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Join Back Bone BMX co-owner Tyson Jones-Peni on the Back Bone Zone, where we go deep into the world of BMX. Shop for your BMX parts at https://www.backbonebmx.com.au - your support means a lot and helps us to keep the Back Bone Zone running!

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    Episode 67 | BMX Contests Need To Change

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 48:45


    There's 3 issues that I see is wrong with BMX contests. You'll hear me discuss these 3 issues and propose a solution for them in this latest episode of the Back Bone Zone. Thanks for waiting on this episode; I have had some computer issues that's kept me from being able to upload, as well as a bunch of organizing for Roast The Coast: https://backbonebmx.com/roast-the-coast Go pick yourself up a new piece of Backbone BMX clothing! https://backbonebmx.com Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to: https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off! Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Please: - Leave a comment - Subscribe to the channel - Share it with your friends! 

    Episode 66 | Alex Liiv: From hucking & hoping to finding a mature approach to life and BMX.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 109:13


    At one time, Alex Liiv was one of the most prominent street riders in Australia, traveling the world riding for Metal Bikes and then Bonedeth BMX, filming a plethora of insane street clips and video parts. Since that time, Alex has gone through a period of metamorphosis; changing his focus in BMX to one you may not expect. An epic conversation, Alex is a real thinker and it was great to talk to him quite deeply about a lot of subjects (although we only scratched the surface!). Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to: https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off! We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Backbone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Alex: https://instagram.com/fifth_prince Please like the podcast, leave a review, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 65 | Troy Charlesworth on filming iconic Australian BMX, making BMX look good and "Big Salad".

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 63:16


    Troy Charlesworth has been responsible for a lot of what you've seen in Australian BMX for the past two decades, producing some of the most epic BMX videos, from the Droppin' Clips in 2007, to Tear Da Club Up in 2022. He's also filmed a lot of epic video parts for Australian BMX pro riders Boyd Hilder and Alex Hiam, to name a few. We discuss his journey in BMX and being behind the lens for these iconic moments. Tear Da Club Up (Full video) Head to Youtube.com/warpartytv for all the videos mentioned. Head to Warparty.TV to see more!Shop the latest Backbone BMX clothing at the site: https://backbonebmx.comPodcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off! We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Backbone BMXTysonTroy Warparty Please like the podcast, leave a review, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 64 | Trey Jones gets down & dirty on Swampfest, the BMX world and mid school BMX icons.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 105:05


    Trey Jones is the real deal. A pro BMX rider, Swampfest event creator and organiser, BMX collector and everything else in between, Trey is not scared to get his hands dirty in the name of building BMX in what he feels is the right way. This is exactly the chat I hoped we'd have. I hadn't spent much time talking to Trey before this, but I knew we'd get along and even though I respected him before, my respect reached new levels after this one. Trey is switched on and you can tell, he loves and cares for BMX. Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to: https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off! We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Backbone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Trey: https://www.instagram.com/treyjonesucks Please like the podcast, leave a review, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 63 | Backbone BMX in 2025 is not going to be the same (big announcement)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 38:26


    Likely the biggest announcement we have ever done. I'm excited for the next step.Support us on the journey as we make our next move in BMX! Buy something Backbone & rep it: https://backbonebmx.com/collections/backbone-bmxLink to the podcast I spoke about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UL5eh-jNrg Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to: https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off! We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Please leave a 5 star review and share the podcast with your friends.

    Episode 62 | Ryan Fudger's BMX industry insights, memorable moments during Ride BMX mag + running Our BMX

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 103:46


    Ryan Fudger has cemented himself as one of the most important figures in BMX media, worldwide. Having spent almost two decades working for Ride BMX Magazine (including a role as associate editor), Ryan created Our BMX, an independent media outlet, which includes the successful Unclicked Podcast with Dennis Enarson.It was great to have Ryan on the Back Bone Zone, as he is a podcast host, you don't often to get to hear his thoughts in a deep way on various subjects, so it was great to discuss many of them here. Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration: A proper Australian owned electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to: https://sodii.com.au/tyson & use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off!Doorstep BMX video: https://youtu.be/x5D2yUWS__w?si=QzvNdgg-xoXgLINW Visit Our BMX here: https://ourbmx.com We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Ryan (Our BMX): https://www.instagram.com/bmx/ Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 61 | Strength & Conditioning Coach Emma Finnegan drops knowledge on how to ride BMX better for longer.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 93:25


    Emma Finnegan is a BMX rider from Liverpool, UK. Emma not only travels the world riding BMX and representing brands like Kink BMX and Demolition, but she is also a Personal Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Coach, training clients full time on how to better their lives through physical training.Because of her intimate knowledge of BMX and training, Emma trains BMX riders across the globe. She has recently launched her app through her coaching business, which you can reach her here:https://instagram.com/theathleticspaceThis was a great conversation, Emma has a deep knowledge of training for rehabilitation from injuries, as well as prehab exercises and things every BMX rider should know if they want to prolong their riding lifetime.Podcast sponsor - Sodii Hydration:A proper Aus made electrolyte supplement for everyday use! Head to:https://sodii.com.au/tyson& use code BACKBONE at checkout for 15% off!We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Emma: https://www.instagram.com/emmafinno/ Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 60 | Clint Reynolds talks trails, DIY bowl building, Credence/S&M Bikes and living the BMX life his way.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 77:45


    Clint Reynolds is one of the most influential BMX riders of our generation within the trail/bowl riding space and I was stoked to catch up with him, to talk about all things BMX, his move back to Austin, TX and a whole lot of cool BMX stories. Clint is a legend, I loved this conversation with him. Backbone Black Friday starts 8pm AEST 28/11, head to the website to score up to 50% off Backbone clothing, as well as other sale items:https://backbonebmx.com Backbone Jump Club Jerseys drop 6pm AEST 29/11, limited to 100 pieces, grab one (if they're still there): https://backbonebmx.com/products/backbone-jump-club-jerseyWe'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Clint: https://www.instagram.com/credence_bikes/ Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 59 | Ross D. Lavender discusses Australian BMX history

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 86:29


    Every episode of The Back Bone Zone is awesome, but this one left me in awe. Seeing Ross D. Lavender's commitment to making sure Australian BMX history is documented was nothing short of amazing. Ross showed me the Unscene BMX archive, which led us into discussing Australian BMX history and everything about it, and what Ross is doing to make sure it is looked after. Please visit Ross' website below, or the BMX exhibition he has in Logan, QLD - "Progression Playground". https://unscenehistory.com/ https://www.loganarts.com.au/event/exhibition-opening-progression-playground/We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Ross/Unscene BMX: https://www.instagram.com/unscenehistory/ Support Backbone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 58 | Josh Cernotta bought a property to fill it with BMX trails and the best jam ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 84:51


    Buying your first home is a big commitment that is attached with a big $ figure, but imagine bypassing the home and heading straight to the backyard to see if the soil is worth building trails on. That's what Josh Cernotta did, and it has led to one of the most amazing trail spots, as well as the most notorious jams in Australian BMX history. Find out more about Josh's BMX history, as well as the iconic HVT spot, within this episode of the Back Bone Zone. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Josh: https://www.instagram.com/save.rails.ride.trails Support Backbone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 57 | Logan Martin on progression, pressure and motivation to stay at the top of Freestyle BMX

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 64:31


    Logan Martin is arguably the most successful competitive freestyle BMX rider of this generation, if not of all time.Olympic gold medalist, multiple time world champion, too many X-Games medals to count, Logan has done it all and yet shows no hint of slowing down.Behind the gold medals and glory is a family man who is incredibly self-motivated to achieve the 'next level' in BMX... Even if he has to create that level himself.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Logan: https://www.instagram.com/loganmartinbmx Vote for your favourite Aus/NZ rider in the first RDR Awards here: https://www.backbonebmx.com/rdr Support Backbone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 56 | What I learned about BMX from training Muay Thai with Kieran Walsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 64:12


    Back Bone Zone episode 56: What a fun episode! I take on the challenge of speaking with someone completely out of BMX, by speaking with an expert in their field - Kieran Walsh.Kieran is the owner of one of Australia's most prestigious Muay Thai gyms, Muay U, and their head coach. Through going to Kieran's gym, I have learnt a lot about the positive aspects of a very similar sport/culture/lifestyle to BMX. If you are into combat sports, you will like this. If you like learning about new things, you'll like this. If you like BMX and want to contribute to its growth, you'll learn from this. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX TysonKieranMuay U  Vote for your favourite Aus/NZ rider in the first RDR Awards here: https://www.backbonebmx.com/rdrSupport Backbone BMX here! Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 55 | Dr.Dave Camilleri's Incredible new research linking BMX trail building and higher creativity.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 144:58


    An absolute belter of an episode with Dr.Dave Camilleri, a researcher out of the University of Melbourne. A lifelong BMXer, Dr.Camilleri has spent the last few years studying the positive effects of BMX and its relationship to higher levels of creativity and mental health outcomes, releasing the "BMX For Life" Project with University of Melbourne: https://education.unimelb.edu.au/bmx-for-life His latest research paper is focused specifically on trail building! "Exploring Creativity in BMX Trail Construction - Stack, Slap, Repeat" (https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/27538699241273740) which is discussed at length here. A massive episode and I learnt a lot and I'm sure you will too. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Dave: https://www.instagram.com/doc_choc_bmx Get the Backbone Trails hat here: https://www.backbonebmx.com/trails Support Backbone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 54 | A moving story and the purpose of Backbone (why did you move to QLD?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 41:59


    It's been a break in between episodes and it feels good to be back at it. A lot of big events and changes to the world of Backbone, we moved across the country for one. It's all covered in here and it was great to jump back into another episode of the Backbone Zone. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX Tyson Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 53 | Remy Morton behind the scenes on his X Games Real MTB part and the impact of BMX on his riding.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 83:22


     Vote for Remy's X Games Real MTB part here! https://www.xgames.com/events/real-series-2024/competitions/real-mountain-bike Remy Morton is one of the most influential bike riders on the planet. While he might be known for his accomplishments in MTB, Remy is also one heck of a BMX rider and we have been mates for years. Remy has such a refreshing and creative way of looking at bike riding and how his dedication to trail building is intertwined into it. We speak in depth about his X Games Real MTB build and part, his bike setups, BMX influence and much more. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Backbone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Remy Morton: https://instagram.com/remymorton Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 52 | Dave Paterson explores new ideas while designing BMX bike parts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 69:43


     I had to have Dave on again. Dave Paterson, We Make Things' (the parent company of Wethepeople, eclat, Radio Bikes and many other brands) BMX product manager.I needed to take a deep dive into BMX geometry, the 22 inch BMX, part creation and more. Dave is extremely knowledgeable in all things BMX products and to be able to talk with him about specific things and share in new ideas in a public domain like this podcast was awesome.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on Instagram: Back Bone BMX Tyson  Dave  Wethepeople  Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 51 | Steve Crandall is mastering the art of fun with BMX.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 76:44


    Steve Crandall is one of the driving forces behind how BMX has looked for the past 30 years. Founder of FBM Bikes, one of the most influential BMX brands from the mid 90s through to 2020 and now moved onto Radshare, a non profit that helps share the stoke of BMX.If you're a BMX lifer, you know Crandall - and if you are new to BMX, look no further than to start your BMX education here.We speak about Steve's 25+ years within the BMX industry, his ability to maintain his core beliefs in BMX, epic events he has put on during his time and much more.An epic conversation. Thank you Cran!We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Steve Crandall: https://instagram.com/crandallfbm Radshare: https://www.instagram.com/radshare/ Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by wearing our apparel: https://backbonebmx.com/collections/backbone-bmx Support Crandall by visiting: https://radshare.org/ https://dropincoffee.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 50 | BMX trails legend Jay Hamilton shares wisdom earned by three decades of trail building.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 94:08


    Episode 50!! A special one with NORA Cup 2022 trail rider of the year Jay Hamilton. I met Jay last year during my trip to the UK for NORA Cup and all I can say is wow... Jay is a force within the UK and worldwide trail community and his energy for everything trails is inspirational. This conversation goes through a lot of Jay's life, his thoughts on trail building and so much more. This was an amazing conversation and I'm so thankful to have had it. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxJay: https://instagram.com/jayham80 Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 49 | Pat Freyne is an Australian BMX rider who changed his life by moving to the USA.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 73:36


     Pat Freyne is a badass BMX rider originally from Warrigul, Victoria. Pat rides for Cult Crew and Eclat BMX and made the decision to move to the USA, which changed his life.Pat continues to be a force within the street BMX world, while making it happen on his own terms and pursuing a career in the photography and video world.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Pat: https://instagram.com/patfreyne Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Episode 48 | Angie Marino and Beatrice Trang are helping to build a bright future for women's BMX

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2024 59:51


     Beatrice Trang and Angie Marino have both been a staple part of the BMX world for decades, finding their own way contribute to the BMX community through their own individual pursuits.They joined forces in 2019 to form the Bloom BMX; a website and brand that focuses on promoting women's BMX.I was stoked to speak with them about everything BMX, where they came from to get to the Bloom and what they see for the future of women's BMX.Support the Bloom BMX by using this link for 5% off any purchase: https://backbonebmx.com/bloomWe'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Bloom BMX: https://instagram.com/bloombmx Angie: https://instagram.com/a_ngiemarie Beatrice: https://instagram.com/beabmx Tyson: https://instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave a comment, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Jason Watts gives insight to being a pro BMX rider, company owner and BMX brand team manager.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 81:37


     Episode 47: Jason Watts has been riding for Backbone for 10 years and has been a paid professional BMX rider for the same length time. His riding speaks volumes, but he is also deeply involved with the BMX industry, being team manager for Volume and Demolition, co-founding Fast and Loose BMX, as well as building skateparks across the world for BMX events through his ramp building company Universal Ramps.I got to sit down and pick his brain on all the things he has been up to, what he thinks it takes to be a sponsored BMX rider in 2024 and the state of the BMX industry.I always love speaking with Jason about everything and I know you'll enjoy this episode. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Jason: https://www.instagram.com/wattzup Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast, leave a 5 star review and share it with your friends! 

    Ep.46: Zac Miner uses a BMX mentality to cope with difficult situations in life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 86:25


     Episode 46: Zac Miner is one of Australia's most legendary street riders, putting out video parts that are revered as some of the greatest.I love speaking with Zac, he isn't afraid to go deep on subjects and this episode is no exception.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Zac: https://www.instagram.com/nahyouriteminer Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Backbone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, leave us an awesome review, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Where you been? Is the BMX industry doomed? Back Bone Zone episode 45

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 33:04


     It's been a hectic month and Tyson explains his absence, talks about ACT Jam, and makes comments on the recent Harold 'McGoo' McGruther Our BMX podcast (with Chris Moeller as co-host).Listen to that podcast here: https://ourbmx.com/unclicked-harold-mcgoo-mcgruther/We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe, leave us a 5 star review and share it with your friends! 

    Bobbie Bassett uses BMX to cope with mental health and stay out of a life of gangs | Episode 44

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 62:38


    Bobbie Bassett is a BMX rider who, at 22 years old, has been through some things. As a foster child who was diagnosed with Bipolar and Schizophrenia, Bobbie has used BMX to cope with his mental health issues. Despite being a great guy with a heart of gold, Bobbie fell into drugs and gangs; which stopped him from riding BMX. He was able to make the decision to quit that life, found BMX again and is more passionate about riding than ever. This episode contains topics that some people may find unsettling, if you need support please contact Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Bobbie: https://www.instagram.com/bobbie_bassett Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like, subscribe, leave us an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Chris Doyle laid the blueprint as a professional BMX rider for 20 years - Back Bone Zone ep. 43

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 58:57


     Chris Doyle is without a doubt, one of the most legendary BMX riders on the planet - especially so in the trail world. Chris has had a career in BMX that has spanned two decades. I wanted to know what got him there, but also how he was able to move from professional BMXer, to finding a new career in real estate. Chris is one of my all-time favourite riders, so it was amazing to have the opportunity to speak with him on this and much more, including one of his fondest memories - ACT Jam. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chris_doyle22 Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX and Chris by purchasing his new S&M M.O.Doyle frame here: https://backbonebmx.com/products/s-and-m-credence-m-o-doyle-frame-chris-doylePlease subscribe, leave an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    A big announcement for BMX - Back Bone Zone episode 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 28:25


     With a new BMX facility announced for Canberra located within Stromlo Forest Park, Tyson talks over the project and how it came into fruition. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe, leave us an awesome review & share it with your friends! 

    Remembering POSH BMX trails - Back Bone Zone episode 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 56:24


     Tyson is joined by Back Bone BMX co-owner Rhys Williams and team rider/T-1 team rider/Australian trail legend Russell Brindley to speak about Posh trails, their experience and why this BMX trail spot was so meaningful. RIP Posh. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast, leave an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Why is MTBing more popular than BMX? Back Bone Zone episode 40

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 49:00


     BMX is a lifestyle sport, but it can be one that suffers from other forms of cycling, like MTBing, stealing its thunder. Tyson discusses why that might be. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe, leave us a rad review and share it with your friends! 

    Vans BMX team manager Colin Mackay paved the way for Australian BMX riders 'going pro' | Back Bone Zone episode 39

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 64:42


     Colin Mackay was one of the first Australian BMX riders to 'make it' as a full blown professional BMX rider in the USA, turning what was going to be a 3 month trip, into now 18 years of BMX, now living in the USA.Colin is now working for Vans and taking care of the next generation of Australian BMX pros.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinColin: https://www.instagram.com/colinmackaybmxMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe to the podcast, leave an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Jayden Fuller on bowl riding and the NZ BMX scene | Back Bone Zone Episode 38

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 64:59


     Jayden Fuller is a professional BMX rider for Colony BMX and a mainstay of the Australian BMX scene. J-Dog discusses his love of concrete transitions, what made him leave New Zealand, the BMX community and much more.J-Dog is such a positive dude and I loved this conversation.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinJayden: https://www.instagram.com/jdooggMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe, leave us an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Ryan Lloyd is mentoring youth through bikes | Back Bone Zone Episode 37

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 63:54


    Ryan Lloyd is one of the best BMX riders I've ever seen, without question. Aside from going through a long 'career' as a sponsored, prominent Australian rider (that I had the pleasure of being team-mates with!), Ryan has gone on to create a charity, Lighthouse Youth Projects, with his mate and business partner Jamie Moore (formerly owner of BMX distributor Stowaway Distribution). We go into what got Ryan into riding, his influences, how I feel his belief in God affected his riding and much, much more.Learn more about Lighthouse Youth Projects here: https://lighthouseyp.org/ We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Lighthouse Youth Projects: https://www.instagram.com/lighthouseyouthprojects Ryan: https://www.instagram.com/ryan__lloyd Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast, leave an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Is there room for suspension in BMX? Back Bone Zone episode 36

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 23:55


     Suspension is making it's way into BMX. Tyson gives his thoughts on it, as well as some current events, the upcoming ACT Jam video comp and a recap of the very recent Mid School BMX Jam.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe to the podcast, leave an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    Josh Irvine - Back Bone Zone Episode 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 82:49


     Many people in BMX have a strong opinion about Josh Irvine.. I sat down with him to try to understand why. We have an interesting conversation with all sorts of topics in BMX. I like Josh and I really enjoyed this conversation with him.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinDave: https://www.instagram.com/josh_irvine86Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe, leave us a good review and share it with your friends! 

    Being a BMX Product Manager - Dave Paterson | Back Bone Zone Episode 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 69:49


     I speak to Dave Paterson, We Make Things' (the parent company of Wethepeople, eclat, Radio Bikes and many other brands) BMX product manager. Dave is extremely knowledgeable in all things BMX products and it was awesome to publicly share that, considering I've been working on several products - including my signature Wethepeople Chaos Machine frame - with him privately over the last 3 years.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinDave: https://www.instagram.com/davepatzWethepeople: https://www.instagram.com/wethepeoplebmxMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe, share the podcast and leave us an awesome review wherever you're listening!

    Making a career from BMX - Cooper Brownlee | Back Bone Zone Episode 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 87:40


     Cooper Brownlee is one of the hardest working guys I know, as well as an Australian BMX icon. Few have a passion for BMX and learning like he does, and from this he has forged a career in the BMX industry, as the 'right-hand man' of Colony BMX.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Cooper: https://www.instagram.com/xcooperbrownleex Focalpoint BMX: https://www.instagram.com/focalpointbmx Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com  Please subscribe to the podcast, leave us an awesome review and share it with your friends!  

    Life after Hell on Wheels BMX shop - Tom Boorman | Back Bone Zone Episode 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 77:29


    Tom Boorman is a staple of the BMX scene in Australia, having owned and run Hell on Wheels BMX shop in Sydney from 2007 - 2020. We talk about his life, riding and what it was like owning a BMX shop. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Tom: https://www.instagram.com/thomasboorman Hell on Wheels: https://www.instagram.com/hellonwheelsbmx Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast, leave us an awesome review and share it with your friends! 

    The last podcast of 2022 - Back Bone Zone episode 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 23:06


    It's the holidays in Australia, Tyson discusses some recent topics within BMX, including his take on some of what was discussed in the Our BMX Podcast with Chris Moeller.Hope everyone had a ripping Christmas and Happy New Year!Watch that Unclicked episode in full here:https://youtu.be/6V1YgQpp-doWe'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX:  https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia!https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease like the video, subscribe and share it with your friends!

    What's up with your bars? Back Bone Zone episode 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 23:39


     Handlebar setup may have changed over the years, but it's making a comeback.Tyson gives his thoughts on it.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe, leave a good review, and share it with your friends! 

    Ego in BMX - Back Bone Zone episode 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 21:07


     Ego is a big thing in BMX, Tyson gives his thoughts on it.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease subscribe, leave us a 5 star review and share it with your friends.. Thanks for listening! 

    Bayzand, Loupos, the Mackellars & Watts join in to recap the freestyle nationals - Back Bone Zone Episode 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 88:44


    The BMX Freestyle National Championships were on at Rampfest on the weekend so we did a special episode of the Back Bone Zone with Chris Bierton and myself, as well as very special guests Pete Mackellar, Nate Mackellar, Mick Bayzand, Jason Watts & newly crowned National champion, Brandon Loupos. This episode was fun! We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Rampfest: https://www.instagram.com/rampfest/ Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia!  https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone  Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe and share it with your friends.. and give us a good review!

    4 Reasons why you should ride BMX (and keep doing it) - Back Bone Zone Episode 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 23:28


    Tyson goes through some news and current events including his recent WTP Chaos Machine bike check and the upcoming World Championships in Abu Dhabi, then jumps into his 4 reasons why you should ride BMX.. and keep riding if you've lost the motivation. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe to the podcast and share it with your friends! 

    Physiotherapy and yoga for BMX riders? Dr. Roz Penfold - Back Bone Zone Episode 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 60:55


     Dr. Roz Penfold is the owner of Atlas Physiotherapy and has been practicing physiotherapy for over 2 decades on some of Australia's elite athletes. She has also been a yoga teacher for over a decade, currently teaching out of her yoga studio Soulution Yoga. We discuss her experience treating BMX riders (like me), she offers some insight into the role a physiotherapist can play, how yoga can be beneficial in ways you don't expect an much more. More info on Atlas Physio: https://www.atlasphysio.com.au/ More info on Soulution Yoga: https://www.soulutionyoga.com/ We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Soulution Yoga: https://www.instagram.com/soulutionyoga/ Atlas Physio: https://www.instagram.com/atlas_physio/ Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Hope you enjoy the podcast - please leave us a good review and share it with your friends! 

    Rampfest skatepark owner Chris Bierton - Back Bone Zone Episode 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 53:23


     Chris Bierton is a die-hard BMX rider who has played a major role in organising BMX events not just in Australia, but worldwide. He has owned the popular Rampfest indoor skatepark since 2014 and has run the National freestyle BMX championships there since 2018. We spoke about his involvement in the BMX scene, as well as his future endeavours to grow BMX.For more info on the 2022 National freestyle BMX championships or to sign up, click here: https://rampfest.com.au/pages/braybrook-bmx-fest-2022-feat-freestyle-bmx-national-championshipsWe'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinRampfest: https://www.instagram.com/rampfest/Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe, leave us a 5 star review and share the podcast with your friends! 

    BMX Popularity - Back Bone Zone Episode 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 28:52


     The popularity of BMX is a talked about issue. How popular is too popular? Is BMX even popular? Tyson talks about this and what we can do about it. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please share the podcast with your friends and leave us a 5 star review! 

    ACT Jam 2022 Recap (it almost didn't happen) - Back Bone Zone Episode 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 37:53


     A recap of ACT Jam 2022 and the drama leading up to it. Pulled it off though and it was a successful event!We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram:Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease like the video, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Planning a BMX jam.. what happens when it rains? - Back Bone Zone Episode 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 13:57


     A quick one this week, just giving an overview of ACT Jam 2022 and how you make something happen, even when it's raining. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like the podcast, rate it 5 stars and share it with your friends! 

    BMX to MTB and world first tricks - Mike Ross - Back Bone Zone Episode 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 46:01


     Mikey Ross has spent the last few years transferring his BMX skills to the MTB world and has had amazing results. We talk about his BMX roots, what it takes to be competitive on a circuit like Crankworx and his world first tricks.We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmxTyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinMike: https://www.instagram.com/mikerossridesMake sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease like the video, subscribe and share it with your friends! 

    Setting goals and staying consistent with Troy Harradine - Back Bone Zone Episode 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 62:22


     Troy Harradine is one of the most positive, stoked BMX riders I've ever met and it was my pleasure to have him on the podcast to share his perspective on a lot of different topics. Troy has traveled the world riding BMX and has spent just as much time behind the camera filming BMX vlog style videos, as well as standard BMX video parts. His perspective of BMX and how BMX media could grow is refreshing, so if you're interested in this topic you might find this interesting. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode. Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillinTroy: https://www.instagram.com/troyharradine Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.com Please subscribe, leave a 5 star review and share it with your friends! 

    Will Kerr has created his own backyard paradise - Back Bone Zone Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 74:26


     Will Kerr is someone who has always created ramps and trails to ride. Growing up in regional NSW, Will has built a scene and riding spots that get visitors from all over this world. This was a fun episode and I'm stoked to listen to Will share his thoughts on many different topics. We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics on this, or any episode.Hit us up with a comment below or on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Make sure you join Club Back Bone to build the BMX scene in Australia! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-boneSupport Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop:https://www.backbonebmx.comPlease like the video and share it with your friends! 

    NORA Cup 2022 predictions, who will win? - Back Bone Zone Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 32:42


     The NORA Cup BMX awards for 2022 is here and Tyson gives his ideas and predictions on it.We'd love to hear your thoughts on who you think will win, or if you have any thoughts on NORA Cup in general, leave a comment below. Any ideas on The Back Bone Zone? Contact us! Instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson at https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com.au Become a member of Club Back Bone! https://www.backbonebmx.com.au/club-back-bone 

    Love BMX? This is the next step in building the scene - Back Bone Zone Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 29:18


     This is a big episode for us. We love BMX and we want to try to take the scene and our culture, to the next level, with Club Back Bone.We believe this is going to be the way forward for BMX in Australia, but we'd love to hear your thoughts about it too, so leave a comment below, or reach out to us on instagram: Back Bone BMX: https://www.instagram.com/backbonebmx Tyson: https://www.instagram.com/peni_chillin Join Club Back Bone! https://www.backbonebmx.com/club-back-bone Support Back Bone BMX by visiting the shop: https://www.backbonebmx.com Please like the video and share it with your friends! Let's build the BMX scene in Australia even more. 

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