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The Factory press release
Mixed results in Adelaide for the Australian riders featured in the documentary “Life Behind Bars The Olympic Journey”. For the five riders Khalen Young, Jared Graves, Luke Madill, Jamie Gray and Glenn Codega, results were needed to either stay in contention for the Olympic team or to push their way into the all ready tight squad. The Factory team was with Luke Madill at his backyard Supercross track leading up to the Adelaide events, the benefits were showing, as he displayed awesome track speed at both the Supercross (6th) and Australian National Championships (2nd). Not to be out done was Jared Graves who possesses one of the quickest snaps in the Australian elite field, making the final in the Supercross and winning the National Championships. Khalen Young showed the crowds why he is rated one of the fastest riders on track in the world, pulling unbelievable moves in the turns. Ironically he was unfortunate to fall in the second turn whilst leading his semi at the Supercross, a fall which not only handed fellow Aussie rider Kamakazi a spot in the final, but also greatly improved his rivals chances of a spot in the Olympic team. Khalen was a non starter for the nationals with a busted thumb. Jamie Gray who went into the Supercross with a knee injury, fell in practice after over jumping the first double on the second straight then landing awkwardly between the next double. Things went from bad to worse when he took off his knee guard and saw a gaping wound on his knee which required several stitches at the track in the medical tent. Later that night Jamie was driven to hospital and remained in the Royal Adelaide Hospital for the next few days with internal injuries. Jamie was in the crowd later in the week watching the Nationals. This injury has prevented Jamie gaining valuable selection points for the Olympic team. Glenn Codega’s natural trail style was on display, passing riders down the 3rd straight of the Supercross track, admittedly Glenn’s start was letting him down and in a stacked quarter against the best in the USA, was always going to find it hard to reel them in. Glenn was unlucky at the nationals, in avoiding Kamakazi’s back wheel into the 3rd corner whilst sitting in 3rd in the semi, Glenn gave up a couple of positions to finish 5th. The adopted 6th rider in the film, Kamakazi had a big week in Adelaide, placing on the podium at the Supercross as well as a final birth in the nationals final. Kamakazi and Luke Madill stood to equal Anthony “Howie” Waye’s record (although not consecutive) of 4 national titles. Jared Graves spoiled the party winning his first National title, a sensational race which featured Kama, Jared and Luke all swapping positions in the second corner. The three boys travelled to Madrid together, all made the final of the Adelaide Supercross, and a week later entertained the crowd in the National final.
The Factory team have cut together new videos of the two events in Adelaide, these videos are dv camera footage that Chantel shoots around the track. It’s a bit of fun putting together the videos but not quite what you will see in the actual documentary. Checkout our latest videos on our revamped page on www.myspace.com/thefactory47 or www.youtube.com/profile?user=TheFactory47. Vote on which rider you think will represent Australia at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, our poll has been reset so have a vote. The Factory would like to thank all the Australian elite riders who gave their time during the events in Adelaide, Johan and officials from UCI, coaching staff of Cycling Australia, officials from BMX Australia and media liaison Sharon Payne. Most of all our five riders who put up with us pointing a camera at them throughout the events which we secretly think they like. Good luck boys in Denmark.
BAWLStyle.com press release
At the NBL Freedom Nationals in Woodbridge, VA, BAWLS rider Matt “Ruckus” Pohlkamp rode hard all weekend to land a few impressive moto wins and a second place finish on Day 2! Sporting his custom BAWLS Cherry helmet, Matt has been training hard in Ohio and in California and will be representing his favorite drink all summer long. Congrats, Matt!
The boys of Intense/BAWLS were at it again at the ABA East Coast Nationals in Spartanburg, SC! Fresh off his huge World Cup win in Australia, David “The Hermanator” Herman continued to turn heads with a first place win on Day 1! David’s teammate and 2007 ABA #1 Pro Danny “Easy Money” Caluag showed everyone why he’s #1 with a first place finishes on both 20 in and Cruiser on Day 2!
The BAWS tent was the place to be in Spartanburg and Woodbridge, with thousands picking up ice cold, bounce-packed cans of BAWLS to keep them going. At the Freedom Nationals, BAWLS hosted another Bunny Hop Contest where BMXers showed off their skills to win a complete Intense jump bike! 40 year-old Brett Downs took the big prize and shocked the younger guns in the competition, clearing 3 ft!
For more BAWLS BMX news, event info, photos and sponsorship info, check out www.BAWLStyle.com.
by Nicky Pearson
Milton, ON – Tim DaSilva died in a tragic accident while building his dream; a place for children, youth and their families to enjoy exercise, companionship and the spirit of competition. His family has taken solace in the fact that his dream had become a reality and a unique amateur sports facility that anyone from across the GTA and beyond could enjoy. Unfortunately the proper permit hadn’t been procured before he began building on the private land. Now the Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC) is forcing the family to flatten their son’s dream in 60 days or the owner of the private land will face stiff penalties.
“The track Tim created represented a place where we could go to be near him. We feel closer to him there than anywhere else. It was the last place he was happy and alive and it was truly his dream to bring this facility to the families of southwestern Ontario,” said Zira DiSilva, Tim’s mom.
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?p=1264301
When Tim died tragically, he was completing his work on a BMX bicycle dirt track in Halton Hills. Built on private land, at the owner’s support, the track was designed with local, provincial and national level competition in mind, where kids aged three and up could practice and compete. BMX is now an Olympic sport and Canada is trying hard to catch up to the impressive skills many other countries have been fostering for years. Tim was an Ontario Quest for Gold recipient and a Team Ontario member and in an Olympic year, it hurts all the more for the family and BMX community to potentially lose a track that would help them gain the skills they need to compete.
Tim died on July 15, 2006 with the track, affectionately named “Tim’s Track” being completed in September 2006. The family and friends and the wonderful BMX Community completed Timmys Track in September 2006 with Adam Muys, Cycling BC and Sammy Cools, Senior Elite Female flew out on their own dime and helped complete the track. Over 125 people worked for 2 days straight and would not leave until the track was done. Unfortunately, the track has come under disapproval and the decision has been made by the NEC to close it.
The family and the BMX community are calling for support to have the track re-opened and the missing permit granted. Not just for Tim’s family, but for the community who benefits from having this unique recreational facility for amateur sport that doesn’t exist anywhere else in Halton Hills and is in limited supply in Ontario. Halton Place is very supportive of Amateur Sports in Ontario and hopes to continue with the Tim DaSilva BMX Track.
If anyone can help in anyway, letters of support, quotes, petition etc. please do so.
We are asking you to visit the Facebook Page, and sign our petition:
“Save the Tim DaSilva BMX Track – we need your help”
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=11682499559&ref=mf
Petition: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/timdasilvabmxtrack/
Other sites for your reference:
www.timothy-dasilva.last-memories.com
http://timdasilva.virtual-memorials.com
www.timdasilvabmx.com
www.track2000bmxracing.com Tim DaSilva Memorial
NBL press release
On April 30, NBC, the official US Olympic broadcaster for the 2008 Games, is giving BMX Racing its 15 minutes of fame. The NBC Today Show, which is expected to draw more 6 million viewers, will be filmed ‘Live’ from Rockefeller Plaza in downtown, New York City. Two separate live segments will be filmed to showcase the sport and create hype for the Olympics.
You might even see Meredith Vieira aboard a GT or Free Agent bike and she’ll be joined by several other co-hosts and three well-known Olympic Hopefuls; Kyle Bennett, Donny Robinson and Arielle Martin. A few younger riders will also be featured on the program to give the audience a perspective on the sport so be sure to watch the whole show.
The project was coordinated in part by NBC, NBL, ABA, and proudly sponsored by Free Agent Bicycles, GT Bicycles, Fly Racing, Fire-Magic Premium Grills, Jig-A-Loo, and Pro-Gate.
Here are the exciting details:
Enjoy and tell your friends
Cycling Australia press release
Cycling Australia and BMX Australia are pleased to announce the team to contest the 2008 BMX World Championships being raced in Taiyuan, China from 29 May to 1 June.
Elite Women
Elite Men
Junior Men
Junior Women
ABA press release
The American Bicycle Association Builds Olympic Enthusiasm With Today Show Demo
Gilbert, Arizona— The American Bicycle Association (ABA) "The Sanctioning Body of BMX", continues its diligent promotion of the sport. Now, after weeks of preparations, negotiations and working with the bicycle industry and supportive sponsors it announces a spotlight appearance on NBC's Today Show. NBC's leading morning news and information show has scheduled a demonstration and feature of BMX, the newest Olympic sport for Wednesday, April 30th 2008.
The Today Show will feature USA's top BMX Olympic hopefuls Kyle Bennett, Donny Robinson and Arielle Martin. The true excitement is that an actual dirt BMX track will be constructed in Rockefeller Plaza for this first ever demonstration. The abbreviated track will feature a starting hill with electronic gate, a 120' straight, a roller section and a 16" double jump for Kyle, Donny and Arielle to showcase their skills. It's even rumored that some of the hosts of the show may even give it a try.
“BMX racers are the most skilled cyclists in the world, from sprinting to negotiating jumps, BMX racers develop these skills at a very young age. It’s great that the media will finally witness these skills, The Today Show is just the start of the media coverage our sport is about to receive.” Said Clayton John, ABA President
The show will air April 30th from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and will not only highlight our potential BMX Olympians, The Today show will also give some of the top amateurs in the World the opportunity to demonstrate their skills on Rockefeller Plaza. Conner Fields, Christopher Blevins, Anthony Derosa, Kristen Long as well as SI Kids "Youth Athlete of the Year" Brock Heffron and ABA's current National #1 Amateur Nic Long will all be in attendance.
“After 32 years of organizing and promoting the sport in the United States the American Bicycle Association is excited about the exposure, notoriety and legitimacy the Olympics will bring to the sport.” stated B.A. Anderson, ABA Vice President.
The entire project with the Today Show was made possible by a collaborative effort from the American Bicycle Association and ABA national sponsors Fly Racing, FireMagic Premium Grills, Jigaloo lubricant, and GT Bicycles with help from Free Agent, NBL and USA Cycling. To add even more Olympic flare to the show Pierce Barker of Pro Gate is providing a scaled down version of the actual Olympic Starting gate. UCI track builder Tom Ritz, the ABA staff and Kevin O’Brien will be on site to construct the first ever BMX track on Rockefeller Plaza.
About The American Bicycle Association
ABA (American Bicycle Association), formed in 1977 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, is “The Sanctioning Body of BMX”©. The ABA organizes BMX racing for boys, girls and adults, nationwide and Canada. With 60,000 active members, 274 racing facilities and a 27 event-national race schedule; ABA is the largest promoter of action sports. For additional press information about ABA, the sport of BMX, ABA events or Professional racers, call bonspeedMedia; (714) 666-1999. To find races in your area or view the national event schedule, visit www.ababmx.com.
Supercross BMX Press Release
In what is probably one of the weirdest and quickest Double A Pro switches since the Redline/Haro Griggs/King team switch of the early 90's it seems that Supercross and Crupi are doing a little pro swapping.
After just over 1 month on the Supercross Factory team Tyler Brown left for the Green of Team Crupi leaving an opening on the Supercross Factory Roster.
Not wanting to fill the vacancy with just any AA Pro as we want a rider that has loyalty to the program and is as nice to the kids and fans as the rest of the Supercross Pro's are we decided to leave the spot open for a bit. That was until we received a call from one of the nicest and most loyal AA Pro's on the circuit. Mikey Moeller. Seems that he had decided to leave Crupi after being with them for 9 of his last 11 years and was looking for a new home.
Guess it is true when you're not looking for things, that is when you get exactly what you need.
After consulting with our team and Pro's , we knew our first thoughts were correct when Samantha said" "Tell Mikey Welcome to the Family" .
We are looking forward to a long career with Mikey as he is in his pursuit of his ABA Pro Plates and the dreams of the 2012 Olympics.
Look for Mikey to make his Supercross Team debut at the ABA Spartenburg Pro National this weekend in South Carolina where Mikey will racing his Supercross EVO iS towards the podium along with the rest of the Supercross Factory Team.
For more information on Sammy, Kenth, Mikey and the entire Supercross team is up to check out http://www.supercrossbmx.com for news and product updates and more.
The Supercross BMX Factory Race team is proudly supported by: Atac Jerseys, Oneal Racewear, Blur Optics, Kronik Energy Drinks, FSA Components, Easton Tubing, Ogio Bags, Camp Cools Training Clinics, TECH BMX, and Speedline BMX components
ABA press release
In order to keep our BMX racing viewers happy GO211.com will be webcasting the ABA East Coast National from Spartanburg, NC. Prior to the weekends webcast GO211.com will have highlights from the previous Pro Series race. So if you're watching the ABA BMX event you will see Highlights of Pro racing from the Super Nationals in Desoto, TX.
The GO211.com crew will be arriving in to the East Coast Nationals on Friday April 25th and once they arrive at the track will begin pre production taping. Adam Gonzalez will be heading to Spartanburg with his crew and Alise Post will be going around interviewing riders and doing a pre race track description mini show.
Broadcast Schedule:
Saturday April 26th
ABA Webcast: Start time 10am Eastern | Race Starts: 11am Eastern.
Sunday April 27th
ABA Webcast: Start time 7:30am Eastern | Race Starts: 8am Eastern.
ABA WEBCAST
You can view the live webcast of the East Coast National on Go211.com at go211.com/u/eastcoastnational08. Coverage starts at 10am EST with race action at 11am EST. Don't forget about our live chat feature where you can chat with everyone else that is watching the webcast. All you need to do is login and visit the link provided and chat away. If you have not signed up don't worry, everything on Go211.com is free. So just create an account, upload a picture and some videos and join the rest of the BMX fans on our live webcast.
Mains events will be posted starting Tuesday after the event. You can visit the video page directly at go211.com/u/eastcoastnational08/videos/.
ABA press release
Gilbert, Arizona— The American Bicycle Association (ABA BMX) has renewed its agreement with American Suzuki Motor Corporation as the official motorcycle and ATV of the 2008 ABA BMX (Bicycle Motocross) racing series. The 2008 ABA BMX Race Series consists of 27 National events and 15 Pro Series events throughout North America. Suzuki's involvement in the ABA BMX racing series began in 2007 and continues again this year!
American Suzuki is a major sponsor of the 2008 ABA BMX event schedule and will be fully integrated into the BMX events nationwide. In 2008, the ABA BMX and American Suzuki will work cooperatively to bring even more excitement to the racers. New promotions include an incredible Suzuki RMZ450 being awarded not only to the ABA BMX National #1 Champions, but also an amazing Suzuki RMZ250 being awarded at the ABA BMX district level.
ABA and Suzuki are offering to every eligible rider who is awarded an 2008 ABA District #1 a chance to win a Suzuki RMZ250. Every class is eligible and any district #1 rider who has earned at least 2000 district points for the 2008 season will be entered into a drawing. This gives every rider in the ABA an opportunity to win the amazing Suzuki RMZ250! This competition is open to boys, girls, cruisers and girl cruisers in all ABA districts, district classes and age groups. Complete details and rules will be available in BMXer magazine and online at www.ababmx.com.
“We are very excited to have American Suzuki return as a major sponsor for a 2008, they have really supported the sport of BMX. Suzuki has recognized that BMX is a family sport that reaches both the kids and the parents. This year will be the most excitement ever generated for the Suzuki program, because now every rider has an opportunity to win a Suzuki RMZ250.” said Clayton John, ABA President. Like other ABA national event sponsors, Suzuki will have a large and notable presence at every ABA National event and has scheduled display advertising as part of its sponsorship in ABA’s BMXer publication.
About American Suzuki
The Motorcycle/ATV Division of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), Brea , Calif. , was founded in 1963 by Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC). ASMC markets motorcycles and ATVs via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. ASMC’s parent company, Suzuki Motor Corporation, based in Hamamatsu , Japan , is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, automobiles and marine engines. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, it has 120 distributors in 191 countries.
ABA (American Bicycle Association), formed in 1977 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, is “The Sanctioning Body of BMX”©. The ABA organizes BMX racing for boys, girls and adults, nationwide and Canada. With 60,000 active members, 274 racing facilities and a 27 event-national race schedule; ABA is the largest promoter of action sports. For additional press information about ABA, the sport of BMX, ABA events or Professional racers, call bonspeedMedia; (714) 666-1999. To find races in your area or view the national event schedule, visit www.ababmx.com .
NBL press release
The National Bicycle League (NBL) is excited to announce that GO211.com will webcast exclusive ‘live’ coverage of the NBL Freedom BMX National from NOVA BMX in Woodbridge, VA. Coverage begins on Saturday, April 26 and runs through to Sunday, April 27. In addition to tons of great amateur action, the Freedom National features two NBL War of the Stars Pro races.
A brand new format will feature a pre-race show, athlete interviews, industry news, and tons of great NBL race action. Click here to watch the show > http://www.go211.com/u/freedomnational08.
The NBL Pro Series will showcase the fastest riders in the country and the Freedom National could set the stage for a change in leadership. GT’s Randy Stumpfhauser and Race Place BMX’s Stephanie Barragan lead their respective Elite classes and will have to be on their game to keep pace. Race Place BMX’s Warren McDow has emerged as the man to beat in Super-Ex and Formula’s Tim Dinger, who also doubles as the witty GO211.COM host, leads the Masters chase.
Tune in for the pre-race show and watch as the NBL season unfolds in front of your eyes. For more information and to view the full NBL National Schedule, visit the NBL website at www.nbl.org.
FREEDOM NATIONAL WEBCAST SCHEDULE - (all times EST)
Saturday, 4/26 – Freedom National #1
Racing starts at 11:00am - Rounds 1, 2 & 3, Quarters, Semis, Mains
Sunday, 4/27 – Freedom National #2
Racing starts at 8:00am - Rounds 1, 2 &3, Quarters, Semis, Mains
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)
by bmxultra.com
Goldcross Cycles are the biggest chain of bike stores in Victoria, and they have a sale on this weekend with 20% off storewide.
Check out www.goldcross.com.au for details and store locations.
bmxultra.com press release
The bmxultra.com team hit the Australian Championships in Adelaide with full intentions to make a big splash, and that they did. The brand new bmxultra.com/One bicycles jerseys got a lot of attention and lots of compliments.
Shane Jenkins looked to improve on his results from last year however he badly injured his right ankle saving what could have been a very nasty fall in the final practice session. It looks like he will be out of racing for a few months.
Todd "Scooby" Guyers took to the Supercross track like a duck to water. A slip up in his final 17-24 cruiser moto meant he was eliminated early. He bounced back in 17-24 men though winning all 3 of his motos confirming a place in the 1/4 final. He then progressed to the semi where he looked like he would miss out on the main sitting in fifth place down the last straight. Just before the very last roller a rider went down hard, Scooby clipped his bike and also went down hard but has crashed over the finish line and scraped in for the four spot and a berth in his very first Australian Championships final. When it came to the main Scooby was still very beat up from the semi fall and was in a lot of pain the whole way around the track, he had to roll around for eighth.
Jamie Bullows was emliminated in his 35-39 cruiser semi, but like Scooby used it as motivation for the 35-39 mens 20 inch class. He had set himself up as one of the favourites for the win in that class, and when it came to the main he won in fine style, he got out to the lead by the first corner and pulled clear of the rest of the field. It was Jamie's first national #1 and now he has a taste for it.
Matt Butterworth was racing in the 35-39 cruiser class with Jamie and faced the same fate in the semi. Like Jamie he made up for it on the 20 inch in the 35-39 mens class. He was right up in the pointy end of the final fighting it out for second and third most of the way around the track but when the dust settled he finished up in a respectable fourth place.
Brandan Bullows hasn't spent a lot of time on his bike lately it showed a little in cruiser, he was jumping everything but not with the speed he would normally carry he got as far as the 1/4 final in the 15-16 boys. When it came to 15 boys though he looked a lot more confident and comfortable through the motos, a bad start in the 1/4 final though saw him finish in fifth and out of the running.
Congratulations to all of our riders.
The bmxultra.com team is proudly supported by One Bicycles, Supercross BMX, Answer BMX, Dirt Designs, THE, Profile, Sun Ringle, and Tektro brakes.
by Tony Hancox
I just wanted to add a note to your news section with One results.
This is my first Double win at a National title and I seriously believe it was the One cruiser frame and 20" Pro xxl frame that made it possible. I have been racing for many years and ridden all the top notch frames on the market..but ..for my height 6ft2", the One was and is a perfect ride.The geometry and feel out the gate is spot on. I would recommend the frame for any aspiring rider. The One frame has made my dream of National Champion come true.
[Editor: Congratulation to Tony for a fantastic effort that the Australian Championships]
STAATS / BB Cycles / Fly press release
The weekend of 18th -20th saw the 2008 Australian BMX National Titles take place in Adelaide. An indoor track ensured the weather would not play a part, but as it turned out, there were blue skies all week anyway. With only minimal modifications to the Supercross track of the weekend before, riders had to deal with a monster start hill and plenty of big jumps.
The STAATS / BB Cycles / Fly race team had 3 riders come across from WA – and managed to “borrow” a rider from the SA STAATS team to make up the required 4 riders for a team.
The first group to practice was the 14 and under Cruisers, and Daniel Cobham took the prize for being the first “non-pro” to jump the first straight (this was when the first jump was still a double and before it was filled in to a tabletop). Daniel went on to make the final of the 13-14 Cruiser class on his STAATS Expert Cruiser – finishing 4th behind two 14yo’s and the eventual winner of the 13 boys 20 inch class. Daniel backed up his Cruiser success by progressing through the 13 boys 20 inch motos, quarters, and winning his semi. A slight hesitation on the gate in the final meant Daniel would pilot his STAATS Pro to 5A in this always competitive class.
Jaymin King started the weekend well, easily making the finals on his STAATS Pro XL Cruiser in the 15-16 boys class. Unfortunately he went into the first corner too hot and the bike washed out on him – meaning Jaymin would finish 8A. The good news is he gets to race this class again next year! In the final round of the Champbikx series, the same corner would end Jaymin’s run – this time in the semi final, and also result in a knee injury. While he fronted up for the National Title 2 days later, the knee injury would turn out to be too much to overcome, and Jaymin would drop out in the quarters.
In the 11 Boys class, Doyle Holl was making his first appearance at a National, and while he rode well, the track was too big, and Doyle did not make it out of the moto’s. Doyle will come back stronger next year when the Nationals will be on home turf.
Our borrowed rider for the weekend, Annaliese Rokov, was riding in the 11 girls class, and easily made it through to the final. She saved her best race for the final, and finished in second place – meaning she would swap her old 3A plate for a new 2A one. An awesome effort by Annaliese.
The team is proudly sponsored by STAATS Bicycles, BB Cycles and Fly Racing.
Intense Tyre Systems press release
Intense Tyre Systems is proud to announce the arrival of the 20 x 2.125 Dirt Jump Micro Knobby Tire. The Micro Knobby has become the most popular tire in BMX and now its available with a foldable Kevlar® Bead and 2 Ply Ultra Light Weight casing. The tire still has a strong enough sidewall casing to help prevent pinch flats while being one of the lightest tires out. Each tire weighs in at 460 Grams or 16oz, an average of 4 oz lighter than most current foldable beaded tires on the market today.
The Micro-Knobby is the most innovated tire in BMX history. With more than 5,000 knobby's per tire, they are ramped for a super fast rolling resistance. Tightly spaced and harshly square, makes this the worlds best BMX tire. Available in 14 different sizes makes the Micro Knobby available for everyone of any age and any bike.
The Intense Micro Knobby Dirt Jump Lite is available in a 20 x 2.125 size and retails for $24.99 and can be found in stock at VSI and dealers world wide so you can get an edge over your competition.
For more information on the line of the Intense Tire Systems, please check out http://www.intensebmx.com or http://www.intensetires.com
Intense BMX and Intense Tire System are proud to be associated with the finest Bicycle dealers’ world wide. Intense BMX Products are a division of VSI Products. – www.vsiproducts.com
One Bicycles/ECI press release
The One Bicycles grass roots team hit up the Australian Championships in fine style, each of the team's three riders were up to the challenges of the Adelaide Supercross track and brought home plenty of hardward to prove it.
Chris Van Winden had his best nationals ever making both his finals. On Friday Chris managed a respectable seventh place in a tough 30-34 men's cruiser final. He followed that up on Sunday with a second place in the 30-34 20 inch class. Chris improves with every result, if he keeps getting results at this rate he's going to be unstoppable.
Isabella Penglase is one of those quiet achievers who simply loves racing, the kind of rider who lives to race but never makes a big deal of it. It's no surprise she was cool, calm and collected when she made her first national championships final on the weekend. She was stoked with her fifth place finish in the 10 girls class and so were we. Well done champ!
Kyle Horton is racing in two of the most competitive classes in Australia right now, and he's getting right amongst it with the young guns who are already proving themselves in the pro classes around Australia and on the world stage. In the 15-16 cruiser Kyle took the fourth, you could see he was happy enough with that but Kyle is the type of rider who trains to win, so he turned his focus to his age class, the 16 boys. He made the main for the second year in a row but would have to wait another year for a podium, he backed up his fourth on cruiser with another fourth in age.
That's 5 finals from 5 entries, not many teams would be able to brag a 100% success rate. Congratulations to the riders, you have made us very proud.
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
BMX Australia press release
NEWLY CROWNED National BMX Champion, Melissa Mankowski, has given selectors a reason to keep her in mind when nominations are made for the Australian Olympic Team in June. Mankowski today proved she should not be written off as a chance of making the Beijing Olympics when the sport debuts in August. The 20 year old was desperate for the win on the final day of racing at the Adelaide Showgrounds after apprehension about riding the Supercross course last weekend saw her withdraw.
“It was a more personal thing this weekend,” said Mankowski. “By not racing last weekend and getting fourth in Probikx on Friday I just wanted to do it for me.”
Mankowki injured her hip following the Olympic test event in Beijing on a similar course and maintains she was wary about what could go wrong. However, after winning on the national course today with only slight variations made to the Supercross course, Mankowski could be overcoming her fear.
“It is a good confidence thing to roll down that hill and come away with a win,” said Mankowski.
The win is Mankowski’s twelfth national title but only her first in the elite class.
Defending BMX National Champion, Tanya Bailey from Perth, finished in second place with fellow Western Australians, Catherine Hopkins in third while Nicole Callisto crashed in the first turn.
In the elite men’s final early leader, Kamakazi, was relegated into third by Jared Graves and Luke Madill down the third strait. Graves and Madill fought throughout the final strait with Graves winning the national title by only a half a wheel. Madill claimed second while Billy Jolliffe claimed third
Graves' win also gives him the overall Oceania Ranking series win over world number one, Marc Willers from New Zealand, after a count back.
Local rider, Sam Willoughby won the junior men's national title ahead of Gold Coast's Steven Janssen. Third was Vicotoria's Michael Chasteauneuf.
The junior women's race saw Bunbury's Lauren Reynolds take the win from Townsville's Rachel Bracken. Last year's defending champion, Caroline Buchanan, claimed third.
NOTE: Mankowski is not intending on racing the last Supercross race in Copenhagen next month. This leaves Mankowski with one last chance of a result at the World Championships in Taiyuan in China in June. Following that event nomination for the Australian team will be made. Currently the nation ranking looks hopeful for Australia taking a maximum number of three men and two women.
For full results - all classes click here
Crupi press release
Arcadia, California – Crupi Parts, Inc is proud to announce the signing of US Olympic hopeful, Tyler Brown. Tyler has been shopping for a ride since the end of last season and Bill Ryan from Supercross had stepped up to support Tyler since early on this season. But now Tyler has found a home with Crupi and Crupi is lucky to have him!
“This was a big and bold move for Crupi” said Crupi President, Greg Swingrover, “but one we could not afford to pass up”. Swingrover went on to say that “Tyler is not only an accomplished rider but a terrific fit for Crupi.”
Tyler is currently part of the US Funded Team training regularly at the Olympic facility in Chula Vista, California and now Tyler is also part of Crupi’s World Team so look for Tyler rocking his Crupi Pro XL at the big remaining Nationals in 2008. Congratulations to Tyler, his Mom Rhonda, girlfriend Kassie and his BMX gate snapping dog; Baxter!
Mighty 11s press release
Changes to entries accepted for the 2008 Mighty11s Class.
Due to the change in format for this year's event we ran the risk of having a lot of kids miss out on the opportunity to race the Mighty 11s Class. So, with this in mind, there has been a change to the format again. We will allow all 11 year old riders to compete in the Mighty 11s Class. The same criteria will apply to choose the Test Team to tour New Zealand in October (check the Mighty 11s tab on the BMXNSW website).
That is the biggest change. We will keep everyone up to date by the BMXNSW website with any other changes. Any change will be to make it a better event and let every rider have a great time competing in the premier event for junior riders in the world!!!
BMX Australia press release
Here's the results for the Cruiser Classes from the National Titles and the
Final Round/Round 8 of the Probikx & Champbikx National Series
by bmxultra.com
Well not much to report from Day 2, I was in and out of first aid and sports meds for the day after hurting my ankle early in the day in practice only to find out that I would have to spend the rest of the nationals watching from the sidelines. From all accounts the pre-titles, or Adelaide Spectacular as it's known this time around, ran pretty smoothly. There were no finals in the end though, just the three motos.
Day 3 was cruiser day and the final round of the champbikx/probikx national series. It was nice to see Leigh Darrell win the elite cruiser again. Steven Janssen was very consistant winning all of the motos and the main. Simon Anderson reclaimed the 30-34 men's cruiser title again after Danny Galea had dominated the class for the past 2 years. The Karl Mustchin and Brett Scruse show was on again in the 35-39 cruiser class and despite all of Brett's years of a AA pro Karl got the edge and took the title again for the second year running. Tim Ward was racing in the 40-44 class, it's been a long time since Tim Ward had competed at the Australian Championships, last time he did it was as one of the most feared pro riders in Australia. After having won every other race easily he had to settle for third in the main behind Tony Hancox who took the win and Damien Callan in second. In the 15-16 cruiser class Adam Sanderson took a deserved win in a stacked final that included world class riders. In the womens cruiser classes there were some clean sweeps by Harriet Burbidge-Smith (12 & Under cruiser), Madison Janssen (13-14 girls cruiser), Tanya Thiele (17-24 women cruiser) and Karen Turner (40-44 women cruiser).
The probikx and champbikx also made for some exciting racing. Particularly the senior elite men and women. In elite women Sarah Walker jumped out to the early lead with Nicole Callisto in chase, Tanya Bailey had to play catch up after a slow start but jumped into third after shooting for the sky over the doubles into the first corner. Sarah went on to win followed by Nicole and Tanya. The senior elite men was a little preview of what to expect on Sunday but without Khalen Young, and I don't remember seeing Michael Robinson or Michael Fenwick in the mix. In the main, Kamakazi jumped out to the early lead then Jared Graves followed by Luke Madill who looked to be shut out by Kama and Graves down the first straight. Graves looked to make a mistake on the exit of the second corner and allowed Madill to slip into the two spot, but by that point Kama was too far ahead for Madill. Kama took line honours ahead of Madill and Graves. Glenn Codega finished a strong 4th and could be worth keeping an eye out for.
Congratulations to Melissa Mankowski and Jared Graves for winning the Probikx series.
More racing tomorrow.
by bmxultra.com
There was no racing today due to some technical difficulties with the starting hill. The 7.2m high start hill that was used for the Supercross event last weekend was modified. Reducing the height to 5m still made for a hairy starting hill by any standards. Most riders were able to come to terms with it, however it was a little too much for some of the younger riders, and their parents. It was the scaffold that caused the issues and should be sorted out over night.
The show should go on tomorrow, with the pre-titles event. Last I heard the cruiser would be moved to Friday, but if all goes well, that should be the only change to the schedule.
NBL press release
Earlier this year UGP (www.undergroundproducts.com) and the National Bicycle League (NBL) joined forces to revamp NBL’s Open program and the new UGP Open Series was born. In addition to more than $4,000 in spot prizes at the NBL Pro Events, all riders who make 2 Open mains at National events will be qualified to enter the UGP Open Championship. And it gets even better – Any riders who make 4 or more mains are qualified for the Championship plus they receive a ‘limited edition’ UGP Number plate when they register for the Championship.
The UGP Open Championship will be held on Friday, August 29 at the NBL Grands and will run with the War of the Stars Pro Event in the evening. The overall winner of each class that night will win a UGP backpack overflowing with UGP goodies, clothing, and shoes valued at almost $500. There will be plenty o’ prizes for everyone so make to get qualified soon.
Are you qualified? Here’s who’s in so far: (not listed? Contact Angel Dorr at adoor@nbl.org)
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Mains |
CHLOE MERCED |
5 |
2 |
WILLIAM REYNOLDS |
7 |
4 |
TREVOR GUTHRIE |
6 |
2 |
COLTON MITCHELL |
9 |
4 |
CONNOR RANDALL |
6 |
2 |
BILLY LOWERY |
10 |
4 |
MAXIMUS BROACH |
7 |
2 |
GIHAN (GW) WEERASEKARA |
11 |
6 |
ANTHONY FEINSTEIN |
7 |
3 |
CALEB MINTHORN |
12 |
4 |
TRENTON GUTHRIE |
7 |
2 |
MALIEK BYNDLOSS |
13 |
8 |
KAISER KAYTON |
7 |
2 |
KODY WONG |
13 |
5 |
RYAN POWELL |
7 |
2 |
BLAKE SAWYER |
14 |
7 |
TRISTON JUDD |
8 |
3 |
THIVANKA(TW) WEERASEKARA |
14 |
6 |
TIMITHY LYNCH |
8 |
2 |
TAS SLAVIN |
15 |
10 |
COLIN WHITTINGTON |
8 |
2 |
JACOB TREVINO |
17 |
4 |
KYLE DAVIS |
9 |
2 |
NICHOLAS LONG |
18 |
5 |
KOBY LOPEZ |
9 |
2 |
MICHAEL HENDERSON |
19 |
4 |
ROBBIE MERCED |
9 |
2 |
DEAN HOLDSTOCK |
19 |
4 |
DANIELLE SANCHEZ |
9 |
2 |
SCOTT MCMAHON |
19 |
4 |
NATHAN STYMUS |
9 |
2 |
WILLIAM PETERS |
25 |
4 |
PERRY DE VIDO |
10 |
2 |
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LUCAS HOWES |
10 |
2 |
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AUSTIN PALASOTA |
10 |
2 |
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MICHAEL WALTERS JR |
10 |
2 |
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MYLES WAMSLEY |
10 |
2 |
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RIVER DAUGHERTY |
11 |
2 |
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ZACHARY DELONG |
11 |
2 |
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JUSTIN KLANDERUD |
11 |
2 |
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CHANCE LEFFEW |
11 |
3 |
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DILLON LESLIE |
11 |
2 |
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BRIAN MANNING |
11 |
3 |
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ASHTON MC GRAW |
11 |
2 |
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WALTER O'BRIEN |
11 |
2 |
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KYLE FERNANDEZ |
12 |
2 |
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BRADLEY HAMILTON |
12 |
2 |
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MICHAEL JARRETT |
12 |
2 |
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JARRED JOHNSON |
12 |
2 |
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AUSTIN FOWBLE |
13 |
2 |
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NICHOLAS GIVARGIS |
13 |
2 |
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DALTON PEDOTA |
13 |
2 |
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WILLIAM REEVES |
13 |
2 |
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ZACHARY VANKAMMEN |
13 |
2 |
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MATT WESTERGREN |
13 |
2 |
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AUSTIN BOSWELL |
14 |
2 |
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JOSEPH HANLEY |
14 |
2 |
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AUSTIN (AJ) HIATT |
14 |
2 |
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JIMMY LESLIE |
14 |
2 |
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HEATHER MARQUEZ |
14 |
2 |
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DAN TRITZ |
14 |
2 |
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GUILLERMO ALVAREZ |
15 |
3 |
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TAYLOR DELTUVA |
15 |
2 |
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JSHWAR MARTIJN |
15 |
2 |
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BOBBY MC GILL |
15 |
2 |
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ALEX PALMER |
15 |
2 |
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JEREMY ROMMEL |
15 |
2 |
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TAY WILBORN |
15 |
2 |
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JARROD ADCOCK |
16 |
2 |
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NICHOLAS BRITT |
16 |
2 |
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LOREN COOKERLY |
16 |
2 |
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TJ MC QUEEN |
16 |
2 |
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RYAN PFENDER |
16 |
2 |
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PHILLIP WESTERGREN |
16 |
2 |
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NICK LUCAS |
17 |
3 |
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ELI WEISS |
17 |
2 |
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ANDY WRIGHT |
17 |
2 |
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PETER BALOTTI |
18 |
2 |
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CJ BUNCH |
18 |
2 |
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MICKUAL GLASS |
18 |
2 |
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MAURICE HORTON |
18 |
2 |
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RYAN MEHAFFEY |
18 |
2 |
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CORY WATTS |
18 |
3 |
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LEE LEWIS |
19 |
2 |
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JOHNNY WOODMANSEE |
19 |
2 |
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WESTON POPE |
20 |
2 |
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MARKUS ASHE |
22 |
2 |
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MJ PETERS |
24 |
2 |
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JOEL MOORE |
30 |
2 |
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JASON BECKLEY |
32 |
2 |
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BMX Australia press release
USA youngster David Herman not only made his first final but won the UCI BMX World Cup Supercross in Adelaide. The 19 year old 'dark horse' of the strong American men’s team blitzed the field beating Latvian. Maris Strombergs. Third was Australian BMX Olympic hopeful, Kamakazi from Queensland. Fellow Australian finalists Luke Madill and Jared Graves finished sixth and eighth respectively.
All top three riders were finalists for the first time and keen to prove that they deserve to be their nation’s chosen riders when the Olympic teams are nominated after the World Championships in Taiyuan in early June.
For Herman, to make a final and win from an outside lane was particularly exciting.
“I slammed my bike on the ground. I was really happy. There was some hugging. I gave Bubba Harris a hug as he made the semi which is good for him. We’re a cheerful group over here,” Herman said.
I am 19 and many people think I am heading for the next Olympics (London). That’s what people think I should be going for but I’m here and I’ve been working hard.”
The main reason I did so well was that I wasn’t expecting to do so well. I wasn’t nervous. I was the most nervous for my first moto and then I was relaxed.”
Surprisingly, Herman was the only USA rider to make the final even though fellow team-mate Donny Robinson claimed the fastest time trail.. Favourites, Robinson and Mike Day (USA) both failed to make the final.
Strombergs was a little disappointed with his second place but it was the Australian, Kamakazi, who received the applause from the large Adelaide crowd.
“I was pretty lucky to get to the final. This is only my second Supercross and first final so I’m thrilled,” smiled Kamakazi.
In the women’s race world number one rider Sarah Walker from New Zealand claimed victory. The 19 year old punched the air at the finish line after a fall in the first race of the day saw her avoid injury.
“I thought I would not be walking off the track after that but my day got better,” Walker said.
My gates hadn’t been good all day. I chose a wide lane and got a free run into the first corner.”
This World Cup Supercross was the first race of the season for the women.
“It has been a long time, I haven't ridden on this sort of track since our last Supercross in October last year,” pointed out Walker.
Second was the improving Arielle Martin from the United States while Canadian rider, Samantha Cools placed third. Australia’s National Champion, Tanya Bailey claimed fourth while team mate, Nicole Callisto finished a creditable seventh.
With the Australian riders backing up next week for the National Championships in Adelaide there is one final Supercross event before the UCI BMX World Championships which marks the end of the Olympic selection races.
by Shane Jenkins
I was disappointed to discover that while I was enjoying the UCI Supercross racing at Adelaide yesterday someone had stolen a Victorian registered BMXBMX number plate from my car which was parked in the showgrounds car park. I don't know how any BMXer could steal from a fellow BMXer.
Those plates mean a lot to me personally as they were a gift. I really don't care who stole it or why I would just like to see it returned.
If any one has any information that will lead to the return of the plate I would greatly appreciate it.
If you stole the plate, simply return it to where you found it (on my car) or drop it into the BMXMAD tent at the track and no questions will be asked.
I am quite willing to pay a small reward for their return.
You can email webmaster@bmxultra.com if you have any information.
by bmxultra.com
Mens finals results
1 David HERMAN USA
2 Maris STROMBERGS LAT
3 KAMAKAZI AUS
4 Michal PROKOP CZE
5 Raymon van der BIEZEN NED
6 Luke MADILL AUS
7 Emilio FALLA ECU
8 Jared GRAVES AUS
Womens finals results
1 Sarah WALKER NZL
2 Arielle MARTIN USA
3 Samantha COOLS CAN
4 Tanya BAILEY AUS
5 Jill KINTNER USA
6 Amanda GEVING USA
7 Nicole CALLISTO AUS
8 Maria Gabriela DIAZ ARG
Intense BMX/Bawls Gurana press release
UCI BMX Supercross Adelaide, Australia
April 12-13 2008 - Round 2 of the 2008 UCI Supercross series headed over to the southern hemisphere in Adelaide, Australia, the 5th largest city in Australia. The Adelaide show grounds is the home of the 2009 BMX World Championships and was a perfect setting for the 2nd round of the Supercross series. The 5 event UCI Supercross series is the 2nd most important event in Olympic Qualifying, just under the World Championships.
Intense BMX/Bawls Gurana team Pro David Herman has had the best season of his young Pro BMX career in 2008, as he currently sits #2 in the ABA Pro points and #5 in the NBL. David traveled to round #1 of the UCI Supercross series in Madrid, Spain last month, where he just missed out on the main event. David set out to do his best in Adelaide, as the weeks before it, he traveled from his home town of Denver, Colorado to the USA Olympic BMX training center in Chula Vista, CA, where the USA has built a replica Supercross track. David spent a few days there, getting used to the giant starting hill and high speeds, as well as the huge gaped jumps that are a Supercross standard.
As practice started, David could tell the trip to Chula Vista paid off, as he felt very comfortable on the track and was riding well. On Saturday, as the time trails would seed the riders for the motos in the event, over 85 riders were on hand to try to qualify for the top 64 spots to move onto the race final. David would finish up 23rd overall and transfer to the finals.
As the race unfolded, David was one of the most consistent riders as he would finish in the top 4 and transfer onto the ¼ finial. Stacked with some of the world’s top riders, as well as many of his fellow USA pros teammates, David placed 4th and went onto the semi final. David would once again have another incredible lap, this time finishing 2nd and making his way to the main event, as the lone USA Pro to do so. As the main event lined up, David was set in gate 8 and had one of his best starts of the night, where he came down the first strait and into the first turn in 2nd place. David was stalking the race leader and was close behind all the way around the track. Going into the last turn, David had made up some ground and was able to pass the race leader and move into the lead and take the biggest race win of his life. This UCI Supercross win propels David as one of the premier Elite Pro riders in the world and will add David to the Team USA BMX race program. David looks forward to the next round in Denmark next month.
The Intense BMX / Bawls Guarana Pro Race team is proudly supported by THE Products, Fly Racing, SINZ Racing Products, Intense Tyre Systems, Shimano, Champion Nutrition, and Ogio.
Intense BMX frames have been the ABA Bike of the year for 2005, 2006, and 2007. The Intense Podium frames come in 15 different sizes. Intense BMX also offers 20 different complete bikes for BMX racing and Dirt/Street. For information on frame geometry, the complete bikes, or any other scoop on Intense BMX, please check out www.intensebmx.com
by bmxultra.com
Gavin D from XBR magazine has sent through a bunch of photos from the practice and time trials at the UCI Supercross in Adealide. Click here to check them out.
by bmxultra.com
The UCI Supercross has finally hit Australian shores at the Wayville Showgrounds in Adelaide in South Australia, the same venue for the 2009 World BMX Championships. The dust has settled on the Tom Ritz built track after day 1 of the event. The track was a little smaller than Supercross tracks of the past due to the restrictions of the indoor venue, but that didn't make it any less technical for the riders, or any less exciting for spectators for that matter. The start hill, standing at 7.2 m tall, is also a little lower and shorter than what riders would expect, and since the track was built to cater for both the male and female classes some of the jumps look small for some of the faster male competitors, while some of the girls struggled. Jamie Gray had a big crash in practice which put him out of racing, fellow Australian's Michael Fenwick and Melissa Mankowski were healthy scratches.
In the elite women Australian Champion, Tanya Bailey, seems to have found her feet again after struggling to make a podium in recent times. She finished up the fastest of the Australian Women qualifying 5th after Jana Horakova, Ariel Martin, Sarah Walker, and Samantha Cools. Former World Champion Gabriela Diaz, and American duo Jill Kitner and Amanda Geving qualified in 6th to 8th places. Other Australian's Nicole Calisto and Lauren Reynolds rounded out the top 10.
In the men's class there's no bigger story than 16 year old local boy Sam Willoughby finished in 17th in a star studded field including the likes of Donny Robinson, Luke Madill, Robert Dewilde, Michal Prokop, Mike Day, Thomas Allier, Bubba Harris, Maris Strombergs, Steve Cisar, Khalen Young, Arturs Matisons and so many more. Sam Willoughby was the early pace setter, but the top quailfying spot changed a number of times through the two qualifying rounds. By the time it was over Donny Robinson ended up on top with Maris Strombergs in the 2 spot and Australia's Luke Madill in 3rd. Bubba Harris continues to show he's on his way back to the top of his game qualifying in 10th, while Ivo Lakucs and Javier Columbo managed to just scrape in to qualify for day 2.
With the women's field narrowed down to 16 riders and the men down to 64, Spectators will be treated to some great racing tomorrow. I personally will be very interested to see how 8 riders will squeeze through the first corner.
Looking for some photos? Check out bmxmania.com.
Time Trial Results
HRVFITNESS press release
The HRVFITNESS jerseys have finally landed; keep an eye out for them at the 2008 Australian titles. Team rider Madison Denholm will be there kicking ass and taking names as he shoots for his second National number one!! Madison has been riding like a mad man the last few months and is looking good to bring home the bacon.
Last years 19+ National champion Olivier Hoarau is currently stuck at home with study commitments and won’t be able to attend this years nationals. But keep an eye out for him in Victoria as he destroys the local competition.
Sponsored by: hrvfitness.com, Avent, Louis Garneau, BMXpress, Body Science, Fox and Kompressorz
Check out www.hrvfitness.com.
Happy Valley BMX Club press release
There will be gate practice at Happy Valley BMX Club, SA on Tuesday 15th April 2008 before the Aussies.
Due to the high volume of interstate and international riders attending the Happy Valley Training session on Tuesday night there will only be gates next Tuesday with modified time sessions as below-
Gates Only - All riders welcome
Sprockets - 6pm - 6.30pm
8yo - 13yo - 6.30pm - 7.15pm
14+ - 7.15pm - 8.15pm
Cost will be $1 per rider - pay at the canteen
Full canteen facilities will be available.
Happy Valley BMX Club is located in Aberfoyle Park in the Happy Valley Sports Complex off Taylors Road West.
Freecaster press release
UCI Supercross World Championship Live on Freecaster.tv
Since it's inaugural Live webcast of a UCI BMX Supercross event in February, the team at Freecaster.tv have been waiting in anticipation for the next fixture.
Round 2 of the UCI SX series comes to you from Adelaide Australia and if the action from Madrid was anything to go by, you wont want to miss this. The world's top 200 BMX racers will be hoping to qualify for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing but only 8 can make it to the final!
The event will be held over two days with the athletes going though grueling time trials and qualifying heats to determine those who will continue on. So only the best of the best will make it to the finals on Sunday.
The race will take place at the Jublilee Hall in Adelaide. An indoor course of monstrous proportions has been designed for this monstrous event. Catch all the best action from the finals on Sunday, April 13 at 13.30 (CEST) on http://freecaster.com/1000002_1004279
For future UCI BMX dates, check the Monster Calendar http://www.freecaster.tv/calendar
GO211 press release
The ABA BMX Super Nationals from Metroplex BMX in Desoto, TX. videos are posted up on GO211.com. In case you were one of the few that missed this "Most Excellent Weekend", you can catch up and watch the weekends festivities at:
http://www.go211.com/u/supernats08
BMX Australia press release
The BMX World Cup Supercross track construction gets underway at 12.01 am Wednesday morning at the Adelaide Showground. The challenge of preparing the 310 metre track in a record 60 hours has organizers working against the clock. The track will be used for the Olympic selection event on the weekend and requires a total of 200 truckloads of sand and clay.
The BMX Beijing Olympic track builder, Tom Ritzenthaler, will be on site to create the unique indoor track which will feature a 7.2 metre start ramp. Time Trial qualifications start on Saturday with racing on Sunday.
Race Format - schedule subject to change
Friday 11th April |
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09.00 - 11.30 |
Registration |
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11.45 - 11.55 |
Riders briefing |
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12.00 - 13.25 |
Elite Men Practice - Group A |
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13.30 - 14.55 |
Elite Men Practice - Group B |
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15.00 - 16.25 |
Elite Women Practice - Group C |
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Saturday 12th April |
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09.00 - 11.00 |
Transponder fitting |
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09.00 - 09.55 |
Elite Women Practice - Group C |
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10.00 - 10.55 |
Elite Men Practice - Group B |
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11.00 - 11.55 |
Elite Men Practice - Group A |
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12.30 - 13.00 |
Elite Women Time trials qualification #1 |
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13.00 - 14.30 |
Elite Men Time trials qualification #1 |
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14.30 - 15.00 |
Elite Women Time trials qualification #2 |
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15.00 - 16.30 |
Elite Men Time trials qualification #2 |
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16.15 - 16.30 |
Team Manager meeting |
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Sunday 13th April |
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12.00 - 12.25 |
Warm up Elite Men |
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12.30 - 12.55 |
Warm up Elite Women |
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13.00 -15.00 |
Elite Men 1/8 Finals 1st round |
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Elite Women 1/4 Finals 1 |
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Elite Men 1/8 Finals 2 |
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Elite Women 1/4 Final 2 |
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Elite Men 1/8 Finals 3 |
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Elite Women 1/4 Final 3 |
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Elite Men Quarterfinal |
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Elite Women Semifinal |
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Elite Men Semfinal |
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16.00 - 16.15 |
Elite Women Final |
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16.15 - 16.30 |
Elite Men final |
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16.45 - 17.00 |
Awards ceremony |
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SE press release
SE Racing is please to announce the addition of David Bittner, Korban Corbett, Brandon Shcreuder and Cole Accord to the Factory Team for the 2008 season.
David Bittner hails from Fresno, CA. Bittner will be sporting the Winged Jersey while competing in the Vet Pro Classes of both the ABA and NBL, keeping the NorCal Pull and tradition alive and well. His addition to the team gives SE added exposure in the Pro Class AND a solid contender for the coveted Vet Pro Titles in both sanctions. When Dave is not working his regular 9-5 as a Finance Manager, you can catch him tearing up the local Fresno Tracks on His 2008 PK Ripper Team Bike.
Korban Corbett is one of two riders picked up from the infamous Inland Empire (Victorville, CA). He will be tearing up the local tracks and national scene in the Older Amateur Classes
(19-27x & 21-25 Cruiser). His decision to come on board gives the winged crew a strong rider in these classes and a solid top 3 podium finisher throughout the year. Expect to see Korban flying his Floval Flyer to the winners circle throughout the year and making us proud! When Korban is not riding trials or tearing up the track you can catch him working at Circuit City in the High Desert and attending college for Graphic Arts.
Brandon Schreuder is the other addition from the 760. Brandon will be sporting the Baby Blue and Silky Chocolate Colors in the 15x and 24” Cruiser Classes. He is a serious threat on and off the track and we expect to be seeing him bringing his 08’ Quad or PK Ripper Team to many top podium finishes. In addition to racing BMX Brandon IS A MOTOCROSS RACING STUD!. He translated his BMX skills and talents and been tearing up the local motocross scene. Don’t be surprised in the near future you hear his name lining up on the gate next to Bubba or Reid on the AMA Series.
Cole Accord is keeping it real for the SE crew out of Sylvester, GA. His will be competing on a Ripper X in the 10 yr old Expert Class. For 2007, this Lil Ripper took a 5th at the Worlds, won the Florida State Title and has been the Georgia State Champion for his age group for the last 3 years. His favorite food is Fried Chicken Salad and his is keeping it real out at the Chehaw BMX Track .
Team STAATS / BB Cycles / Fly press release
Saturday 5th April saw Perth get its monthly rainfall in one day. With round 3 of the Super Series due the following day, people were wondering how the track would hold up. This would be the last opportunity to race before a lot of riders headed to the Nationals.
Sunday saw the sun out, and for the second race in a row, more than 500 nominations for a race meet, with only a few riders going for the “cotton wool” option before the Nationals. While the track looked okay, if it was a horse track, it would be classified as “dead” – but what could you expect after 60mm of rain the day before! A slow dropping gate saw the first 3 pro races end up with at least one rider over the bars, and the lack of line marking on the track made for some interesting lines in the corners!
The STAATS / BB Cycles / Fly race team was back for another event – this race with 4 riders taking part.
Grace McDonald is paying the price for an early birthday, and is still the only 8yo girl racing and was again forced to race with 9 and 10 year old girls. Grace rode strong all day, and made it through to the finals - which was a fantastic effort.
The 11 Boys expert class is one of the tougher in WA, and Doyle Holl made it through the motos to the final without any problems, but an off track excursion meant he would not make the podium this weekend. Doyle will race his first National Titles in Adelaide this month.
With the Nationals getting close, Daniel Cobham chose to stick with one class this weekend – the ultra competitive 13 Boys expert. Daniel piloted the STAATS Pro to 1 – 3 (hitting the gate) – 1 in his moto’s, and sat back for a comfortable second in the semi. An average gate in the final left him in 3rd going into the last corner, and while trying to rail the 1800 corner, the soft track washed all his speed off, and he backed off – finishing 5th. Daniel’s next race will be the National Titles in Adelaide.
The elder member of the team (at 15!), Jaymin King was having his first race on his new STAATS Pro XXL and looked real smooth. Jaymin lined up in the 15 Boys Expert class, and the A-Pro. In the 15’s, Jaymin went 1-6 (another slippery corner while leading) -1 in the moto’s, ensuring a wide lane choice in the finals, and finished second. The A-Pro was a different story – with Jaymin winning all 3 mains! Jaymin is peaking at just the right time and will be hard to beat in Adelaide.
The team is proudly sponsored by STAATS Bicycles, BB Cycles and Fly Racing.
by bmxultra.com
We caught up with Michael Fenwick to see what he has planned for the future. With the Supercross round in his home town of Adelaide and the Australian Championships the following weekend it will be interesting to see if that's just the edge he needs.
Click here to check out the interview.
ABA press release
The American Bicycle Association hosted the Super Nationals this past weekend, March, 27-30 in Desoto, TX. The racing at the Super National event was just that, SUPER! The city of Desoto, TX. and the Metroplex crew really stepped it up with a brand new covered staging addition to the facility being added just for this event. ABA BMX ace track builder, Billy Allen, also built a very challenging track just for this event. This was the third PRO Series event of the year and Metroplex facility has become one of the PRO Riders favorite stops on the tour. The Metroplex BMX facility was the first of it's kind in the world and it has some of the best dirt in the country. The, fans, riders, and industry all come out in full force each year for this event.
With the 2008 Olympic debut just around the corner for BMX racing, the buzz and hype is all around. There is getting to be more and more of the media frenzy at each event. Many of the sports top athletes from around the world were on hand to take a shot at getting some much needed points towards the ABA BMX titles. The 2008 season is shifting into high gear and the fans are loving it! Round three continued to be Danny C.and David Herman show.They were spotted all over the PRO podiums on the weekend. "DR" Donny Robinson made an appearance for the fans in Desoto and nailed down a solid second in AA PRO on day #1. Past 3-time ABA National #1 PRO, Bubba Harris, continued to show the fans he's on the comeback trail. Bubba was seen making some of his pattended swoop moves in the turns and looked great through the rhythm sections. It was great to see Bubba back up on the podium and I expect to see that a lot more from the former champ! Current ABA National #1 PRO, Danny "Easy Money" Caluag, continued his win streak of at least winning one at each of the ABA BMX PRO series stops. "Easy Money" brought home his third AA PRO win of the season on day one. Day #2 saw Danny C. in the main but some tough racing kept him off the box. Danny is proving once again his ABA National #1 PRO tile was no fluke! Day #2 saw Kyle Bennett take his first AA PRO win of the year. Kyle looks to be making a very strong bid for the USA's first ever BMX Olympic team. Kyle seems to be on a mission and on track to be in China in 2008. One things for sure, Kyle is one exciting guy to watch! David Herman put in another solid ride on day #2 with a second for the day and his performance for the weeknd also moved him up to 2nd in the ABA BMX PRO points battle charts behind team mate Danny C. Day #2 also saw Randy Stumpfhauser back on the podium. Randy looked to be one of the fastest guys all weekend. Which was a surprise considering he was just coming off a bad injury. Stumpy is about as solid as they come in the PRO ranks and you can never count the guy out for a win.
On the Ladies side we saw the return of ABA National #1 ladies PRO Alise Post. Everyone was excited to see the showdown between Alise and Dominique Daniels. And the ladies didn't disappoint the fans! They battled out all weekend long and the Metroplex stands were going crazy! Alise showed why she's #1 and stood on top of the box both days. Dominique stayed strong and should she know "rookie" taking home a 2nd and 3rd for the weekend. Day #1 saw Amanda Geving on the box with a solid 3rd. Day #2 saw another rookie PRO sensation Rachel Luna finish up the day with a solid 2nd. The ladies racing has really stepped it up over the last couple of years and the new crop of younger woman is very promissing for more excitement to come.
Pro Cruiser was the ABA National #1 PRO Cruiser rider Danny C., Kenth Fallen, and Tyler Brown battling out this weekend. These three went at it toe to toe and when the dust settled it was Tyler Brown with a one, two for the weekend. Danny C. had a bad crash on day #1's main event, but he came back strong on day #2 win another big win. Kenth Fallen hung tough with a two and three for the weekend. Mike GUL should he can still hang with the big boys and nailed down a 3rd on day #1. The PRO Cruiser battle charts have really tightened up and it should be a very interesting season to see who comes out on top.
Vet Pro was one heck of a show between Fallen, Street, and Tim Dinger. Kenth Fallen continued to show he`s the man to beat in Vet PRO right. Kenth picked up the VET PRO win both days and now looks to be stretching out his points lead for the season. Chad Street looked as fast as ever and was all over Kenth most of the weekend. Chad had some bad luck come main time, but many of fans were calling the home town boy for a win. Chad was able to bring home a 2nd and 3rs for the weekend. Onther rider that continues to impress is the skinny kid out of North Carolina. Tim Dinger has some blazing speed and skills to pay the bills. Many say Dinger made the move of the weekend when Chad Street went down in turn two in front of Dinger and Tim just bunny hopped him and didn't miss a beat on the track. It was a very impressive piece of riding I must say. Both Street and Dinger look to be title contender come ABA Grands time!
The ABA, the city of Desoto, TX. and the entire Metroplex crew would like to thank all the participants, families, teams, sponsors, and BMX industry for helping make the Desoto, TX. event such a huge success!
Rider ABA BMX PRO wins after Super Nationals –
AA PRO
Danny "Easy Money" Caluag – Intense/BAWLS – 3
Kyle Bennett - Free Agent - 1
Cristian Becerine - Free Agent - 1
Khalen Young - Haro Bicycles - 1
Woman’s PRO
"Demolition" Dominique Daniels– Intense/Phantom/On-Trac – 3
Alise "The Beast" Post- Formula - 2
Stephanie Barragan – 1
PRO CRUISER
Danny "Easy Money" Caluag – Intense/BAWLS – 3
Kenth Fallen - Supercross - 1
Tyler Brown - Supercross - 1
Paul Lange – Redman/Rockstar – 1
VET PRO
Kenth Fallen – Supercross - 5
Dale Holmes – Free Agent – 1
2008 Pro Standing through Super Nationals
AA PRO VET PRO |
A 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 ) 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)
Without their support, we couldn't make the 2008 ABA racing season such a huge success. Support the sponsors that support ABA BMX racing.
DEATH-DEFYING STUNT-FILLED TRIBUTE IS THE
MUST-OWN DVD FOR ALL FANS OF EXTREME SPORTS
ARRIVING ON DVD MAY 27, 2008
New York, NY— BMX legend Mat Hoffman and Jackass’s Johnny Knoxville bring you a fittingly over-the-top tribute to an American icon when JACKASS PRESENTS: MAT HOFFMAN’S TRIBUTE TO EVEL KNIEVEL arrives on DVD May 27, 2008 from MTV Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment. This outrageous tribute features some of the biggest names in extreme sports attempting stunts that will blow your mind. In addition, the DVD is filled with brand new, uncensored bonus features including behind-the-scenes footage, a Mat Hoffman career retrospective and more. DVD also includes exclusive material available only on the DVD such as Johnny Knoxville’s hospital visit and a tattoo montage. The DVD is a worthy tribute to Evel Knievel, the man whose stunts inspired a Jackass generation.
Synopsis:
Working in conjunction with BMX legend Mat Hoffman and some of the best stunt riders in the world, Johnny Knoxville hosts a super stunt spectacular in homage to the late, great Evel Knievel. A few of the guys that step up and risk life and limb in the spirit of the world famous daredevil include Travis Pastrana, Scott Palmer, Allan Cooke, Davin "Psycho" Halford, Trigger Gumm and Jeff "Harley" Schneider, all of whom attempt a number of ridiculous stunts worthy of making television history.
Double A Marketing/BMX Pros.com press release
ABA Super Nationals / USAC National Championships
Round 3 of the 2008 ABA Pro Series, the ABA Super Nationals was held in conjunction with the 2008 USA Cycling National Championships at the Desoto BMX Track. The Desoto BMX facility is one of the nicest BMX arenas in the USA and it made for some great racing for both the ABA event and the USAC National Championships. This was the 2nd year for the USAC National Championships and this year it has become part of the Olympic Selection events for the Elite Men. The ABA race series is moving into full swing and this weekend would be another important stop for the riders who are looking to win the ABA #1 year end title. The Double A Marketing riders are all looking to do just that, and here is how they finished up at this weekends event:
Kyle Bennett has been the most consistent racer of 2008 and has his long term goal of the 2008 Olympics looking to become a reality in the next few months. Kyle has won all the important races in the USA for the Olympic selection so far this season and at the USAC National Championships, he kept that streak alive. Kyle won the Elite Men's class on Saturday night, adding another title to his impressive list, as well as more points towards becoming the automatic selection athlete for team USA. Kyle kept the wining streak going, as he won on Day 2 of the ABA Super Nationals. Kyle's Sponsors include Free Agent, FLY Racing, UGP, Shimano, GO211.com, Bombshell, Sun Ringle, Kenda, Thomson, KHS, S & M bars, Cyto Sport, and ORP.
Danny Caluag has already had an impressive start to the 2008 ABA season with 2 AA Pro wins in 4 ABA Pro Races. Danny looked to continue his successful ABA Pro season at day 1 of the ABA Super Nationals. Danny did just that, as he took home another huge AA Pro win at the end of the night. On Saturday, at the USAC National Championship, Danny once again was in the Pro main event. Danny rode a great lap and just missed out on the win, finishing 2nd overall in Elite Men. On Sunday, Danny was back atop the Podium again, this time in Pro Cruiser. Danny also once again was in the AA Pro Main event, where he placed 5th overall. Danny's sponsors include Intense BMX, Bawls Gurana, FLY Racing, Shimano, THE Products, OGIO, SINZ, Go211.com, Group D, Oakley, Thomson, Intense Tyre Systems, Cyto Sport, and BMXpros.com
Randy Stumpfhauser has had a rough start of the 2008 season, with an injury he suffered at the opening round of the UCI Supercross race series in Spain. Randy is just getting back to form from that injury and made his way back to the Podium on Sunday at the Super Nationals. Randy finished up 3rd overall and looked impressive all weekend, letting his fans know he is back on track and looking for a 2008 Pro title. Randy's sponsors include GT Bicycles, Bombshell, ODI, Tangent, Fly Racing, Sinz, Shimano, GO211.com, OGIO, Cyto Sport, Power Bar, SDG, Toolshed, Sharp, and BMXPros.com
Cristian Becerine was in Desoto to race his way into the main events at the Super Nationals and he did just that. On Friday, Cristian was in the main event but wound up 8th overall. On Sunday, he was once again in the main and this time finished up 6th for the day. The results may not sound utterly impressive, but just to be in the AA Pro main event these days takes all the skill and speed few riders have. Cristian's sponsors include Free Agent, KHS, Fly Racing, SINZ, Kenda, THE Products, ODI, Sun Ringle, Shimano, Powerbar, Cyto Sport, S & M bars, OGIO, Thomson, andBMXpros.com
Double A Marketing is the original and premier BMX Racing Sports Marketing agency in the world. We proudly represent Cristian Becerine, Kyle Bennett, Danny Caluag, 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.
Team ABD press release
During the Easter weekend, the New Zealand BMX Championships were held and this year at North Avon, Christchurch – which is in the South Island.
This was the first nationals in NZ to have the random gate, which went down well with all most riders. The start hill was very flat, but had a fast first straight. Team ABD was out in force with team signings, media interviews and great racing.
Sarah Walker was unbeatable all weekend, with a good lead up to some major events coming this year. Victoria Hill was close on her tail in most races, showing that as a young junior she has some potential as she heads to the World Champs.
Auckland’s master veteran, Richard Mclachlan riding only his cruiser this weekend and first time back into the age group. He had a great win to add to his list of national titles over the last 22 years. Shane Eady backed up his last year’s number two with another one this year in a tough age group of 16 year old boys.
Taranaki’s Rhys Telford in Elite Men had an amazing race, with Marc Willers winning from start to finish; the other riders were fighting it out behind. Rhys got a great start and popped himself into third, but having some trouble holding this going into the third straight, got passed and had to settle for sixth.
#1 Sarah Walker – Elite Women’s Cruiser
#1 Sarah Walker – Elite Women’s
#1 Richard Mclachlan – 35-39 Cruiser
#2 Victoria Hill – Elite Women’s
#2 Shane Eady – 16 Boys
#6 Rhys Telford – Elite Men
bmxultra.com press release
Once again bmxultra.com and One Bicycles have joined forces and will be debuting the new bmxultra.com/One Bicycles jersey at the Australian BMX Championships later this month.
The team will be out in full force with team manager Shane Jenkins heading up Scooby Guyers, Jamie Bullows, Brandan Bullows and Matt Butterworth.
US riders will see Jason Bergstrom hitting up US tracks in his new jersey soon.
The team jersey includes the bmxultra.com and One Bicycles logos as well as co-sponsors Supercross, Dirt, Answer, THE, Sun Ringle, Profile and Tektro.
These will be available to the public to purchase very soon from www.onebicycles.com however the team jerseys will be slightly different to what you can buy. They are still customisable with riders name on the back and country flags on the shoulders. The world team riders have world team on the collar, co sponsored riders have bmxultra.com on the collar. The jerseys that are available to the public will be identified by a One Bicycles logo on the collar. Subtle but allows us to give our riders the recognition they deserve.
We would like to thank One Bicycles for their on going support and making this possible.
The bmxultra.com team is proudly supported by One Bicycles, Supercross, Dirt, Answer, THE, Sun Ringle, Profile and Tektro.
One Bicycles, Dirt, THE, Sun Ringle and Profile are distributed in Australia by Elite Cycle Imports.
BMXPress press release
It’s on again this year, the BMXPRESS 6th Annual Gold Cup Awards.
Complete the nomination form and mail it into BMXPRESS Magazine for a chance to win a Redline Bike.
Nominations close April 16. If we have missed a nomination for any category, insert them and submit. The more times you enter, the more chance you have of winning the Redline bike. Photocopies welcome.
The awards night is in conjunction with BMXA Champbikx and Probikx awards night on Sunday evening April 20th after the Aussies. It is the official after party.
The venue this year will be at the showgrounds and tickets are to be purchased via BMXA.
[Editor: Don't forget to vote for bmxultra.com as the team, bmxultra.com co-sponsored rider Adam Carey for your favourite elite and our sponsor One Bicycles for the bike of the year.]
Intense BMX/Bawls Guarana press release
ABA Super Nationals / USAC National Championships
Desoto, Texas March 28-30. 2008
Round 3 of the 2008 ABA Pro Series, the ABA Super Nationals was held in conjunction with the 2008 USA Cycling National Championships at the Desoto BMX Track. The Desoto BMX facility is one of the nicest BMX arenas in the USA. This was the 2nd year for the USAC National Championships and this year it has become part of the Olympic Selection events for the Elite Men.
Danny Caluag, the 2007 ABA #1 AA and Pro Cruiser rider has already had an impressive start to the 2008 ABA season with 2 AA Pro wins in 4 ABA Pro Races. Danny looked to continue his successful ABA Pro season at day 1 of the ABA Super Nationals. Danny did just that, as he not only easily made his way into the AA Pro Main event, but he took home another huge AA Pro win at the end of the night. On Saturday, at the USAC National Championship, Danny once again was in the Pro main event. Danny rode a great lap and just missed out on the win, finishing 2nd overall in Elite Men. On Sunday, Danny was back atop the Podium again, this time in Pro Cruiser. Danny also once again was in the AA Pro Main event, where he placed 5th overall. This capped off another great weekend for Danny.
David Herman, the 2007 ABA rookie Pro of the year, has also had a great start of the 2008 season, as he currently sits in 2nd place in the ABA Pro ranks. On Friday, David made the AA Pro main event and finished up 4th overall for the day. On Saturday, David was on his way into the main event at the USAC Championships, but a last turn crash while leading the semi ended his day. David came back more determined on Sunday, and his 2nd place in the AA Pro Main event shows that this young Pro has what it takes to be one of the best.
Both riders look forward to the upcoming events. First they will head over to the NBL Pacific Coast Nationals in Southern California on April 5-6 for NBL Pro Series event and then on Sunday night, they depart to Round #2 of the 2008 UCI Supercross series in Adelaide, Australia.
The Intense BMX / Bawls Guarana Pro Race team is proudly supported by THE Products, Fly Racing, SINZ Racing Products, Intense Tyre Systems, Shimano, and Ogio.
Intense BMX race frames, the ABA Bike of the year for 2005, 2006, and 2007 comes in 15 different frame Sizes and 2 different colors. Intense BMX also offers 19 different complete bikes for BMX racing, BMX riding, and Dirt and Street. For information on frame geometry, the complete line of the Intense BMX Complete bikes, or any other scoop on Intense BMX, please check out www.intensebmx.com
BMX Australia press release
For the first time the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup presented by Swatch will head “Down Under” to the southern hemisphere when the second round gets underway in Adelaide, South Australia on the 12-13 April. As BMX racing nears its debut at the Beijing 2008 Olympics all countries the race to qualify riders is heating up.
With country ranking nearing the cut-off at the end of May all nations will try to qualify in the top rankings at the Adelaide round.and aim to take a maximum number of riders to Beijing.
The Adelaide Showground treats spectators to a ring-side seat as riders start from a steep 7.2 metre ramp coupled with large jumps and tight turns. The competition in South Australia is the first international BMX event for the ‘Cycling State’ which hosts the Tour Down Under, a part of the UCI Pro Tour calendar. In 2009 the UCI BMX World Championships will also be held in Adelaide.
Round one winner Arturs Matisons (LAT) currently leads the series with current world ranked number one, Marc Willers (NZL), hot on his heals. World Champion, Kyle Bennett (USA) will be one of many strong American riders along with the fastest time trial qualifier from the Madrid Supercross, Mike Day (USA). Last year’s overall winner of the Supercross Series, Robert “Afro-Bob” De Wilde (NED) bowed out in the semi-final in Madrid. as did Australia's Luke Madill after qualifying third fastest in Madrid. Queensland's Jared Graves and Kamakazi will look to improve their chances on home soil. A return to the World Cup Supercross by Perth’s Khalen Young is anticipated after Young won the first Supercross World Cup in Madrid last season.
This round is the first Supercross event for women the season with a strong contingent from France expected. Last year's World Cup series winner, Laetitia le Corguille (FRA), will be tested by current world number one Sarah Walker (NZL). Two former mountain champions, Anne-Caroline Chausson (FRA) and Jill Kintner (USA) are displaying good form while Australia’s own Nicole Callisto is expected to better her fifth place in the World Cup series last year. Australia’s National Champion, Tanya Bailey will aim to make another final alongside up and coming Australian riders Krystal Cranfield, Melissa Mankowski and Ziggy Callan.
Before the Beijing 2008 Olympics there is only one remaining UCI BMX Supercross World Cup for men and women in Copenhagen and the final Olympic qualification will end with the 2008 UCI BMX World Championships in Taiyuan, China from 29 May – 1 June.
Following the Olympics there are only two remaining UCI BMX Supercross World Cups in Salt Lake City (USA) 10-12 September and Fréjus (France) 10-11 October.
Racing will be shown on www.freecaster.com
