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DK King of Dirt new dates

Posted by Clint Sibbald + December 03, 2008 10:36pm [Updated]

Media release -

After the postponement of the DK King of Dirt, we are happy to announce that a new date has been set. Sunday 21st of December will see Australia's best BMX riders return to Pine Rivers Park to compete for thousands of dollars in Cash and Prizes.

The event will run on this new date to the same schedule as the previous date. Riders will be able to practice on the course on Saturday 20th December and in various Practice Sessions prior to the event day.

These sessions will be announced on the Myspace Site as soon as possible. DK King of Dirt Myspace: www.myspace.com/KingofDirtBMX

DK King of Dirt 2008 postponed

Posted by Clint Sibbald + November 24, 2008 04:20pm [Updated]

Media release -

Due to the recent storms around South East QLD, the DK King of Dirt has been postponed. The recent storms and rain were so severe that the majority of the jumps were underwater late last week! Due to the severity of the damage, the course will require maintenance and is expected to return to competition standard by mid December.

Rest assured that a new date for the event will be set shortly and the DK KOD Staff will do everything they can to ensure that the jumps are back in top condition by the new date " which is likely to be in late December.

For regular updates on the progress, and for some interesting photos of the course after the storms, check out the DK King of Dirt Myspace: www.myspace.com/KingofDirtBMX

DK King of Dirt 2008 Update

Posted by Clint Sibbald + November 19, 2008 03:36pm [Updated]

Media Release -

Mother Nature took a shot at levelling Brisbane and she came pretty close but unfortunately the severe weather has delayed the the construction of the DK King of Dirt course. Construction will start as soon as possible, and official practice session times will be released shortly. The DK King Of Dirt crew are working around the clock to ensure the course will be open for as many practice sessions as possible.

Riders are again reminded that you will not be able to use the jumps outside of the official practice sessions and that to practice, you must be a registered competitor with CORE Operations.

In other news, make sure you check out the new DK King of Dirt Poster for 2008 featuring last years DK King Of Dirt Champion, Jai Toohey.

Like many other riders from last year, Jai will be returning to Pine Rivers Park this year to have another shot at the title. After a big year and some awesome results on the US competition circuit, Jai will be keen to repeat his win from 2007.

Some other riders who will be competing with Jai are:

1. Nick Cooper (QLD) " Nick is probably QLDs best chance for a win. Nick
tied for first place in 2006, and was runner up in 2007.

2. Dane Searls (NSW) Dane is one of the best young Dirt Jumpers in Australia and has competed in and stood on the podium at some of the biggest events around the world. He was also the tied winner of this event in 2006.

3. Cam Pianta (VIC) Cam travels a long way for this event and with his massive bag of tricks the crowds are always glad he does! A definite threat for the win.

4. Shane Conlon (NSW) Shane will be up from Coffs to compete and after his third place in 2007, will be keen go 2 spots better in 2008.

5. Niki Buckyard (QLD) Another local with the skills to take the win. Made finals in 07 and came 4th, but was unlucky not to put together the run he wanted. Maybe a bit of luck will swing his way in 2008...

For detailed information about the event, including info for spectators and competitors, check out: www.myspace.com/KingofDirtBMX

DK King of Dirt 2008 29th - 30th November

Posted by Clint Sibbald + November 13, 2008 06:07pm [Updated]

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Media release -

The biggest BMX Dirt Jumping Competition in South East QLD, the DK
King of Dirt, is back again in 2008 and will be coming to the Pine Rivers Park Dirt Jumps on Sunday 30th of November.

The DK King of Dirt, presented by Moreton Bay Regional Council has fast become known as one of the best BMX competitions in Australia. The event will showcase the extraordinary skill of BMX Dirt jumpers as they perform tricks like Backflips,Front Flips, Tailwhips, Supermans and 360s over some of the biggest jumps in the country. All Pro riders on the day will be competing for thousands of dollars worth of cash and prizes, so they wont be holding anything back as they try to take the win!

The DK King of Dirt is a once a year opportunity for people in South East QLD to see the countries best BMX riders " many of whom spend the majority of the year traveling overseas competing internationally " competing on Australian soil.

The DK King of Dirt 2008 will attract over 20 of Australias finest professional riders, as well as a contingent of international riders keen to take the winners trophy away with them. Needless to say, spectators will be treated to a display of riding unlike any seen in Australia previously.

In addition to the world class field of Professional Riders, the DK King of Dirt also features competitions for younger riders, in Beginner and Expert Classes. Some of Australias best up and coming riders will be showing off their skills as they compete for some fantastic prizes " thanks to DK Bikes and Loosekid Industries.

For detailed information about the event, including info for spectators and competitors, check out: www.myspace.com/KingofDirtBMX

CORE Series 2008 results

Posted by Clint Sibbald + October 27, 2008 08:58am [Updated]

Media Release -

Last weekend saw the Grand Final of the CORE Series for 2008 at Kuraby Skate Park, and with more than 100 competitors in BMX and Skateboarding, there was no shortage of action!

With another massive turnout for the last round of the We The People BMX Championships, the BMXers of QLD put on another awesome show for the crowd. In the beginner class, Steve Denny put together a great run in the finals to edge out Jack Stewart and Mitchell Jamieson. Steve used some different lines and put in plenty of technical tricks to take the win. After all the scores were added up, Jason Watts become the 2008 CORE Series Champ for beginner BMX with 2 awesome performances at the first 2 events, backed up by another finals appearance at Kuraby. For his efforts, he won himself a brand new frame thanks to We The People Bikes.

Expert BMX showed up one of the closest battles of the weekend between Dylan Radford and Keelan Troy. In the end Keelan just edged out Dylan in the final run by only 1 point! Tom Brock put together another solid display in the finals to come in 3rd for the day, and wrap up the Expert CORE Series Title. Toms consistent performances through the series, and ability to put together good Finals runs ensured he kept his points lead through the series. He also walked away with a brand new frame thanks to We The People Bikes.

The final round of Pro BMX for the series lived up to all expectations, with some of the best riding we have seen throughout the series. All the Pro riders put in some awesome runs, particularly Chris Courtney and Kyle Ballock, who both made it into the top 3. But, in the end, Nick Cooper proved unbeatable for the second event in a row. His super high energy runs, combined with unique lines and tricks is definitely a winning combination! With this 2nd win of the series, he sealed his CORE Series overall win " with a total of 28 points out of a possible 30! Congratulations to Nick who took home $500 CASH thanks to We The People Bikes. Alex Hiam ended up in 2nd place overall and took home the Runner Up prize of $250 Cash from We The People. Alex is certainly going to be one to watch in next years CORE Series " especially since he is only 13yrs old!!!!

Kuraby results

Beginner BMX

• 1. Steve Denny
• 2. Jack Stewart
• 3. Mitchell Jamieson

Expert BMX

• 1. Keelan Troy
• 2. Dylan Radford
• 3. Tom Brock

PRO BMX

• 1. Nick Cooper
• 2. Chris Courtney
• 3. Kyle Ballock

Overall CORE Series Champion Results

Pro BMX
Champion - Nick Cooper
Runner up - Alex Hiam
Expert BMX
Tom Brock
Beginner BMX
Jason Watts

CORE Series Grand Final 18th - 19th Oct at Kuraby

Posted by Clint Sibbald + September 26, 2008 12:18pm [Updated]

Media release -

The Grand Final of the CORE Series 2008 is coming to Kuraby Skate Park on the 18th and 19th of October 2008. Come on down to witness some of the craziest tricks from the finest young Extreme Sports athletes in QLD!

After 2 rounds of competition, the scores have never been closer coming into the CORE Series Grand Final. With over 100 competitors expected to line up for a final shot at the prizes, Kuraby Skate Park is going to be the location for one of the largest Extreme Sports events ever seen in Brisbane. The CORE Series Grand Final will be spread over two action packed days. Beginner BMX, Expert BMX, Under 12s Skate and Under 16s Skate will have their qualifying rounds on Saturday the 18th. Judging by the skill seen in these classes at the Albany Creek and Deagon competitions, even qualifying will be an amazing show! Anyone is invited to compete and you can sign up on the day. For full entry details, check out the Myspace " www.myspace.com/Core_Series.

Sunday the 19th will see the Beginners, Experts, Under 12s and Under 16s Finals through the morning, followed by the Pro BMX and Open Skate competitions. Pro BMX and Open Skate will feature the best BMXers and Skaters from around QLD competiting for once last shot at the huge stack of prizes on offer thanks for We The People Bikes and Simbyotik Skateboards.

This is also the last chance to secure points to be the CORE Series Champion and win the grand prize of $500.00 CASH.

In addition to the Skate Park action, Sunday the 19th will also feature "Locale, Music for ya Park". This will include rides, workshops, live music and plenty of extra entertainment. For more information about Locale, visit www.myspace.com/localebrisbane

Jindalee Skate Park Jam

Posted by Nick Lehmann + September 18, 2008 09:04pm

Go Xtreme Festival 25th September

Posted by Clint Sibbald + September 16, 2008 02:07pm [Updated]

The Go Xtreme Festival will be held on Thursday September 25th at the Mudgeeraba showgrounds on the Gold Coast.

There will be freestyle BMX mini vert and dirt comps as well as live bands, rings sports, FMX show and more.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for anyone under 16, available through TicketMaster

Core Series Round 2 results

Posted by Clint Sibbald + September 02, 2008 02:44pm

Core Series 2008 media release -

Saturday August 23rd saw the 2nd Round of the CORE Series 08 come to the Deagon Skate Park. On the day there was more than 85 competitors in Skate and BMX on hand to show off their skills " ensuring that the day was packed from start to finish.

As at Albany Creek " the BMXers were not to be outdone by the record number of Skaters. We had so many entries that we had to start turning people away, we were always guaranteed of a crazy competition. The riders did not disappoint with a very different display of bike riding to what we saw at Albany Creek. And just like the skating " a new set of winners!

Results

Beginner BMX

• 1. Brayden Cross
• 2. Jason Watts
• 3. Matthew Vaux

Expert BMX

• 1. Johnny Mackellar
• 2. Tom Keim
• 3. Dylan Radford

PRO BMX

• 1. Nick Cooper
• 2. Alex Hiam
• 3. Macca

So far, the race for CORE Series Champion is still wide open in most of the classes! Check the Myspace for a complete list of Series Score Tables to see just how close it will be to get the major prize! For all the latest photos and videos from the Deagon Event, check the www.myspace.com/MySpace.

The Final round of the CORE Series 08 will be at Kuraby Skate Park on the 18th and 19th of October. Make sure you keep an eye on the Myspace for the event schedules...

For up to the minute news about the CORE Series, and photos, results & videos from the most recent event, go to our Myspace: www.myspace.com/CORE_Series

P.S Rado over at Ozscene has posted a video from the day.

Rampfest indoor skate park video tour and interview

Posted by Clint Sibbald + August 31, 2008 06:05pm [Updated]

An inside look at Australia's newest indoor skate park. John Bultchins takes us on a tour and interviews Rampfest owner Brett Williams.