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leastmost.com interview

2010-04-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

Rob Tibbs with leastmost recently did an interview with me and I'm really psyched on the finished product. Lots of cool insider info about the early years of the Hoffman empire, my ongoing battle with my knees and my life now. Thanks Rob and Steve Crandall for hooking this up. Check it our here: leastmost.com

OS BMX Reunion Wrap Up

2010-04-06T08:50:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who attended and volunteered, another amazing event! Special thanks to the staff at Woodward West, John Povah, Xavier Mendez, Dan Hubbard, Eyerus, Jeff Slavik, Ron Plumlee & my wife and daughter who gave up many hours of family time so I could organize the event. (Photo: Jared Souney)Here's links to some of the coverage of the event:Jared SouneyRide BMXWoodward WestESPN/

OS BMX Reunion Check-in, Schedule and Rules

2010-03-27T13:49:00.000-07:00

ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN INSTRUCTIONSEveryone must check-in at the Lodge, not the camp office. Will be required to fill out a waiver and will receive a wrist band which you will need all weekend to have access to camp. The invite list is closed and you must be on the invite list to attend, no guest please, the event is at capacity. This is a private event and is not open to the public. Sorry if you

Reunion update

2010-03-26T08:51:00.000-07:00

I had to cut off the invited guest list at 230+ confirmed attendees.If you haven't sent in your meal form they are due by Monday, March 29th. Email me at my gmail address if you need a meal form.Also, if you're a confirmed attendee not staying in Woodward housing there is a $15 per person/per day fee. You will be able to ride, attend the other festivities including the party on Saturday

Old School BMX bike show on Saturday

2010-03-19T13:56:00.000-07:00

John Povah is helping put together a old school BMX bike show on Saturday during the reunion. Please contact me if you are attending and would like to bring a few bikes from your collection. Thanks John!Scroll down for more reunion info.

OS BMX Reunion attendees

2010-03-18T08:50:00.000-07:00

Crazy (partial) list of old school super heros again this year, updates in blue. Michael DominguezEddie FiolaBryan BlytherScot BreithauptDave NourieRon WilkersonMat HoffmanDennis MccoyJoe JohnsonPete AugustinOscar GonzalezHugo GonzalezRobert CastilloWoody ItsonDonovan RitterMarc McGlynnSteve McCloudKevin MartinStephan PrantlRich SigurTodd LyonsLee ReynoldsTony

The 2nd Old School BMX Reunion info

2010-02-10T09:02:00.000-08:00

Dates: Friday, April 2nd - Sunday, April 4thFriday: Check in after 2:00 PMSaturday: Session all day, special surprise movie screening Sat. afternoon, party at the Woodward lodge Sat. night. Sunday: Session until 1:00, event endsWhere: Woodward West, Stallion Springs, CAWho: This event it invite only. Riders must be 32+ years of age, have run tuff wheels and vector bars, know how to do a

2010 Old School BMX Reunion Weekend -April 2 - 4

2009-09-19T10:00:00.000-07:00

I'm happy to announce the dates for the 2010 Old School BMX Reunion are Friday, April 2 - Sunday, April 4 and will be hosted by Woodward West (map). Must be 33 or older to attend. Anyone who attended the 2009 reunion will automatically receive an invite. More details soon.Follow this link to coverage of the 2009 OS BMX Reunion.

Pay it Forward - support the Athlete Recovery Fund

2009-08-22T10:40:00.000-07:00

Check this out from the ARF...Want to contribute to the Athlete Recovery Fund? Ball Park Franks has stepped up and agreed to donate $1 each time this video is viewed in it’s entirety, up to $100,000. So forward this video to your friends, family and everyone you know and you will help raise money for the Athlete Recovery Fund. Special thanks to Ball Park Franks, Alli, Alliance of Action Sports

X Games week

2009-07-28T22:24:00.000-07:00

X Games week (really the past month) is a crazy one around the Swope household. I've been involved with X Games in one way or another for all 15 years. First as a BMX rider, then organizer, now TV announcer and my wife is the director of public relations for X Games. Combine this with our very active toddler, several friends in town for the event and the general mayhem that accompanies XG and

Worlds 2009

2009-07-08T06:05:00.001-07:00

I'm headed to the IBMXFF World Championships today. It's truly one of the best events in Freestyle BMX year after year, great time with great people. As an added bonus the Haro legends are putting on demo this year...a can't miss!American BMX Pros, support this event with your attendance. The BMX Worlds should be as heavily attended by the best riders in BMX as any of the big network events.

Shoots Brah!

2009-06-16T17:02:00.000-07:00

Check out the latest project from good friend Big Eyeland and S&M Bikes.

International Old School BMX Reunion & Show

2009-06-04T08:48:00.000-07:00

Steve Brothers, Alvin Mullins and the guys over at os-bmx.com are again organizing the International Old School BMX Reunion & Show.I've heard 100+ entries for the old school BMX bike show. Dave Voelker and Dan Hubbard are bringing their ramp/show set-ups and several old school pros will be in attendance. I can't wait so see the Lord Voelker Super Finish on his own ramps! This event is a can't

Mike Vincent benefit auction on ebay

2009-05-12T10:10:00.000-07:00

Odyssey put together a Mike Vincent benefit auction on ebay. Help out a great guy with a much needed eye surgery.Read about Mike here.Auction items include several signed by Mat Hoffman and a new complete bike from Sunday/Odyssey.

OS BMX Reunion video

2009-04-10T10:25:00.000-07:00

Dave Metty, director of Woodward's digital media program and Woodward Films, posted a nice piece he put together from the reunion, check it out here.Thanks again to everyone who volunteered and attended. I've never received so many thank you notes and positive comments from any event I've been involved with. It's on next year for sure!

Remaining shirts and poster prints for sale

2009-03-30T11:32:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,I have a few remaining t-shirts and several of the unsigned poster prints for sale on ebay. Click here for a link to my items. Proceeds from the sale of these items go towards the reunion event expenses.The posters signed by everyone who attended (THANKS!) the reunion are being mounted now. The signed/mounted posters will be sold at a later date. 100% of the proceeds from the

OS BMX Reunion media

2009-03-23T10:43:00.000-07:00

Great weekend for sure! Links to media from the event:FatBMXMike Ardelean post on DefgripMatt Brady flickr slideshowMichael Wikan flickr slideshowJared SouneyDefgripVitalBMXAlvin Mullins photo gallerySteve Blackey photo galleryDennis DowlingBrian Tunney pre-event post on ESPN.com/actionRichard Bailey photo galleryAaron Foley photo galleryESPN video report

OS BMX reunion weekend info quick links

2009-03-19T11:43:00.000-07:00

Woodward & event Rules and Regs., check in info click hereEvent Schedule click hereLodging is sold out but click here for hotels in TehachapiWoodward lodging check in info if you already have a confirmed reservation click hereList of confirmed attendees click hereSee you this weekend, going to be great!

ESPN Action Sports-Brian Tunny Blog

2009-03-13T15:48:00.000-07:00

Brian Tunny asked me to do an interview about the Old School Reunion for his blog on ESPN/actionsports.com Read it here... thanks for the kind words Brian!

Woodward Rules and Regulations

2009-03-11T16:53:00.000-07:00

Woodward's rules are pretty simple, but no exceptions, period, so don't even think of asking.1) EVERYONE needs to check in at the Woodward West Lodge front desk to sign Woodward's waivers. Everyone includes kids, spouses, girlfriends etc. even if they are not riding/skating. After you check in and sign the required paperwork you will receive a wristband. No wristband, no access to camp, no

Woodward Meal Form

2009-03-10T22:58:00.000-07:00

Woodward was kind enough to come up with a great option for meals during the event. Please contact me to receive the Woodward Meals Reservation Form.From the Woodward meal reservation form: "Meals are available for Old School BMX Reunion guests through reservation only. Only advanced purchase is available. ABSOLUTE RESERVATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, MARCH 16 AT 10:00AM pacific time. On-site meal

Pre-order your OS BMX Reunion shirts

2009-02-27T13:23:00.000-08:00

UPDATE 3/18/09: I have stopped taking pre-orders. I will have some shirts available at the event, but will likely sell out so come by the booth (located in the hanger) early to buy one/pick up your pre-order. I will be taking back-orders at the event to be shipped in a few weeks. Thanks for the support!Shirts are for sale to help pay for the party on Saturday night. Do me a favor and

OS BMX Reunion confirmed attendees

2009-02-13T21:58:00.000-08:00

Several people have asked if Mat is coming. Mat is trying to make it and is looking into travel options to bring the entire Hoffman family. If you have his email send him a note and pressure the Condor to get to the event.Due to the number of attendees I've stopped updating the list unless it's a recognizable name. If you received an email confirmation from me you are good to go even if your

OS BMX reunion weekend lodging info

2009-02-02T13:28:00.000-08:00

UPDATE 3/2/09: Woodward West lodging is sold out, click here for lodging options in Tehachapi 1) *SOLD OUT * Hilltop building: Hilltop is typically used for staff housing. Each room holds up to four people (2 beds). Rate is $20 per person, per night. Email me (steve.swope@mac.com) for reservations. 2) *SOLD OUT* The Lodge: Traditional hotel style, larger rooms. Each room holds up to four

Old School BMX Reunion Weekend - March 20-22 Schedule

2009-01-20T10:11:00.000-08:00

Old School BMX Reunion weekend:Dates: Friday, March 20, late afternoon - Sunday, March 22, 1:00pm. Daily Schedule UPDATED 3/11/09:Friday: Arrival & check-in after 2:00pm, afternoon and evening riding session. Woodward West Lodge Lounge bar will open around 8:30pm. No food at the Lodge Lounge but there are a few decent places to eat in Stallion Springs. My plan is to eat at the Italian place

Kickstand BMX is born...

2008-11-07T12:24:00.001-08:00

Hello everyone,Sometime in late 2008 I decided to create a few fun BMX projects in the coming year. This blog will serve as home base for whatever I dream up. I doubt I'll have time for daily or even weekly posts, it's more likely I'll post when I think it's post worthy or I have some new information to share regarding one of the projects. You may want to subscribe to the feed so you'll be