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Dirt Jump Biking Ultimate Guide

Slopestyle and Dirt jump biking was a natural progression of BMX racing, mountain biking and 4 cross racing. Small mountain bikes with or without rear suspension are used to perform tricks while flying through the air over wooden or dirt jumps.

Flatland BMX Ultimate Guide

Flatland BMX. Ultimate guide to the amazing discipline of flatland BMX. A less popular but still very skilled discipline. Best flatland bmx bike and bmx bike tricks.

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There are many different parts of a BMX or mountain bike. As bicycling has become more and more popular in recent years new parts and companies have emerged in succession. This fact along with the vast differences in parts for the several BMX and dirt jump/mountain bike disciplines can confuse riders a lot.

If you're new to biking then not only do you have to find bike parts you like, parts that have a geometry that is suitable to your chosen discipline of riding but you also need to ensure the parts you're looking at will fit your bike. Bike forks and bottom brackets are two of the hardest parts to get right. If you're trying to build your first bike or upgrade an existing part of your bike then our Best Of articles are a great place to start. We try to give you the best advice on what to look for when buying a new part with an accompanying list of our recommendations.

Best BMX Bikes 2023

Best BMX Bikes. This is a list of the best BMX bikes of 2023 for every discipline and skill level. Find the beginner, intermediate and advanced recommendations for street biking, BMX racing and freestyle riding.

UPDATED: 19 JUL 2023 • Michael Scott

Best BMX Frames | 15+ Awesome BMX Frames

Best BMX Frames. Find the best bmx frames for street bmx, park bmx and dirt bmx. These are the best bike frames released in 2018 with their best points described.

25th Nov 2018 • Michael Scott

LATEST POSTS

BMX Brake Pads | Guide to the Best Brake Pads for BMX Bikes in 2023

Discover the best BMX brake pads for 2023 with our comprehensive guide. Learn about top picks for maximum control, durability, and safety to enhance your riding experience. Perfect for BMX enthusiasts seeking performance and reliability.

21 NOV 2023 • Michael Scott

Best Downhill Mountain Bike | Elevate Your Ride with These Top Choices

Explore the best downhill mountain bikes of 2023. Find top picks to enhance performance, shred trails, and experience adrenaline-pumping rides.

28 JUN 2023 • Michael Scott

Am I Too Old for BMX?

Wondering if you're too old for BMX biking? Discover expert insights on mastering skills, choosing gear, and training at any age. Overcome age barriers in BMX.

1 SEP 2023 • Michael Scott

Best Fixed Gear Bikes in 2024

Discover the best fixed gear bikes of 2024 in our comprehensive guide. Highlighting the Fuji Bikes Feather as our top pick, we explore a variety of exceptional fixies, tailored to fit every cyclist's style and needs.

11 NOV 2023 • Michael Scott

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DIRT JUMPING

The various disciplines of BMXing, mountain biking and dirt jumping can get complicated quickly. There are so many different places to ride, ways to ride and actual riders, opinions vary dramatically. The explosion of the internet has allowed riders to instantly and easily share their opinions with anyone that will read them.

Reading thousands of opinions on whether the specific tread on a specific tire will help you ride dirt jumps better can get very tedious and boring. A great part of the internet is how many people have come up with great bike hacks or have produced a wonderful tutorial that helps thousands of riders learn a new skill or trick. We try to write as many helpful tutorials and informative articles as possible.

Best Dirt Jumping Shoes | Comfortable Shoes for MTB in 2023

Explore the top dirt jumping shoes of 2023. Prioritize grip, durability, and comfort for MTB adventures. Find the perfect pair to elevate your ride!

2 AUG 2023 • Michael Scott

Best Dirt Jump & Slopestyle Bikes

Dirt Jumping and Slopestyle biking are very similar cycling styles. Find the best dirt jump and slopestyle bikes for 2023. Featuring YT bikes, NS and Specialized. These are the strongest and lightest bikes of 2023

19 JUL 2023 • Michael Scott

Best Forks For Dirt Jumping 2023

Dirt jump forks. Forks for mountain biking and dirt jump riding are different and alternative specifications and features will help you ride better in different situations.

19 JUL 2023 • Michael Scott

5 Best Dirt Jumper Brakes in 2023

Discover the best brakes for dirt jumping, from types to top picks. Our comprehensive guide covers what to consider when buying and common issues to watch for. Learn why the Sram Level T brake is our top choice for optimum performance and safety.

15 OCT 2023 • Michael Scott

Top Dirt Jumper Bars of 2023: Find the Best for Your Bike

These are the best dirt jumper handlebars of 2023. Durable, lightweight, and designed for the perfect ride.

19 Jan 2023 • Michael Scott

BMX TUTORIALS

Our tutorial articles are, in many ways, quite similar to our section on learning more about the sport. In that section, we aim to give more information about often overlooked parts of the sport. You will get my point if you look through some of the articles in that category.

Tutorials come in so many different mediums whether it's a series of images, blocks of text or infographics there are always problems with getting the main ideas across to the rider. Our tutorials are regularly headed up with a simple, easy to understand infographic accompanied by easy to understand the text and informative videos that other riders have created. We think this is the best way to teach people new bike tricks since you can save/print/look at the infographic as many times as you want. Being able to see tutorials from other riders often makes a complicated move much easier.

BMX Barspin | How to Barspin BMX Tutorial

The BMX barspin is a great trick to learn when you're starting to get serious with riding. It takes quite a bit of confidence and commitment but it's a fabulous skill to unlock if you want to take your riding to the next level.

23rd Dec 2018 • Michael Scott

How to Tighten a Bike Chain

How to tighten a bike chain. Bike chains often slip and come loose on single and dual speed bikes. Learn to tighten your chain with or without chain tensioners. You need to diagnose why your mountain bike chain is slipping or falling off before shortening or tightening your chain.

1st Jan 2021 • Michael Scott

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

YouTube is packed with multitudes of BMX, trials and mountain bike videos. Since most magazines have now been converted to websites and YouTube channels it's a great way to keep up with what's going on in the world of your favorite cycling discipline.

Red Bull Presents: Danny MacAskill's Postcard from San Francisco Video

Check out this thrilling trials biking video in San Francisco with Danny MacAskill! The Scottish street trials and mountain bike rider takes on the city's iconic landmarks and challenging terrain with his signature stunts and impressive skills. Filmed by the Red Bull Media House.

11 Dec 2022 • Michael Scott

Vans BMX: Live Fast 3 Part Cycling Series

Vans BMX brings you 'Live Fast' a thrilling 3-part film series with Vans team riders Corey Walsh, Trey Jones, Jason Watts, Dennis Enarson, and Gary Young. Also featuring Kris Fox and Matt Cordova from Fast and Loose BMX, 'Live Fast' showcases the best in BMX riding at legendary spots like Ohio's Skatopia. Don't miss out on this exciting new series, brought to you by Vans BMX and renowned filmer Chris Gregson.

14 Dec 2022 • Michael Scott