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VIEWERS READY? WATCH THE GATE… LIVE on Freecaster.tv
Jul 22nd
the LIVE Webcast of the BMX Worlds Championship is available through the following link:
Around 2 000 riders from forty nations will converge on Adelaide, Australia, this weekend for the 2009 UCI BMX World Championships… and Freecaster.tv will be there covering all the action LIVE from 07:30 – 10:00 CEST (05:30 – 08:00 GMT) on Saturday July 25th.
This World Championships is the first since the sport made it’s Olympic debut in Beijing last year, and already marks the start of the qualification process for the London 2012 Olympics. Many of the Olympic medallists and finalists will be in attendance, hoping to add the prestigious World number one plate to their existing titles. 52 different World Titles are on offer across the various categories, so it’s certain to be a packed 4 days of racing.
Over 1,500 spectators are expected over weekend, but Freecaster’s coverage means many many more will be able to see who wins this year’s World Championship finals LIVE, as the race unfolds.
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About the UCI BMX World Championships
The annual Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), BMX World Championships have been held all around the world since 1993. The first World Championships was held 1982 in Dayton Ohio, USA Since then winners race in age and championship classes in both 20 inch and 24 inch or cruiser class. All riders making the final are awarded plates with 1 to 8 which they can use in international competitions. Elite riders receive medals while other divisions receive trophies. The coveted World Championship jersey with rainbow stripes will be awarded to the elite and junior men’s and women’s winners.
REDLINE’s MARTIJN SCHERPEN (NL) TAKE NO.1 EURO TITLE
Jul 21st
It’s been ten years since a Dutch rider has earned the No.1 European title. Back in 1999, the No.1 Euro plate was held by a young, moppy-headed BMXer named ROBERT deWILDE. And now, exactly one decade later, a rider from Holland has brought home the No.1 European Championship title to their country.
Northeast Indoor BMX Facility – Your Help is Needed!
Jul 20th
Hey Everyone,
Right now, there is a facility at Grippen Park, just outsie of Binghamton, NY that is being developed for an indoor BMX track. The facility will be ideal for serving the BMX population of New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut and beyond. The problem is, the local government is dragging its feet in getting the final touches on the building completed. And, until the building is completed, the dirt cannot be brought in, and the track cannot be built.
So, if you are from the Northeast, or even if you’re not, please email the following individuals at the following addresses, requesting information as to the date of the completion of the facility.
Ed Hart at EHart@co.broome.ny.us
Pat Brennan at pbrennan@co.broome.ny.us
Broome County Parks Dept. at bcparks@co.broome.ny.us
And, if you’re really ambitious, feel free to give them a call at 607-778-2193.
Thank You
- Nick
Upcoming Competition at The Dome Park
Jul 19th
AL D here from http://www.bmxinvasion.com just want to tell you about an upcoming bmx contest located at the dome park in wilkes barre pa. The domes first ever bmx freestyle event for underground bmx riders. Please check the attached flyer for details maybe some riders are interested in riding in the event.
Northeast Regional: City View BMX – Hazleton, PA
Jul 17th
Plenty of pictures from the Northeast Regional at City View BMX in Hazleton, PA. Click on the article title to check them all out.
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BMX Worlds presented by Rockstar: Going LIVE and LOUD on the Internet in 2009
Jul 15th
The IMBXFF World Championships 2009, aka the BMX Worlds presented by Rockstar, will be coming to you LIVE for the first time in it’s 25 year history, courtesy of Freecaster.tv. More >
2009 NBL ELITE SERIES CHECKPOINT
Jul 15th
SOUTH PARK TIGHTENS UP THE CHASE – NASHVILLE READY TO ROCK
The NBL Stars n’ Stripes National in South Park, PA is a classic on the NBL circuit for good reason. It’s one of the most popular tracks in the USA and has a rich history of action dating back to the 70’s when BMX was in the formative years. This years National may have proved to be the turning point in the season for several title-hungry riders looking to be on the podium come September at the NBL Grand Nationals. More >
HELPING BMX STAR STEPHEN MURRAY STAY STRONG AND MARCH FORTH!
Jul 15th
Action sports street-wear company March Forth steps up to the plate to help raise money for the Stay Strong Stephen Murray foundation and remind everyone to Stay Strong and March Forth!
Los Angeles, California– The March Forth Supply Company has collaborated with the Stay Strong for Stephen Murray foundation this month to help raise money for paralyzed BMX super star Stephen Murray. The Limited Edition March Forth, Stay Strong for Stephen Murray graphic tee will be issued this week to promote a positive way of life and serve as a reminder to March Forth and Stay Strong! A portion of the proceeds will goto the Stephen Murray foundation.
March Forth Supply Co. started in 2003 as an apparel-driven reminder to focus on your dreams, and move forward with what you are most passionate about in life. This is a perfect opportunity to help out in the community and industry with our positive message says owner and founder Wes DeSoto. With offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Baltimore, March Forth sponsors athletes in Bmx, Surf, Skate, as well as bands and local artists. Serving as inspiration and a solid cornerstone in the action sports lifestyle.
Helping people find inspiration and motivation can sometimes be a difficult task. Heading into the 2007 DewAction Sports Tour, former BMX dirt jumping star Stephen Murrays back was against the wall. After setting the action sports world ablaze in 2001 with his gold medal-winning performance at the X-Games, his career lost momentum. As the bills piled up, Murray sought to reverse his fortunes with a huge performance in June 2007, only to suffer a catastrophic accident that left him a quadriplegic. Read more on Stephens Murray atwww.staystrongapparel.com.
March Forth Supply Company will be accompanying Stay Strong Apparel next week at the first Dew Tour BMX event in Chicago on June 26 and 27 and will be releasing the tee for purchase at the Stay Strong vendor booth. This First Dew Tour Event Marks 2 years from when Stephens Crash First happend. The tee will also be available for purchased online at the March Forth website: www.MF34.com. Other supporters that will carry the tee are DansComp www.danscomp.com , 5050 BMX www.5050bmx.com , and Suburban Shred www.suburbanshred.com.
For More information on The March Forth Supply Co. and the limited edition tee please contact:
Contact: Timothy Kline
Phone: 1 (760) 419-7987
email: tim@mf34.com
South Park!
Jun 30th
As always, the Stars ‘n’ Stripes National at Southpark in Pittsburgh, PA was a thriller. Riders from throughout the country came to tackle the challenge on one of the fastest and most technical tracks in the country.
Amanda Carr of the Intense/Dyna Pep crew makes her way down the third straight.
In addition to being hosted on one of the craziest tracks, this weekend’s racing played host to an NBL Elite Series stop. This meant a lot of great racing action mixed with the thrills of the big spills that South Park provides.
Read on to see what went down. More >
NBL News: For Immediate Release
Jun 13th
Hilliard, OH, (June 12, 2009) Steve Doan, Chairman of the NBL Bylaws Committee, and the NBL Board of Directors, is excited to announce the passage of revised Bylaws at the last board of directors meeting. These Bylaw revisions are a direct result of this years spirited Competition Congress and are a major step toward furthering the democratic principles and openness of the NBL the only not-for-profit BMX sanctioning organization.
Steve Doan would like to recognize the hard work and dedication of the committee members, Paul Kincheloe, Darol Carr, Betty Mulligan and Connie Shepler. The committee meetings were frank, open and sometimes spirited but in the end all found common ground. The committees proposed changes were reviewed by the entire NBL Board of Directors over the last month. During the June 11 board meeting, some changes were recommended by board members that were incorporated into the final revisions. Between the work of the committees, the entire board of directors and NBL staff, these Bylaw revisions, along with other recently announced changes, show the NBL has heard its members concerns and are making substantive responsive changes.
These changes, more then anything else, demonstrate what differentiates the NBL from all other BMX sanctioning organizations – the NBL is everyones organization and is committed to its members and riders. This is an exciting time to be a rider, parent, or a volunteer in the NBL
The newly energized Board of Directors continues to develop new initiatives and vision for the future of NBL and BMX and welcomes further involvement by all its members.
