New Teams, New Targets

As the 2026 BMX season ramps up, team lineups across the sport are taking shape with major roster shifts, sponsor moves, and strategic rebrands that are already reshaping the track ahead. From powerhouse domestic programs stepping into new equipment partnerships and factory status to international squads stacking championship-caliber talent, the offseason has delivered a wave of momentum that promises faster gates, deeper rivalries, and higher stakes throughout the year. 

Teams and sponsorships are the backbone of higher-level BMX racing. From your local track team to international

DOMESTIC

Factory Full Tilt / RIFT

The eight-time USA BMX National No.1 Factory Team has officially parted ways with longtime sponsor Radio. As the first gates dropped in Las Vegas, word quickly spread that the fastest team in USA BMX will be lining up on the RIFT for the 2026 season. In partnership with Tangent Products, Factory Full Tilt is joining forces to showcase the speed and performance of the RIFT on the sport’s biggest stage.

Sponsorship is only the first step. The second comes through the pits. Throughout the 2026 season, TJ Johnson of Tangent Pro Shop will be embedded within the Full Tilt Bike Co. setup at select events, serving as both a support resource and RIFT sales representative—bringing the NorCal program directly to the racers across the BMX community.

Factory Impact BMX

  

Fresh off capturing the Bike Shop Team title, the Las Vegas–based program makes the leap into the Factory ranks for 2026. Factory Impact BMX wasted no time in its new class of competition, opening the Las Vegas Nationals with a statement win.

Along with the move to Factory, the team marks a return to RIFT. After several seasons aboard Meybo and SpeedCo frames, Impact BMX and RIFT reunite for the 2026 season, energized by the step up and eager for what lies ahead.

J&R SpeedCo Avian

Family-fueled speed. The Florida juggernaut, J&R Bicycles, heads into the new season with a refined approach and a refreshed roster. Debuting their new black-and-red kits at the Sunshine State Nationals, the J&R/SpeedCo/Avian squad has trimmed its lineup and shifted its focus to marketing and brand presence.

Throughout the season, expect team and brand social channels to stay busy—dropping product features, behind-the-scenes content, race recaps, and rider spotlights that showcase both performance on the track and the culture that continues to drive one of BMX racing’s most recognizable family programs.

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INTERNATIONAL

Meybo Worlds Team

Absolutely STACKED. That’s the genuine reaction to the Meybo Bikes World Team announcement at the beginning of the year. With longtime Maybo riders mixed in with new faces, including Olympic Champion Saya Sakakibara and 2025 Rookie of the Year Josh Jolly, the Meybo squad has a broad reach in BMX, expected to be a force at any race throughout the 2026 calendar.

BeStrong Sports

The new kids on the block. BeStrong Sports made noise last season when they landed Rico Bearman, and the momentum hasn’t slowed since. Continuing to build at both the development and elite levels, the team has recently added Payton Ridenour, Romain Mahieu, and Olympic Champion Joris Daudet to an already growing roster. With a clear focus on progression, BeStrong Sports is quickly establishing itself as a brand committed to building a world-class program across every level of the sport.

Marshall Racing

Making their presence known at the Greatest Race on Earth, Marshall Racing BMX continues to assemble a truly global roster. With Emilio Falla, Wyatt Christensen, and Sean Day turning heads stateside, the French-based brand has quickly established itself as a serious contender on U.S. soil. Already well represented across Europe, Marshall Racing has now carried its momentum across the Atlantic, extending its reach into both North and South America. Blending international talent with a clear racing identity, the team’s growing footprint signals a long-term commitment to competing at the highest levels of BMX racing worldwide.

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