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S&M Bikes at ACT Jam 2023 video

Last year we flew prolific BMX videographer Stew Johnson across to film the ACT Jam and he was able to get the S&M Bikes team to join in, making a...
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Canberra BMX Exhibition: 'Crete and Clay

'CRETE & CLAY: 20+ Years of Canberra BMX Photo/Video/Art exhibition Saturday 29 June @ Soulution 16/5 Soundy Close Belconnen ACT 6pm - Late Free entry BYO Get there and see...
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All the videos from ACT Jam 2023 BMX event

Relive all the raddest moments from ACT Jam 2023 in these epic highlight videos from the weekend... Then set your alarm - because ACT Jam 2024 is on November 1 - 3 in Canberra

 

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Iconic music in BMX video parts

BMX and its use of music contributes to the one part of the vastness of what makes BMX culture so amazing.

I've got my top three iconic BMX video part music choices below, plus a bonus video part section... See them all here.

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ACT Jam 2023 Belco Bowl video

Set your alarm - ACT Jam 2024 is on November 1-3 in Canberra! This footage was from the 2023 ACT Jam, Day one at Belconnen skatepark. Some of the best...
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History of Backbone: Fit Bike Co team in store

This was a special time in Backbone BMX history; our first shop and the biggest in store we've ever had. It was 2008 (we think) and a powerhouse of a Fit BMX team came through.
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The 3 most iconic BMX tabletops of all time

There's little debate on the most iconic trick of all time on a BMX.. It's the tabletop. I wanted to share 3 of my favourite tabletops of all time, these...
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Jack Gruber 'A While Between Drinks'

A while between drinks’ was filmed in the transition of moving from Canberra ACT to Melbourne Victoria - and what a ride that was. 262-ish days of lockdown in Melbourne, a fractured foot and ribs, torn ankle ligaments and still a bunch of awesome times sprinkled throughout...

- Jack Gruber

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Troy Lee Designs D4 Helmet Review (2024) - Is a $1100 AUD full face helmet worth it?

Used by everyone from World Champion BMX racers, to the wildest Freeride MTBers, the Troy Lee D4 helmet offers up the highest level of protection and features of just about any full face helmet on the market.

With the range making its way into Backbone, we thought we'd see what the benefits - and potential setbacks - are of the latest Troy Lee D4 full face helmet release, comparing all three options.

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Mike Aitken: The BMX GOAT

Just wanted to share with you the greatest of all time, Mike Aitken.

Mikey is a huge inspiration here at Backbone.

His style on and off the bike, his attitude, his trick selection, his bike setup... Mike Aitken influenced BMX in a way that would be hard to replicate. In fact, we're sure no one has influenced BMX like Mikey has, since...

Read on.

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2024 is shaping up to be the year for BMX events (Woden Jam photos)

It's mid February and we've already been pumping here in Australia with BMX events.

There is a plethora of BMX jams and events coming up for the first half of 2024, read on to find out when to mark your calendars!

5 reasons why kids should ditch the console and grab a BMX - Back Bone BMX

5 reasons why kids should ditch the console and grab a BMX

In a world dominated by screens and virtual realities, you can see how kids can get lost in the captivating landscapes of video games.

While gaming undoubtedly has its ups, there's a compelling case to be made for embracing a more physically engaging alternative – BMX riding.

We’ve got the lowdown below on why dropping the control and getting your hands on a BMX bike is the real game changer..

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