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For this episode, I sat down with Dustyn Alt from Leipzig, Germany.
We discuss his humble beginnings, the German scene, his early influences, who helped him out, practicing hard, the jump to the pro class, what to do to grow the scene, the business side of BMX Flatland, how to live off your passion, his video work and so much more! -
Growing up in the 80's British BMX scene with healthy doses of UKBFA BMX comps, our guest caught an early interest in show business and chose that as a career. His bike took him around the world working for the likes of Cirque du Soleil, Costa cruises and variety shows. A few years back, he settled in Hungary and in search of an indoor spot, decided to open a flatland school and in turn worked with the Hungarian cycling federation to help the next generation of shredders. We talk practice, consistency, progression, injuries, earning money through your passion, coaching, federation support, the olympics dream, how to grow our sport and so much more.
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For this episode, I linked up with Japanese veteran rider Masashi Itani. Stylish backwheel rider originally from Kobe and now residing in Tokyo, He has been riding for over 20 years. Retired from riding contests, He is now a judge, works with Kotaro at Motel works and at the flatland school. We discuss his start, influences, travels, competitions, the Japanese scene, what the future has in store and so much more.
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For this episode, I caught up with Plywood Hood legend Chris Young to see what he has been up to this year and learn more about the highly anticipated Flatland Assassins Battleground Comp taking place in Cleveland early Aug. Enjoy!
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For this episode, I sat down with American underground flatland legend Gabe Kadmiri.
Gabe has been pushing his street influenced flatland skills quietly for over 2 decades and has numerous mouth watering online clips/edits to keep us on the edge of our seats.
We discuss his roots, his travels, influences, philosophy, health, judging, the state of our art form and what the future has in store. Enjoy! -
For this episode, I sat down with 22 years old Japanese shredder taking the contest scene by storm. He is the 2023 pro flatland champion and currently sitting in 3rd place in this year's ranking. He calls Moto Sasaki his mentor. Rides both front and backwheel. Does a whole bunch of crazy jumps. He is a ball of energy and yet shows a high level of maturity. This is a bit of a short episode taped while we were in Montreal for Urban Games in late March. I give you Mr Yu Shoji.
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For this episode, we go to the old continent and the neutral country of Switzerland where our guest has settled down. Originally from Germany, he has been riding for over 20 years. A fixture of the Euro scene, he is also attending most of the World cups events. Working part time, riding full time. We discuss his roots, his journey, his approach to competitions, living healthy, having a private riding spots, his views on the sport, what the future has in store for him and so much more. I truly enjoyed discussing with Mr Dan Hennig.
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If there is one event you do not want to miss on the Flatland BMX calendar, it is One Love Jam! Held every January during the Martin Luther King long weekend in Newport Beach California, it attracts every generation of riders from near and far. All eager to escape the dreadful winter and shred a cool spot on the beach with the homies. I asked long time organiser Darin Wright a few questions about the jam and proceeded to ask a few fellow riders why they like it so much. Enjoy!
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Young flatland prodigy from Normandy, France taking on the contest scene by storm.
Tech links on both front and back wheel, supported by We The People and Les 3 Roux BMX shop. Studying communication
Wise beyond his years, this is the story of Julien Baran. -
For this episode we go down to the lone Star State to speak with one of the rising stars of BMX Flatland. We discuss his roots from the rural roads to Pro rider, his first heroes, becoming teacher, starting a community flatland school, competing locally and internationally, his view on the american flatland scene, judging contests, the future and so much more .
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From the plains of Saskatchewan, SK to the bustling coastal city of Vancouver, BC, and all the way around the world, our guest has made his mark in the sport of Flatland BMX.
Creating the Flatland Manifesto video magazine series still talked about 20 years later as well as Ronin, a flatland specific parts brand sought after by collectors, he is still as passionate and in tune with the who's who in BMX to this day. We discuss his humble beginnings, his job, where he is at now, his take on BMX and Flatland, what's next and so much more! -
Chris is a lifelong flatland rider. We discuss his BMX roots, meeting the legendary Plywood Hoods, becoming part of the crew, riding hard, turning pro, being in the early X games, having to make difficult choices to take care of his family, reconnecting with the scene after many years and competing again, battling injuries, launching Flatland Assassins as a way to give back to the community, the evolution of the scene between then and now, organizing FA Battlegrounds and so much more. Go listen to the passion and get stoked!
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Growing up in Madrid, our guest today started his BMX journey hustling in the streets of the Spanish capital with his crew of misfits. He soon discovered his love for flatland.
Over the next decade or so, he started to compete, moved to Abu Dhabi to do shows, was one of the first riders on the Martti Kuoppa program, became a product tester for WTP, opened a BMX flatland school in Madrid and got a ride on the Fly bikes program with the aim on working on a flatland specific line. This is the story of Varo Hernandez. -
Where do I start? My guest this time around has been riding since the mid 80s and done it all: Park, street, dirt and of course Flatland for which is most renowned.
Growing up in the midwest us, He is the winner of 3 Flatland NORA cups, he was named one of the most influencial riders by Ride BMX Magazine, he is one of the founding members of BACO, He has owned skateparks, a bike shop and of course DECO BMX. This is the story of Chad Degroot! -
For this episode, I linked up with up and coming Nigerian flatland shredder. We discuss his roots, his heroes, the challenges of being a rider in Africa, his vision for the sport, his training regiment, his plans for the future and much more.
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The story of 2 lifelong friends from Louisiana. Riding together for over 25 years. Constantly practicing their skills, pushing each other, travelling together to events, and now starting a bike company together. In their own words: Blood , sweat and tears with Terry Adams and Mickey Gaidos
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For this episode I sat down with smooth rolling Sietse Van Berkel from Holland.
He has been in the game for 20 years and slowly but surely cemented his place among the elite with a win at Master of Creativity in 2018 and now being invited in events such as RedBull Circle of Balance and the Japan X Games. Lots of insights into his philosophy and vision for our artform.
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While in Houston for the Jam Circle contest in Feb 2023, I got a chance to sit down with legendary Nor-Cal shredder Pete Brandt. We discuss his BMX roots, his influences, his tricks, his bikes, contests, travels, shows, his views on the sport and so much more
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For this episode, I sat down with the current female flatland world champion, French shredder Aude Cassagne. Currently residing in the famous wine town of Bordeaux.
While she started riding a long time ago, Aude had put her bike down while attending Med school. She is a doctor whose specialty consists of diagnosing potentially cancerous cells. In 2022, she picked up her bike and took the scene by storm. Winning the world championships in Abu Dhabi, Getting on the Heresy team and winning the reader's choice award for best female rider on Flatmatters. here is her story -
For the latest episode, I sat down with Hector Garcia and Jerry Milborn, the organizers of the upcoming Jam Circle. A unique flatland event taking place in Houston next February. We discuss flatland of course but also what it takes to run such an event, the logistics, the partners, confirmed riders, what to expect in Houston and much more. Whether or not you plan on being in Texas for that weekend, you should listen to their contagious love for flatland.
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