Mill Valley, California – April 16, 2012; Alienation Hires Graphic & Marketing Manager.

We’re pleased to announce the addition of Patrick Martinez to the Alienation family. I’d first met Patrick some years back at a contest in Chula Vista. He had introduced himself as a freelance photographer. We’ve been in touch since and when the opportunity opened up, I couldn’t think of a better fit. His creativity and his fervor for BMX made that an easy decision. – Rob Morgan, Brand Manager

Patrick Martinez 27 from Palm Springs California.
Patrick has been doing photography and graphic design professionally for approximately 7 years, riding BMX since the late 90’s. He has been behind the scenes at various events doing freelance work helping friends and local riders get that spotlight they so deserve. With his passion & motivation for the industry we are certain great things will materialize from our partnership.
“I have always had a passion for BMX, it has shaped my life and has given me some awesome opportunities, defiantly stoked on this opportunity for sure. I am always wanting the best for the BMX industry as a whole and I look forward to working with Alienation and contributing good things to the world of bikes. My name is Patrick and I ride bikes, snap photos, & enjoy life.” – Patrick Martinez

For more information regarding Patrick Martinez visit www.thepatrickmartinez.com
For more information on Alienation BMX Products visit www.alienationbmx.com

“Greg Romero produces a short interview with Corben Sharrah. Corben talks about his intentions on the Olympic games and what he loves to do in the sport of BMX.” OPERATION: OLYMPIC CHAMPION

Quite possibly our best kept secret in the Alienation parts vault is our assortment of grips. We cater to almost every style of grip that can be wanted, but there is one in particular that really stands out from the rest, and that is our Team Grip. Inspired by ramp shredder Mike Fede this grip brings in a lot of elements that together make for a really good feel.

To begin, this grip is thin. It’s astounding to witness peoples preference on grips. You would figure the large handed fellows would like a larger grip but I’ve found this to not always be the case. Some of the largest people in BMX prefer a thinner grip, see Alex Landeros pictured above.  Regardless our grip has passed the test from all walks of life.

As you can see from our digital design, there is a rotating pattern of flanges and bumps which are meant to both give traction as well as provide an appropriate feel to the grip. The largest complaint of similar grips is that from time to time on a new pair, your hand will fly off because all of the flanges under your hand will actually shift when you transfer body weight. This was a problem with the original “Mushroom style” of grip as well and hasn’t been a topic of discussion really ever.  It was billed to somehow improve arm fatigue but I cannot contemplate how that works. Email me if you know the answer!  The Team Grip offers the best of both worlds between an ultra thin grip yet the comfort and stability of what you have come to depend on from Alienation BMX.

The material is Super Soft Pruven Kraton Single Density Rubber, which from all investigation is what they use to coat the F-1 racetracks before race day. That means that this grip can help you go faster… Well it actually means nothing like that but if you get a pair and find them to be too hard out of the gate, feel free to boil them. (Bring water to boil, Place grips in for 3-5 Min. Take out with TONGS. Once Warm, Pull, Stretch, and abuse until desired length and softness. Put on bike, ride away smooth) Or they break in pretty fast if you want to do it the old fashioned way.

The final positive feature of the Team Grip is the length. It comes in at an impressive 148mm right out of the gate. Using the applied method above, you can easily get a little more length out of the grip if desired but in today’s handlebar market of “bigger is better” this grip will fit your scheme. Available in a grip of colors, do yourself a favor and improve your ride and feel what innovation feels like under the palm of your hand.

-micah@alienationbmx.com

Such an awesome list of sponsors and we are proud to be one of them! If you are anywhere near Socal you should make this!

Alienation BMX, the best BMX rim manufacturer in the world of BMX Racing plans to blaze a new trail in BMX sponsorship with a Junior Elite contingency sponsorship program aimed at USABMX Pro Series races for 2012.

The Junior Elite Contingency Program was selected because the staff at Alienation BMX want to invest in the future of BMX and reward deserving BMX racers who are making a commitment to achieving at a level that will prepare them for a great future in BMX racing.

The program will take place at thirteen USABMX Pro Series/UCI points races across the United States from January to November.

Prize money will be allocated as follows, per event. Junior Men = 1st/$50 – 2nd/$40 – 3rd/$30 and Junior Women = 1st/$30 – 2nd/$20 – 3rd/$10.

To be eligible, riders must do the following.

1 – Each qualifying rider must be using Alienation BMX rims (Front & Back) on their bike.

2 – Send Alienation BMX a photo by email or Facebook of their bike and/or themselves at the race in question, preferably a podium shot. The photo should have the track, podium or a track sign with USABMX signage visible in the photo, confirming that the photo was taken during the national in question.

3 – They also should have an Alienation sticker on their bike in the following order of preference. (1/Number Plate … 2/On helmet or prominently displayed on their bike frame.)

4 – Your contingency payment will be verified by way of the official USABMX race results and payments will be made quarterly by company check drawn on U.S. funds.

Here is the list of qualifying races for the Alienation BMX Junior Elite Contingency Program.

Alienation BMX Junior Elite

Contingency Program

Feb 10-12, 2012
USABMX Gator Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Oldsmar, FL

Mar 16-18, 2012
USABMX Super Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Desoto, TX

Mar 30-01, 2012
USABMX SoCal Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Chula Vista, CA

Mar 31-31, 2012
USA Cycling National Championship
Chula Vista, CA

Apr 20-22, 2012
USABMX Winter Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Phoenix, AZ

Jun 01-03, 2012
USABMX Music City Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Nashville, TN

Jun 29-01, 2012
USABMX Great Salt Lake Nationals – Pro UCI Series
South Jordan, Utah

Jul 06-08, 2012
USABMX Stars N Stripes Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Pittsburgh, PA

Jul 20-22, 2012
USABMX Midwest Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Rockford, IL

Aug 31-02, 2012
USABMX Bluegrass Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Louisville, KY

Oct 26-28, 2012
USABMX Disney Cup Fall Nationals – Pro UCI Series
Orlando, FL

Nov 22-25, 2012
USABMX Presidents Cup Race of Champions – Pro UCI Series
Tulsa, OK

Nov 22-25, 2012
USABMX USA BMX Grand National – Pro Series Final
Tulsa, OK

For stickers, email Jerry Landrum/Alienation BMX … jerryl@alienationbmx.com