BMX Show Bike Wizard & BMX Cruiser Legend Mark Darcy | Super Rad BMX Podcast Episode 8

BMX Show Bike Wizard & BMX Cruiser Legend Mark Darcy | Super Rad BMX Podcast Episode 8

In this episode of the Super Rad BMX Podcast, we sit down with BMX Cruiser trailblazer Mark Darcy! Mark was one of the first riders to compete in the BMX Cruiser division, thanks to his factory sponsorship with Powerlite. He takes us back to the early days of BMX, sharing stories of his travels across the country, competing with both Powerlite and later, Bassett Racing.

But Mark's talents don't stop at racing. He's also a master at restoring vintage BMX bikes, with a collection of meticulously restored, award-winning show bikes that have left their mark on the BMX world.

We also dive into Mark's latest venture, the co-founding of ABSAPRO alongside Dino Bartoli. This new organization is setting the standard for vintage BMX bike shows with an innovative point system and clear judging criteria to ensure fairness and consistency in competitions.

Tune in to hear all about Mark's incredible BMX journey, his passion for bike restoration, and the exciting future of ABSAPRO!

Whether you're a BMX enthusiast or just discovering the sport, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Whether you're a seasoned rider, a dedicated fan, or just someone who loves the adrenaline rush of BMX, this podcast is for you. Each episode, we dive into the latest BMX news, interview BMX legends, along with top riders from around the world, and explore the culture that makes BMX so rad. From behind-the-scenes stories and epic competitions, we've got it all covered. Tune in, gear up, and get ready to ride with the Super Rad BMX Podcast – where the BMX stoke never ends!

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
02:12 Mark, Brad and Tim talk about vintage BMX bicycle shows.
15:23 Mark talks about ABSAPRO vintage BMX show organization.
28:41 Mark and Tim talk about when they met at the 1980 ABA Grand Nationals.
29:43 Photo of the first ever BMX Cruiser main event at an ABA Grand Nationals!
33:15 We share memories of Powerlite BMX founder Steve Rink.
35:12 Mark Darcy talks about his factory sponsorships with Powerlite and Bassett.
40:20 We dig into the history of the first 24 inch BMX Cruisers made by RRS and Powerlite.
43:18 Mark talks about racing his 1978 26 inch Bassett Cruiser at Dirtyfest and Frogtown.
46:03 Mark talks about growing up in places like Huntington Beach, California.
46:54 We reminisce about the legendary Orange County YMCA BMX track.
54:39 Bike Creations by Darcy keeps Mark busy restoring bikes for top names in BMX.
01:01:01 The show wraps up as Mark tells us more interesting BMX bike restoration stories.