Double A Marketing press release
Randy Stumpfhauser wins the ABA #1 Pro Title
Danny Caluag wins the ABA #1 Pro Cruiser Title
The 2009 ABA Grand Nationals will go down in history as one of the best ABA
events ever and the Pro Title race was one of the best as well. With 3 Pros going
into the Grands with a mathematical chance at the title, the drama would unveil
over the course of the Thanksgiving weekend in Tulsa. Race Action would kick off
for the Pros on Friday, as they would duke it out for last chance points during the
ABA Pro Spectacular. To start the weekend off on a high note, Randy
Stumpfhauser won the ABA Golden Crank Award for the Pro of the year title,
voted on by the members of the ABA.
Randy came into the weekend sitting just 7 points behind the top spot, held by
Maris Stromburgs. Randy would need to make the main event and finish 2nd
overall to gain some points towards the title. Things didn’t work out for Randy, as
he missed out on the main event. Kyle Bennett, who sat 3rd overall in the title
chase wound up taking the win and putting the pressure on Randy and Maris.
This lead for the title chase was tight among the top 3 pros going into the Grands
and all 3 riders looked strong and made their way into the stacked AA Pro Main
event on Sunday afternoon. To add to the drama, all 3 riders were right next to
each other on the gate in the main events.
As the Gate fell in round 1, it was Maris in 2nd for most of the lap, with Randy and
Kyle just behind. Maris would go onto make a late pass to take the win, with Kyle
finishing 4th and Randy in 5th.
Round 2 would change things drastically, as Kyle would take the win, Randy
placing 2nd and Maris stuck back in 7th place.
Round 3 would decide the year-end title. If Randy beat Maris and finished no
more than 2 spots behind Kyle, then he would get the title. Once again Kyle took
the lead, but Randy was stalking him down the entire race. Maris was just behind
in 3rd. As the lap came to an end, the three riders up for the title would finish in
that order, giving the fans a great show. When the points were tallied up, it was
Kyle with the win for the day and Randy the biggest 2nd of his Pro Career, as it
was enough points to take the overall ABA #1 Pro title. This was Randy’s first ABA
AA #1 Pro title. Randy has won the ABA #1 Pro Cruiser title 5 times in the past.
Randy’s sponsors include GHP, Troy Lee Designs, SINZ Racing, GO211.com,
Rhythm, Tioga, THE, and BMXpros.com
Danny Caluag was looking to make it 3 in a row, as he once again was going
after the ABA Pro Cruiser title. Things started off great for Danny, as he won the
Friday Pro Cruiser event, helping him expand his overall lead for the title. On
Sunday, Danny lined up for the Pro Cruiser main event, knowing that a top 3
finish would give him his 3rd ABA #1 Pro Cruiser title. Danny did just that, finishing
3rd for the day and securing his 3rd ABA Pro Cruiser title.
Danny’s sponsors include Intense BMX, Bawls Guarana, THE Products, SINZ
Racing, GO211.com, Shimano, FLY Racing, Skull Candy, and BMXpros.com
Double A Marketing is the original BMX Racing Sports Marketing agency in the world. We proudly represent Cristian Becerine, 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
GO211.com press release
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
GO211 and the ABA are here to make your holiday weekend extra special with a 3 Day Live Webcast of the ABA Grand Nationals. Day 1 of the race starts on Friday November 27th at 8:00 am (est). The action continues on November 28th at 8:30 am. Tune in on Sunday, November 29th at 9:00 am, for the final day of races and the 2009 Title Ceremony.
Known as the "Greatest Race On Earth" the 2009 Grand Nationals is geared up to put on a great display of racing, entertainment, and excitement. The best riders in the world, including GO211 Athletes Donny Robinson, Randy Stumpfhauser, Danny Caluag, Tim Dinger, Joey Bradford, and Alise Post are gathering at the Tulsa Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The 2009 ABA Titles will be awarded this weekend, so fans won't want to miss any of the championship races. During the LIVE webcast fans can chat with each other in the GO211 Chat Room and also watch from their cell phones with GO211 Mobile. Visit go211.mobi on your mobile device and enjoy the webcast on the go.
Friday Nov. 27th: 8:00 am (est)
Saturday Nov. 28th: 8:30 am (est)
Sunday Nov. 29th: 9:00 am (est)
http://www.go211.com/army/abagrandnationals2009/
bmxultra.com/Phirebird press release
bmxultra.com and Phirebird have teamed up to produce one of the coolest T-shirts in BMX to date. This T-shirt is a must have for BMX fans, and a great gift for under the Christmas tree.
The bmxultra.com T-shirts have been printed and designed by Phirebird Design Co. “Bringing style back into BMX” and sold exclusively through Shoppe79seventy which is an online shoppe for Racers, BMX fans or hoarders that just can’t help themselves.
Each month a new BMX Design will be released on Shoppe79seventy for delivery to your door with more cool products coming soon.
Shoppe79seventy use only PayPal to guarantee the most secure online purchase for their customers...
bmxultra.com began in 1996 and keeps the racing community up to date with the latest BMX news, product reviews and a whole lot more. It also hosts the BSX, a one-on-one race/charity event, every year. bmxultra.com also hosts Australia's most active online BMX forum with more than 1,100 active members.
The price is $25.95 + $7.00 FREIGHT (Australia Wide). That's only $32.95 delivered to your door! That’s if you only buy one T! The more you buy the better it works out!
Support those who support BMX and better still $5.00 from every T-shirt goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
The t-shirts are available now and only from Shoppe79seventy.com.
NBL press release
Former Private Enterprise Services Expert to Build NBL’s Future and Its Vision to Support the BMX Racing World
HILLIARD, OH. — Gary Aragon, of GJ Aragon Consulting, enterprise services experts, was appointed by a unanimous board vote to assume the newly created role of Chief Executive Officer of the National Bicycle League, Inc.
Mr. Aragon will serve as the NBL’s primary executive and chief spokesperson for the organization. In addition, his responsibilities will include the implementation of the new strategic plan nearing completion by the board.
In making the announcement, Darol Carr, Chairman of the Board said: “Gary is the right executive to move NBL into the next phase of its evolution. At GJ Aragon Consulting, he had a successful history of implementing transformative and creative solutions — helping to make his clientele highly successful. He’s a solutions expert with a stellar reputation and proven track record. We are privileged to have him help formulate and implement this next stage of the NBL, as its members and the sport continue to grow and our mission expands. He’ll also be valuable in helping NBL determine the optimal structure for the league as we move into the future of BMX.”
Gary Aragon said: “I’m very excited about the opportunities presented in leading the NBL. The NBL has a brilliant future ahead, and I am thrilled to be working with such a talented group of people. I am especially pleased to work for an organization that is focused on and dedicated to the exciting world of BMX. The current team has created an excellent point from which to grow the organization, and the new plan, once in place, will truly advance BMX racing as the world-class sport it is.”
Bob Tedesco, one of the initial founders of the organization, added: “When I first flew in to meet with Gary to discuss this opportunity, I knew right away that he understood the vision and mission of our organization. After some discussion, I could tell that he was ready to help us expand that vision even further and bring us to that next level we want to get to.”
Gary Aragon was a principal at GJ Aragon Consulting, serving clientele from the public and private sectors in enterprise solutions, including finance, operations, sales, marketing, technology and human resources. There, Mr. Aragon was able to assist clients with a unique skill set that brought creative solutions to difficult and challenging situations.
Mr. Aragon sits on the boards of several organizations with a mission to help children and is the President of the Bartow Adoptive and Foster Parent Association of Georgia. He is a graduate of Florida International University.
by bmxultra.com
We've been playing around with the Tachyon XC Helmet Camera, a nice training tool or just for fun, this is a great little toy for tech fans. Click here to check out the review.
by bmxultra.com
BSX2010, a Royal Children's Hospital fund raiser, will be on again on Monday 18 January 2010.
It will be the fifth running of the one on one backyard BMX race.
SE Bikes are a big supporter of BSX, and were a gold partner in 2008, they will be back again in 2010 and supplying a whole bunch of goodies for raffles and auctions, including;
Don't forget you have to be there on the day to win these an a whole lot of other great prizes.
Riding sessions coming soon
With all the rain over the weekend I used to opportunity to make some track changes, they are nearly complete but will require some tweaks and a whole lot of riding. Keep your eye out for riding sessions coming up over the next 2 months, we are really going to need your help to get the track dialled in.
BSX2009 DVDs
We finally finished off the BSX2009 DVD. The DVD is loaded with over 40 minutes of BSX action along with a rockin' all Australian Poison City Records soundtrack. They are available for $20+ postage. Email webmaster@bmxultra.com for payment details. A great Christmas gift for any BMX fan.
Posters
We are proud to annouce that Alienation will be the BSX2010 naming rights partners. There will be thousands of dollars in Alienation products only available at the Alienation BSX in January. You have to be there to score the goodies, so mark your diaries and parents should submit their leave forms the fifth running of the BSX is going to be a whole lot of fun.
Track
We have big plans for track changes over the coming months, if you are able to help swing a shovel, drive a bobcat or just help ride the track and roll the new changes in then keep an eye out for up coming working bees.
Volunteers needed
We will also need some new volunteers for administration leading up to the event as well as running the event on the day. Jobs include parking attendants, ticket sales on the gate, taking entries, selling raffle tickets, manning the silent auctions, track maintenance and so on.
Riders
We have already had verbal confirmation that Aussie BMX legend and Olympian Luke Madill
is planning on coming. If you are interested in the event drop us an email webmaster@bmxultra.com to help us determine how many riders to expect, we would need to know what class you would like to ride (Open men, Open women or 30 & Over Open wheel) where you are from (City/State) and your name. Generally we end up with 32 riders in the Open mens class, about 12 in the 30 & Over open wheel and 2-4 Open women. But there is plenty of room for more.
Partnership opportunities
If you would like to be involved in BSX2010 we will have partnership packages available soon, email webmaster@bmxultra.com for details. Basically we are looking for donations or products for auctions/raffles. 100% of profits raised will go directly to the Royal Children's Hospital.
BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
XBR Magazine (www.xbr.com.au)
Airsho
Silver Partners
ECI (www.eciimports.com)
Bronze Partner
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Chris Van Winden Paints (CVP)
Supercross BMX (www.supercrossbmx.com)
SE Bikes (
For more information see bmxultra.com/bsx
About BSX
BSX (Bicycle Supercross) is one-on-one sprint trails style racing on a backyard track built specifically to test a rider's skills. The short straights, lofty jumps and tight corners are very intense under race conditions but also fun for competitors and create quite a lot of entertainment for spectators. The event provides a unique experience for the local Victorian riders, as well as the interstate and international visitors during an off day of the Track Attack series. The events primary function is to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. In just four years the event has raised approximately $15,000 which has provided the hospital with new equipment. Funds have been raised through gate takings, raffles, auctions and donations.
About the Royal Children's Hospital
'The Royal Children's Hospital is the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and provides a full range of clinical services and health promotion and prevention programs for infants through to adolescents. Each year the Royal Children's Hospital treats tens of thousands of children through our Emergency Department, inpatient admissions and outpatient visits. The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation plays a vital role in providing additional funding to support important research projects and purchase state of the art medical equipment to ensure that every child receives the very best treatment now and into the future.
BMX Victoria press release
The Victorian State BMX Championships will be held at the Eastfield BMX Track this weekend it was thought that the track would be in good condition on Tuesday and the track would be open for the evening. However, due to the constant heavy rain at Eastfield BMX Club and the damage it has done, the track will remain closed now until Friday's official practice.
There will be no gates or riding at all this Tuesday night.
by bmxultra.com
BSX2010, a Royal Children's Hospital fund raiser, will be on again on Monday 18 January 2010.
It will be the fifth running of the one on one backyard BMX race.
What do Olympian Luke Madill, Professional Wrestler Joey Russell Junior, MC Weapon X and Glam Rocker Julez C. Mephisto have in common? They are all rumoured to be competing at BSX2010.
Since there's no racing on in Victoria this weekend we'll be staying at Pheasant Creek and working on the BSX track and getting some riding in on Sunday November 22. If you would like to get a sneak peek at the track changes and get some early practice before BSX email webmaster@bmxultra.com for details.
BSX2009 DVDs
We finally finished off the BSX2009 DVD. The DVD is loaded with over 40 minutes of BSX action along with a rockin' all Australian Poison City Records soundtrack. They are available for $20+ postage. Email webmaster@bmxultra.com for payment details. A great Christmas gift for any BMX fan.
Posters
We are proud to annouce that Alienation will be the BSX2010 naming rights partners. There will be thousands of dollars in Alienation products only available at the Alienation BSX in January. You have to be there to score the goodies, so mark your diaries and parents should submit their leave forms the fifth running of the BSX is going to be a whole lot of fun.
Track
We have big plans for track changes over the coming months, if you are able to help swing a shovel, drive a bobcat or just help ride the track and roll the new changes in then keep an eye out for up coming working bees.
Volunteers needed
We will also need some new volunteers for administration leading up to the event as well as running the event on the day. Jobs include parking attendants, ticket sales on the gate, taking entries, selling raffle tickets, manning the silent auctions, track maintenance and so on.
Riders
We have already had verbal confirmation that Aussie BMX legend and Olympian Luke Madill
is planning on coming. If you are interested in the event drop us an email webmaster@bmxultra.com to help us determine how many riders to expect, we would need to know what class you would like to ride (Open men, Open women or 30 & Over Open wheel) where you are from (City/State) and your name. Generally we end up with 32 riders in the Open mens class, about 12 in the 30 & Over open wheel and 2-4 Open women. But there is plenty of room for more.
Partnership opportunities
If you would like to be involved in BSX2010 we will have partnership packages available soon, email webmaster@bmxultra.com for details. Basically we are looking for donations or products for auctions/raffles. 100% of profits raised will go directly to the Royal Children's Hospital.
BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
XBR Magazine (www.xbr.com.au)
Airsho
Silver Partners
ECI (www.eciimports.com)
Bronze Partner
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Chris Van Winden Paints (CVP)
Supercross BMX (www.supercrossbmx.com)
For more information see bmxultra.com/bsx
About BSX
BSX (Bicycle Supercross) is one-on-one sprint trails style racing on a backyard track built specifically to test a rider's skills. The short straights, lofty jumps and tight corners are very intense under race conditions but also fun for competitors and create quite a lot of entertainment for spectators. The event provides a unique experience for the local Victorian riders, as well as the interstate and international visitors during an off day of the Track Attack series. The events primary function is to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. In just four years the event has raised approximately $15,000 which has provided the hospital with new equipment. Funds have been raised through gate takings, raffles, auctions and donations.
About the Royal Children's Hospital
'The Royal Children's Hospital is the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and provides a full range of clinical services and health promotion and prevention programs for infants through to adolescents. Each year the Royal Children's Hospital treats tens of thousands of children through our Emergency Department, inpatient admissions and outpatient visits. The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation plays a vital role in providing additional funding to support important research projects and purchase state of the art medical equipment to ensure that every child receives the very best treatment now and into the future.
Champion System Australia press release
Mooloolaba QLD, Australia – Champion System Australia’s Operations Manager, Chris Reynolds, has announced that Caroline Buchanan – Current 4X World Champion, 11 x Australian BMX Champion, 6 x Australian MTB Champion, 3 x Australian MTB rider of the year and 2007 BMX Cyclist of the year – has signed to an exclusive race clothing deal.
Reynolds said “Champion System Australia is proud to be associated with Caroline – she is an excellent ambassador for her sport and her achievements thus far are phenomenal. We look forward to helping her achieve her goals in 2010 and beyond”
Caroline will be wearing Champion System’s Custom BMX/Downhill Jerseys and custom BMX/Downhill Shorts and Pants during her hectic race schedule for 2010. Racing includes the UCI BMX rounds and UCI Supercross World Cup events all over the globe.
bmxultra.com/Phirebird press release
bmxultra.com and Phirebird have teamed up to produce one of the coolest T-shirts in BMX to date. This T-shirt is a must have for BMX fans, and a great gift for under the Christmas tree.
The bmxultra.com T-shirts have been printed and designed by Phirebird Design Co. “Bringing style back into BMX” and sold exclusively through Shoppe79seventy which is an online shoppe for Racers, BMX fans or hoarders that just can’t help themselves.
Each month a New BMX Design will be released on Shoppe79seventy for delivery to your door with more cool products coming soon.
Shoppe79seventy use only PayPal to guarantee the most secure online purchase for their customers...
bmxultra.com began in 1996 and keeps the racing community up to date with the latest BMX news, product reviews and a whole lot more. It also hosts the BSX, a one-on-one race/charity event, every year. bmxultra.com also hosts Australia's most active online BMX forum with more than 1,100 active members.
Support those who support BMX and better still $5.00 from every T-shirt goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
Don't forget the t-shirts will be available from the 26th of November and only from Shoppe79seventy.com.
by bmxultra.com
BMX racing legend, Dale Holmes, from over at Free Agent sent us this really cool link to the Free Agent Team Video, check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/user/evolvingproductions
by Todd Lyons (SE Racing)
Hey,
Just a quick heads up that myself, & other SE riders, Javier Colombo & Fernando Sabat will be on the Street Customs TV show across USA on Nov 19th at 8pm EST & PST. We took Ryan & Big Dane & crew out of their car customization shop & took them down to the local BMX track to see how rad they could get. Needless to say, I think they’ll be sticking to cars. Ha ha. Check the show this Thursday night to see.
http://www.westcoastcustoms.com/streetcustoms/index.html
http://turbo.discovery.com/street-customs/street-customs.html
Morphine Industries press release
Morphine Industries announces that it has teamed up with Haro Bikes to outfit its riders with the hottest BMX frames in the industry. “We are hyped to add Haro Bikes to our already strong team of factory sponsors. We are eager to represent their brand and be part of their aggressive push back to the forefront of BMX race,” states Jonathan Reeves, Morphine Industries.
We are stoked to team up with Morphine Industries for 2010 and beyond. With our team based out of the west coast and Morphine's out of the east, it makes for the perfect brand representation. The flashiest teams at the races riding the best frame on the market. We're pumped!, adds Derek Betcher, Haro Bikes.
The Morphine Industries factory team will be riding the new highly anticipated, Race Lite Frames.
The new Race Light frames will continue to provide our riders with the edge and attitude that is customary to Morphine Industries.
In addition to the Race Light Frame, Morphine Industries street riders will be rockin’ the CONVERT, Haro Bikes top-end street frame. The street guys are known for their big bomb drops and smooth street antics which will be a great background to show off the Haro brand.
We look forward to a great long-lasting relationship with Haro Bikes as the Morphine Industries riders make their mark on the BMX community.
Be sure to check out Morphine Industries Factory Riders at the ABA Grands as they flash their new whips.
by bmxultra.com
We have been working with the guys from Phirebird to put together a limited edition bmxultra.com t-shirt, a perfect Christmas present. There will only be 100 of the t-shirts printed and $5 from the sale of each t-shirt will go to the Royal Children's Hospital. We don't have a final design to show you yet, but it won't be too far away.
The design includes the BSX track, a couple of riders and a subtle homage to the Black Saturday fires.
Details on how you can buy your t-shirt will be available soon.
by bmxultra.com
We have been checking out the Kuwahara Laserlite Team, click here to check out the review.
STAY STRONG press release
That's right folks you read it correctly Eddy King the Diamondback LEGEND of BMX's glorious 80's era is now making a comback to racing at this years ABA Grands in Tulsa OK this month. Look out for Eddy in the 41 and over Expert class dressed head to toe in the yellow and black colours of STAY STRONG.
Eddy made the trip out to Riverside CA this past weekend with Freeagent TM Dale Holmes to meet STEPHEN MURRAY at his home and personally collect his Jersey for his special comeback race.
Eddy has been following STEPHEN'S progress online since his accident back in June 2007 and has been inspired by his positive outlook on life since becoming paralyzed from the shoulders down. Eddy contacted us saying he wanted to represent STEPHEN and his cause and promote his brand STAY STRONG and said he'd be honoured to race in his jersey. The feeling was mutual as STEPHEN was stoked to say the least so the meeting was set up. The jersey's had been freshly delivered from Hot Shoppe that morning. We'd like to thank Dave Marietti for the co-sponsorship on this project. STAY STRONG will be selling these replica jersey's very soon so watch this space for more details over the next couple weeks on where to order yours!
It's good to see BMX LEGENDS from 3 decades all together in one photo promoting the same cause. The guys chatted and laughed about the old days and Eddy's visit definately gave STEPHEN a much needed lift and the smile on his face say's it all.
Eddy King is a true gent and we at STAY STRONG are proud he will be wearing our colours for his much anticipated comeback to BMX racing.
Good luck in Tulsa Eddy and thank you again from STAY STRONG and STEPHEN MURRAY.
HRVfitness press release
This December HRVfitness will be storming Queensland.
Elite racer will be running two clinics:
Do not be fooled by cheaper imitations.
This is a fully structured training program designed to elevate BMX athletes to another level.
With 3 Elite National Champions on board and over 25 years of race experience, we have the tools to improve your racing.
HRVfitness Elite Racer clinics are the only ones of its kind.
Here are some reviews from a recent clinic in Cairns 2009
Hi Cairns bmx club, the boys had a great time at the coaching clinic they are still raving about it and keen to get down the track to try out new skills so thanks again for organising it all
I would like to say a big thanks for giving us this opportunity, it was great. Chris did come away with heaps of tips, good memories and a few good laughs as well.
Thanks again to everyone involved
Townsville BMX Club
We are just home.....the kids had a great day, we were very impressed with the HRV guys and the Cairns Club put on a great spread.
Cheers from Townsville
You've said it all, was fantastic and I think us as parents had a great time as well. Thanks you guys so much for organising it, TERRIFIC.
Can't think of any suggestions for improvement it was great, the group sizes were Ok as in gave the kids the opportunity to mix with other clubs riders of similar build and skills.
We will defiantly do it all again at a later date.....
Book your spots now!!
tony@hrvfitness.com
Don’t forget to check out the HRVfitness training programs.
The new “Start Hill Monster” is only $49!!
Do you want to get to the bottom of the hill faster? Is your finish line at the end of the concrete?
Then try out this HRVfitness training program designed to give you more power in just 6 weeks.
EPIC press release
The Debut of the EPIC Action Video Cam Wide Angle to Provide Action/ Motor/ Adventure Enthusiasts with a Wider POV Perspective
EPIC brings Action Sports, Motorsports and Adventure enthusiasts into the world of YouTube with a self-contained, ultra compact, lightweight digital video camera ideal for capturing your best moments from the athlete’s point of view. Weighing just three ounces, the new WIDE ANGLE version of the already popular Epic Action Video Cam can go anywhere; whether it is mounted to your helmet, your board, your handlebars, your kayak or the hood of your car, it brings a new perspective to video. The high resolution video and SD compatible memory with up to 200 minutes of video at 30 frames per second and audio makes this an ideal tool for capturing those unforgettable moments with a 168 degree Wide Angle lens. And if that is not enough, this unit doubles as a 5 Mega Pixel camera with Burst Mode Technology™ for multiple still images. Multiple mounting adaptors make this a must have for any enthusiast.
The EPIC Action Video Cam provides users with “out of the package” ability to shoot their favorite sports by including a variety of camera mounts, a 2gb SD Card, 2 AAA Energizer Lithium Batteries and a waterproof case to keep the dirt and water out.
Epic Features:
Camera Lens |
5P Glass with IR Coating 168º View Wide Angle |
Camera Aperture |
2.8mm |
Image Sensor |
1/3” 2M Color CMOS Video |
Focus |
Fixed or 1 Meter to Infinity |
AVI Resolution |
VGA: 640 x 480 QVGA: 320 x 240 |
Still Image Resolution |
5 Mega pixels (Hi), 3 Mega pixels (Lo) |
Supported Formats |
Video: AVI Photos: JPG |
Camera Dimensions |
1.3” x 2.75” |
Waterproof Casing |
1.9” x 3.25” |
Be sure to check out EPIC Action Video Cam at various events, races and competitions throughout the country in 2010. EPIC can be followed at www.Twitter.com/EpicAction or www.Facebook.com/EpicActionCam
EPIC Action Video Cam is also a proud sponsor of the Troy Lee Designs Race Team, GT Bicycles MTB and BMX Race programs, US Cup MTB Series and premier athletes across the globe.
Founded in 2000, Stealth Cam, LLC offers specialty digital cameras, along with a variety of accessories to enhance outdoor pursuits. For more information, contact: Stealth Cam, LLC, 3385 Roy Orr Blvd. Grand Prairie, TX 75050, Phone: 877-269-8490, www.epicstealthcam.com
Supercross BMX press release
At the ABA Disney Cup, the BMX world saw Logan Collins wearing his new Supercross BMX Factory Colors for the first time. Logan has long been a friend of Supercross and Friends with Supercross' AA Pro Kris Fox and it was time to bring Logan into the Factory program. Logan is not only a hot shot A pro / Super- X racer who is consistently on the podium, but is also a rad dirt jumper and 4x racer who will help with all of Supercross' bike disciplines. Logan has his Supercross EVO iS Pro XXL built up for racing, his Supercross Passion for his Dirt and Park riding and is patiently waiting on his new Supercross Shine 4x frame. Look for Logan shredding his Supercross wherever he may be along with the rest of the factory team. Be sure to check supercrossbmx.com for all the latest Supercross BMX rider and product news.
The Supercross BMX Factory Team is proudly sponsored by: Block Alternatives, No Fear Racewear, Alienation BMX, Kid Fuel, No Fear Energy Drink, ODI Grips,Speedline Parts, MJT Designs, TECH BMX Products and DVS Footwear.
by bikemedia
Gold Coast BMX rider, Cherie Simpson, has become one of two athletes to become the face of a local council campaign called “Mates for Life”. After winning the first round of the National Probikx Series and the Queensland State Title on the Gold Coast in September, Simpson’s media exposure caught the eye of the organizers at the Gold Coast City Council.
Since then she has become part of the “m8s4life” campaign developed to make teenagers more aware of the dangers of stormwater drains. The focus of the campaign is to keep your mates for life and don't let them do anything life threatening. The message points our that there are lots of risk-taking sports our there to replace the danger of playing around stormwater drains. This year the campaign has two extreme sports people, Cherie Simpson (BMX) and Jason Hazle (bodyboard).
The campaign runs until March and involves advertisements with Cherie on her DK bicycle displayed on lots of the council bus shelters. The athletes will also feature on 50 000 mail outs. After the launch yesterday Cherie Simpson was excited, “I never thought I would be posted up all over the city! It’s great.”
The website www.m8s4life.com.au has prizes on offer, video clips, mp3 clips, photos, fun thrill seeking games, education resources and information on the m8s4life campaign. There is also facebook and twitter.
by bmxultra.com
BSX2010, a Royal Children's Hospital fund raiser, will be on again on Monday 18 January 2010.
It will be the fifth running of the one on one backyard BMX race.
One of the main reasons for BSX is to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital, we do it through various means, one way is that our partners provide us with awesome products which can be won in silent auctions, raffles and spot prizes.
Alienation have been very generous, they are our naming rights partner for BSX2010 and will be providing thousands of dollars worth of prizes including;
Just how you can win these great products is yet to be decided but you will need to be at BSX to win. Make sure you don't miss out.
Thanks to Alienation BMX for their amazing support.
Check out www.alienationbmx.com for more information about Alienation.
BSX2009 DVDs
We finally finished off the BSX2009 DVDs on the weekend. The DVD is loaded with over 40 minutes of BSX action along with a rockin' all Australian Poison City Records soundtrack. They are available for $20+ postage. Email webmaster@bmxultra.com for payment details.
Posters
We are proud to annouce that Alienation will be the BSX2010 naming rights partners. There will be thousands of dollars in Alienation products only available at the Alienation BSX in January. You have to be there to score the goodies, so mark your diaries and parents should submit their leave forms the fifth running of the BSX is going to be a whole lot of fun.
Track
We have big plans for track changes over the coming months, if you are able to help swing a shovel, drive a bobcat or just help ride the track and roll the new changes in then keep an eye out for up coming working bees.
Volunteers needed
We will also need some new volunteers for administration leading up to the event as well as running the event on the day. Jobs include parking attendants, ticket sales on the gate, taking entries, selling raffle tickets, manning the silent auctions, track maintenance and so on.
Riders
We have already had verbal confirmation that Aussie BMX legend and Olympian Luke Madill
is planning on coming. If you are interested in the event drop us an email webmaster@bmxultra.com to help us determine how many riders to expect, we would need to know what class you would like to ride (Open men, Open women or 30 & Over Open wheel) where you are from (City/State) and your name. Generally we end up with 32 riders in the Open mens class, about 12 in the 30 & Over open wheel and 2-4 Open women. But there is plenty of room for more.
Partnership opportunities
If you would like to be involved in BSX2010 we will have partnership packages available soon, email webmaster@bmxultra.com for details. Basically we are looking for donations or products for auctions/raffles. 100% of profits raised will go directly to the Royal Children's Hospital.
BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
XBR Magazine (www.xbr.com.au)
Airsho
Bronze Partner
Chris Van Winden Paints (CVP)
For more information see bmxultra.com/bsx
About BSX
BSX (Bicycle Supercross) is one-on-one sprint trails style racing on a backyard track built specifically to test a rider's skills. The short straights, lofty jumps and tight corners are very intense under race conditions but also fun for competitors and create quite a lot of entertainment for spectators. The event provides a unique experience for the local Victorian riders, as well as the interstate and international visitors during an off day of the Track Attack series. The events primary function is to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. In just four years the event has raised approximately $15,000 which has provided the hospital with new equipment. Funds have been raised through gate takings, raffles, auctions and donations.
About the Royal Children's Hospital
'The Royal Children's Hospital is the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and provides a full range of clinical services and health promotion and prevention programs for infants through to adolescents. Each year the Royal Children's Hospital treats tens of thousands of children through our Emergency Department, inpatient admissions and outpatient visits. The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation plays a vital role in providing additional funding to support important research projects and purchase state of the art medical equipment to ensure that every child receives the very best treatment now and into the future.
GO211 press release
Tune in to GO211 today and watch Episode 6 of the ABA/UCI Continental Series. The LIVE webcast starts at 4:30 pm (US est).
Today's show highlights the Elite Men and Women, plus the SuperEx races from Desoto, Texas.
Episodes 1-5 of the ABA/UCI Continental Series are available for free and On-Demand only on GO211.COM.
Check out the first five episodes, plus today's premiere here:
http://www.go211.com/u/abaucicontinentalseries
XBR press release
If you are looking for the best coaching clinics and the best racing in Australia - there is only one place to go - the 2010 XBR Coaching Clinic and Summer Series in Sydney, Australia. In only its third year - the 2010 XBR Summer Series has cemented itself as THE SUMMER HOLIDAY BMX RACE SERIES of CHOICE. Not only was this the first event in Australia to run entirely with Transponders, the first to offer ONLINE REGISTRATION and PAYMENT in AUSTRALIA but now it boasts an international line up like no other event in the country.
Fattening out the competition at the pointy end of the Championship Men classes will be 2007 ABA PRO MEN'S CHAMPION (20" and 24") DANNY CALUAG, inform CRUPI rider - TYLER BROWN, CLAYBORNE's Super fast - BARRY NOBLES and REDLINE'S YOUNG GUN; DENZEL STEIN. In the Championship women class will be 2008 NBL ELITE WOMEN'S CHAMPION - STEPHANIE BARRAGAN. All these guys are seriously fast and will provide great entertainment for the crowds and awesome competition for our pro riders. If you want to see how you compare with some of the fastest riders on the planet - you know where you need to be!
All five riders will race in the PRO TEAMS' CHALLENGE and join LUKE MADILL, ALEX CAMERON and BRETT SCRUSE in the XBR Coaching Super Clinic. These PRO Riders were chosen not only for their speed but because of their skills as coaches. With this line up of rider/coaches and the new LMX (Luke Madill Supertrack) - it really will be a Coaching Super-Clinic.
XBR Coaching Superclinic - Jan 5-7 8am - 1pm 3 day clinic - $180
XBR Summer Series and Pro Teams' Challenge Jan 9-16 Sydney Australia - 5 tracks/8 days
"GREAT FUN. AWESOME RACING!"
Enter and Pay online at www.xbr.com.au
by bmxultra.com
We have been checking out the Supercross Pro LT Cassette hubs for a few months now, click here to check out the product review.
Morphine Industries press release
The new and improved Morphine Industries Factory Team rolled into Kissimmee last weekend for an assault on the ABA Disney Cup. The Cup brought our newest team members, Olijuwon Davis, Damian Cherepko and Tim Dinger to the Sunshine State to strut their stuff in the Pink, Black and White.
Weekend started off with practice on Friday then followed by three days of racing. The track was set up pretty much the same as last year with big bowl turns and compact short straights. The track was going to prove to be a lane 3 & 4 kind of track.
VET PRO Tim Dinger showed up to the race with a last minute bike due to a five-finger discount transaction by a person with less than stellar moral values.
Dinger started Friday with an O-T-B crash in the XXXX to miss the main. Saturday was hard fought in true Dinger fashion. Sportin’ a helmet cam for a few motos, Dinger led the field. Don’t believe the go211.com cam clip. He won 2 of 3 laps wearing cam, but showing a cam clip in first is boring. He ended up finishing the day just outside of the main. Sunday was a well fought day. With a top spot in the sights, He caught a tuff block coming thru the second turn which gave a 6th for the day.
A PRO Jason LaRev was in command of the class with fellow A PRO Gavin Lubbe chillin in Cali getting ready for ABA Grands. Jason was ready to take some name for the weekend but was brought up short due to a crash in the motos on Friday. Recovering from a previous shoulder injury, the addition of a compressed back sidelined him for the remainder of the racing.
31-35CR Doran Bradshaw banged bars with his fellow riders all weekend. Friday Doran finished with a respectable 2nd in the main. Saturday was a good day of racing with a lot of bumping going on. In the main, Doran tangled with another rider in the third turn and turtled him over the turn into the side wall. Rider layed upside-down with his feet in air still clipped in. It took four people to get him out. It was all good racing as the y fought for the lead. Doran had to settle for a 6th. Sunday was another good day of bumping and grinding with Doran settling for another 6th in the main.
19-27X Olijuwon Davis hit the track on fire Friday. Trying to get his motor rev’d up on the tight short straights, he settled for an unfamiliar 5th in the main. Saturday, unfortunately was not a good day. O.D. was killin’ it in motos until he touched his back tire rocketing down the first straight. This sent him flying over his bars about 25 ft into the first straight. Popping back up like a champ only to find later that he broke his wrist and will be out for an undetermined period.
15X Damian Cherepko, a new member to the Morphine Crew, showed up to make a statement and did just that. He raced class and Junior Development all three days. Friday started with a 2nd in JR Dev and a 1st in class. Saturday, Damian returned to due the same but when you are battling for the top spot is does not come easy. Hitting the dirt caused him to miss main in JR Dev. And take an 8th in Class. Sunday was a mix of Friday and Saturday. Damian took the top spot with #1 in JR Dev. and then got hit from behind in the first turn causing him to check up and settle for a 5th in the main..
12X Noah Reeves hit the track in his usual smooth style. Ripping through the motos, quarters, and semis with unos and deuces. Friday’s main ended with hard fought 3rd and Sauturday brought a 7th main as he got hit with lane 8 and ran out of track in the first turn. Sunday was a chill day unfortunately due to a registration problem.
10X Richie “Air Dog” Dey dazzled the crowd with his high flyin’ anticts on the second straight. Unfortunately, Richie narrowly missed mains all three days which is something that he his style. Watch out next race, he will be gunning to make that up.
The Morphine crew will be headed to Oklahoma next for the ABA Grands. Be sure to come check us out.
morphine industries would like to thank its factory team sponsors; staats motocross bicycles (www.staatsbikes.com), alienation (www.alienationbmx.com), fly racing (www.flyracingbmx.com), lost energy drink (www.lostenterprises.com), tioga (www.tiogausa.com/bmx), sinz racing (www.sinz-racing.com), rennen (www.rennendesigngroup.com)
ABA press release
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for BMX fans young and old that can only mean one thing: the ABA Grand National. Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma will once again be the site of the Greatest Race on Earth. Practice will begin Thursday, November 26, at 7 a.m. A practice schedule can be found at ababmx.com
Racing will begin on Friday, November 27, with the Race of Champions. Gates open at 6 a.m. and racing will start promptly at 7 a.m. The Race of Champions is an invitational race and ROC #1 number plates will be given for Class, Open & Cruiser. If you are qualified for Class or Cruiser you may race all three classes the age you were at your State or Provincial Championship Final.
The 2009 National Racing Season will conclude on Saturday and Sunday with the ABA Grand National. With the ABA National #1 plateup for grabs in the professional and amateur classes, this weekend is sure to be packed with racing excitement.
The American Bicycle Association has secured great room rates at some of the finest hotels in Tulsa to make this experience even more enjoyable. Make your reservations early as we have only a limited number of rooms available at these special rates.
Crown Plaza Tulsa - ABA HOST HOTEL
100 East Second Street, Tulsa, OK 74103
1-800-227-6963 Ask for ABA BMX rate
1-918-560-2218 Ask for ABA BMX rate
Register online at www.crownplaza.com.tulsa http://www.crownplaza.com.tulsa (use code ‘BAC’)
Secure 24-hour bike lock-up in Ballroom & “Family Fun Center” - Movies, video games.
Hilton Tulsa Southern Hills
7900 S. Lewis Ave. | Tulsa, OK 74136
P: 918.492.5000| F: 918.492.7256
$69.00 ABA BMX Rate
Doubletree Hotel Tulsa at Warren Place
6110 S. Yale Avenue | Tulsa, OK 74136-1904
Phone: 918-495-1000 | Fax: 918-495-1090
www.tulsaatwarrenplace.doubletree.com
$75.00 ABA BMX Rate
For voice reservations please call 800-801-1317 and ask for the BMX Nationals 2009 Rate or click to access the BMX nationals group booking page http://doubletree.hilton.com/
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center
6808 South 107th East Avenue
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133 USA
Phone: 1-918-307-2600
Fax: 1-918-307-2907
Toll-free: 1-800-264-0165
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tulbr?groupCode=bmxbmxa&app=resvlink&fromDate=11/24/09&toDate=12/1/09
$89.00 ABA BMX rate
LaQuinta Inns & Suites
6030 E. Skelly Drive
Tulsa, OK 74135
PH: (918) 665-2630
$69.00 ABA BMX Rate
by bmxultra.com
Entries have closed for the Victorian State Championships which will be held at the Eastfield BMX Track in Melbourne's outer Eastern Suburbs on November 27-29. There are 1034 entries and 779 riders signed up for the title event. Since the Victorian State Championships were declared open to all riders in 2005 the growth rate has been quite impressive. 2004 was the last closed state championships, held at Sunbury, there were 340 entries and 263 riders.
The question of whether it's necessary to open the State Championships is a widely argued one and certainly each side has their valid points. It is said it's the largest number of entries for any State Championships in the whole of Australia for 2009. At what point though would Victoria decide that they have enough riders to support their own titles? And what effect is an open State Championships having on the growth of the sport within the state?
Any way you look at it there is going to be some great racing. Don't forget the racing format has changed, if you plan to get down to watch the finals there will be finals on both days, check our race calendar and download the entry form for details.
GO211.com press release
Fans can relive the action from the ABA Disney Cup Nationals with a very special three day webcast replay. Tune in for Day 1 starting today, November 3rd at 2:00 pm (US est).
Day 2 replays on Wednesday, November 4th at 2:00 pm (US est) and Day 3 replays on Thursday, November 5th at 2:00 pm (US est).
Besides the replay, the ABA Disney Cup Nationals Profile has a lot to offer. Check out photos from the event and Army Strong Tent, blogs from pro racers and watch exclusive On-Demand videos
Use this link to check out the webcast replay and event profile:
http://www.go211.com/army/disneycup2009
by bmxultra.com
One Bicycles' new Ultimate One frame is due for release in a few weeks time. We showed you photos and a press release around the time the world championships were on in July. This is the final version of how the frames and stickers will look. There are a whole lot of frames that have been preordered, don't miss out, order yours now.
Cycling Australia press release
Voting for the winner of the Scody 2009 People's Choice Cyclist of the Year is now open.
Australia's cycling fans have lodged their nominations with eight finalists now in the running:
The Scody 2009 People's Choice Cyclist of the Year gives Australian cycling fans the opportunity to vote for their favourite Australian cyclist of 2009. The award will be presented at the Jayco Australian Cyclist of the Year Awards being staged at the Plaza Ballroom in Melbourne on Sunday 22 November 2009.
Who has the best team spirit?
Who is the best role model?
Who has posted the most outstanding performances?
Who deserves this honour?
Voting is open to Australian residents only and all those who lodge a nomination will go in the draw for a Scody prize pack :
Voting will close at midnight Friday 6 November 2009.
by bmxultra.com
BSX2010, a Royal Children's Hospital fund raiser, will be on again on Monday 18 January 2010.
It will be the fifth running of the one on one backyard BMX race.
Working bee/riding session tomorrow
Tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November (cup day holiday), we will be doing some work on the track and would love some help, especially from riders who want to try out some changes for us and roll them in. We'll get started at 10am, so drop an email to webmaster@bmxultra.com and let us know you are coming. Oh and a quick thanks to Brian Kelly for his help cleaning up and shaping one of the new jumps on Saturday.
BSX2009 DVDs
We finally finished off the BSX2009 DVDs on the weekend. The DVD is loaded with over 40 minutes of BSX action along with a rockin' all Australian Poison City Records soundtrack. They are available for $20+ postage. Email webmaster@bmxultra.com for payment details.
Posters
We are proud to annouce that Alienation will be the BSX2010 naming rights partners. There will be thousands of dollars in Alienation products only available at the Alienation BSX in January. You have to be there to score the goodies, so mark your diaries and parents should submit their leave forms the fifth running of the BSX is going to be a whole lot of fun.
Track
We need to finish off some changes to the track, which includes moving a bit of dirt and a lot of riding to get the changes perfect. If you think you can help please come along to our working bee/riding days.
Volunteers needed
We will also need some new volunteers for administration leading up to the event as well as running the event on the day. Jobs include parking attendants, ticket sales on the gate, taking entries, selling raffle tickets, manning the silent auctions, track maintenance and so on.
Riders
We have already had verbal confirmation that Aussie BMX legend and Olympian Luke Madill
is planning on coming. If you are interested in the event drop us an email webmaster@bmxultra.com to help us determine how many riders to expect, we would need to know what class you would like to ride (Open men, Open women or 30 & Over Open wheel) where you are from (City/State) and your name. Generally we end up with 32 riders in the Open mens class, about 12 in the 30 & Over open wheel and 2-4 Open women. But there is plenty of room for more.
Partnership opportunities
If you would like to be involved in BSX2010 we will have partnership packages available soon, email webmaster@bmxultra.com for details. Basically we are looking for donations or products for auctions/raffles. 100% of profits raised will go directly to the Royal Children's Hospital.
BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
XBR Magazine (www.xbr.com.au)
Airsho
Silver Partners
ECI (www.eciimports.com)
Bronze Partner
Chris Van Winden Paints (CVP)
For more information see bmxultra.com/bsx
About BSX
BSX (Bicycle Supercross) is one-on-one sprint trails style racing on a backyard track built specifically to test a rider's skills. The short straights, lofty jumps and tight corners are very intense under race conditions but also fun for competitors and create quite a lot of entertainment for spectators. The event provides a unique experience for the local Victorian riders, as well as the interstate and international visitors during an off day of the Track Attack series. The events primary function is to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. In just four years the event has raised approximately $15,000 which has provided the hospital with new equipment. Funds have been raised through gate takings, raffles, auctions and donations.
About the Royal Children's Hospital
'The Royal Children's Hospital is the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and provides a full range of clinical services and health promotion and prevention programs for infants through to adolescents. Each year the Royal Children's Hospital treats tens of thousands of children through our Emergency Department, inpatient admissions and outpatient visits. The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation plays a vital role in providing additional funding to support important research projects and purchase state of the art medical equipment to ensure that every child receives the very best treatment now and into the future.