Results update from Portland

With a whole crew of Mirraco riders in Portland and three disciplines on the schedule, it's hard to keep track on who does what. Here's a Saturday result update from the Dew Tour.

-Austin Coleman finished 7th in the vert finals
-Alessandro Barbero, Chris Hughes and Ryan Guettler do not transfer to the Park finals. barbero came closest with 15th.
-Dave Mirra (9th) and Andy Buckworth (4th) both make the Park finals which will be held today, Sunday 15 August 2010.



Sunday, August 15th - Gates Open at 12:00PM
3:30PM - 4:30PM BMX Park Final

For those not able to attend the Wendy's Invitational in Portland, you can catch in
on USA.
USA Sunday, Aug. 15 2-3am EDT
USA Monday, Aug. 16 7-8am EDT
Schedule is subject to change, so please check your local listings.



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Austin Coleman to vert finals at Dew Tour.

Congrats to Austin Coleman for making the final at the Dew Tour event in Portland. Third place in qualifying ain't too shabby. Good luck in the finals.

Vert prelims results Friday 13 August 2010.
1 Simon Tabron 88.13
2 Vince Byron 87.88
3 Austin Coleman 87.13
4 Jimmy Walker 86.75
5 Zackery Warden 86.63
6 Francisco Zurita 86.38
7 Dennis McCoy 86.25

8 Jay Eggleston 85.50
9 Jorge Jovel 85.38
10 Mike Mancuso 85.25
11 Brian Hunt 83.75
12 Jason Branham 82.25
13 Ben Snowden 81.00
14 Bob Kohl 80.88
15 Mykel Larrin 80.00
16 Zachary Newman 79.00
17 Jonathan Chin 78.25

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Ryan Guettler wallpaper on RIDE

RideBMX.com have got some awesome wallpaper shots up from a recent Vans trip they were on. Ryan Guettler was not only on the trip but got a wallpaper shot for his own. You can get it in different sizes (for standard or widescreen monitors) on the Ride website by going HERE.

Photo by Keith Mulligan

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Mirraco's Andy Buckworth breaks down Portland's Dew Tour Dirt course. Finishes 11th.

Andy Buckworth was grabbed to do this dirt course explanation for the Dew Tour stop in Portland. He finished 11th in the finals. Watch the clip to see what he thinks of the course:

Dew Tour Wendy's Invitational Friday, August 13, 2010 Portland, Ore.

BMX Dirt Finals
1.Brett Banasiewicz, South Bend, Ind., 94.12. 2. Ryan Nyquist, San Jose, Calif., 92.81. 3. Dennis Enarson, La Mesa, Calif., 91.94. 4. Luke Parslow, Brisbane, AUS, 91.06. 5. Brandon Dosch, Lake Orion, Mich., 90.75. 6. James Foster, Redlands, Calif., 89.94. 7. Anthony Napolitan, Youngstown, Ohio, 89.87. 8. Chris Doyle, Pittsburgh, Penn., 87.81. 9. TJ Ellis, Moreno Valley, Calif., 86.44. 10. Corey Bohan, Brisbane, AUS, 86.00. 11. Andrew Buckworth, Lake Haven, AUS, 85.75. 12. Diogo Canina, Amparo, BRA, 84.06.

BMX Dirt - Tour Rankings
1.Brett Banasiewicz, 200. 2. Brandon Dosch, 162. 3. Luke Parslow, 158. 4. Ryan Nyquist, 150. 5. Dennis Enarson, 130. 6. Andrew Buckworth, 120. 7. Chris Doyle, 112. 8. TJ Ellis, 112. 9. Jaie Toohey, 105. 10. Corey Bohan, 96.

By Allisports

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Buckworth qualifies for Dirt Finals in Portland

Andy Buckworth will be riding the Dew Tour Dirt finals in Portland. The Aussie qualified in 4th place today. Ryan Guettler is riding semi injured and still got 17th in qualifiers but will have to sit out tomorrow's Dirt finals. Park prelims for both of them (and Dave Mirra, Alessandro Barbero and Chris Hughes) are coming up on Saturday.

2010 Portland Dew Tour - Dirt Qualifying Results:
1. Dennis Enarson - 90.50
2. Diogo Canina - 90.13
3. Ryan Nyquist - 89.88
4. Andrew Buckworth - 89.00
5. Corey Bohan - 88.75
6. Chris Doyle - 87.63
7. Anthony Napolitan - 87.38
8. James Foster - 87.25
9. TJ Ellis - 87.00

10. Colton Satterfield - 86.25
11. Jaie Toohey - 86.00
12. Chris Gerber - 86.00
13. Morgan Wade - 85.88
14. Dave Dillewaard - 84.75
15. Kevin Porter - 83.38
16. Josh Hult - 83.38
17. Ryan Guettler - 83.13
18. Nate Berkheimer - 82.75
19. Ben Wallace - 81.50
20. Gary Young - 78.75
21. Cory Nastazio - 77.00
22. Seth Klinger - 76.50
23. Scotty Cranmer - 76.38
24. David Girsch - 74.50
25 TJ. Lavin 73.25
26. Rob Darden - 70.25

Top 9 to ride in finals. Pre-qualified for finals from podium at Chicago Dew Tour: Brett Banasiewicz, Brandon Dosch, Luke Parslow.

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An update by Trans Am owner Kyle Baldock

The weekend that just passed I found myself 4 hours away from Greenville in a town known as Charlotte. They had set up an awesome park course in a parking lot in the middle of town. There were many Aussies out there riding and absolutley shredding. The weather was extremley humid but we just went out there and made the most of it. We were split into groups, then rode the course in a train like manner.

I ended up placing first and winning an '88 Trans Am. All in all it was one of the best comps I have rode in this year, the format and riders in the comp were just great!

We all had a long day and a very long drive back to Greenville, the trip was well worth it.

-Kyle Baldock



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1 Love with Nigel Sylvester

Following is the latest video from Nike Sportswear's "1 Love," an ongoing Nike Sportswear experience created to celebrate the AF1 and hoops culture throughout NYC's five boroughs. This short features FORMAT: a lifestyle and BMX shop in Queens owned by Mirraco rider Nigel Sylvester, along with friends Nigel Sparkes and Jason "Cheech" Hall.



This digital short is the fourth film released as part of "1 Love," the first two featuring Brooklyn-raised rapper Theophilus London, and Harlem-raised XL Recordings artist Miss Banks.

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Mirraco riders at Dew Tour in Portland this weekend.

Today the 2nd stop of the 2010 Dew Tour kicks off in Portland, OR. The following Mirraco riders are on the starting list: Dave Mirra, Ryan Guettler, Andy Buckworth, Alessandro Barbero, and flow riders Chris Hughes and Austin Coleman. Here's the schedule and the TV listings.

The Wendy's Invitational schedule of events is as follows:

Thursday, August 12th - Gates Open at 2:00PM
7:00PM - 9:00PM BMX Dirt Prelims

Friday, August 13th - Gates Open at 3:00PM
3:00PM - 4:30PM BMX Vert Prelims
7:30PM - 9:00PM BMX Dirt Final
9:00PM - 11:00PM Neon Trees and Paper Tongues Concert at Rose Quarter

Saturday, August 14th - Gates Open at 12:00PM
4:00PM - 6:30PM BMX Park Prelims
7:00PM - 8:00PM BMX Vert Final

Sunday, August 15th - Gates Open at 12:00PM
3:30PM - 4:30PM BMX Park Final


***SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE***

For those not able to attend the Wendy's Invitational in Portland, you can catch in
on USA all weekend long.

USA Saturday, Aug. 14 Midnight-1am EDT
USA Sunday, Aug. 15 2-3am EDT
USA Monday, Aug. 16 7-8am EDT
Schedule is subject to change, so please check your local listings.

Mirraco flow rider Kyle Baldock wins TransAm car!

The TransJam had a car up for grabs for first place in Pro Park. Mike Laird and Mirraco's flow rider Kyle Baldock decided to give it a shot. Mike ended up getting 11th but Aussie Kyle Baldock won the TransAm car! How cool is that!

Pro Park results Trans Jam.
1st- Kyle Baldock
2nd- Matt Whyatt
3rd- Ondra Slez
4th- Adrew Ahumada
5th- James Foster
6th- David Girsch
7th- Alex Johann
8th- Jared Ward
9th- Thomas Glew
10th- Shann Farrugia
11th- Mike Laird
12th- Russell Summerville
13th- Austin Hardee

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Radio interview with Nigel Sylvester by ItsIndyTV

World renowned, professional BMX Bike Rider, Nigel Sylvester, chops it up with Indy and Truthcity on the Midday Invasion about everything from being single to diversity in extreme sports. Check it out below:



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Albums from Main and Sylvester?

We all know that Harry Main and Nigel Sylvester are killer riders. But did you know that they've got their own records out? Different tunes for each one of them but great album covers for both. Spotted at the 6.0 Round House in France.



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8th place for Buckworth in HB BMX PRO comp final.

2010 Nike 6.0 HB BMX Pro Final Results:
1. Ryan Nyquist 93.25
2. Daniel Dhers 91.00
3. Dennis Enarson 90.75
4. Brett Banasiewicz 90.50
5. Jeremiah Smith 90.25
6. Garrett Reynolds 89.00
7. Pat Casey 86.75
8. Andy Buckworth 86.75
9. Craig Mast 86.75
10. Brandon Dosch 84.75

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Guettler gives final spot to Buckworth

If you're wondering why last year's Nike 6.0 HB BMX Pro winner Ryan Guettler is not riding the finals in Huntington Beach today, well he had a bit of a crash yesterday and gave his spot to Mirraco team mate Andy Buckworth who came in in 11th at Saturday's qualifier. So Guettler is out, Buckworth is in for his chance to make a chunk out of the $ 85,000.= USD prize purse ($ 25,000.= going to first place).

Watch it live by going here:

http://usopenofsurfing.com/live.cfm

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Guettler makes finals at Nike HB BMX Pro contest

With 10 riders making it to the finals in heat number three we can see that Ryan Guettler just made it and Andy Buckworth just missed the cut. People are having a good time on the beach in California and today's finals will go off.

Follow it live at: US OPEN BMX (hit it).

2010 Nike 6.0 HB BMX Pro - Day 3 Results:
1. Jeremiah Smith - 90.25
2. Daniel Dhers - 89.75
3. Brett Banasiewicz - 89.00
4. Craig Mast - 89.00
5. Pat Casey - 88.25 (tie)
6. Dennis Enarson - 88.25 (tie)
7. Ryan Nyquist - 86.50
8. Garrett Reynolds - 84.75
9. Brandon Dosch - 84.25 (tie)
10. Ryan Guettler - 84.25 (tie)
11. Andy Buckworth - 83.25
12. Allan Cooke - 83.00
13. Mark Webb - 80.00
14. Scotty Cranmer - 78.25
15. Mike Clark - 65.75

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Nigel Sylvester answered your questions

The September 2010 issue of RIDEBMX is about to come out and Nigel Sylvester has answered your questions in this one. Next rider up to answer the reader questions is Harry Main so get ready for that one too.

Next to Q&A article, Nigel also has a double page GO ALL DAY Gatorade ad in the same copy. The newsstands should have the RIDEBMX mag on the shelves any day now. Find it.



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New Gatorade clip of Nigel Sylvester & friends

Nigel Sylvester and friends headed south for a quick trip to Phoenix, Arizona. The crew rides from dawn to dark, meet up with locals along the way, find some new sweet spots, and have a few experiences that makes a good trip with friends even better.



Nigel's website with behind the scenes and extra content from the trip is: www.NigelRidesAllDay.com

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2011 Mirraco bikes

The new 2011 Mirraco website should be up in a little bit. It's got all the new 2011 bikes with all the specs, pictures, etc. But if you can't wait to see the new BMX bikes, take a look over at RIDE BMX. They came down and posted up a good portion of the 2011 range.

Hit this link to view the article.

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Barbero newsletter

Alessandro Barbero just sent out another newsletter. It gives you an idea of what he's been up to. Here's a summary:

-Oakley demo with JB, Dean Cueson, Simone Barraco, and Sergio Layos in Genoa. Ale did some flairs, flip variations and a no-handed frontie in the demo.

-Barbero was a guest in the studio of DJ TV in Milan

-Ale did an interview with Gazetta.it, one of the biggest newspapers in Italy.

-The Italian filmed a few more episodes with Disney XD. Watch him in the "School of Champions"

-Ever wanted to be a radio DJ? Alessandro got to play 10 of his favourite songs on "Rock 'n Roll" radio. Hope they accepted his hip hop tunes...

-Last but not least, Ale did a third show for Oakley with some of his riding friends. Jesolo was the place.

If you want to be in the loop of what's happening with Alessandro, just bookmark the www.alessandrobarbero.com website.

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Why Mirra didn't ride Park at the X-Games

For all those wondering why Dave Mirra didn't ride bmx this year at the x-games here is the explanation from Mirra himself: "I slammed pretty hard in practice at the Dew Tour in Chicago the day before finals. I tweaked my back so I decided to pull out of park this year. I figured since rally is less physical I would focus on the two rally events. Sorry and I will be back real soon."

- Dave

Photo by Subaru

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Chris Hughes' welcome to Mirraco edit. By Ryan Guettler.

Chris Hughes is officially on the Mirraco flow program. Here's a welcome edit that Ryan Guettler made:



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Ryan Guettler joined Alpinestars autograph session

Being a Pro rider entails more than riding a bike. You gotta keep your sponsors happy and that means signing posters, T-shirts, postcards and..... watch yourself:



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Ryan Guettler Talks About His Forearm Tattoo

Sometimes you should not think, but just ask. Here's a video by Allisports of Ryan Guettler explaining his forearm tattoo.



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BMX Big Air Andy Buckworth Bronze video

The X-Games are a huge event with tons of media coverage. ESPN does a good job putting BMX on the map for the future generation. They've got the clip online of Andy Buckworth's bronze medal run. In case you missed it on TV, here it is:



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Monster Energy press release regarding Buckworth's Bronze

ANDY BUCKWORTH SCORES BMX FREESTYLE BIG AIR BRONZE. The 19 Year Old Podiums in His First X Games Ever

Monster Energy's Andy Buckworth surprised all with a well-earned bronze medal in BMX Freestyle Big Air at X Games 16, unveiling his double front flip on one run and a superman front flip on another run. It was his first podium in his first X Games‹the 19 year old from Australia was youngest rider in the field as the event took over the L.A. Memorial Coliseum.

While it was the double front flip over the big gap that gave Buckworth the podium, also very notable was the superman front flip he pulled on his second run.

About his trick selection in the finals, Buckworth said, "I definitely knew I was going to double frontie, but I didn't think it would have to be on the long gap. I thought I would be chillin' in my first X Games! But, I got the feeling I would have to step it up, so I went to the high side [of the drop in], and just thought,"hit 'em with it!"

Buckworth continued, "I couldn't be more psyched! It's just the most amazing honor to be invited to X Games 16, and to walk away with a medal is just the cherry on the cake."

More on Buckworth and X Games 16 can be found at www.monsterenergy.com

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X Games 16 BMX Freestyle Big Air Final Results. Bronze for Buckworth!

Congrats to Andy Buckworth on his first ever X-Games medal. Double frontie all the way. Final standings from the ESPN X Games 16 BMX Freestyle Big Air Final competition held at The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Calif. on July 31, 2010.

1. Chad Kagy Gilroy, Calif.
2. Steve McCann Melbourne, Australia
3. Andy Buckworth Lake Haven, Australia
4. Anthony Napolitan Youngstown, Ohio
5. Morgan Wade Tyler,Texas
6. Kevin Robinson East Providence, R.I.

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Nike Primo Custom clip with Nigel Sylvester

Nigel Sylvester is featured in the following Nike 6.0 Primo clip. If you're down with Nigel and Nike, you should check this out.



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Monster clip from the Dew Tour

Dave Mirra, Ryan Guettler and Mirraco's Andy Buckworth are being sponsored by Monster Energy. The drink company made a clip from the Dew Tour stop in Chicago and it features all three riders plus the rest of the Monster BMX freestyle team. If you're into movies, spend a few minutes of your time watching this:



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3 Mirraco riders in Dew Tour finals today

It's about finals time in Chicago at the Nike 6.0 BMX Open, the first round of the 2010 Dew Tour. If you have the chance to watch it live, do so. The riding will be insane. The following Mirraco riders will be competing in the final event today:

Dave Mirra (Park, pre qualified)
Andy Buckworth (Dirt and Park)
Austin Coleman (Vert)

Good luck.

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Andy Buckworth and Chris Hughes transfer to the main program.

The first Dew Tour stop of the year takes place this weekend in Chicago. But before the comp kicked off, riders who were not pre-qualified (like Mirra, Barbero and Guettler) could try to qualify for the main event. With thirteen spots on the line and over 50 strong competitors this wasn't an easy task. The pre qualifiers held yesterday were held in both Park and Dirt.

We can now add Mirraco supported riders Chris Hughes and Andy Buckworth to the program. Chris scored the last spot in the park comp (13th) while Australian Andy Buckworth got fourth. In Dirt Andy even qualified in first so add his name to the starting list of two disciplines in Chicago.

Park Open BMX Qualifying Results:
1. Diogo Canina - 88.63
2. Dean Cueson - 88.25
3. Patrick Casey - 88.25
4. Andrew Buckworth - 87.88
5. Ben Wallace - 87.63
6. Gary Young - 86.88
7. Vince Byron - 86.50
8. Rob Armour - 86.50
9. Ronnie Napolitan - 85.75
10. James Foster - 85.75
11. Dan Foley - 85.38
12. Matt Sparks - 84.88
13. Chris Hughes - 84.50

14. Colton Satterfield - 84.38
15. Keith Schmidt - 84.13
16. Kyle Baldock - 84.13
17. Ondra Slez - 83.75
18. Seth Klinger - 83.63
19. Josh Hult - 83.63
20. Chad Kerley - 83.38
21. Matt Whyatt - 83.38
22. Scott Wirch - 83.13
23. Josh Harrington - 82.88
24. Dan Sieg - 82.75
25. Jaie Toohey - 82.38
26. Anthony Watkinson - 81.88
27. Brandon Christie - 81.38
28. Alistair Whitton - 81.25
29. Eric Vasquez - 81.25
30. Joe West - 81.13
31. Zackery Warden - 80.63
32. Colin Mackay - 79.88
33. Kelly Bolton - 79.75
34. Ben Voyles - 79.50
35. Bryant Shepherd - 79.38
36. Mykel Larrin - 78.75
37. Glenn Salyers - 77.75
38. Patrick Laughlin - 77.50
39. Francisco Zurita - 77.25
40. Jimmy Hale - 75.25
41. Zachary Gerber - 74.75
42. Kevin Porter - 74.25
43. Joey Hill - 73.25
44. Hector Restrepo - 72.50
45. Ronnie Surridge - 72.50
46. Chris Gerber - 70.38
47. Koji Kraft - 69.50
48. Jed Mildon - 69.38
49. Todd Meyn - 68.13
50. Lawrence Werrel - 67.88
51 .John Rodgers - 67.13
52. Ben Snowden - 65.88
53. Andrew Fox - 62.25
54. Quinn Semling - 62.00

Dirt Open Dew Tour pre Qualifying Results, Chicago:
1. Andrew Buckworth - 84.13
2. Jaie Toohey - 83.88
3. Morgan Wade - 83.25
4. Gary Young - 82.38
5. Seth Klinger - 82.13
6. Nate Berkheimer - 82.00
7. Cory Nastazio - 81.75
8. David Girsch - 81.75
9. Ben Wallace - 81.75
10. Brett Banasiewicz - 81.50
11. Kevin Porter - 81.38
12. Dave Dillewaard - 81.13
13. TJ Lavin - 80.88

14. AJ Anaya - 80.75
15. Brian Hunt - 80.13
16. Ronnie Napolitan - 79.50
17. Austin Coleman - 79.38
18. Matt Cordova - 78.75
19. Paul Langlands - 78.50
20. Joey Cordova - 78.38
21. Josh Stead - 78.38
22. Jed Mildon - 75.50
23. Zakary Earley - 75.50
24. Jeremiah Smith - 75.25
25. Jeremy Ball - 75.25
26. Scott Wirch - 73.38
27. Adam Aloise - 73.25
28. Shane Conlon - 73.00
29. Colin Mackay - 71.50
30. Brandon Christie - 69.25
31. Michael Stanek - 67.38
32. Michael Clark - 67.38
33. Joe West - 66.75
34. Kane O’hagan - 66.63
35. Patrick Casey - 63.75
36. Marcus Tooker - 63.25
37. Ben Voyles - 62.75
38. Dustin Griess - 62.75
39. Tom Dillon - 62.00
40. Eric Vasquez - 60.75

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Will you design a shoe with Nigel Sylvester at Niketown Chicago today?

Head to NIKETOWN Chicago today from 3:00-5:00pm to meet the team not to be messed with. Chicago hosts the second Dew Tour stop of the season, the Nike 6.0 BMX Open, this weekend outside of Soldier Field. Before NIKE's BMX athletes compete, they’re heading to NIKETOWN to hang out with their fans. Garrett Reynolds, Nigel Sylvester, Dennis Enarson and Mike Spinner will all take part in a Q&A, sign autographs and 1 lucky winner will customize a Zoom Primo iD with Nigel. Fans will also have a chance to win awesome prizes – tickets to the Dew Tour, Flip cameras, and an iPad.

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Mirraco riders @ 2010 Dew Tour

The 2010 Dew Tour series is about to kick off in Chicago. It's one of the more important BMX series in the world and representing Mirraco in Chicago this weekend will be Dave Mirra (Park), Alessandro Barbero (Park), Ryan Guettler (Park and Dirt) and also flow rider Austin Coleman (Vert). On top of that a few Mirraco riders are trying to get in through the open qualifier and we wish them all the luck. Keep your eyes open for our riders in Chicago. We'll keep you posted on how they do.

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How-To Footjam with Ryan Guettler

Not sure how many foot jams Ryan Guettler has done in his life but he's doing a few more in the following clip to teach you how to do them. Brought to you by Allisports.



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Fun session at the new backyard ramp with Ryan Guettler

Ryan Guettler's got a brand new ramp and houseguests Clint Millar and Alex Hiam got to sesh it with him. BMX is about having fun.



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Mirra, Rally, BMX

Dave Mirra sits down and discusses the difference between BMX and Rally Car racing and what it takes!



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Guettler's Whip 3-s

Ryan Guettler explains his new shoe in the following clip:



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A day in the life with Austin Coleman

Mirraco's flow rider Austin Coleman has his "A day in the life" video up on the Allisports website. See what makes Austin tick. Watch the video below:



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Ask Harry Main what you want to ask

Over on the RIDEBMX website you can send in your question for Harry Main. He'll answer the best questions in an upcoming issue of RIDEBMX magazine. To watch some videos of Harry, follow the following link, it will take you there. It also has all the info on how to get your question to Harry Main.

The Link.

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Ryan Guettler footage from Vans trip

It was a heavy hitter Vans trip earlier this year and Ryan Guettler was part of the crew. They visited various spots to take some fresh pictures and shoot for some web clips. Here's one for you and track down Ryan Guettler if you can.



Make sure to check out Ryan's profile on the Vans site. It's got a photo of his new Monster Pro-Tec helmet.

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Nigel Sylvester - Riding in Phoenix, AZ - Part 1

Gatorade keeps bringing out good stuff with Nigel Sylvester. He now even has his own website: www.nigelridesallday.com.

Here's a new clip of Nigel riding in Phoenix. Part one, more to follow. Stay tuned and visit Nigel on his new site.



Check out exclusive Go All Day content from Nigel's trip at: NigelRidesAllDay.com

Photo by Mark Losey

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Harry Main fans listen up

It didn't take Harry Main all that long to fill up the maximum of 5000 Facebook friends on his profile. To avoid disappointment, he has now opened up a Harry Main FAN page that you should check out. Harry's maintaining the site himself and yes you can sign up as a fan without any problems. Even your friends can sign up too, all of them. There is no limit to the facebook fans.

Check it out by clicking HERE.

You can also check out Harry's black as the night VW. It's a monster.

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Morning, Noon and Night with Nigel Sylvester

Check out Nigel Sylvester’s entire day in the order that it all went down, from morning to the afternoon, and finally into the night. Nigel starts his day cruising the streets, only to have a chance encounter with Teyana Taylor. His afternoon fades to night, as he rides through the streets of NYC with friends, ending up at the club.



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MIRRACO CHOCOLATE FRAME

Ride the exact same frame as Nigel Sylvester does. At least it won't be the frame that will hold you back on your next move on the ledge. Here's the info about the frame:

Made from heat-treated Japanese chromoly featuring an integrated headtube with Mirraco logo cutout, downtube gusset, single-butted seattube with integrated seat post clamp, externally machined Mid BB shell, wishbone rear end with double-butted and tapered chainstays, tapered seat stays, 6mm thick dropouts and no brake mounts or cable guides for brakeless riders.

-Headset Type: Integrated (Campy Spec)
-Gyro Tabs: N/A
-BB Type: Mid
-BB Height: 11.5"
-Chainstay: 13.75"
-Headtube Angle: 74.5°
-Seattube Angle: 71°
-Seattube Height: 8.4" (214mm)
-Seatpost Size: 25.4mm
-Seat Clamp: Integrated
-Dropout Size: 14mm
-Weight: 4 lbs 12 oz

Contact a Mirraco dealer for availability and price.

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Ryan Guettler in Zwanzig Zoll magazine

Life isn't always what it seems to be. Being on top level you do get invitations to ride at several events, some are even abroad. But how fun is it to take your bike apart, arrange a ride to the airport, sit there for a few hours, deal with checking in your bike and then sit on that seat for hours and hours straight to get to the event. With a bit of luck your bike arrives and you hope you'll find your driver who will take you to the hotel which does not seem to have air conditioning and very slow internet that you have to pay for. You're tired, but practice starts in 2 hours. You still have to put your bike together but all you want to do is sleep. When the shuttle picks you up you start feeling like a zombie. You don't know where you are, you don't know what day it is and you keep checking on your watch what time it is and then try to figure out the time difference. Let's not start about the food. It's too different from your own fridge or favourite restaurants at home. But you got to get through this, because the organiser or sponsor paid for your trip and you don't want to let them down.

But friends show up and the session kicks off. You're forgetting about all the trouble and are having fun all over a sudden, your bike gets you through this. In the end you do the tricks you wanted to do, you make finals, and you pick up a check. You party the night away before taking apart that bike and put it in the bag to do the same again from start to finish. Shuttle to the airport, wait in line, long flight, changing planes, finding your ride home and get to bed.

Ryan Guettler flew over to Germany for a weekend and had to go through all this to make it happen. He picked up the second place check and got a full page picture in Zwanzig Zollmag as well. Thanks to all the Mirraco riders for putting their work in promoting the brand. We understand it isn't as easy as it sounds.

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Harry Main Nike 6.0 ad

Harry Main is doing physical therapy at the moment to get back on his bike in full swing. Injuries have been a part of Harry's life unfortunately but as we all know, it's part of the game. Harry had to sit out some bigger contests because of it but has some events lined up that he wants to be a part of. Good motivation for sure.

In the meantime he got this new Nike 6.0 advertisement in the July/August issue of DIGBMX. Double page spread in Australia last year doing a 450 invert over the hip. Get well Harry.

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Ride with Nigel Sylvester

You've seen Nigel Sylvester in the magazines. You've seen the clips. You might have seen him on a giant billboard. But have you ridden with Nigel before? This is your chance.

Nigel Sylvester & Lennie Westfall are going to be in Miami Florida on July 17th at the South Florida Bike Expo. There will be a street course set up and this is everyone’s chance to play some Foot Down or a game of B.I.K.E. with Mirraco pro rider Nigel Sylvester & Mirraco's own Lennie Westfall. Bring your bike and all of your friends- everyone is welcome!

Place: South Florida Bike Expo
Date: Saturday 17 July 2010
Time: 1:00pm
Address: War Memorial Auditorium, Ft Lauderdale, FL
Riders: Nigel Sylvester & Lennie Westfall


Follow this link for more info.

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Staying busy with Alessandro Barbero

Keeping a website fresh requires some work. Alessandro Barbero does update his personal website on a regular basis and then also sends out newsletters with the latest happenings.He recently scored the cover of Oceanes mag. The Italian is doing an Entraque demo on 10 July next but is skipping this year's BMX Masters event in Cologne. The Dew Tour is where it's at for him in 2010 and he's received an invite already for the first round.

Here are a few updates you can find on Ale's site:

-Barcelona BMX Pro contest
-Interview in Gazetta.it, a huge Italian newspaper
-AleB on Rock 'n Roll radio
-New video interview with Alessandro
-Oakley BMX show
-more...

The URL: www.alessandrobarbero.com

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