Bike Filth

🎮 Bike Video Games Through the Years: From California Games to Mavrix 🚴From the pixelated BMX tracks of California Games to the high-speed freeride mayhem of Mavrix, this video dives deep into the wild history of bike video games! We cover BMX legends like Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX and Mat Hoffman’s Pro BMX, MTB classics like No Fear Downhill and Descenders, all the way to the strategic depths of...

📖 The Story of 4130 Publishing | Ride BMX, Dirt Mag & UK Print Culture | Bike FilthBefore the algorithm ruled cycling media, there was 4130 Publishing—the raw, rebellious force behind Ride BMX UK, Dirt Magazine, Document, and more. Born in Dorchester and led by Mark Noble, 4130 didn’t just print magazines—they created a movement. In this episode of Bike Filth, we dive deep into the rise of 41...

The Wild Ride of Fat Chance Bicycles | MTB Icons Who Changed the GameBefore carbon fiber was king, before suspension forks ruled the trails — there was Fat Chance. In this episode of Bike Filth, we dive deep into the legendary story of Fat City Cycles and the iconic Chris Chance, the man who helped shape mountain biking in the ’80s and ’90s with steel frames, East Coast grit, and a punk rock attit...

Before carbon bikes, Red Bull Rampage, or GoPros on full-face helmets, there was Greg Herbold. With a neon kit, a mullet that wouldn’t quit, and the guts to bomb downhill courses no one had ever seen before, Herbold didn’t just race—he defined downhill mountain biking. In this deep-dive video, we explore the wild career of the man who won the first-ever UCI Downhill World Championship in 1990. Fro...

He was fast. He was flashy. And he brought BMX attitude to the mountain bike world. This is the wild ride of Dave Cullinan—the rider who went from dirt jumping punk to downhill world champion in just a few years. Before Shaun Palmer, before the corporate race kits, there was Cullinan—shredding in neon, scrubbing jumps, and flipping the script on what a champion could look like. From his BMX roots...

Cedric Gracia wasn’t just fast—he was freakin’ fearless. From crushing World Cup downhills to sending massive freeride lines with a smile, CG turned mountain biking into a full-blown show. In this in-depth bio, we dive into the career of one of MTB’s most iconic (and most entertaining) riders. From his early BMX roots in France to dominating downhill and slopestyle events around the globe, Cedric...

Before the tattoos, the war paint, and the headlines—there was the speed. In this episode of Bike Filth, we dive deep into the legendary career of Missy “The Missile” Giove, one of the most iconic and fearless downhill mountain bikers of all time. From dominating the NORBA circuit to redefining what it meant to be a pro athlete in the ‘90s, Missy didn’t just race—she exploded onto the scene with u...

He raced BMX. He dominated mountain biking. He crushed it on the road. This is the full story of John Tomac, one of the most versatile and influential cyclists of all time. From his early BMX days to pioneering mountain bike racing with Yeti and Raleigh, to launching his own bike brand Tomac Bikes, and raising a motocross champion in Eli Tomac—John’s legacy is massive. We dive deep into:His BMX ro...

These Bike Trends SUCK! (And Here’s Why Cyclists Are Done With Them)Are modern cycling trends ruining bikes? In this episode of Bike Filth, we break down the most hated bike trends in 2025 — the gear, styles, and tech upgrades that cyclists love to complain about. From questionable MTB mods to road cycling fashion disasters, we’re calling out the worst offenders in the world of bikes. Whether you’...

What an absolute legend Dave Mirra has left us. An inspiration to all BMXers and cyclists. He's a role model to millions and legendary figure for extreme sports, thank you Dave.

ran by riders with one of the greatest frame builders at the helm Spooky made some of the most beautiful frames in the world. Unfortunately its not all successful when we take a closer look at this legendary brand.

One of BMXs greatest brands might not be as old as you think. In this video we take a look at the legendary Snafu and their awesome game changing components. If your in the UK check out ‪@alansbmx‬ for some of the great snafu products they have in stock.

One of the greatest downhill riders to have walked this Earth. We take a quick look at the legend that is Nicolas Vouilloz.

Belt drive bikes are not new, but the technology is changing. We wanted to do a video on what the current state of play with belt drive bikes is as its not a common setup in the bike industry. We've borrowed some photos from the internet most are from Pinion which are a company you should check out if your interested in belt drive bikes. If your image appears in the video let us know and will...

GT have always been a big player in the bike industry, in this video we look into the brand that pushed both BMX and MTB to new heights and lost themselves along the way.

I've had a lot of difficulty pronouncing his name in previous videos. Richie Schley is someone I didn't really know about, but his name always comes up with Brett Tippie and Wade Simmons as a pioneer of free ride. I felt the need to investigate further and found out I have probably seen him in Kranked, one of the most pivotal mountain bike films ever, he was also at the first ever Redbull...

Wade Simmons is one of the pioneers of free ride. He also won the first ever Red Bull Rampage and rides for Rocky Mountain. Here is out short but sweet look at the legend that is mr Wade Simmons. If you enjoyed the video please give it a like and subscribe for more bike related content.

From dominating the tracks of the UK to conquering the global BMX scene, Dale Holmes is a name etched into the sport's DNA. In this video, we dive deep into the life and legacy of one of the greatest BMX racers of all time. From his early racing days in England, to multiple world titles, Olympic coaching roles and building the next generation of riders - Holmes has done it all. This is more th...

Bob Haro is as big a name in BMX as they come. In this video we have a brief look at who the legend is and why he's a legend. From the birth of Freestyle BMX, his love of design through to being in E.T. If you've ever seen a Haro bike you should watch this.

If you were a kid of the 80s you probably know who Andy Ruffell is, if not you need too. Andy was one of the first people in the UK to showcase BMX he even had his own signature Raleigh Burner.

Who doesn't love a bit of S&M? This company is what BMX is all about. In this episode we take a brief look at what makes a rider owned company compete an win against the big dogs of the cycling industry.