The BMX In Our Blood

Steve Crandall, an interview I've been looking to do since I started the podcast last October. Drove down to Richmond, VA and was treated to a taste of Steve's Richmond life. In Part 1 you will hear much about FBM's history as well as Steve's history with BMX. Be sure to turn up the volume when walks a bit away from the mic to tend to dinner among other things, those are more moments you will want...

The much anticipated Part 2 of the Garrett Byrnes interview is here! Enjoy! Thank you Garrett Byrnes for you insight and impact, much appreciated by all. As always support those that support BMX. Thanks again to www.crustbikes.com for the interview space, it was perfect. Lastly, keep July 29th open for the Find Your Fight Jam for the family of Kevin Robinson. It is shaping up to be the best fundra...

Garrett Byrnes. I went into this interview like most interviews, interested in the life of a BMXer but not knowing much beyond the person in the photos, documentaries, video parts, etc. This is the reason why I do it. The payoff was huge with Garrett. This is the 1st time I have split a podcast into two parts because there is so much about Garrett that I would love for you all to hear and not feel...

Dave King has touched more dirt in his life than most gravediggers. Seriously, Dave has been a part of so many contest and park builds around the world and tells stories from some of this experiences in this podcast. Originally an Eastern PA BMX trail rider and builder, Dave has now building as a full time job for almost 10 years. When you see the X Games dirt course or a Killington jump line this...

Pauly Cvikevich, otherwise known as Pauly Pirate, is a driven guy with the best intentions. After the interview was over I just know that Pauly will reach his goal of getting kids in Kenya on BMX bikes. In the meantime he will be killing the local trails and surf spots while working hard on his Animal Series artwork and developing his philanthropic plan with Garrett Byrnes. To find Pauly for artwo...

Mike Savage. We'll leave it at that. The podcast will help you interpret him in any way you choose. Lots of questions were missed because we were at 3-1/2 hours before editing so the limit had been hit. As always, please follow The BMX In Our Blood on the web at www.thebmxinourblood.com for links to any of the #35 episodes to date and information on the Find Your Fight Jam on July 29th at the Powd...

The Women of BMX, six of them anyway, sat down with me one by one and discussed what BMX means to them. They spoke of camaraderie, friendships, love of the woods, battling stereotypes, using riding to overcome depression and more. The podcast idea came to me while driving to Catty Woods for their Midschool bike swap/work day. I knew there would be a strong women presence there so I surprised them...

Catty Woods interview with the two mainstays of the Catty trails, Chris Janis and The Schwantz! These guys are amazing with there dedication to the trails that all of us get to enjoy. This podcast interview was recording during the mid school bike swap and dig day, the place was hopping with volunteers and vendors. Nice job Jason Lonergan for arranging the day. Many thanks to Janis and Schwantz fo...

The Potoczny brothers, Mike and Mark...or is it Mark and Mike? Plenty of joking around about two of the legends of the Pittsburgh scene that continue to make their mark on the East Coast. Both have traveled extensively internationally but love Pittsburgh and will always call it home. Stories from the early days of racing South Park to creating one of the best indoor wood jump lines in the Country...

Trey Jones is one passionate and determined 25 year old. He has already put down two major BMX events with Swamp Fest 1 and 2 as well as being sponsored by two major companies for over ten years combined, Cult and now Subrosa. Trey is proud to call Central Florida home and equally as proud to be a Lynyrd Skynyrd listening redneck that drives a 1979 TransAm as though he is Burt Reynolds. In the int...

Episode #30 - VANS With Director Of Global Merchandising - Sean Methven by Interviews with the BMX community

The 5th annual Next Generation Jam was held yesterday (April 7th) at The Wheel Mill in Pittsburgh and it was awesome. Over 200 kids under the age of 16 showed up to compete for fun in a no pressure atmosphere as created by the Next Generation Jam volunteers and The Wheel Mill. The amount of donations from the BMX industry and well as local businesses made for a win win situation for any Next Gener...

Sometimes you meet people in BMX that are so crazy on the bike and off that you can only assume how the conversation is going to go and just hold on tight. As Gary Young said, Tom (or Tommy as the girls say) is a free spirit. He ended up being so awesome to talk to. As it usually goes, the guest figures that 30-45 minutes is the limit for what they have to talk that may be interesting. I've never...

Gary Young! The man behind the amazing professional BMX freestyle athlete that you all know and love. Listen in as Gary tells stories about everything from word traveling to his humble beginnings in San Diego. Definitely one of the nicest pros you could meet. I was very fortunate to have Chris Doyle, a good friend of Gary's, available to sit in on this one and add to the experience for the listene...

Episode #26 - Full Throttle Mike Cottle by Interviews with the BMX community

It's not too often you talk to a total freestyle badass that is incredibly motivated to give back to the BMX community. Brian Kachinsky is just that person. He and Van Homan have created a three stop amateur BMX freestyle series that started in Maryland, continued in Pittsburgh at The Wheel Mill (where this interview took place) and will wrap up at the Four Seasons park in Milwaukee on March 24th....

Get comfortable students of BMX history, John Paul Rogers has a few stories to tell from his career in the BMX industry. From privately held manufacturers to a corporate monster, JPR has been part of it all. In addition, his own endeavors with Mental Jimmy's, Caste shoes, Faction magazine and more make you wonder if there is anything he hasn't tried. If you ever wanted to know more about UGP, S&M,...

Ok, I'm a little biased but for good reason. Robbie "Robo" Morales is the real deal. Has he been perfect? Admittedly, no. Who really is? Robbie openly talks about exactly this in the interview. What Robbie has been is an accomplished trail rider, racer, street rider, marketer, company owner and dedicated sponsor to his riders over the years. Having grown up around Robbie I have seen the sincere, t...

Ronnie Bonner is the man. With over 30 years in the BMX industry as an owner, designer, manufacturer, event promotor and likely the best laugh in BMX...you will love this episode. I left this interview feeling like family, just the way you should when you connect with a friend as passionate about the sport as you are. If you don't feel the need to give back to the sport after listening, listen aga...

This is the history of the Mullaly Bike Park as told by the core caretakers and mentors of this historic non-profit park located on the side of Yankee Stadium. Listen in as the guys talk about the 30 years of history that all began with the Rad Dogs and just a couple ramps on an old ice skating rink back in 1988. Everything from King of NY contests to wrestling matches took place here along with a...

Chris Doyle, the consummate professional with the friendliness of an old friend. I have to admit, this one intimated me a bit because Chris is so well spoken and experienced...and I'm not! Ultimately, Chris's demeanor made the interview flow so well. Chris has an amazing memory and articulated his experiences so well. I'm positive you will all love this one. As always, support the companies that s...

The Halahan boys...if you don't know them, get to. Not only are they shredders on in the BMX world but they skate, build amazing trails, have outdoor skills, deeply respect BMX history and are incredibly supportive of each right down to their 5 year old sister. On top of that they have amazing parents that get it, really get it. In this interview I really got to appreciate what it's like to be a k...

So excited to publish this podcast! Isaac Ground Chuck McCrea is the total package. Honest, entertaining, generous and not afraid to offend anyone! If you are looking for quotes and stories that will stand the test of time, listen closely to this one, Ground Chuck doesn't disappoint. Example, "if I didn't get hurt I would make Clint Reynolds my b*tch". That's for starters. Seriously though, Isaac...

Nina Buitrago is an Austin-ite that has been riding and promoting BMX for years, always with an eye on the well being of the sport for women. I was fortunate enough to spend the weekend in Pittsburgh during the Ride Like A Girl clinic weekend at the Wheelmill and caught up with Nina there. Nina is so well spoken with an infectious laugh and smile. She also happens to be the USA UCI rider represent...

I was fortunate enough to catch up with Nuno Oliveira when he was visiting his family on Long Island during the holidays. Nuno is involved with Odyssey, Fairdale and Sunday among others on the marketing end and has been in the BMX industry for over 15 years. We touch on his Long Island BMX roots and talk teams, Taj, Texas Toast, manufacturing and more. Really grateful to have caught up with him on...