Matthias Dandois In The 4th Dimension

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Matthias Dandois is always on point with media press releases and sent in this awesome press release for his latest project, read on!

“Hello!
I’m really proud to present you my new Red Bull video project: “TOUR DE FLAT 2018”

The technique we invented together is revolutionary: it’s a derivative from the stop motion. It consists in repeating the same succession of tricks in different landscapes bringing a vectorial approach to the image, in 4 dimensions: static shots, traveling shots, circular shots and drone shots. Everything was filmed with a small crew and materials: one camera operator, one drone and one electronic single-wheeled board.

The filming lasted seven intense days. We made eight stopovers: Paris, Épinay-sur-Orge, Nantes, Bordeaux, Biarritz, Hossegor, Montpellier and Lyon. Despite bad weather conditions and non-traditional grounds for BMX Flat, We finally made it!

To find the best spots, I engaged my community through my social networks with the hashtag #DandoisChezToi (literally “Dandois at your home”). It allowed me to meet in person the ones who follow me all year long. The good side of social medias!

The video got so much media coverage already! We made all the French News Channel (BFM TV, CNews, France Info…) and got multiple articles in L’equipe, Paris Match, Fubiz, Le Figaro…) Super stoked on it!

The Making of the video will follow soon!

The crew:
Directed by: Christian Rigal
Making of by: Pierre Blondel
Filmed by: Christian Rigal / Pierre Blondel
Photography by: Vince Perraud / Pierre Blondel
Mix by: Olivier Daubry
Motion by: Kelly Bolton
Produced by ASI MANAGEMENT and RED BULL MEDIA HOUSE.

Thanks to Skoda for the support!”

Giannis Caternellis – Freestyler #100 The End

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Today is dedicated to Giannis Caternellis, a monumental day where he reaches 100 edits in his freestyler series. Absolutely amazing worth ethic to get this done, not to mention trick bag! Especially loved the diversity in what he is doing in this 100th edit, and the standout being the hitchhiker darksome to fudge packer F truck and out at around the 5:49 mark. Respect Giannis!

Must Listen! Mark Eaton Space Brothers Podcast

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Kip Williamson and Chip Riggs catch up with Plywood Hood, Mark Eaton for an absolute Must Listen Space Brothers Podcast!

Mark Eaton, Kevin Jones and the rest of Plywood Hoods paved their own way in Flatland and BMX in general, this podcast uncovers what it was like every time they showed up to a contest all eyes were on them with video cameras aimed in their direction hoping to capture the next ground breaking trick whether that was steamroller, whiplash, hitchhiker, backpacker or many other amazing groundbreaking moves. Even the top pros at the time kept their eyes on Mark, Kevin, and the other Plywood Hoods hoping to see some of their latest tricks and they changed the game forever.

When you get a spare few hours you need to sit down, and really take this in. Thanks Eaton and the rest of the Plywood Hoods for all they have done for flatland. This is pure gold!

*Just a reminder that all of the episodes can be listened to on SoundCloud (above), iTunes, Google Play, & Stitcher Radio by searching “Space Brothers Podcast”.

Scott Hagnas – Now & Then 2018

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If you are riding flatland in your fifties, I have the utmost respect for your passion towards flatland. Tricks are not only for Kids, but Adults too. I grew up watching Scott Hagnas Infection videos during the 90’s, and today I am stoked to watch this retrospective edit Snakebite BMX just dropped on their channel documenting Scott’s riding from 1984 to 2005 and up to date footage to boot as well and is still ripping at the age of 52. Scott has a lot of great ideas and it’s super fun to watch his take on flatland, go watch this!

American Flatland Association News for 2019!

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Exciting news from the AFA for the new year, read on!

“Free flights, podium prizes, and Flatland Fuel gift cards. Just some of the exciting changes for the AFA in 2019!
First, we are holding four expert class video contests. One winner per contest will receive a free flight to the next AFA round. US residents only, and you can only win one time per year.
Another change for amateur riders, class podium winners will now receive prize packs from Flatland Fuel.
And finally, we are giving away a total of $500 in Flatland Fuel gift cards, for the expert class year-end podium winners this year.
More dates and details will be available soon. Thank you for your support and keep riding!”

Must Watch – James McGraw / 2018 Year End

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2018 Year End from James McGraw on Vimeo.

I feel like I am giving these Must Watch’s out on the daily at the moment, but James McGraw deserves it more than most. For James to hold back from posting on Instagram is almost an impossible task, I can picture him stressing about not showing it online at his home in Monument, Colorado. At the age of 48, James is a big inspiration to me personally. He has kids, his wife, Laura, runs his own business, phone always going non stop, yet he still finds the time and focus to ride and his energy more importantly is contagious.

This video is James’ quest for several variations that he has been chasing for a long time, one trick took him almost two years. However old you are watching this, will you have this energy at 48? If you already do, more power to you and you should share it. You may inspire more people other than just myself, congratulations on the Must Watch James and thanks again for all you do for flatland.

The 2018 Flatmattersonline Year Awards!

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Design: Johann Chan.

Just a few weeks ago, I celebrated 10 years of running Flatmattersonline. Thank you for all the positive feedback on the site and on my social media, it’s pretty amazing to me that the site continues to grow as we now move into it’s 11th year. Next year I have some bigger plans with the site that I am really excited to get working on in the new year.

Now it’s time to get to the 2018 Flatmattersonline Year End awards and if you have already scrolled down you will notice I keep the same format as the 2017 awards. Who’s going to win this year? Who do you feel has had the best year, what do you look for? Contest results? Must Watch edits? Giving back to the sport? Perhaps something else…

Without further a due, it’s time to start researching and digging back through the year at what’s gone on.

Editorial Vote:
Rider of the Year
Edit of the Year
Most Progressive Rider
Outstanding Contribution
Line of The Year

Reader Choice:
Rider of the Year
Edit of the Year
Most Progressive Rider
Contest Run of Year
Breakthrough Rider of the Year

What’s the Deadline for voting?
Voting closes New Years Eve at 12 Midnight GMT.
Monday December 31st.

How do you vote?
Send your votes through to: effraim@flatmattersonline.com – entitled Flatmattersonline Awards 2018.

Nominees announced:
Friday January 4th.

Year end award winners announced:
Friday 11th January.

Please note:
Voting only counts via email, and you must vote in each category to be eligible. Plenty of time to go through edits over the festive period and look back via the site on the highlights of the year that will follow over the next few weeks, take your time and good luck and most of all enjoy the process!

Effraim Catlow
Flatmattersonline / 10 Years Strong!