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Choosing between a 31.8mm and 22.2mm BMX handlebar setup can change the feel of your race bike. In this breakdown, we cover the key differences between oversized and standard BMX handlebars, including stiffness, weight, steering response, comfort, and overall ride feel. Whether you're building a new BMX race bike or upgrading your cockpit setup, this guide explains the pros and cons of each system to help you decide which setup is best for your riding style.

We tested BMX gear ratios from 43/16 to 49/16 over timed 40-foot sprints. See which rollout delivered the best acceleration for two riders, why harder isn’t always faster, and how to pick your ideal race gear.

Tight spots are not only annoying but can be dangerous too. We teach you how to diagnose the problem as well as methods for fixing it. In the end, we give you our recommendations for putting together a silky smooth drivetrain. 

As the name suggests, dry lube is best in dry conditions while wet lube is reserved for wet conditions. But how does this factor into bmx racing and which one should you be using?

Let’s talk tools, but more importantly the tools everyone needs in case of a trackside emergency.  

Welcome to your ultimate guide for bmx racing crank length.

Your guide for the perfect helmet fit every time.

Building off the success of the previous X5 fork, Box unveils the new titanium packed X6 carbon race fork. But is it any good?

Complete bikes are often over looked for fancy custom builds. But there's still some great value offered in today's packages. Let's take a look at our top 3 pics for the best bmx race bike in 2024!