There is no arguing that Corey Martinez is one of the most talented and hard working street riders in all of BMX. He's one of the few riders that can legitimately ride everything incredibly good. Got a question for him? Here's your chance to ask it! Get inside the mind of Levi's® BMX Pro Corey Martinez here on Vital BMX. Post your questions for Corey here in the comments box. We'll pick our favorites and have Corey give you his answers on camera. Each month Vital BMX will give you a chance to ask questions to a different Levi's® BMX Pro. Check back often to see who's next.Features
Levi's® - Get Inside the Mind of Corey Martinez
There is no arguing that Corey Martinez is one of the most talented and hard working street riders in all of BMX. He's one of the few riders that can legitimately ride everything incredibly good. Got a question for him? Here's your chance to ask it! Get inside the mind of Levi's® BMX Pro Corey Martinez here on Vital BMX. Post your questions for Corey here in the comments box. We'll pick our favorites and have Corey give you his answers on camera. Each month Vital BMX will give you a chance to ask questions to a different Levi's® BMX Pro. Check back often to see who's next.
Vans Video Vault: Josh Harrington
Josh Harrington's shoe of choice is the Vans Dunbar 3. Check out why he likes it, along with some great riding:
Want to win gear from Josh Harrington? One lucky winner will take home; Josh's endorsed colorway of the Dunbar 3 shoe, Premium Frame, Premium Drive Train including; rear wheel, sprocket, cranks and pedals, autographed Vans t-shirt and case of Rockstar! Check out Josh and the rest of the Vans BMX team at Vans.com/BMX!
Want to win gear from Josh Harrington? One lucky winner will take home; Josh's endorsed colorway of the Dunbar 3 shoe, Premium Frame, Premium Drive Train including; rear wheel, sprocket, cranks and pedals, autographed Vans t-shirt and case of Rockstar! Check out Josh and the rest of the Vans BMX team at Vans.com/BMX!
Levi’s® BMX You Pick the Trick - Nathan Williams
This month Nathan Williams stars in Levi’s® You Pick the Trick. Cast your vote on which trick you’d like to learn. Vital BMX will tally the poll and Nathan will teach the most popular move in an upcoming video feature. Here are the five tricks to choose from.What trick would you like to learn from Nathan Williams?
Eastern "The Death of Fun" Q&A
Eastern's new video, The Death of Fun, is officially wrapped up and will be in stores before you know it. We sat down with the man behind the video, Mike "The Mangler" McQueen and asked him a few questions about the project. Here's what he had to say:
So, the video is finally wrapped up, huh?
Yeah man! I'm stoked to get it out there!
How was the last week before the deadline for you?
The last week? Wait, don't you mean that 216 hour long day that I didn't sleep any? It was rough man! On top of having my full time job, that I would have taken more days off of, but I had some videos that had to meet a deadline there as well. So for 15+ days straight, I was either sitting in front of a computer or driving to another one. Not to mention arriving at Fedex at 9:24pm, when the drop off time for next day air is 9:30pm and have 6 minutes left on my dvd burn. Those dudes were not too stoked on me keeping them there to 9:31. But I made it and i slept like a baby that night!
When we went to Phoenix in March the video was nameless. How did "The Death of Fun" come about?
A couple of mass emails between team dudes, myself and Leigh (Ramsdell) and kapow! We bounced around with a couple of things, but everything was so serious, nothing fun. And yeah, we needed to be serious about the video, but there's no reason not to have any fun with it. So, looking back at the start of things, it kind of seems like the fun was being killed. It was The Death of Fun.
What's your overall perception of the completed video?
Death, fun'd over!
What's your favorite section in the video?
Man, thats a tough one. There wasn't a single section that wasn't fun watching, or editing for that matter. When driving home from work I would think about what section that I was going to focus on that evening. And it was probably the hardest thing to do. I enjoyed watching and working on them all so much that it would just turn into a brain fart. At times i'd just close my eyes and click on a section.
If you could change one thing about the project, what would it be?
I wish we had more time and money. Time so that we could film more and money so we could go anywhere and take the whole team together.
Did you get any riding clips in there?
Maybe.... but its not as cool as Terrell's. I've had a tore up knee for a while and its been hindering my stunt'n status. I'm having surgery at the end of Rocktober to get a refurbed zombie ACL installed, so next spring I'll be doing much better 1 footed xups.
Who got the last section?
Two of the coolest bff's I've ever known!
What's the best story you have from any of the filming trips?
The video is probably a story within itself. We had so many good times together. Like buying a bum breakfast so Seamus could curve wallride over his urinal. Leigh completely killing himself last summer. Zach wrecking, A LOT! Kelly freaking Bolton! Adding Karl to the team and getting to bro down with him. Riding in the TL88 of course! Ah man, it’s so hard, I'm getting teary eyed just thinking about it!
What's one thing you want everybody to know about the video?
We started riding bmx bikes for fun; lets keep it that way! And, that It’s an awesome video that everyone should buy! Its also packed with some sweet bonus stuff too!
What's next for The Mangler?
Well... getting my knee fixed in October. We're doing Inside/Outs again next year so I'll be working on a best of edit during rehab time. And continue to have fun doing bike stuff. And dreaming about doing sweet abubucas - Mark Protoz style!
Any thanks?
A lot of thanks actually! The whole Eastern Bikes crew, especially Leigh, Jon and Mike. Everybody's momas and dadys. My lovely wife April, she rules! Everyone who showed us around their local spots and let us crash at their homes. My boss(at my full time job, news-record.com) Mike Grossman, for being a cool dude. All the teams other sponsors. Everyone who watches our web videos. Everyone who buys and supports Eastern Bikes. And the dude who sent me these questions, I think his name is Kyle?
Check out The Death of Fun's trailer:
Check out this video from an Eastern filming trip that Vital BMX was on board for last March:
So, the video is finally wrapped up, huh?
Yeah man! I'm stoked to get it out there!
How was the last week before the deadline for you?
The last week? Wait, don't you mean that 216 hour long day that I didn't sleep any? It was rough man! On top of having my full time job, that I would have taken more days off of, but I had some videos that had to meet a deadline there as well. So for 15+ days straight, I was either sitting in front of a computer or driving to another one. Not to mention arriving at Fedex at 9:24pm, when the drop off time for next day air is 9:30pm and have 6 minutes left on my dvd burn. Those dudes were not too stoked on me keeping them there to 9:31. But I made it and i slept like a baby that night!
When we went to Phoenix in March the video was nameless. How did "The Death of Fun" come about?
A couple of mass emails between team dudes, myself and Leigh (Ramsdell) and kapow! We bounced around with a couple of things, but everything was so serious, nothing fun. And yeah, we needed to be serious about the video, but there's no reason not to have any fun with it. So, looking back at the start of things, it kind of seems like the fun was being killed. It was The Death of Fun.
What's your overall perception of the completed video?
Death, fun'd over!
What's your favorite section in the video?
Man, thats a tough one. There wasn't a single section that wasn't fun watching, or editing for that matter. When driving home from work I would think about what section that I was going to focus on that evening. And it was probably the hardest thing to do. I enjoyed watching and working on them all so much that it would just turn into a brain fart. At times i'd just close my eyes and click on a section.
If you could change one thing about the project, what would it be?
I wish we had more time and money. Time so that we could film more and money so we could go anywhere and take the whole team together.
Did you get any riding clips in there?
Maybe.... but its not as cool as Terrell's. I've had a tore up knee for a while and its been hindering my stunt'n status. I'm having surgery at the end of Rocktober to get a refurbed zombie ACL installed, so next spring I'll be doing much better 1 footed xups.
Who got the last section?
Two of the coolest bff's I've ever known!
What's the best story you have from any of the filming trips?
The video is probably a story within itself. We had so many good times together. Like buying a bum breakfast so Seamus could curve wallride over his urinal. Leigh completely killing himself last summer. Zach wrecking, A LOT! Kelly freaking Bolton! Adding Karl to the team and getting to bro down with him. Riding in the TL88 of course! Ah man, it’s so hard, I'm getting teary eyed just thinking about it!
What's one thing you want everybody to know about the video?
We started riding bmx bikes for fun; lets keep it that way! And, that It’s an awesome video that everyone should buy! Its also packed with some sweet bonus stuff too!
What's next for The Mangler?
Well... getting my knee fixed in October. We're doing Inside/Outs again next year so I'll be working on a best of edit during rehab time. And continue to have fun doing bike stuff. And dreaming about doing sweet abubucas - Mark Protoz style!
Any thanks?
A lot of thanks actually! The whole Eastern Bikes crew, especially Leigh, Jon and Mike. Everybody's momas and dadys. My lovely wife April, she rules! Everyone who showed us around their local spots and let us crash at their homes. My boss(at my full time job, news-record.com) Mike Grossman, for being a cool dude. All the teams other sponsors. Everyone who watches our web videos. Everyone who buys and supports Eastern Bikes. And the dude who sent me these questions, I think his name is Kyle?
Check out The Death of Fun's trailer:
Check out this video from an Eastern filming trip that Vital BMX was on board for last March:
Levi's® - Get Inside the Mind of Morgan Wade
Morgan Wade is one of the gnarliest riders in all of BMX. Whenever there's a gap that everyone is scared of, Morgan is usually right there to flair it. Got a question
for him? Here's your chance to ask it! Get inside the mind of
Levi's® BMX Pro Morgan Wade here on Vital BMX. Post your questions for Morgan here in the comments box. We'll pick our favorites and have Morgan
give you his answers on camera. Each month Vital BMX will give you a
chance to ask questions to a different Levi's® BMX Pro. Check back
often to see who's next.Nike 6.0 Apparel Photos & More
Nike 6.0 recently brought photographer Todd Selby on board for an apparel shoot with Nigel Sylvester and Garrett Reynolds. When you're done checking out the photos, give this interview with Nigel about the shoot a read.Nigel Sylvester Interview
So, did you have free range to choose the photo locations for the Nike 6.0 apparel shoot?
Yea I had free range. I really enjoyed the creative process that Nike and I went through on this project. It was great that I was able to pick locations that I was familiar and comfortable with. Not to mention, Todd Selby is an incredible photographer.
Rumor has it you helped design some of the 6.0 apparel pieces? How does that process go down?
That is one of the benefits of being with a company such as Nike. A lot of people may not believe this, but they really consider and involve their athletes in the design process. When I sat down with some of the designers like Peter, we were able to develop pieces that were different from the traditional 6.0 look and it’s great to see my style influencing the line.
How would you define your style?
I do what I want.
What's the story behind the diner?
The diner is one of those local spots that I know I am always guaranteed a good meal. The staff is very welcoming and "Pop" the Chef never lets me down. I try to visit it as much as I possibly can.
Do you seriously eat egg white omelets every day? What other eating habits do you have that we don't know about?
No, of course I switch it up every now and then, but egg white omelets are a staple within my favorite meals.
What's hot at Format right now?
Format is hot. The store represents for Queens and Queens will always be hot.
Besides the diner and Format what are your other go to stops on a day to day basis?
Whenever I'm out and about in NYC, besides hitting up Format and the Diner you can usually find me at some of my favorite riding spots such as the Banks. Or you can find me in LES when I'm tryn to get fresh, and uptown chilling with Jerry aka "The Baby".
Click here to check out the photos from the Nike 6.0 apparel shoot.
Vans Video Vault - Gary Young
Gary Young's shoe of choice is the Vans Dunbar 3. Check out why he likes it along with some great riding:
This month Vans put together a great contest giving you the chance to win the gear used by Gary Young. Three lucky winners will take home Gary's signature Pro-Tec helmet, a pair of his endorsed colorway Dunbar 3 shoes, a Vans t-shirt, and an autographed poster. It’s a great package!
Click here to enter. Act fast - the contest ends on 9/30/09!
This month Vans put together a great contest giving you the chance to win the gear used by Gary Young. Three lucky winners will take home Gary's signature Pro-Tec helmet, a pair of his endorsed colorway Dunbar 3 shoes, a Vans t-shirt, and an autographed poster. It’s a great package!
Click here to enter. Act fast - the contest ends on 9/30/09!
Levi’s® BMX You Pick the Trick - Dakota Roche
This month Dakota Roche stars in Levi’s® You Pick the Trick. Cast your vote on which trick you’d like to learn. Vital BMX will tally the poll and Dakota will teach the most popular move in an upcoming video feature. Here are the five tricks to choose from.What trick would you like to learn from Dakota Roche?
Levi's® - Get Inside the Mind of Zack Warden
Not only is Zack Warden one of the youngest and most progressive vert riders in all of BMX, he's also one of the most fun people to be around that you will ever meet. Got a question for him? Here's your chance to ask it! Get inside the mind of
Levi's® BMX Pro Zack Warden here on Vital BMX. Post your questions for Zack here in the comments box. We'll pick our favorites and have Zack give you his answers on camera. Each month Vital BMX will give you a chance to ask questions to a different Levi's® BMX Pro. Check back often to see who's next.Levi’s® BMX You Pick the Trick - Corey Martinez
This month Corey Martinez stars in Levi’s® You Pick the Trick. Cast your vote on which trick you’d like to learn. Vital BMX will tally the poll and Corey will teach the most popular move in an upcoming video feature. Here are the five tricks to choose from.