The BMX world was shaken late in 2025 when news broke of the split between Chase Bicycles and Joris Daudet. With the sport’s biggest name suddenly on the market, speculation ran wild. Where would The GOAT  land next? As the reigning Olympic Gold Medalist, a 6x USA BMX National No.1 Pro, and a 3x World Champion, Daudet’s next move was destined to reshape the pro landscape. Now, the wait is over. Bestrong Sports has landed the biggest signing in BMX, officially welcoming Joris

In BMX racing, speed matters, but strategy often decides who stands on the podium. From the first moto to the final main, every decision a rider makes can influence the outcome of the day. Understanding how to race smart is what separates winners from "looking for more." Start With a Plan (But Stay Flexible) A strong race day begins before the first gate drops. Riders and coaches should review the track layout, identify key passing sections, and discuss realistic goals for th

1147 Miles: Drive, Fuel Up, Sleep, and Repeat.  As I prepared for the Greatest Race on Earth, my goal was to ensure that every 1,147 miles from North Carolina to Oklahoma would be smooth sailing.  The last National race of the season signaled that it was go time. Unlike previous years, I was responsible for transporting our entire team’s pit setup, several teammates’ and friends’ bikes, my twin brother Zachary “Wrenchman” Gavin’s tools and equipment, and, of course, my own ge

It’s title time in Tulsa! 3 cups will be awarded, and there will definitely be 2 first-time champions, possibly three depending on how it all plays out. Let’s break it down and do some title math as we get ready for the greatest race on earth, the Grands! Two of the pro classes have easy math, and one is much more complex. Eight scores, plus the Grands go into a championship, and the Grands is double points. The big thing to remember here is that the R.O.C. is just a normal n

Tulsa’s November chill whisps through the trees, an empty parking lot rests, and a clean slate waits in silent anticipation. These are the 2025 Dirt Diaries.  The Start Friday, November 14th, 2025 The rumble of diesel engines, the gritty smell of dirt floating in the air, and a blank slate waiting for Billy Allen and Lance McGuire, day one of the USA BMX Grand National track build is here. While most are gearing up for the weekend, the crew inside the SageNet Center starts