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by bmxultra.com
We're happy to announce that the BSX2008 DVD's are all finished and selling like hot cakes right now. There have been a number of thank you emails and sms messages from some very impressed new owners of the DVD which went on sale at the racing at Warragul on the weekend.
They are currently available through BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au) or through bmxultra.com. BSX2006, BSX2007 and BSX2008 DVD's are available at $20 each (plus postage). All three DVD's will be bundled together for a special price of $45.
Profits from sales of the DVDs will go back into the track to make the event bigger and better than ever. The current plan is to rebuild the starting hill for more speed and rebuild the track for even more fun.
Here's the lowdown on the DVD
BSX2008, ran in January, was the third annual one-on-one sprint trials race run at Kinglake (Australia), about 60kms north east of Melbourne's CBD. The event is a fundraiser for the Royal Children's Hospital.
The DVD is 65 minutes long with every run captured on two cameras. It's more of a documentary of what went down than a highlights package, but has plenty of highlights in the intro and great crash highlights in the crash section.
DVD features:
For more information email webmaster@bmxultra.com
NBL press release
USA’s most exciting Championship BMX race will soon take over Derby City BMX Track in Louisville, Kentucky from August 29 – 31. The 2008 NBL Grand National begins only 8 days after the sport makes its thrilling debut at the Olympic Games in Beijing, China and the NBL has planned several new events to celebrate the past, present and future of the sport. The fastest riders from around the world always attend the Grands and this year, the fastest riders from the past will be honored at the NBL Hall Of Fame Awards on Saturday evening.
The NBL Grand National is much more than just a race – it’s an ‘Experience’ and to celebrate the Olympic year, NBL will be inducting three past-champions into the NBL Hall Of Fame. Greg Esser, first NBL Men’s Pro - 1979, Kathy Schachel, first NBL Women’s Pro - 1985 and ‘Stompin’ Stu Thomsen, two-time NBL Pro – 1981 & 1982.
NBL will proudly induct the three athletes into the Hall of Fame during an evening ceremony following Saturday’s Pro Spectacular at a venue to be announced. Greg and Kathy will be inducted as a tribute to the first riders to win official NBL Pro titles. Greg Esser, son of NBL founder, George Esser, made history as the first rider to win the NBL Pro Men’s title in 1979. Prior to 1985, the women’s class was known as ‘Powder Puff’ and Kathy Schachel won it three consecutive years from 1981-83. Though she lost the title in 1984 to Debbi Kaslow, she stormed back in 1985 to win the first ever Pro Women’s title in BMX and held it for a two-year term. Stu Thomsen, who held back-to-back NBL Pro titles from 1981-82, will be recognized for his incredible career of achievements and milestones. Craig Reynolds, now an established host, reporter, writer and emcee, was a popular rider on the NBL circuit for many years and has been named as the master of ceremonies.
In addition to the HOF inductions, NBL will recognize the 2008 Pro Champions and all Olympic athletes who attend the Grands. Oh yeah, did we mention that Stu is racing the Grands and is also starring in a new movie from the producers of ‘Joe Kid on a Stingray’? Truth! – John Swarr and Mark Eaton of ‘Joe Kid’ fame plan to show a short teaser from their new film about Stu’s life at the HOF awards. Tickets and venue information to follow.
To compliment the Hall of Fame awards, an Old-School Museum will be on display throughout the weekend with all kinds of memorabilia from the past. Look for more ‘Grands’ news coming soon.
Here’s a quick peek at the NBL Grand National Schedule:
Click over to the NBL website for complete event information and then visit the Derby City BMX website to find directions to E.P. ‘Tom’ Sawyer State Park and other useful local information.
The 31st NBL Grand National is proudly presented by BAWLS Guarana (www.bawls.com), Intense BMX (www.intensebmx.com), Kenda Tires (www.kendausa.com), Standard Byke Company (www.standardbyke.com), UGP (www.undergroundproducts.com) Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), THE Industries (www.bmxthe.com), in association with GO211.com (www.go211.com) and Camp Woodward (www.campwoodward.com).
by bmxultra.com
bmxultra.com team member and Tennessee local, Jason Bergstrom, headed out to the Music City Nationals for the Saturday and took a bunch of photos for y'all. Click here to check them out.
DirtAngels press release
DirtAngels has released their new range of riding gear SUPERNOVA 08. This release signals DirtAngels arrival in the market.
DirtAngels are actively involved in MotoX, BMX & ATV riding in Australia with 13 girls now members of Team DirtAngels. The focus of DirtAngels is on girls who ride either on the track or for pleasure. Girls of all ages who have displayed major enthusiasm and previous achievements for their chosen sport are encouraged to contact DirtAngels for possible sponsorship. Information on sponsorship can be viewed on the DirtAngels website.
In 2008 DirtAngels will launch a major campaign which will show the industry that we are able to compete with the top brands. Add to this that we are Australian Owned and Designed we will keep supplying a product that is made for the female figure and stands out in the crowd.
This release is produced from sizes 6 in kids and up to XL in Ladies. We at DirtAngels believe in catering for everbody and every size.
The DirtAngels website http://www.dirtangels.com.au is ever changing and allows you to view upcoming ranges and up to date information on our team members. Riders tips and promotions ensure you are kept up to date.
For further information please call Sara on 0421 106 015 or email sara@dirtangels.com.au
Eastfield BMX Club press release
The 2008 NAB Eastfield Experience will be run on Sunday the 28th of September. Once again Eastfield have been able to secure a major sponsor from outside the BMX Industry in the NAB Bank. The race will be on in the Pro Sections with $3000 up for grab in AA men, $1000 in Pro Women and $1000 in the BMXMAD Shake n Bake A Men. This year will see the return of the BMXMAD Freestyle team in a Freestyle Display. And the day will also feature the very first "Metals Trading Scrap Bike Challenge". "The Metals Trading Scrap Bike Challenge" will be a team’s event where competitors will have to assemble a bike and get it to the finish line. Entry forms and flyers for the Eastfield Experience will be available in the coming week. For further information please contact Wayne Berryman on theberrymans@optusnet.com.au
The NAB Eastfield Experience, Experience BMX the Eastfield Way
by bmxultra.com
Today we review the Wellgo LU-A52 platform pedals, click here to check them out.
BMX Pros.com / Double A Marketing press release
Round #8 of the 2008 ABA Pro Series headed up to one of the best ABA tracks on the tour, Rad Canyon BMX in Salt Lake City, Utah. The track has gone through some recent changes, including a newly paved 1st and 2nd turn and a all new rhythm section. These additions to the already great track, helped make it one of the best tracks on the Pro tour and made for some of the best Pro racing this season. Randy Stumpfhauser and Danny Caluag were on hand for the race action and here is how they finished up racing in Salt Lake City:
Danny Caluag had an incredible weekend in Salt Lake City. Danny, the 2007 ABA #1 Pro, has already had a great season with a slew of wins in both AA Pro and Pro Cruiser. Danny had the fans stoked on his custom painted Bawls Blue Intense Podium bike. On Day 1, Danny won both the AA Pro main event and Pro Cruiser races. On Sunday, Danny once again won Pro Cruiser and finished up 6th in AA Pro. Danny now has 6 wins in the AA Pro Class and 8 Wins in Pro Cruiser for 2008. Danny's Sponsors include Intense BMX, BAWLS Guarana, Fly Racing, Skull Candy, Shimano, THE Products, SINZ Racing, Intense Tyre Systems, OGIO, Cyto Sport, Thomson, Oakley, GO211.com, S & M Bars, and BMXpros.com
Randy Stumpfhauser had a god weekend in Salt Lake City. Things started out for him on Thursday with a great day at the Ogio Golf Tournament. On Friday, Randy traveled to a local bike shop and did a dealer appearance with his GT Team Mate Eric Rupe, Things really started to heat up for him on Saturday as he was up for the win in AA Pro come main event time. 1 bad race kept him to 5th for the day. That is how hard the AA Pro class is. On Sunday, Stumpy came back and took home a 2nd in AA Pro. Randy now gets ready for the NBL Grands, where he is going to be battling it out with Cristian Becerine for the NBL Pro title .Randy's sponsors include GT Bicycles, Bombshell, ODI, Tangent, Fly Racing, Sinz, Shimano, GO211.com, OGIO, Cyto Sport, SDG, Toolshed, Sharp, and BMXPros.com
Double A Marketing is the original BMX Racing Sports Marketing agency in the world. We proudly represent Cristian Becerine, Kyle Bennett, Danny Caluag, Steven Cisar, and Randy Stumpfhauser. For more information on any of the BMX Pro riders or on Double A Marketing and our services, please visit www.BMXpros.com
by bmxultra.com
Curious as to what's going through the minds of some of the BMX racing industry leaders with the looming BMX Olympic debut? This is the first in a series of mini interviews called "An Olympic Perspective" about BMX, the Olympics and it's effect on BMX racing as we know it.
Bill Ryan is the head honcho at Supercross BMX. Supercross are the major sponsor for Sammy Cools, Canada's best chance of a BMX Olympic medal.
bmxultra.com: What's your take on the Olympics now they are just around the corner?
Bill: I am very excited to see what the Olympics bring for BMX. We are just now starting to see the hype build, I think it is a little late, but any time I can see BMX Racing somewhere other than a BMX track, I think that is a great thing.
bmxultra.com: What do you think of the way countries have selected riders?
Bill: Some of them have been pretty controversal and very political. Are the best riders going in all cases, no I don’t think so. Is there going to be a wide diversification of representatives from around the World definitely. Will that give BMX Racing a World Wide boost? I hope so.
bmxultra.com: What do you think the Olympics will do for BMX racing in general?
Bill:
I think it is giving the sport some much needed credibility, and will give us our 15 seconds of fame, it is up to us the Industry and riders to figure out a way to exploit that 15 seconds of fame to give BMX racing a much needed second wind to get back on the proper track.
bmxultra.com: Do you think the Olympics is a good representation of the best riders in BMX?
Bill: For the most part I think you have the top riders and then you have the World Representatives. My biggest fear is that one of the riders that are there to give their country a bit of noteriety does not get in the way of a true champion rider and cause them injury and prevent them from medaling. It may sound stupid, but there are a few that may not belong on that track with the World Elite.
bmxultra.com: What has more prestige for BMX Olympics or World Championships?
Bill: Tough call, I guess we will see. I know there are a few riders that don’t like the fact that the Worlds or in this case that the Olympics are all decided on one day, one race. One bad gate and the real World Champion may not be in the main to take the top of the steps. Or someone sliding out into you in a turn and again you lose your shot at the medal. Nothing worse than winning all day and having someone target you in your semi just to keep you put of the main.
bmxultra.com: As a sponsor of many riders do you get better value out of a rider with an olympic focus or NBL/ABA focus?
Bill: I would say we get the best exposure out of a rider that is well liked and friendly at the track whether it is an ABA Focus, an NBL Focus or an Olympic Focus. To me, they are all the best value as we try to promote them and they try to promote us. It is weird, from a co-sponsor position we had one company drop one of our Olympic focus riders this year because there was no ABA in her schedule. No, there isn’t she is going to the Olympics and that is her focus, I think that company is losing out huge because they don’t see the benefit in what she is doing off the track still and still has more fans and is still the best in her class. But they wanted ABA coverage so she was cut. Then we have other co-sponsors that did not want to touch an ABA focused Vet Rider who is leading points in ABA and NBL for the Vet/Masters Pro class, a pretty impressive thing. But they wanted to know if he was going to go to the Olympics as that was their focus. I think they lost out on a lot of potential exposure. To me it is better to have a great family of riders that works together to help everyone pursue their dreams. One helps the other.
bmxultra.com: Thanks Bill, and good luck to Sammy for the Olympics.
Look out for the next Olympic Perspective soon.
NBL press release
The 2008 Bring-A-Buddy Recruiting Program is in full swing and more Recruiters have been active this year than ever before. Aiden Holt of Estrella Mtn. BMX in Goodyear, Arizona is leading the pace and his home track is the top recruiting track in the West.
See the JUNE Points Standings here
Random Buddy Winners for June - Prizes have been shipped!
Top Recruiting tracks from each Region - Each track wins a Free Agent Speedway complete bike!
Next Random Prize Drawing: August 15
- NBL serving up more than $40,000 in prizes to recruiters, buddies, and tracks -
About the Program: NBL is serving up more than $40,000 in prizes and successful recruiters can earn a chance to win several major prizes including a Nintendo Wii, complete bicycles from Intense and Free Agent, prizes from UGP, Kenda, Sinz Racing, Free Agent, THE and passes to Camp Woodward. NBL is promoting the sport directly through our experts – NBL riders and tracks, and in turn, rewarding them for their efforts.
NBL tracks will benefit directly from the program and the top performing tracks will also win valuable prize packages including free bikes, helmets and other sponsor products. “The Bring-A-Buddy program is easy to run and the tracks love the new points based system. They are promoting the benefits directly to their members and in turn get a much-needed boost on the grassroots level” says Jason Schiefelbein, NBL Field Director. Tracks and members can view monthly prizing, recruiting statistics, and other exciting news through the dedicated page on the NBL website and in BMX Today Magazine.
by Dale Holmes
Thought you guys might like to see picture's of my new Free Agent Van. At a race near you soon!
Northern Rivers BMX press release
Unfortunately due to construction delays the introduction of the Melton BMX track into the Northern Rivers series wont happen in 2008. The committee gave the Melton Club as much opportunity as possible to have there venue ready so that Victorian riders had the opportunity to try a new track but due to delays it is not possible for Melton to host a round of the 2008 series. We hope that we can include the Melton track as part of the 2009 series. The venue for the 6th round of the series on the 17th of August will now be the Sunbury BMX Club.
The remaining series venues and dates are:
by Glenn Suridge
When: Saturday July 26th. The clinic will start at 11 am SHARP. Please be there by 10.45 am
Where: Knox BMX Track. Bunjil Way, Knoxfield Melway Ref 73 D7
Cost: $10 per rider
Training will include everything from gate technique cornering jumping and sprinting and more.
Riders must wear all safety gear. Canteen will be available for drinks.
Spots are filling fast so call me or email to book your spot.
AND NO CLIPS
0416 92 7474
glensuridge@optusnet.com.au
ABA press release
Utah's own and Rad Canyon BMX local, Arielle Martin will be representing BMX racing to the fullest once again. Arielle will be the special guest on local X96 radio station. Salt Lake City-based Radio Station X96 will feature Pro BMX racer Arielle Martin on their morning show (Radio From Hell) during the segment called "Ask a... <insert person of interest's role here>". So tune in for "Ask a BMX Pro"! Listeners will all be able to call in and ask her questions... this happens to be the morning of ABA's Great Salt Lake Nationals so many of you out of towners can tune in if you're here.
Who: Arielle Martin, Utah Native and BMX Pro Extraordinare.
When: Friday, July 25, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: 96.3 FM (X96) in the Salt Lake City Metro area or http://www.X96.com (streaming on-line)
ABA press release
With the ABA BMX season in full swing and each event being such a HUGE success, we though it was time to take a look at who's in the ABA BMX points lead for the ABA BMX National #1Title chases. The excitement level has been very high, the talent has been very deep, and the pressure has been unbelievable for everyone. With that being said, here's a look at who's leading the ABA BMX National #1 Title chases in all eight catagories for "THE CUPS" and a band new fuel injected Suzuki RMZ-450!
AMATEUR
1 NIC LONG 1621 LAKESIDE
2 RICKIE GRIFFIS get a profile 1601 ORANGE
3 KORY COOK get a profile 1600 ORANGE
4 SEAN LECHNER 1598 WICHITA
5 CONNOR FIELDS 1592 HENDERSON
6 CHRISTOPHER BLEVINS 1585 DURANGO
7 BILLY RUSSELL get a profile 1582 DESOTO
8 DOUGIE BUTCHER get a profile 1576 SCOTTSDALE
9 DERIK BERGH 1572 FERGUS FALLS
10 TYLER WHITFIELD get a profile 1567 ROCKFORD
11 DENNISON SMITH get a profile 1566 BETHANY
12 K J ROMERO get a profile 1564 TUCSON
13 KYLE STAN 1563 VALENCIA
14 NATHAN PADILLA 1563 LAKEWOOD
15 ALDEN VOLLE 1562 PENRYN
16 RUSTY NESVIG 1561 SAN DIEGO
17 JOSHUA MEYERS 1560 TREASURE ISLAND
18 JONATHAN RAPP 1560 ALTON
19 JACOB SHERBNO 1556 ST PETERS
20 JUSTIN RICHMOND 1545 ROCHELLE
GIRLS
1 JORDAN NOPENS 1511 FOUNTAIN VALLEY
2 VERONIKA GULVIN get a profile 1509 GOLETA
3 TAYLOR WOLCOTT get a profile 1509 ROSEVILLE
4 JAZMYNE HARVEY 1507 BUENA PARK
5 LAUREN WHISLER 1506 HEMET
6 KELSEY VAN OGLE 1501 AUBURN
7 BROOKE CRAIN 1498 VISALIA
8 MORGAN BARAJAS get a profile 1498 RANCHO CUCAMONGA
9 MADISON MARTINEZ 1496 SANTA CLARITA
10 SHELBI LONG 1495 LAKESIDE
11 CARLY DYAR 1494 GILBERT
12 KATIE SHEDIVY 1490 ELGIN
13 FELICIA STANCIL 1490 LAKE VILLA
14 SHELBY WREN 1489 BAKERSFIELD
15 MEGHAN MATTHEWS 1487 MANTECA
16 LEXA JONES get a profile 1486 HAYSVILLE
17 KRISTIN HOKIT 1486 BAKERSFIELD
18 SAMANTHA BRETHEIM 1484 LINDSTROM
19 ANNA JOHNSON 1483 GARLAND
20 JENEE MADRID 1481 BELEN
CRUISER
1 KORY COOK get a profile 1548 ORANGE
2 CHRISTOPHER BLEVINS 1543 DURANGO
3 DOUGIE BUTCHER get a profile 1540 SCOTTSDALE
4 ALDEN VOLLE 1522 PENRYN
5 GEORGE GOODALL IV get a profile 1520 MESA
6 RICKIE GRIFFIS get a profile 1519 ORANGE
7 DAVID ARCHIBALD 1515 PUYALLUP
8 MARIO BRAVOMALO 1513 ARLINGTON
9 DUSTIN HAMMOND get a profile 1510 STOCKTON
10 MATTHEW RUBECK 1509 CANYON COUNTRY
11 BILLY RUSSELL get a profile 1504 DESOTO
12 NATHAN PADILLA 1502 LAKEWOOD
13 TYLER WHITFIELD get a profile 1498 ROCKFORD
14 JOSHUA MEYERS 1496 TREASURE ISLAND
15 D J STEPHAN 1491 WEST FARGO
16 COLE TESAR 1491 HUNTERSVILLE
17 JUSTIN RICHMOND 1489 ROCHELLE
18 BERNARD UNHASSOBISCAY 1487 RIDGECREST
19 JUSTIN LEAL get a profile 1480 BREA
20 ROBERT PATTERSON 1477 ROY
GIRLS CRUISER
1 CARLY DYAR 1516 GILBERT
2 FELICIA STANCIL 1492 LAKE VILLA
3 BROOKE CRAIN 1487 VISALIA
4 VERONIKA GULVIN get a profile 1484 GOLETA
5 SAMANTHA BRETHEIM 1478 LINDSTROM
6 KATIE SHEDIVY 1475 ELGIN
7 LEXA JONES get a profile 1474 HAYSVILLE
8 NICOLE WOODROW 1472 ROSEBURG
9 HEATHER ALLRED 1467 MURRAY
10 MANUELA WENZEL-WRIGHT get a profile 1463 LOS ANGELES
11 CHERYL RAU 1462 BLUE SPRINGS
12 JAZMYNE HARVEY 1433 BUENA PARK
13 KAYLIN SANSONE 1403 BRIGHTON
14 COURTNEY APPLEWHITE 1390 GARNER
15 MICHELLE ENRIQUEZ 1390 LONG BEACH
16 PATTY METZGER 1390 S LAKE TAHOE
17 JAMIE WINDHOLZ 1390 CENTERVIEW
18 ERIN MOORE get a profile 1389 FAYETTEVILLE
19 CAROLYN DAVIS 1383 CHICAGO
20 LINDSAY HAMMOND get a profile 1349 WILLIS
AA PRO |
PRO CRUISER VET PRO |
ABA BMX would like to thank all the 2008 National Series sponsors:
American Suzuki-(www.suzukicycles.com ) Jig-A-Loo-(www.jigaloo.com) BAWLS Guarana (www.bawls.com) Bawlstyle (www.bawlstyle.com)Redline Bicycles-(www.redlinebicycles.com) FLY Racing-(www.flyracingbmx.com) Sponsorhouse-(www.sponsorhouse.com) Tangent-(www.tangentproducts.com) ABABMXRACERS- (www.ababmxracers.com) Intense BMX-(www.intensebmx.com) T.H.E. (www.bmxthe.com) Fire Magic Premium Grills (www.rhpeterson.com/firemagic/) Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex (www.disneysports.com) GO211.com (www.go211.com)
Without their support, we couldn't make the 2008 ABA racing season such a huge success. Support the sponsors that support ABA BMX racing.
Crupi press release
Arcadia, California - Crupi Parts, Inc is proud to announce that Factory Elite Men Liam Phillips of England has earned a trip the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China! Liam has been England’s big hope for the 2012 Olympics which will be in London, England. However, Liam has recently stepped up his game and at the secret British Cycling trials event in Aigle Switzerland; Liam won all 4 time trial events putting him on top of England’s Olympic list for 2008.
Liam’s parents Pete and Sharon Phillips have been involved in BMX for many years and when they started some 12 years ago, they never imagined BMX could take their son to the Olympics. This just goes to show you that hard work and dedication from both rider and family can really make a difference and take you just about as far as you are willing to go!
Liam will meet up with fellow Crupi team mate Scott Erwood of Canada to make their Olympic debut. Join us in wishing the best of luck to Liam, Scott and all of the Olympic BMX athletes this August as they compete in the first ever BMX racing event in the Olympics.
BMXPros.com press release
NBL Music City Nationals & ABA Summer Nationals
The Summer BMX Racing season is in full swing and the top BMX pros in the world have had a busy Schedule so far in 2008. With the Olympics coming up for some and going after USA National titles for others, the Pros of the Double A Marketing squad have been at 100% for the past few months. Kyle Bennett and Cristian Becerine both have had their main focus on the Olympics, but both have made a run at the NBL title as well in 2008. Danny Caluag and Steven Cisar have been focusing on the ABA title as well as hitting some NBL events, and Randy Stumpfhauser has held the points lead for most of the season in the NBL. With some big races coming up in the next month, the guys are getting ready. Here is how the riders finished up over the past few weeks of racing:
Cristian Becerine went to Nashville 3rd in the NBL Pro points and was looking for a big weekend to give him a shot at the NBL title. Cristian looks forward to a huge August with the Olympics and then a shot at the NBL title and after the incredible weekend he had at the Music City Nationals, he is one step closer to getting his first US NBL Title. On Saturday, Cristian just missed the win as he finished up 2nd. On Sunday, Cristian put it all together and won the Elite Men's main event. With these 2 great finished, Cristian moves into the lead of the NBL Pro points chase, just ahead of Randy Stumpfhauser. Look for some great racing at the NBL Grands come late August to decided the 2008 Champion. Cristian's sponsors include Free Agent, KHS, Fly Racing, SINZ, Kenda, THE Products, ODI, Sun Ringle, Shimano, Cyto Sport, S & M bars, OGIO, Thomson, and BMXpros.com
Steven Cisar has gotten comfortable on his all new Haro Group 1 SR race frame in the short month that he has been on it. It was no where more evident that at the ABA Summer national in Roseville. On Saturday, Steven had his best finish ever in the AA Pro Class in the ABA with a huge 2nd place. On Sunday, Steven was once again looking strong, but one bad main event held him back to 5th overall in the days AA Pro result. Look for a lot of great things from Steven in the near future. Steven sponsors include Haro, Troy Lee Designs, Vans, Oakley, Intense Tyre Systems, SINZ Racing, Rockstar, Stealth Hubs, Alex Rims, S & M Bars, SDG, and BMXpros.com
Danny Caluag has had a busy few weeks. First at the ABA Summer Nationals, Danny finished up 4th in AA Pro and 1st and 2nd in Pro Cruiser. Danny currently holds the Points lead in AA Pro and Pro Cruiser in the ABA. At the NBL Music City Nationals, Danny had an off weekend and made the main event only on Sunday, where he finished up 8th overall. Danny's Sponsors include Intense BMX, BAWLS Guarana, Fly Racing, Shimano, THE Products, SINZ Racing, Intense Tyre Systems, OGIO, Cyto Sport, Thomson, Oakley, GO211.com, S & M Bars, and BMXpros.com
Randy Stumpfhauser has been off to his usual consistency, but still impresses his fans and keep the GT Ultra Box in the AA pro and Elite men's main events. At the ABA Roseville National, Randy was looking like he would be racing for the win both days, but come main time a few crashes held him back to 7th place overall each day. At the NBL event, Randy was just off both days, not making the main event. Randy sits in 2nd in the NBL Pro points and is getting ready for the last NBL Pro Points event on the Friday night before the Grands to make a sure to go head to head with Cristian for the NBL title. Randy's sponsors include GT Bicycles, Bombshell, ODI, Tangent, Fly Racing, Sinz, Shimano, GO211.com, OGIO, Cyto Sport, SDG, Toolshed, Sharp, and BMXPros.com
NBL Music City National Results
Day 1- Elite Men-
1 Barry Nobles 2 Cristian Becerine 3 Javier Colombo 4 Tyler Brown 5 Jason Rogers 6 Matt Pohlkamp 7 Maris Strombergs 8 Jason Richardson
Day 2 Elite Men -
1 Cristian Becerine 2 Jason Richardson 3 Tyler Brown 4 Javier Colombo 5 Barry Nobles 6 Jeff Upshaw 7 David Herman 8 Danny Caluag
ABA Summer Nationals
Day 1 - AA Pro
AA Pro - 1 Khalen Young 2 Steven Cisar 3 Jarrett Kolich 4 Barry Nobles 5 David Herman 6 Mike Brabant 7 Randy Stumpfhauser 8 Denzel Stein
Day 2 - AA Pro
1 Khalen Young 2 Joey Bradford 3 Jarrett Kolich 4 Danny Caluag 5 Steven Cisar 6 Mike Brabrant 7 Randy Stumpfhauser 8 David Herman
by Shane Jenkins
Yes I am old school and I'm proud of it. I started racing in 1982 and have raced ever since. Back when I started the tracks were very different, tiny starting hills with small narrow gates with only 6 lanes, nearly flat corners, one jump per straight, actually it's hard to call them jumps since it was rare for your wheels to really leave the ground. Don't get me wrong I am glad that racing has progressed, but I love returning to the Warragul track (just under a 90 minute drive south east of Melbourne Victoria) each time they run a race meeting. The Warragul track snakes it's way through a nice green park with lots of trees which is probably half the reason why it creates a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Warragul will be hosting a round of the Metro Plate series this Sunday. Fo you guys who hibernate during the colder months, if there is one race during winter worth pulling the bike out for it will be this one.
If you are heading down to Warragul, why not get into the spirit of things, leave your clip pedals at home and try the flat pedals for the day. I can't remember the last time I saw someone use clips in the money class down there, and it's rare to see them used in the other classes too.
For more information check out the entry form on our racing calendar.
See you there.
ABA press release
The American Bicycle Association hosted the Summer Nationals this past weekend, July 11-13, in Roseville, CA. The OAK CREEK BMX Facility is main stay on the ABA BMX tour and has a long standing history with the racers and fans alike.This year saw the return of the ABA BMX PRO Series event to Roseville BMX and the racing at the Summer National event was SMOKIN' HOT!! The OAK CREEK BMX crew really stepped it up and had the facility in tip top shape and ready to race. This was the seventh PRO Series event of the season and the PRO Riders were excited to head up to NOR-CAL to see who had the NOR-CAL PULL!.
With the 2008 Olympic debut for BMX racing coming up quick, and the first USA BMX Team being chosen, BIG CONGRATS go out to Kyle Bennett, Mikey Day, "DR" Donny Robinson, and Jill Kintner for being the first ever BMX athletes to represent USA in the 2008 Olympics!) the buzz, the hype, and the media are all around. Many of the sports top athletes were back on the scene with the Olympic Trials being over. Riders from around the world were on hand to take a shot at getting some much needed points towards the ABA BMX titles. Roseville was the half way point in the 2008 ABA BMX PRO Series and season is shifting into high gear and the fans are loving it! Round seven was all Khalen Young! Haro Bicycles picked the Australian rider up last year and he is doing Tony D. and the gang proud! Khalen was the man to beat in Roseville and Khalen was solid as ever. Khalen nailed down the AA PRO win both days putting his stamp on the weekend and letting the other AA PRO's know he means business and wants the ABA BMX PRO title bad!
Saturday also saw the return of Haro's Steven Cisar, Steven was fresh off the Olympic Trials event held a couple weeks earlier in Chula Vista, CA. and he was taking names and going way FAST! Steven' first race back was a good one he scored a 2nd place finish right behind his Haro team mate giving them the one-two punch for the day. With a few more solid rides like this, you can expect to see Steven right in the middle of the hunt ABA BMX PRO Title and a brand new Suzuki RMZ450!
Another So. Cal kid that has been looking good is Avent Bombshell's Jarrett Kolich. Jarrett has won in the AA PRO class in the past and looked to be back on track for another win in Roseville. Two days of solid riding brought home two 3rd place podium spots for Jarrett.
GT Bicycles also had Joey Bradford stepping his AA PRO game up in Roseville. Joey put together an impressive weekend and brought home his most impressive finish to date. Joey finished up a very respectable 2nd place on Sunday. All his double top secret training he's been doing is really starting to pay-off for him and GT Bicycles.
With a list of riders like this,once again this past weekend shows just how deep the talent pool is on the ABA BMX PRO tour. There has been six different AA PRO winners in seven stops. That's very impressive!
On the Ladies PRO side we saw Arizona's own Dominique Daniels take another HUGE win on Day #1. ABA National #1 girl and girl cruiser turned PRO Dominique Daniels scored a second at least one win at each of the ABA BMX PRO Series events this season. If there is one way to win a title, it's by being that is super consistent. Not to be out done, current ABA National #1 Lady PRO, Alise "The Beast" Post was sitting right where she's used to being on Sunday. Alise brought home the top spot on Sunday after Saturday's solid 2nd place. The Alise Dominique battle is starting to take a nice shape, and the rest of the woman have really stepped it up as well to keep them honest. Stephanie Barragan continues to be a solid podium finisher as she showed in Roseville. Stephanie brought home the 3rd spot on the podium both days. Stephanie is due for another win any day now and we expect to see her on top the podium real soon. Chinese Rider, Mary Liyun also made it out to Roseville. Mary made her USA BMX debut at the ABA BMX Lake Perris event earlier this season and was very impressive. Mary has really been training and made another BIG impression on the USA fans by bringing home a 4th in PRO Ladies class. Mary will be representing her country in the Olympic Games coming up in Beijing, China. BMX really has become an international field. The ladies racing has really stepped it up over the last couple of years and the new crop of younger woman I keep hearing about making the move to the PRO class is very promising for more excitement to come.
Pro Cruiser saw home town boy Pauly Lange back on the gas! Pauly has been so close, so many times to the ABA BMX PRO Cruiser Title he can taste it. Pauly put the hammer down on Day #1 for the big win showing he still wants it Defending ABA BMX National #1 PRO Cruiser Champ, Danny C. had something to say about that though. "Easy Money" rode solid again in Roseville bringing home 2nd on Saturday following that up with a win on Day #2. Danny knows how to win titles and it looks like he well on his way to another one at the half way point in the season.
The Alabama Slamma' Barry Nobles was in the house as well. Barry rode well in AA PRO, but he also brought home a 3rd in PRO Cruiser on Day #2. Clayborn Bikes has done an awesome job this season getting Barry to all the ABA BMX PRO Series events. With all their help Barry has really become a threat to win the ABA PRO Titles in 2008. Crupi's own Tyler Brown was back from the USA Olympic Trials event as well and was lookin' super fast. Tyler nailed down a 3rd in PRO Cruiser on Day #1. VET PRO sensation, Kenth Fallen continues to hang in there with the young bucks taking a 2nd in the PRO Cruiser class on Day #2. I'm sure Bill Ryan and the gang over a Supercross are just stoked on Kenth this season!
Vet Pro was back in action too! This was a Kenth Fallen, DaleHolmes.com. Chad Street weekend. Supercross's Kenth Fallen continues to be "THE MAN" to beat in VET PRO right now. Kenth won both days in Roseville with DaleHolmes.com and Chad Street swapping out 2nd and 3rd place both days. Chad's been all over the podium this season and looks to be a title contender again. Dale's been busy taking care of the Free Agent World Tea. Hats off to Dale and the Free Agent World Team. Dale tells me they have about seven athletes' going to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China for BMX Racing. That's impressive!
The ABA, the city of Roseville, CA. and the entire OAK CREEK BMX crew would like to thank all the participants, families, teams, sponsors, and BMX industry for helping make the Summer National event such a huge success! Next stop, RAD CANYON BMX in Salt Lake City - Utah, July 25-27. We hope to see you all there!
Be sure to click on the GO211.com link below to watch all the videos from the ABA Summer Nationals.
http://www.go211.com/u/summernationals08
Rider ABA BMX PRO wins after Summer Nationals –
AA PRO
Danny "Easy Money" Caluag – Intense/BAWLS – 5
Barry Nobles – Clayborn Bikes - 3
Khalen Young - Haro Bicycles - 3
David Herman – Intense/BAWLS - 1
Kyle Bennett - Free Agent - 1
Cristian Becerine - Free Agent - 1
Woman’s PRO
"Demolition" Dominique Daniels – 7
Alise "The Beast" Post- Formula – 4
Kayla Gaddis - Intense/Bizarro/JRA - 2
Stephanie Barragan – 1
PRO CRUISER
Danny "Easy Money" Caluag – Intense/BAWLS – 6
Kenth Fallen - Supercross – 2
Barry Nobles – Clayborn Bicycles - 2
Paul Lange – Redman/Rockstar – 2
Michael Kapes – J&R Bicycles -1
Tyler Brown - Supercross - 1
VET PRO
Kenth Fallen – Supercross - 9
Dale Holmes – Free Agent – 3
Chad Street – Intense/Phantom/On-Trac – 1
John Purse – GHP/Powerbar/ABA BMX - 1
2008 PRO Standing through Summer Nationals
AA PRO WOMEN PRO A PRO |
VET PRO PRO CRUISER
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ABA BMX would like to thank all the 2008 National Series sponsors:
American Suzuki-(www.suzukicycles.com ) Jig-A-Loo-(www.jigaloo.com ) BAWLS Guarana (www.bawls.com) Bawlstyle (www.bawlstyle.com )Redline Bicycles-(www.redlinebicycles.com ) FLY Racing-(www.flyracingbmx.com ) Sponsorhouse-(www.sponsorhouse.com ) Tangent-(www.tangentproducts.com ) ABABMXRACERS- (www.ababmxracers.com) Intense BMX-(www.intensebmx.com ) T.H.E. (www.bmxthe.com) Fire Magic Premium Grills (www.rhpeterson.com/firemagic/) Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex (www.disneysports.com) GO211.com (www.go211.com)
Without their support, we couldn't make the 2008 ABA racing season such a huge success. Support the sponsors that support ABA BMX racing.
by bmxultra.com
We are just adding the finishing touches to the BSX2008 DVD and should have it all packaged up and ready to go by the end of next week.
BSX2008, ran in January, was the third annual one-on-one sprint trials race run at Kinglake (Australia), about 60kms north east of Melbourne's CBD. The event is a fundraiser for the Royal Children's Hospital.
The DVD is 65 minutes long with every run captured on two cameras. It's more of a documentary of what went down than a highlights package, but has plenty of highlights in the intro and great crash highlights in the crash section.
DVD features:
A jam packed crashes sectionBSX2006 and BSX2007 DVD's are still available at $20 each (not including postage). All three DVD's will be bundled together for a special price of $45.
We will make some short sample videos available soon.
For more information email webmaster@bmxultra.com
OzBMXcentral Press Release
OzBMXcentral now have the Australian BMX Billeting Register for you to post your vacant space or take up an offer for space when you travel to a BMX event in Australia. We have opened this section as we feel there is a growing need for the BMX community to help each other out with a place to stay with the ever increasing costs to travel to events. We hope that the register will be very well used with the 2009 Nationals coming up in Perth and the 2009 Worlds in Adelaide.
The register can be found in the Buy and Sell - Aust. BMX Billeting Register section or just click here http://ozbmxcentral.smfforfree4.com/index.php/board,54.0.html
NBL press release
- Music City BMX, Nashville, TN – July 18-20
Only three races remain in the NBL Pro series making this weekend’s Music City National in Nashville, TN the most important Pro Series National of the year. All of the top pros will be heading to the ‘Music City’ from July 18-20 and to honor one of North America’s most celebrated music scenes, the winner of Elite Men and Elite Women on Saturday will be awarded a brand new Epiphone G-400 Guitar. Music City BMX will also be prizing out a Gibson - Epiphone Les Paul Classic, signed by the pros, to one lucky winner along with 20 miniature replica guitars - Rock on!
Kuwahara/BAWLS Matt Pohlkamp turned the Pro Men’s standings upside down after stunning the critics with two huge wins at South Park. GT’s Randy Stumpfhauser still leads the men’s chase but Free Agent’s Cristian Becerine and Kyle Bennett have quickly narrowed the gap. Redline’s Kim Hayashi also won both races at South Park but still trails Race Place BMX’s Stephanie Barragan and Madison Pitts in Elite Women’s action.
In Master’s action, Free Agent’s Dale Holmes has resumed control of his destiny but Supercross’s Kenth Fallen is only 4 points back while Haro’s Logan Collins and Intense/Phantom On-Trac’s Kris Fox share the lead in Super-Ex. With the NBL Grands less than two months away, the NBL Pro Series may be crowning as many as four new Champions this year.
Tune into GO211.com and watch the Music City Nationals (http://www.go211.com/u/musiccity08) and watch as the NBL season unfold in front of your eyes. Check out highlights from South Park at http://www.go211.com/u/southpark08 and then visit the NBL website www.nbl.org to see full results and standings.
The 2008 NBL National Series is proudly sponsored by BAWLS Guarana (www.bawls.com), Intense BMX (www.intensebmx.com), Kenda Tires (www.kendausa.com), Standard Byke Company (www.standardbyke.com), UGP (www.undergroundproducts.com) Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), THE Industries (www.bmxthe.com), in association with GO211.com (www.go211.com) and Camp Woodward (www.campwoodward.com).
Special Events:
Remaining Pro Series Events:
2008 NBL Pro Series – Top 10 after South Park
NBL Elite Men
1. Randy Stumpfhauser, CA 165-11
2. Cristian Becerine, CA 146-10 *Argentina Olympic Athlete
3. Kyle Bennett, TX 125-5 *USA Olympic Athlete
4. Matt Pohlkamp, OH 110-9
5. Donny Robinson, CA 110-7 *USA Olympic Athlete
6. Jason Richardson, CA 93-11
7. Philip Delizia, NJ 90-7
8. Jeffery Upshaw, OH 69-5
9. Tyler Brown, CA 65-9
10. Javier Columbo, CA 62-7
NBL Elite Women
1. Stephanie Barragan, CA 183-9
2. Madison Pitts, FL 132-7
3. Kim Hayashi, AZ 120-5
4. Rachel Smith, OH 83-5
5. Danielle Brisson, CAN 82-5
6. Amanda Geving, FL 80-4
7. Liz Passwaters, DE 74-4
8. Donna Snow, FL 73-5
9. Alise Post, MN 50-2
10. Toni Rude, MO 50-3
NBL Super-Ex
1. Logan Collins, TN 171-13
2. Kristopher Fox, CA 171-11
3. Matthew Kelty, DE 146-8
4. Warren McDow, GA 127-10
5. Gavin Lubbe, CA 92-5
6. Tyler Faoro, FL 85-6
7. CJ McGuire, FL 82-4
8. Randall Neave, FL 77-9
9. Jason Morris, CA 73-4
10. Travis Ohrazda, CA 66-4
NBL Masters
1. Dale Holmes, CA 186-8
2. Kenth Fallen, NM 182-8
3. Tim Dinger, NC 173-12
4. Percy Owens, FL 164-10
5. Tommy Opincar, TN 156-12
6. Jason Carnes, TX 138-10
7. Philip Potosnak, PA 122-11
8. David Bittner, CA 119-8
9. Domingos Lammoglia, FL 76-7
10. Ronnie Gaska, NY 67-6
by bmxultra.com
Aussie BMX Pro racer Khalen Young has just come off a big weekend with two wins in AA Pro at the ABA Summer Nationals in Roseville, CA. Putting him right back in the chase for the #1 in the ABA.
To top that he'll be getting married this week to his fiance Christine.
Swing by www.khalenyoung.com and congratulate him on his big week, on and off the track.
UNI press release
The New 2009 Pro Hammerhead Uni-Seat.
Seat/Post total: 5 Ounces!! Lightest Pro Seat on the Planet!
Lighter is Faster! About One Foot Faster for Every Ounce You 'Drop'! That's 1/44th of a Second Faster at 30 MPH. At 30 MPH, You're Traveling 44 Ft/Sec. If You Race just 1/4 Second Faster, that's over Ten Feet! Every Ounce Counts!™ LIGHTEN UP WITH UNI!
Prize Money for Olympic Racers
UNI is offering $10,000 in Prize Money for BMX
Olympic Racers. $2500 for Gold, $1500 for Silver
and $1000/Bronze for Men & Women = $10,000!
PRO SEATS are FREE to BMX Olympic Teams.
Rider must Race with the New Uni-Pro!
Contact Roger Berg founder of UNI...circa 1978 runabout@teleport.com
Crupi press release
Arcadia, California – Crupi Parts, Inc is proud to announce that Factory Elite Men Scott Erwood of Canada has earned a trip the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China! Scott competed against fellow Canadian Jimmy Brown in a trials event Saturday at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA. They were to have 2 rounds of time trials and then 3 races. The rider to win 3 of the 5 events would win and represent Canada at the Olympics. Scott won the first 3 events straight off so the final 2 races were not necessary. Not only did Scott win the event but he posted the track record with a lap time of 36.265 beating Mike Day's record of 36.6.
Scott's parents Bruce and Janet Erwood made the trip down to watch their son earn a trip to the Olympics and once the event was over, Bruce could not stop shaking as it then dawned on him that his son would officially compete in the Olympics. Greg and Richel Swingrover from Crupi were also there to show their support.
Best of luck to Scott this August as he competes in the first ever BMX racing event in the Olympics.
by bmxultra.com
We have been putting the S&M Redneck XLT stem through it's paces for the past few weeks and are mighty impressed, click here to check it out.
ABA press release
Rad Canyon BMX Gets Paved and BMXers Get Paid!
Rad Canyon BMX has been home to the ABA Great Salt Lake Nationals for over 10 years and for 2008 the Rad Canyon crew has stepped up their program yet again! One of the premier facilities in the country, Rad Canyon is always looking for ways to improve itself. For 2008 look for a fresh coat of asphalt in turns #1 and #2 which will greatly enhance the speed and flow of the world-class track. The asphalt turns will lend to the already fast and challenging track that will serve as the proving ground for the worlds fastest BMXers during the ABA Pro Series event.
Along with the new track improvements the Rad Canyon crew would like to help out those who make the trek out to Utah. In cooperation with Maverick Country Stores and Rad Canyon BMX there will be over $500.00 in cash cards and prizes handed out during the 50/50 drawings over the course of the weekend. It is just a little something to say “Thank you!” to all of the wonderful BMX families who support the sport of BMX and attend the 2008 ABA Great Salt Lake Nationals July 25th-27th.
For more information on the 2008 ABA Great Salt Lake Nationals please check out the following websites:
www.ababmx.com
www.radcanyonbmx.com
www.utahbmx.com
HRVFitness press release
You want to get faster? Now you have no excuse.
Also available:
See www.hrvfitness.com for more information
Tyler Brown press release
Are you serious about taking your
BMX SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL??
THIS BMX CAMP IS FOR THE SERIOUS RIDER ONLY!!
Join Crupi Rider/USA Olympic Long Team Athlete Tyler Brown for a 1-week long intense, high-level BMX Clinic on the beach in sunny San Clemente, CA!
Learn the skills and training techniques that brought Tyler to the Olympic Long Team. Tyler has trained with UCI Trainer Herve Krebs, BMX and Velodrome Champion Jamie Staff, and spent 3 months in Switzerland at the UCI World Training Center.
When: August 11-17, 2008
Where: San Clemente, CA
Cost: $500.00/rider includes room, board, training and
transportation to and from local airport.
Contact:
Tyler - tybrown316@aol.com (949) 973-0949
Rhonda - brownbmx@hotmail.com (720) 989-3414
Clinic is limited to 8 riders only. Reservations and 50% deposit required no later than 8/1/08.
Quality Crupi parts will be available to all riders at special pricing!
by bmxultra.com
Here's a review of the awesome S&M Motoman chainwheel. If you don't have one already do yourself a favour, check out the review.
Phirebird press release
Another day @ the office for Phirebird’s (Chapter 2) Team riders Joel Clark #62
and rising star MAX Dempsey. Both guys rode super strong all weekend convincingly taking the #1 Title for Elite Men and 12 Expert Boys.
Congratulations from Staff @ Phirebird.
Phirebird’s (Chapter 3) Team riders Jamie Gray and Glenn Codega also made an appearance to meet up with race fans and BMX friends. CODEGA #110 announced his gratitude towards the people behind the fund raising efforts to assist in Glenn’s recovery from a massive crash in China which left him short of a frame and helmet.
Big thanks go to BMXSQ Association & members, Kamakazi, and Redlands BMX Club.
Gray #25 was proud to publicize his retirement after 23 years of global competition.
Jamie has become a true ledged of the sport and continues his BMX journey by developing new riders and promoting the sport of BMX.
Race fans… stay tuned for some exciting announcements for 2009.
Phirebird has only begun!
Check out www.phirebird.com.au for more information
by bmxultra.com
Our friends over at BMXStars.com have pulled the pin on their website after many years of supplying the bmx racing community with profiles and photos. For the past couple of years Tracey has been taking photos for BMXPress magazine and I believe she had a photo or two appear in BMX World magazine as well. She will be giving the camera a rest and Dean will be taking a break from racing for the time being.
We wish them all the best for the future.
Psykopath press release
Hey it’s Arturo with the latest and the greatest from our World Headquarters in Hayward, Ca. The Psykopath Family is growing worldwide, so if you see a Psykopath say what’s up...
It's hard to keep up with what everybody is doing, but we try! Here’s some news from just a little part of our Family.
This just in! Psykopath Industries will be sponsoring Vet Pro David “Wrayzor” Wray, he will be hitting National’s around the country!, for those that don’t know The Wrayzor, he is on a bike trip crossing the U.S.A. Coast to Coast, on his 20” BMX and writing book along the way! He will be doing clinics at some tracks or at the local trails around the country, we can only dream to just ride and ride and ride our BMX. So if you see him give him huge props! He can teach you to drop everything, and awake the Psykopath within, Wray! chase your dream brother, you only live once!.
Golden State Nationals saw Kyle “Z-man“Zondervan make both his mains in Super X, he was smooth and fast.
Our favorite Lady Patty “Missile” Metzger dominated her class both days, even scored a pic on Bmxmania.com!, we are all proud of her, she’s not only a great Racer she is also a great person to be around!, Patty you rock!, last but not least Ian Sorm came all the way from Northfield, Ohio to take 2 second in class on Sunday, Congratulations!
South Park Nationals is the race to be at in the East Coast. Hard Tech track with the most respectable Pro section in the country! , that’s why Diego “Señor Smoothie” Alejandre loves going to this race! He was flying! All weekend. He got a respectable 5th and since it rained out Sunday they duplicate results from Saturday! Diego’s training is paying off; look for Señor Smoothie to be a contender for the SuperX title!, Rookie Pro Alex Larson had some fast laps, hitting the pro section with style;I cannot forget to mention Emileig Larson, she grabed 3th spot both days she was going really fast!, good job Emileigh!.
Frank Hainsworth and Family Manages the East Coast Bike Shop Team and they are doing a awesome job, they got a great team together to hit up National’s in the East Coast, They even recruited Seventy four years young Phares Parsons from Georgia, that’s right 74 years old on a BMX bike racing nationals! So the next time you get lazy think about Phares “THE BMX IRONMAN”.. Here is a group pic of everybody! 1st row: Hunter Hainsworth(9 I)SC, Sean Kelly(7 I)NC,Jacob Solomon(10 N)SC, Nathan Tolley(13 I)SC, Dalton Pedota(13 I)Fla., Chris Dillon(12 I)Fla.,Kelsey Dillon(11 G)Fla., Frank Hainsworth,Sr.(56&over)SC, Stevie Ward(16X)SC, Dillon Bryant(16 I)SC, John Kelly(40 I)NC, Frankie Hainsworth,jr.(33 I)SC and Tracey Kelly(38G-cr)NC From all of us here at Psykopath keep up the good work.
Some of the Psykopath Pro’s in September will be racing a flats-only BMX race with a $30,000 purse. The popular Metro Jam will be run at the same time and is always a blast to attend, Tony Campos will be representing Psykopath in Street. With Jay Miron involved you know that track will be killer. With great cash prizes this should be an interesting race! So throw away your clip shoes and pedals, and buy some Psykopath Terry "T" pedals and ride like Mr. "T"! So just make sure you get your hands on one set before they are all gone!
If you want more info on them please email me at psykopath_industries@yahoo.com see ya at Roseville for the ABA Summer Nationals!
Arturo “B. Mad.” Jimenez
One Bicycles/ ECI imports press release
With both Kyle Horton and Chris Van Winden taking a bit of time off from racing we asked Issy Penglase to write up a bit of a report to fill you in on the racing she'd been doing the past month.
Mt Gambier, South Australia
On Saturday I didn't feel very well and I finished 4th overall in the Australian Vanilla Bean Country Titles.
In cruiser I raced 8-13 girls and ended up with a 3rd.
On Sunday I felt better and I was racing in the boys class and it was good to race with more people.
I made the semi which I was very happy with but I got close to finishing 4th in the semi but ended up 6th and missed the final. In the B- Final I finished 4th.
Northern Rivers - Wodonga, Victoria
I raced in the Boys again and was 5th in all motos . I didn't make the final but was good racing against the boys as they are harder to race against. In the B- Final I finished 2nd.
After racing was over I was pracitising on the track and over jumped the tabletop in the back straight I landed heavy on my front wheel and crashed over the handle bars.
I have my left wrist in plaster for 12 days but should be ok after that, I also have a big cut on my right hip.
How to buy One Bicycles products in Australia
If you would like to purchase a One Bicycles frame or accessories in Australia the best way to do so is to head down to your local bike store and place an order. If they don't know what you are talking about tell them to call Elite Cycle Imports while you wait and place your order there and then. After doing some calculations myself I have found the cheapest way to get One Bicycles products in Australia is through a local reseller.
About One Bicycles
For over a decade ONE Bicycles (operating out of Holland), inducted into the European Hall of Fame, has solely focused all their efforts on the sport of BMX. Today they are at the forefront of BMX product design Worldwide. Utilizing advancements in the industry, some of which were conceived in ONE’s own engineering department, their products directly reflect the evolution and maturing of proven BMX design. Like a fine wine ONE Bicycles product line has come of age as a result of years of dedication to the sport of BMX.
One Bicycles are a major sponsor of the bmxultra.com team
Over the years One Bicycles have sponsored
For more information about One Bicycles check out www.onebicycles.com
XBR press release
XBR is trying to put together a Senior Men's Team and a Senior Women's Team to race against New Zealand in Gisborne, NZ in late October at their North Island Championships
Each team will be made up of 2 x 14 yr olds and 2x15yr olds
Riders will need to be able to pay for a return airfare to Auckland, NZ. BMXNZ and host families will take over after that. It is anticipated that we will all depart Auckland around 6pm on Thursday 23rd October and would return to catch flights home on Monday 27th of October.
If you think that you are one of Australia's fastest riders in this age group and would be interested in being a part of this event - please send an email to editor@xbr.com.au or phone/sms Gavin D on 0412 246012 by Sunday 6th July.
BMX Australia press release
BMX Australia are pleased to announce the proposed dates for the 2008 - 2009 Probikx and Champbikx National Series
They are as follows:
Round 1 - 27th September 2008, Cairns BMX Club, Showgrounds, Cairns, QLD (Queensland State Titles to follow)
Round 2 - 2nd January 2009, Nerang BMX Club, Gold Coast, QLD (also UCI Oceania Round 4)
3rd January 2009, Nerang BMX Club, Gold Coast, QLD (also UCI Oceania Round 5).
Round 3 - 21st February 2009 South Australia 2009 location to be advised (South. Australia State Titles to follow)
Round 4 - 7th March 2009, NSW Club (to be advised) (also UCI Oceania Round 8)
Round 5 - 8th March 2009, NSW Club (to be advised) (also UCI Oceania Round 9)
Round 6 - 30th April 2009, Perth, WA State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon, WA *
Age groups are:
Champbikx- male and females in 14, 15 & 16 year UCI classes
Probikx - male and female junior and elite UCI classes
*double points
NB Dates and venues may be subject to change.
ABA press release
The long awaited location announcement for the Golden State Nationals is over. Book your reservations now for Lancaster, California, home of Antelope Valley BMX. ABA Vice President, BA Anderson, made a special stop by Antelope Valley BMX on the way to the Olympic Trials to find a BMX facility worthy of a major event. Not only will this be the first national event for Track Operators, Jerome and Vanessa Ferree, but it will also be one of the last ABA PRO Series events. Mix in the last Fire Magic Grill-Off Series Event, and not to mention one of the last events to earn ABA National points towards the ABA Titles and the Suzuki RMZ450 that comes with them. Add all this up and you have all the makings of a 2008 marquee event.
Facility Features
Tons of Parking
On-Site RV Park
BMX track located right off of Antelope Valley Freeway 14
"Live" Webcast from GO211.com
Great Track designed and built by ABA Master Track Builder, Billy Allen!
Great Southern California weather in October!
Host Hotel
Holiday Inn Express
43719 17th Street West
Lancaster, CA 93534
Phone: 661-951-8848
Room Rate: $110 per night
Make sure you use Group Code: BMX for the discounted BMX rate
Directions
2551 West Ave. H, Lancaster, CA 93536
From the Antelope Valley 14 Freeway exit off Ave. H and go West to 25th Street and make a right. Follow the road to the end and the track will be on the right.
http://www.avbmx.com/
ABA BMX would like to thank all the 2008 National Series sponsors:
American Suzuki-( www.suzukicycles.com ) Jig-A-Loo-( www.jigaloo.com ) BAWLS Guarana ( www.bawls.com ) Bawlstyle ( www.bawlstyle.com )Redline Bicycles-( www.redlinebicycles.com ) FLY Racing-( www.flyracingbmx.com ) Sponsorhouse-( www.sponsorhouse.com ) Tangent-( www.tangentproducts.com ) ABABMXRACERS- ( www.ababmxracers.com ) Intense BMX-( www.intensebmx.com ) T.H.E. ( www.bmxthe.com ) Fire Magic Premium Grills ( www.rhpeterson.com/firemagic/ ) Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex ( www.disneysports.com ) GO211.com ( www.go211.com )
Without their support, we couldn't make the 2008 ABA racing season such a huge success. Support the sponsors that support ABA BMX racing.
by bmxultra.com
If you saw the cry for help yesterday you will have seen the little predicament I found myself in having lost June's news. Well thanks to those who contacted me, and thanks to Google cache I have been able to restore June 1 - 25. Just a few more days to get back.
Crupi press release
Arcadia, CA Crupi' Scott Erwood is currently training at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, California in preparation for his trials race on July 12th. This race will determine which of Canada's best pros will represent Canada in the Olympics. Scott has a terrific chance at being Canada's top rider for the Olympics and we are very proud of Scott and all of his accomplishments this past season. Please join us in wishing Scott the very best on his road to the 2008 Olympics in Beijing!
by bmxultra.com
There's no doubt about it, Chris Moeller and his crew at S&M are a patriotic bunch. The limited edition XLT redneck and XLT race stems are just a small example, but one that's sure to make a huge impact. I knew that the American's loved to celebrate Independance Day in style, but man, this is real style. Order yours today before they run out, for more information check out www.sandmbikes.com.
ABA press release
Don`t miss what will be one of the Best National Events of 2008, Southwest Nationals in Tucson, Arizona!
The temperature may be hot outside, but it will be a cool 75 Degrees inside. One you make your way into this World class facility, you will never need to leave the air conditioning. The track will be built in the arena and everything else will be located in the Exhibit Hall.
Hotels: www.visittucson.org/housing
Rooms starting at $65 per night. The ABA and Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau has worked hard to ensure great room rates for this event starting at $65 per night. To receive these discounted rates, you must book through: www.visittucson.org/housing/ .
Reservations must be received by July 6, 2008 to obtain special BMX housing rate.
Address: 260 South Church Ave., Tucson, AZ 8570
The Arena : Tucson Convention Center (TCC) - The TCC features great floor space for the track and seating for more than 5,000!
Exhibit Hall : Registration, bike-lockup, vendor row, team pits, and more!
Bring your Bike Lock! Absolutely no bikes in the bleachers!
The ABA staff will set up a massive bike lockup area. With no bikes being allowed in the seating area, bring your lock and cable to insure the safety of your ride.
Team and Rider pit space available inside: Teams and riders will be allowed to pit inside for a nominal fee. You will need to call ahead to reserve your spot. Simply call Shannon @ 480-961-1903 x144! $50.00 per 10`x10`
RV Onsite Parking: $15.00 per day No Dumping. For reservations, please contact Bill Rickett at 520-791-4101.
Vendors : BMX HEX/ Riders Pro Shop/ Menace/ No Wimps/ Yo-Yo Man/ Stile Industries/ Get-A-Gate/ MJT Designs
by bmxultra.com
In my haste yesterday I lost the news page for all of June, with no backup. If anyone has a cached or saved version could they please get in touch with me by emailing webmaster@bmxultra.com. Even if you have just printed the page out.
I have started piecing the June news page back together, but there are some articles that I wrote off the top of my head about the Olympics in the media in Australia and the Australian Olympic team (before they were picked).
My web hosting company kindly offered to restore the page for $150US. However since bmxultra.com is a hobby it's difficult for me to justify paying the dollars, especially given all the other costs involved in keeping this website running.
If you are able to help out with bits and pieces of the articles I would be happy to hear from you. In the meantime I will be putting the press releases back up over the next few days.
by bmxultra.com
I'm sure I don't need to tell you who Stephen Murray is, and if I do just google the name. I was sent the Stay Strong Collection catalog and thought the best thing to do is share it with you all. It includes products from Oakley, Sun Ringle, New Era and a whole lot more.
Click here to check out the catalog.
Loop'd Network press release
BeijingBMX.com will be THE online destination for all that is BMX in the 2008 Olympic Games
SAN DIEGO – Loop’d Network, the fastest growing social network for action sports, today launched Beijingbmx.com in collaboration with BMX Mania, a premier BMX racing destination on the web. Combining race action, lifestyle and behind the scenes games coverage with social networking and community functionality, Beijingbmx.com is the premier destination to follow and interact around the sport as it makes its Olympic debut this August. Since being added to the Olympics as a medal sport, BMX has exploded into the mainstream around the globe.
Up to the minute news from around the world, videos, photos, bmx history, exclusive interviews and features, Olympic athlete profiles, bmx fan profiles, interactive discussion and polls – Beijingbmx.com is a daily must visit to stay connected with the Olympic action.
"I have been involved in the sport for over 20 years and can say that this is the most exciting time in BMX history," said Jerry Landrum of BMX Mania, "This community will be the perfect venue to keep BMX Racing enthusiasts informed up to the minute, to educate the world on the sport of BMX and to get the industry, racers, fans, enthusiasts and new comers a place to interact around the Summer Games.”
With over 75,000 members interested in BMX, Loop’d Network provides the perfect medium to host a community dedicated to this momentous event. Recently, Loop’d Network launched a community with the American Bicycle Association for BMX racers from around the world a place to connect, commune, and get featured on the web.
"We are really excited to combine our expertise in community building with the original content from BMX Mania to chronicle this amazing point in history for the sport of BMX." said Scott Tilton, CEO of Loop'd Network. “Our hope is to provide a unique destination for the industry and people from around the globe to pull together and support their riders in their first ever Olympic event.”
In addition to news, updates and community – members can learn about and interact with the Olympic Athletes. Mike Day, Jared Graves, Jill Kintner, Robert de Wilde and Damien Godet are among the athletes that fans can connect with through interactive profiles.
To join the Beijing BMX Community, visit www.beijingbmx.com and create your profile.
About Loop’d Network
Loop’d Network is THE social network for action sports. A place for Pros, Am’s and Fans to share with friends, discover what’s happening in their favorite sports, showcase their talent, and connect with sponsors. Our unique approach to social media and sports marketing provides unprecedented solutions for brands and organizations to personally connect with a highly influential youth demographic in more relevant and authentic ways. For more information, visit www.loopd.com .
About Our Partners
Beijingbmx.com is only possible because of the BMX Industry, media partners and those companies that support the sport. Special thanks go out to BMX Mania, Vintagebmx.com, Fatbmx.com, the ABA, the USAC and everyone that is a part of promoting the community. To learn more about the history of BMX and the people behind it, go to www.beijingbmx.com/aboutbmx
About BMX Mania
BMX Mania has reported on BMX Racing since 1996 and is the leading online publication dedicated to BMX Racing Internationally, covering events, lifestyle, rumors and the industry with news, features and photos. To learn more, visit www.bmxmania.com.
by bmxultra.com
Things have been a little crazy around here trying to get a whole bunch of things done including finishing off the BSX2008 dvd, so these photos are just over a week old. Sorry about the delays. Click here to check them out.
BAWLStyle press release
BAWLS BMX Pro Matt “Ruckus” Pohlkamp turned up the BOUNCE in a HUGE way on one of the most challenging tracks out there– the NBL Stars N’ Stripes Nationals at South Park BMX – for his first NBL Elite Series win of the year!
Matt is pumped for this big win, which puts him in the run for a top spot in the NBL Elite rankings! “Pittsburgh is one of the best races of the year, FAST downhill track filled with a lot of big jumps…one race that I've always wanted to win,” Matt commented.
The Stars N’ Stripes Nationals was rained out on Sunday due to severe weather, so according to NBL rules on rainouts, Saturdays score will also count for Sunday. One heck of a weekend!
Matt has had a great summer so far! In addition to his win in South Park, Matt’s one-of-a-kind BAWLS Cherry helmet and Kuwahara jersey are all over this month’s edition of BMX Plus! and he’ll be hitting up this week’s BMXMania Pro Training Camp on July 2-4 at Hire Park BMX in Warsaw, IN!
For more BAWLS BMX news, photos and sponsorship info, visit www.BAWLStyle.com.