SE press release
SE and Oakley have team up once again for a 2nd round collaboration of the Factory Pilot glove. This time the glove is available in a black/gold colorway & still feature all of the high quality construction. Only 1,000 pair were produced worldwide, so get yours today!
http://www.sebikes.com/segloveoakleyfactory.php
Supercross BMX Australia press release
I don't know about you guys, but the name of Supercross' new Chopper handlebars makes me think of "Easy Rider" style Ape Hangers, and open roads. Translated into BMX terms it's a name probably more apt to something wide and tall like the 30"x8.5" MASSIVE bars. In fact, at 28" wide and 8.5" tall, the chopper bars are far more practical than they sound. They share the same 11° back sweep and 3° up sweep of the popular Straight 8 bars.
So what makes them practical? There has been a trend for older riders, particularly the pros, to run a ton of spacers under their stems to raise the height of their bars for better gates and general control. With the Chopper bars you could run your handlebars tall and still have your stem lower, reducing the unnecessary stress placed on the forks steerer tube, making your ride safer and the front end of your bike stiffer.
Supercross Chopper Bars are available now in Black, White or Chrome. Check www.supercrossbmx.com.au/dealers for a dealer near you or ask your local bike shop to contact us.
About Supercross BMX Australia
Supercross BMX Australia are supporters of BSX and the Royal Children's Hospital and while we have our own Supercross and Speedline/Supercross teams we also co-sponsor the bmxultra.com team and the Anarchy BMX Australia team.
To find out more about Supercross BMX products and Speedline Parts check www.supercrossbmx.com.au
If you would like to purchase Supercross BMX products in Australia please have your local bike shop contact us. Please note, we do not sell direct to the public. We support the Australian BMX Industry! Do You?
For more information and dealer enquiries email sxaustralia@supercrossbmx.com.
by bmxultra.com
This review isn't strictly race, but these handlebars will perform just as well on the race track as they will at the skate park or on the dirt jumps. And as some of you guys have been asking for a while now, these bars are for those of you with a tight budget. Click here to check out the review.
HRVfitness press release
HRVfitness has no doubt three of the fastest riders in the country and now it's going to be even harder to catch them. HRVfitness has just signed a deal with the number one supplement company in the world MAX'S.
JADEN RICE, BRANDON TE HIKO AND JOEL CLARK will be kitted out with the best supplements Max's has to offer.
HRVfitness now has a full range of Max's product available in house. So if you are looking to keep up with Team HRV get into HRVfitness 112 Grove rd Grovedale or email for more info on prices lisette@hrvfitness.com
by bmxultra.com
The Wyndham BMX track will host the first round of the Victorian PRA Tour this Sunday. The PRA Tour is integated into the Wyndham Open event this weekend, so there will be racing for all classes, not just the pro classes.
The series has been set up to provide Victorian pro riders with great competition and better preperation for the upcoming National Championships and even leading into the World Championships. Calendars for previous years have been a little lacking at the start of the year leaving Victorian riders less prepared than their interstate/international competition.
Get down to Wyndham's track for the first round for some great competition and set yourself up early to be in the running for the PRA Tour Crown and your share of the prize money.
For more information about the PRA series, racing and entry details for this weekend at Wyndham check out the BMX Victoria events calendar. http://bmxv.com.au/html/2012_events.html
by bmxultra.com
We are finally rid of all the prizes from the Goldcross Cycles BSX2012. We still have some money to collect though, but we are getting closer to making our donation.
Blind auction winners
Here's the winners to the weekends blind auctions
Supplied by All Terrain Cycles Mansfield (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
Supplied by Custom Vehicle Painting (CVPainting@y7mail.com)
Thanks to Jason and Ian for supporting BSX and the Royal Children's Hospital.
If the winners would like to contact us we'll get the payment organised and the prizes out to you straight away.
Merchandise + Bonuses (You could score a $50 voucher from Connections BMX!)
We still have some merchandise left and need your help to ensure we break our previous record donation of $7,738.80. Here's what we have:
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 Hoodies $30 (+ $5 postage)
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 T-shirts $20 (+ $5 postage)
Here's how it's going to work.
The next 7 people to order a t-shirt or hoodie will score a FREE set of Alius handgrips.
PLUS there will be two $50 Connections BMX (Bendigo, Victoria) gift vouchers that can be redeemed through their online store at www.connectionsbmx.com. The vouchers will be placed in the next two merchandise purchases. Act fast! email webmaster@bmxultra.com with your order.
BSX2011 DVDs
We still have a bunch of BSX2011 DVDs left too, for just $20 (+ $5 postage).
Remember, 100% of profits goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
The Goldcross Cycles BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Platinum Partners
Goldcross Cycles (www.goldcross.com.au)
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
Airsho
A-Team Distribution (a_team_distro@yahoo.com.au)
Answer BMX (www.answerbmx.com)
Contour Australia (meecosales.com.au)
Silver Partners
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Troy Lee Designs (www.troyleedesigns.com)
All Terrain Cycles (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
GT Bicycles Australia (www.cyclingsportsgroup.com.au)
Anarchy BMX (www.anarchybikeco.com)
Speedline Parts (www.speedlineparts.com)
Bronze Partners
Supercross BMX Australia (www.supercrossbmx.com.au)
Custom Vehicle Painting
Connections BMX (www.connectionsbmx.com)
Poison City Records (www.poisoncityrecords.com)
Honourable mentions
Darryn Goodwin/Stay Strong
NT BMX
Bryce Hocking
BSX2012 was covered by BMXPress Magazine and sanctioned by BMX Australia
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 five years the event has raised approximately $24,700 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.
by bmxultra.com
It's only a matter of days before Supercross BMX release their highly anticipated cromo 20mm through axle fork/hub combo. There has been some discussion on vintagebmx.com about a lighter Alloy version of the 20mm through axle forks that Dani George has been running. We managed to get the scoop on these prototype forks.
It will be some time before they are available to the public. The guys and gals over at Supercross are currently putting them through their paces and initial tests indicate that they are stronger than the cromo SLT fork.
Here's what Supercross say about them:
The LT-A 20mm Race Fork was born out of the SLT 20mm Fork combined with a little bit of ENVY and EASTON Aluminum Technology.
When we designed the SLT 20mm Race Fork we knew it was going to be great, ultra strong, super light, but it was still over kill for some of the lighter riders on the team. I mean let's face it just because Dani can jump the Supercross Tracks, it doesn’t mean she needs the same strength fork as Bubba does. They are 2 different weights of riders. For Bubba, the 20mm SLT fork is perfect, and at 28 ounces it is nice and light and strong for him, but for a rider like Dani where she is a good 100lbs lighter than Bubba, we knew we could go lighter and still keep all the strength that she needed.
With the LT-A ( Some call it the “Lighter than All”) we wanted to keep the larger tube diameters to keep the strength at the crown to keep the 20mm axle nice and stiff. And using the Taperwall Technology and Heat Treat Processes of the Supercross ENVY Race Frames, we knew we could make the LT-A super light, super strong, super stiff and ready to race.
The Supercross LT-A 20mm Race fork is constructed of full 7005 T-6 Aluminum, and has been given a full post weld heat treatment after welding to take it to it’s maximum strength. The Legs start out at 1 1/4″ OD and taper down to 1″ at the dropouts.
The steerer tube is 170mm long and the offset is 28mm.
It's weight? Just 19 oz or 565 grams
by bmxultra.com
We're getting back into the swing of our weekly product reviews, and have a bunch of them starting to build up, so keep your eyes peeled. This week though it's the Alienation Deviant and Runaway rims. Click here to check them out.
by bmxultra.com
When we thought we'd cleared out the last of the auction items for BSX a couple more showed up, and we promise this time it really is the end.
Blind auctions
We have a few items left over from the Goldcross Cycles BSX2012, check 'em out
Supplied by All Terrain Cycles Mansfield (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
Supplied by Custom Vehicle Painting (CVPainting@y7mail.com)
So here's how you can win.
Email webmaster@bmxultra.com with the subject BSX2012 and the highest amount of money you are willing to pay for any of the items, make sure you clearly indicate which item and how much. The highest bidder wins. If you bid $5 and no one else bids you score a bargain. The winner of each item is responsible for shipping or organising pick-up.
We'll cut off bids on Monday morning, February 20, 2012.
Merchandise + Bonuses (You could score a $50 voucher from Connections BMX!)
We need your help to ensure we break our previous record donation of $7,738.80. We have the following merchandise
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 Hoodies $30 (+ $5 postage)
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 T-shirts $20 (+ $5 postage)
Here's how it's going to work.
The next 7 people to order a t-shirt or hoodie will score a FREE set of Alius handgrips.
PLUS there will be two $50 Connections BMX (Bendigo, Victoria) gift vouchers that can be redeemed through their online store at www.connectionsbmx.com. The vouchers will be placed at random in the merchandise. That's a two in 17 chance of winning an additional $50 worth of BMX goodness! That's pretty good odds.
BSX2011 DVDs
We still have a bunch of BSX2011 DVDs left too, for just $20 (+ $5 postage).
Remember, 100% of profits goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
The Goldcross Cycles BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Platinum Partners
Goldcross Cycles (www.goldcross.com.au)
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
Airsho
A-Team Distribution (a_team_distro@yahoo.com.au)
Answer BMX (www.answerbmx.com)
Contour Australia (meecosales.com.au)
Silver Partners
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Troy Lee Designs (www.troyleedesigns.com)
All Terrain Cycles (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
GT Bicycles Australia (www.cyclingsportsgroup.com.au)
Anarchy BMX (www.anarchybikeco.com)
Speedline Parts (www.speedlineparts.com)
Bronze Partners
Supercross BMX Australia (www.supercrossbmx.com.au)
Custom Vehicle Painting
Connections BMX (www.connectionsbmx.com)
Poison City Records (www.poisoncityrecords.com)
Honourable mentions
Darryn Goodwin/Stay Strong
NT BMX
Bryce Hocking
BSX2012 was covered by BMXPress Magazine and sanctioned by BMX Australia
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 five years the event has raised approximately $24,700 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.
Knox BMX Club press release
For all those who don't read the bmxultra.com forums. There is a
BMX swapmeet in the carpark of the Knox BMX Club, Bunjil Way Knoxfield from 8am Sunday 19th February 2012.
Melways Map 73 D7
Buy and Sell BMX stuff of all sorts - old school, mid school, new school, freestyle. Get rid of all your unwanted bits and pieces or pick up a bargain.... or just go for a ride on the track.
by bmxultra.com
I don't really like comparing MTB to BMX, I have no real passion for MTB at all, they are fun to ride, but have nothing on a BMX ride. Anyway... what's wrong with this picture? An industry tent site to display or sell product at the 2012 MTBA Australian Championships is just $250 for 5 days. A similar tent, but a little larger at the Australian BMX Championships is $1,600 for the six days.
I'm sure there are costs to cover, but wouldn't cheaper tent sites mean more industry support and possibly lead to more products on display and more support for the event. Those crazy mountain bikers seem to have it all worked out.
by bmxultra.com
There's so much new product that's released all the time that it's easy for it to slip under the radar. We were lucky enough to be at ECI, the Aussie ACS distributor, a couple of weeks ago and spotted a fresh shipment of new products from ACS. We're not just talking about the new Crossfire freewheels either. Oh no, much more than that.
Check these out.
ACS Maindrive Hub F&R Set 36H W/Cogs |
ACS Crossfire External BB 68/73 |
ACS Maindrive 1" Steel Headset Sealed Mech. Bearing |
ACS Crossfire 1-1/8" Alloy Headset Sealed Bearing |
ACS Crossfire Removing Tool Spanner 6 & 4 Prong |
Get down to your local bike shop to find out more.
by bmxultra.com
Todd Lyons from SE sent through some links and photos of Aussie Super Model Jessica Hart and her PK Ripper. It's a part of a series called "Me In My Place" by Esquire Magazine. They say "any publicity is good publicity", but when a super model has a collection of bikes and one of them happens to be a BMX or more specifically a PK Ripper it doesn't matter if it's just a trend, or even just a prop, it's just great to see someone else enjoying their BMX bike. Well it's neither, she's got a vintage BMX eBay habbit as a hobbie outside of fashion, and it sounds like she enjoys building them herself. You have to say this much, the girl's got style.
So here's what TL sent through:
In case you were wondering exactly how sexy a PK Ripper can be...
Photos and video courtesy of www.Esquire.com
http://meinmyplace.com/tagged/jessica+hart/page/4
http://www.esquire.com/women/me-in-my-place/jessica-hart-pictures-2012#slide-1
by bmxultra.com
The Victorian Interclub was hosted by the Geelong BMX Club on Sunday, and by all accounts it was a great race meeting. Although a little wet in the morning but things dried up pretty quick and there was some hot racing.
The Geelong team won the Interclub and the team relay on the day.
Congratulations to Geelong for the great event and an awesome result.
by bmxultra.com
In search of the lightest bike on the planet where would you stop? ITS BMX Race Tubes perhaps? Check out the review here.
EliteTrax press release
The world of BMX racing has entered the mainstream, particularly after its 2008 introduction at the Beijing Olympic Games. The demand to design and construct high level BMX tracks is steadily increasing, and EliteTrax Inc is determined to answer to these demands.
Interest for BMX in China growing fast
The interest for BMX is growing rapidly in China and Asia and the need of good standard BMX tracks is crucial for the ongoing development. EliteTrax Inc is very excited to partner with the Dailan based sports facility company Quinsen to support their efforts to build BMX facilities around China and Asia. EliteTrax will share designs, expertise and knowledge with Quinsen, who is planning to build a number of BMX facilities in the upcoming years.
“I was very impressed of Dailian Quinsen Sport facilities company and their dedication. They have already proven themselves building several BMX tracks and by working together we will be able to answer to the increased demands for high level BMX tracks” says Tom Ritzenthaler, CEO and founder of EliteTrax Inc. “This is not only a great partnership, but will be a cornerstone in the development of BMX in China and Asia.” Continues Ritzenthaler.
EliteTrax Inc is the preferred track construction company of the International Cycling Union (UCI) and is contracted to build next years UCI BMX Supercross World Cup tracks, while it’s sister company Global SX Events Inc. is managing the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup series.
“With new state-of-the-art BMX facilities in the works, we hope to soon see the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup back in China” says Johan Lindstrom, CEO of Global SX Events Inc. “They where a string of succesful events back in 2007 and 2008 and it’s time to bring the BMX SX back to China!”
Qiansen leading sports facility company in China and Asia
Qiansen is the leading sports facility company in China and Asia, currently focusing on design, production and installation of high level indoor wooden sports flooring, such as basketball court floor, theater stage floor, wooden cycle track, etc. With the continued development and progress of the company, the business expanded to cycling facilities, including the BMX, track cycling,mountain bike etc.
"BMX is a challenging sport full of passion, which is similar to our corporate philosophy and we are very pleased and honored to work with the excellent team of EliteTrax, they certainly have the professionalism, knowledge and experience, but also very passionate and a good spirit of cooperation, I believe we will be good partners together to promote the sport of BMX and BMX facilities’ development in China and Asia. " says Mr. Song, Owner & President of Qiansen.
About Qiansen
Located at Dalian city, 15 years ago, Qiansen began his business, and Today, Qiansen already as the leader manufacture and contractor of the sports Floor Market. To possess 26,667m2 workplace, annual sales 200,000 m2 wood sports flooring for sports stadium, opera stages and similar installations. Qiansen has the first level design, installation, construction qualification and was approved by FIBA, BWF, CBA and relevant sports association. Qiansen offered the excellent cycling tracks/BMX tracks for Beijing Olympic Games, the Guangzhou Asian Games and the 26th Universiade Games. See website http://www.qiansen.com/en/en/menu1.asp
About EliteTrax, Inc.
EliteTrax, Inc. (EliteTrax) is committed to the development, design and construction of premier event tracks around the world. The EliteTrax team led by Tom Ritzenthaler is globally recognized delivering BMX tracks of the highest standard and is the preferred construction company of the UCI as well as the appointed track builder for the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Headquartered in Gahanna, Ohio, USA, EliteTrax is a subsidiary of Global SX Events, Inc. See website www.elitetraxinc.com
About Global SX Events, Inc.
Global SX Events Inc. (GSX Events) is the premier promoter of professional BMX events internationally. The GSX team represents the leading edge of BMX events organization and have been instrumental developing the BMX Supercross World Cup series. See website www.gsxevents.com
Morphine Industries press release
Morphine Industries is stoked to bring the XX back to a group of XYs. After many late nights in the war room we have finally let white smoke go up the chimney. We are proud to introduce our newest ripper, 10 Girls, Kinley Buelvas. Kinley settles into the finally team spot as we make a push and hit the 2012 season.
Kinley comes from south Florida and Morphine Industries’ home track Okeeheelee BMX. We have watched her progress and reach the top of the Florida scene and are ready to unleash her on the national scene.
Kinley will be hitting USABMX Gator Nationals at Oldsmar BMX this weekend with her new crew. Be sure to come by and checkout Kinley and her 12 new big brothers.
Don’t be fooled she is 100% Morphine. Welcome to the family Kinley!
Factory Team Sponsors; Haro Bikes (www.harobikes.com), Fly Racing (www.flyracingbmx.com), Alienation (www.alienationbmx.com), DK Bicycles (www.dkbicycles.com), Folmer BMX (www.folmer-bmx.com), Hawk Racing (www.hr-sportswear.com), Rennen (www.rennendesigngroup.com), Tioga (www.tiogausa.com/bmx), DNA Energy (www.dnaenergydrink.com), HRP Designs (www.hrpdesigns.com)
PRA press release
The PRA welcomes UNITED as the PRA CUP sponsor, the cup winner will receive $400 and the cup when crowned PRO CHAMPION 2012.
For more details on the cup and PRO TOUR check out our Facebook page.
We will be at Geelong with giveaways for the kids.
Elite Racing Supplies press release
Stealth Hubs by True Precision Components now available through ELITE RACING SUPPLIES
Payment Plans available through ELITE RACING SUPPLIES
go to the following link to see the Stealth Hubs by True Precision Components - Australia facebook page by ELITE RACING SUPPLIES
https://www.facebook.com/#!/media/albums/?id=266741883396631
Order through email to eliteracingsupplies@westnet.com.au
Troy Lee Designs press release
Troy Lee Designs and PixelMags are proud to announce the brand new TLD Mobile App now available through Apple's iTunes Store! This free mobile application provides Troy Lee Designs' fans and customers the opportunity to interact with TLD in a whole new way by delivering our catalog experience to your mobile device.
By downloading the free app, you can browse TLD's world-class selection of motocross and bicycle products including helmets, jerseys and gloves, premium protection, as well as a wide selection of high-end casual wear. Throughout the new TLD app are links to exclusive Troy Lee Designs video content, athlete vids, pics and bios, as well as exciting product news!
The newest Troy Lee Designs product catalogs will immediately become available within this progressive app therefore keeping consumers and fans alike continually updated.
Go to the iTunes App Store on your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch and download the free app today!
“We at PixelMags are very excited about this new partnership,” said Ryan Marquis, COO and Founder of PixelMags. “This will allow fans of Troy Lee Designs to have better access to the products they love.”
“This is very exciting for us," says Troy Lee, Founder/Owner of TLD. “The team at PixelMags is helping us take advantage of some incredible technology. This is just the beginning.”
About PixelMags Inc.
PixelMags Inc. is one of the worlds fastest growing digital content distribution companies that is transforming the future of digital publishing by changing how publishers distribute interactive branded content. PixelMags reaches millions of digital readers daily, in over 33 different languages, and represents such publishers as Hearst UK, Crain Communications Inc., Imagine Publishing, Dennis Publishing and more. PixelMags is a privately held company, with offices located in Los Angeles and London. Follow PixelMags on Facebook (facebook.com/pixelmags) and Twitter (@pixelmags).
About Troy Lee Designs
For over 30 years, Troy Lee has been customizing helmets "For The World's Fastest Racers." TLD's relentless commitment to creating products that exceed the cutting edge of style, design and quality, has earned them the reputation as an innovator in many different fields of racing. Troy Lee Designs has since expanded into a full force operation, offering a complete line of helmets, apparel and premium protection for off-road motorcycling and bicycling, as well as seasonal lines of sportswear and accessories. Based in Corona, California, Troy Lee Designs has a global network of distributors. Follow TLD on Facebook (facebook.com/troyleedesigns.tld) and Twitter (@TroyLeeDesigns).
Morphine Industries press release
Morphine Industries adds DNA Energy to an already stacked lineup of sponsors. With both companies being based in Florida, we are able to promote DNA in areas where they are seeking growth and they are helping our factory team stay on top of the podium! Our riders are already fast but now they’ll have that extra boost from awesome tasting DNA Energy drinks and DNA Shred Sticks!
When asked about the new partnership, team manager, Doran Bradshaw had this to say....”We’ve recently added top riders such as Ryan DeRoche, Jared Johnson and Brandon McCoy to the team as well as additional support from Hawk Racing and HRP Designs. Having DNA Energy on board is icing on the cake as we look forward to having our best season yet.”
Be sure to stop by the Morphine Industries/DNA Energy pit at the next race to sample the best tasting energy drinks and snacks on the market! While you’re there, peep products supplied by our other awesome sponsors
.....Haro Bikes, Fly Racing, DK Bicycles, Alienation, Hawk Racing, Folmer BMX, Rennen Design, HRP Products and Morphine Industries!!
BMX Australia press release
BMX Australia is pleased to announce that the pinnacle of BMX racing in Australia, the National Championships will be held at Brisbane’s Sleeman Sports Complex in 2013, 2015 and 2017.
The Sleeman Sports Complex is home to Australia’s only BMX Supercross Track. The Olympic standard circuit features two start ramps (5m and 8m with an 18/28° sloping angle) with major double-jumps, step ups and a technical rhythm section.
President of BMX Australia, Mr Barry Knight said he was delighted the National Championships would be held at the Sleeman Sports Complex.
“The whole facility is one that is on par with the best BMX venues worldwide,” Mr Knight said.
“We are always looking to lift the standards of our events by ensuring riders have access to challenging tracks and top class facilities. The Sleeman Sports Complex delivers that.
“Naturally Australia’s best riders should be decided on one of Australia’s best tracks; our riders compete to be the best and the winners of the National Championships will exude those qualities when they race.
“I must also recognise the work done by the BMX Queensland, led by its President Bruce Oliver, in securing the event. They have been quite eager to host the National Championships; Queensland based riders should be thrilled to race in their home state for national placings.”
BMX Queensland President, Mr Bruce Oliver, said the three national championship events would be a welcome boost to the region.
“The last BMX Nationals held in south east Queensland were in 1996. These events will attract thousands of riders and their families to the region, with many staying for over a week,” said Oliver.
The agreement brings three national and three state titles to the Sleeman Sports Complex over the next six years.
“We expect that holding so many events on this Olympic standard track will prepare riders and we hope Queensland riders in particular for world class racing especially the Olympics,” said Oliver.
Queensland currently boasts the largest number of riders out of all the Australian states.
“We certainly hope to see more Queenslanders on podiums in the future,” Oliver added.
State Member for Chatsworth Steve Kilburn said it was expected the 2013 event would bring more than 1,100 riders from around Australia to Brisbane for six days of competition from April 30 to May 5.
“BMX is a sport which is racing from strength to strength and it will be great to see Australia’s best riders competing on the country’s best circuit,” Mr Kilburn said.
“With more than 7,000 registered riders across the country and 32 clubs across Queensland, the popularity of BMX continues to grow.
“It’s expected the sport will see another major jump in popularity following the London Olympics later this year where it has been included for only the second time at an Olympic Games.
“With London 2012 just around the corner the track will be put to very good use as elite training squads prepare for the Games over the coming months.
“Having access to a facility like this will enhance riders’ skill levels, help to improve fitness and make them more competitive on the international stage.
“By continuing to fund significant sport and recreation facilities throughout Queensland, we are making it easier for people to lead an active and healthy lifestyle which aligns with our Toward Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland initiative to help Queenslanders become Australia’s healthiest people.”
The Sleeman BMX Supercross Track is part of the Bligh Government’s $15.3 million investment at the Sleeman Sports Complex, the largest single investment at the Complex since its opening. The $4.8 million BMX facility was delivered by the Bligh Government and officially opened in June 2011.
Supercross BMX Australia press release
Since the Supercross 20mm through axle prototypes were on display at the ABA Grands there has been a real buzz.
The cromo fork/hub combo is stiffer and lighter, and it has more colour options on offer than any other fork/hub setup of it's kind. It has a 28mm offset like all SX Forks.
After getting the go ahead from the team, these have been put into production in 20" and 24" versions. It starts off with the SLT-i Integrated Race Fork and has special 20mm Heat Treated Cro-mo Dropouts. The Forks will ship with a custom Supercross Quick Twitch 20mm hub with custom frictionless bearings.
The final pricing is still yet to be determined, initial estimates put them under the $300 mark for the set. They are looking to ship late this month. If you are keen to be amongst the first to have them, get down to your local Supercross BMX dealer (www.supercrossbmx.com.au/dealers) and pre-order a set today.
The Supercross Australia team is sponsored by Supercross BMX, Speedline Parts, bmxultra.com and Dirt Designs.
About Supercross BMX Australia
Supercross BMX Australia are supporters of BSX and the Royal Children's Hospital and while we have our own Supercross and Speedline/Supercross teams we also co-sponsor the bmxultra.com team and AA Pro James Lautier.
To find out more information about Supercross BMX products and Speedline Parts check www.supercrossbmx.com.au
If you would like to purchase Supercross BMX products in Australia please have your local bike shop contact us. Please note, we do not sell direct to the public. We support the Australian BMX Industry! Do You?
For more information and dealer enquiries email sxaustralia@supercrossbmx.com.
by bmxultra.com
Wow, we are getting closer to a final figure raised, and it's still looking good for us to break the $8,000 barrier for the first time since the event started seven years ago, back in 2006.
The Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 Finals Video
The official finals video has now been posted up on YouTube for you all to enjoy. Check it out at http://youtu.be/aoEI1HvVX74
BSX2011 DVDs
We still have a bunch of BSX2011 DVDs left too, for just $20 (+ $5 postage).
Remember, 100% of profits goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
The Goldcross Cycles BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Platinum Partners
Goldcross Cycles (www.goldcross.com.au)
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
Airsho
A-Team Distribution (a_team_distro@yahoo.com.au)
Answer BMX (www.answerbmx.com)
Contour Australia (meecosales.com.au)
Silver Partners
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Troy Lee Designs (www.troyleedesigns.com)
All Terrain Cycles (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
GT Bicycles Australia (www.cyclingsportsgroup.com.au)
Anarchy BMX (www.anarchybikeco.com)
Speedline Parts (www.speedlineparts.com)
Bronze Partners
Supercross BMX Australia (www.supercrossbmx.com.au)
Custom Vehicle Painting
Connections BMX (www.connectionsbmx.com)
Poison City Records (www.poisoncityrecords.com)
Honourable mentions
Darryn Goodwin/Stay Strong
NT BMX
Bryce Hocking
BSX2012 was covered by BMXPress Magazine and sanctioned by BMX Australia
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 five years the event has raised approximately $24,700 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.
Alienation BMX press release
Alienation BMX, the best BMX rim manufacturer in the world of BMX Racing plans to blaze a new trail in BMX sponsorship with a Junior Elite contingency sponsorship program aimed at USABMX Pro Series races for 2012.
The Junior Elite Contingency Program was selected because the staff at Alienation BMX want to invest in the future of BMX and reward deserving BMX racers who are making a commitment to achieving at a level that will prepare them for a great future in BMX racing.
The program will take place at thirteen USABMX Pro Series/UCI points races across the United States from January to November.
Prize money will be allocated as follows, per event. Junior Men = 1st/$50 – 2nd/$40 – 3rd/$30 and Junior Women = 1st/$30 – 2nd/$20 – 3rd/$10.
To be eligible, riders must do the following.
1 - Each qualifying rider must be using Alienation BMX rims (Front & Back) on their bike.
2 – Send Alienation BMX a photo by email or Facebook of their bike and/or themselves at the race in question, preferably a podium shot. The photo should have the track, podium or a track sign with USABMX signage visible in the photo, confirming that the photo was taken during the national in question.
3 - They also should have an Alienation sticker on their bike in the following order of preference. (1/Number Plate … 2/On helmet or prominently displayed on their bike frame.)
4 – Your contingency payment will be verified by way of the official USABMX race results and payments will be made quarterly by company check drawn on U.S. funds.
Here is the list of qualifying races for the Alienation BMX Junior Elite Contingency Program.
Alienation BMX Junior Elite |
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Feb 10-12, 2012 |
USABMX Gator Nationals – Pro UCI Series |
Oldsmar, FL |
Mar 16-18, 2012 |
USABMX Super Nationals – Pro UCI Series |
Desoto, TX |
Mar 30-01, 2012 |
USABMX SoCal Nationals – Pro UCI Series |
Chula Vista, CA |
Mar 31-31, 2012 |
USA Cycling National Championship |
Chula Vista, CA |
Apr 20-22, 2012 |
USABMX Winter Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Phoenix, AZ |
Jun 01-03, 2012 |
USABMX Music City Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Nashville, TN |
Jun 29-01, 2012 |
USABMX Great Salt Lake Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
South Jordan, Utah |
Jul 06-08, 2012 |
USABMX Stars N Stripes Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Pittsburgh, PA |
Jul 20-22, 2012 |
USABMX Midwest Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Rockford, IL |
Aug 31-02, 2012 |
USABMX Bluegrass Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Louisville, KY |
Oct 26-28, 2012 |
USABMX Disney Cup Fall Nationals - Pro UCI Series |
Orlando, FL |
Nov 22-25, 2012 |
USABMX Presidents Cup Race of Champions - Pro UCI Series |
Tulsa, OK |
Nov 22-25, 2012 |
USABMX USA BMX Grand National - Pro Series Final |
Tulsa, OK |
BMX Edge press release
We also have a used 2010 Redline Proline Mini in great condition for just $350.
Bike of the week is a brand new 2011 Redline Proline Micro Mini with a mark on the bars for just $419.
We are also doing run out deals on all 2011 Kuwahara and Intense race bikes as well as 2011 ONE frames.
For more information and deals go to www.bmxedge.com.au or visit the shop.
by bmxultra.com
So far we have raised approximately $8,000 for the Royal Children's Hospital, we still have some merchandise and a few items to clear. We are confident that this will be the biggest donation by BSX in the events' seven year history!
Merchandise + Bonuses
We need your help to ensure we break our previous record donation of $7,738.80. We have the following merchandise
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 Hoodies $30 (+ $5 postage)
Goldcross Cycles BSX2012 T-shirts $20 (+ $5 postage)
Here's how it's going to work.
The first 10 people to order a t-shirt or hoodie will score a FREE set of Alius handgrips.
PLUS there will be two $50 Connections BMX (Bendigo, Victoria) gift vouchers that can be redeemed through their online store at www.connectionsbmx.com. The vouchers will be placed at random in the merchandise. That's a two in 17 chance of winning an additional $50 worth of BMX goodness! That's pretty good odds.
Blind auctions
We have a few items left over from the Goldcross Cycles BSX2012, check 'em out
So here's how you can win.
Email webmaster@bmxultra.com with the subject BSX2012 and the highest amount of money you are willing to pay for any of the items, make sure you clearly indicate which item and how much. The highest bidder wins. If you bid $5 and no one else bids you score a bargain. The winner of each item is responsible for shipping or organising pick-up.
BSX2011 DVDs
We still have a bunch of BSX2011 DVDs left too, for just $20 (+ $5 postage).
Remember, 100% of profits goes to the Royal Children's Hospital.
The Goldcross Cycles BSX is presented by bmxultra.com and proudly supported by
Platinum Partners
Goldcross Cycles (www.goldcross.com.au)
Gold Partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
Airsho
A-Team Distribution (a_team_distro@yahoo.com.au)
Answer BMX (www.answerbmx.com)
Contour Australia (meecosales.com.au)
Silver Partners
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Troy Lee Designs (www.troyleedesigns.com)
All Terrain Cycles (www.allterraincycles.com.au)
GT Bicycles Australia (www.cyclingsportsgroup.com.au)
Anarchy BMX (www.anarchybikeco.com)
Speedline Parts (www.speedlineparts.com)
Bronze Partners
Supercross BMX Australia (www.supercrossbmx.com.au)
Custom Vehicle Painting
Connections BMX (www.connectionsbmx.com)
Poison City Records (www.poisoncityrecords.com)
Honourable mentions
Darryn Goodwin/Stay Strong
NT BMX
Bryce Hocking
BSX2012 was covered by BMXPress Magazine and sanctioned by BMX Australia
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 five years the event has raised approximately $24,700 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.
DK Bicycles press release
Last week, the staffs of Cycle Group Inc. (CGI) and DK Bicycles spent the day in a rented meeting room in Fullerton finalizing the details of a one-year deal that makes DK the official frame sponsor of Marc Willers and the BOX Components Test Team.
Negotiations with DK started last year, when the company was among a half dozen frame suppliers that approached CGI about sponsorship.
“We’re excited and really looking forward to working with DK. The company has a long history in BMX going back to 1979 and a very strong presence in the sport,” said Toby Henderson, CGI’s founder.
“We were very fortunate to get several offers to sponsor Marc and BOX Components. But in DK we found a strategic partner not only willing, but ready to work with BOX Components as we develop new and innovative BMX products,” he added.
The day after Toby and Bill Danishek, DK Bicycles’ director, agreed in good faith to work together, DK product managers started the process to build Marc a frame.
“All of us are really excited about all the possibilities of working with BOX Components. Toby’s successes as a product designer and innovator are a big part of why we wanted to team up with the brand. It’s also great to have a rider like Marc Willers on a DK frame. We’re looking forward to a long-term relationship,” Bill said.
As it turns out, both companies were on the same product development path. DK began working on a 20-millimeter frame last fall. With BOX, Toby plans to continue developing 20-mil BMX components, which he successfully introduced some 18 months ago. Marc Willers won the 2011 ABA National Number 1 Pro title, 10 ABA Nationals and two Supercross races using Toby’s 20-mil products.
Coincidentally, Marc’s good friend and fellow New Zealander Corey Stafford is DK’s rep in Australia. It was him who urged DK to develop 20-mil frames and components. The deal means DK can focus on building frames and bikes while BOX supplies the 20-mil parts.
“We’re working on a lot of new products and technologies for BMX. We’re very lucky to have a partner like DK that is willing to work with us as we develop our line,” Toby said.
BOX Components also will provide support to the members of DK’s factory team, including Barry Nobles and Tommy Zula, whenever possible.
Marc and the BOX Components team’s other sponsors include Promax, Fly Racing and ODI.
DK Bicycles press release
Time for big news: DK is proud to announce a new member of the Pro team.
With tons of buzz & talk on the forums, there has been a handful of speculation that Barry Nobles might be riding for DK. The rumors are true. Barry Nobles has found a new home with DK Bicycles in 2012.
“I can’t think of another rider who is a more appropriate pick for the DK race team. Barry reminds me of the good ol’ days when Robbie Miranda and Neal Wood ruled the tracks and trails everywhere. He has the best attitude, tons of moto style, and has always done a really great job representing his sponsors. DK is more of a family than a team, so when a new rider comes aboard it’s usually for the continuation of their career. I’m proud to welcome Barry Nobles to the DK family.” – Trevor Gay, Marketing Manager/TM, DK Bicycles
With DK making its way back into racing, you can expect some more heavy drops coming throughout the year. Look for Barry in the DK pits repping Black & Green this year.
Welcome to the team Barry.
For more info, visit www.dkbicycles.com & www.barrynobles.com
Barry’s Video: http://vimeo.com/35672303
BMXMAD press release
Congratulations Bodi Turner on winning round 3 & 4 of the UCI Probikx series held last weekend in Perth WA.
Through searing heat and strong winds Bodi was able to win on Saturday without injury.
Again on Sunday the weather was severe. Officials declared the meeting unsafe and
riders were told they will be scored on their time trial results. Bodi ran an awesome time
cementing his first place position for the round.
Well done Bodi.
Sponsors: Intense, ECI, BMXMAD, VIS
Supercross BMX Australia press release
Max Cairns finished off a big month of January with travelling that saw him in Nerang Queensland, Melbourne Victoria and finished up in Bunbury Western Australia with rounds 3 & 4 of the national Champbikes series.
In round 3 Max finished up with a 5th place in the time trial which he followed up with a 4th in the final.
Round 4 was too windy for racing so the decision was made to determine the placings by time trial results. Max really stepped it up and pulled out the second fastest lap time for his class. Giving him his first podium finish of the series so far.
The Supercross Australia team is sponsored by Supercross BMX, Speedline Parts, bmxultra.com and Dirt Designs.
About Supercross BMX Australia
Supercross BMX Australia are supporters of BSX and the Royal Children's Hospital and while we have our own Supercross and Speedline/Supercross teams we also co-sponsor the bmxultra.com team and AA Pro James Lautier.
To find out more information about Supercross BMX products and Speedline Parts check www.supercrossbmx.com.au
If you would like to purchase Supercross BMX products in Australia please have your local bike shop contact us. Please note, we do not sell direct to the public. We support the Australian BMX Industry! Do You?
For more information and dealer enquiries email sxaustralia@supercrossbmx.com.
bmxultra.com press release
The bmxultra.com crew kicked off the year with some big racing in January.
Levi Collins headed up to Nerang to compete against the best riders Australia has to offer. He did an amazing job to make it into the semi finals in AA pro and start off the year with confidence.
The following week the crew gathered at the Track Attack series, 6 races in 10 days and BSX is thrown in there as well.
Levi Collins made 4 of the 6 AA finals at Track Attack, his best finish was a 4th place at round 5, a great effort in a tough field. At BSX Levi is always in the mix, and 2012 looked like it could be his year. He posted the second fastest time, just .03 seconds behind Luke Madill. Unfortunately he'll have to wait another year after a big upset being knocked out in the first round by James Lautier.
Aaron Rogers competed in just 4 of the Track Attack races but as he progressed through the series he really started to get amongst it, his best results were two third places at the final rounds at Eastfield. Aaron finished 12th in the time trial of the 30+ Open Wheel class at BSX, he was then knocked out in the first round by eventual finalist Paul Tomkinson.
Shane Jenkins showed up for the tough 19-39 cruiser class at round 2 & 3 of Track Attack. Shane only managed to make the one final (at round 2) but was caught up at the back of the field and finished up with 8th. At BSX Shane usually finishes in the top 3 of the 30+ Open Wheel class, but the timed run just wasn't fast enough in the packed field. The 9th place time trial meant a first round face off with 5 times winner Simon Anderson. Although the odds were stacked against him Jenkins push Anderson the whole way to the line only coming up a few feet short of a BSX upset.
Scooby Guyers drove across from Adelaide for BSX, to be one of the few riders to have competed at every BSX so far. He had a nice finish in the time trial taking 8th overall. He qualified through the first round comfortably, but was knocked out of the event in the second round.
Chase Collins returned to BSX after making the finals the year before. He finished with 12th place in the time trial and qualified through the first round just fine, he faced American Bryce Hocking in the second round where his day also ended.
Dane Pangallo only raced at BSX in January, he made a couple too many mistakes in the time trial and finished 37th, missing the cut for the eliminations, a prime example of how luck can pay a massive part on the day.
The bmxultra.com team is proudly supported by One Bicycles, Supercross BMX, Dirt Designs, Tioga, Elite Cycle Imports, THE, Profile, Sun Ringle.