DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --
WHO:
Nic Long, 2012 and 2016 Olympian, Vet Pro BMX Racer, Huffy BMX Brand and Team Manager
Nick Bruce, 2020 Olympian, Professional Freestyle BMX Rider, Elite Men's Division
Carly Kane, Professional BMX Racer, #6 in the World (2024)
Huck Kurinsky, Junior Freestyle BMX Rider, 3X National Champion
Jacob Thiem, Professional Freestyle BMX Rider (pictured)
Ethan Popovich, Expert (17-20) BMX Racer
Zach Borton, Freestyle BMX Rider
WHAT:
Huffy Bicycles announced their reentry into the world of BMX – both freestyle and race – in early 2024. Since then, the team has been relentless in their pursuit of growth within the category as they've pursued the expansion of their team of riders in addition to a more robust BMX product line to be released throughout 2025. The entire Huffy BMX team will be in Dayton at Huffy's headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio on Tuesday, February 18th to celebrate the growth of the team and BMX program as a whole for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
"Each of these talented riders shares our passion for getting more kids and families on bikes and inspiring wheeled adventures – whether that's at a local skatepark or in their own neighborhood," said Chris King, VP of Marketing and DTC for United Wheels, the parent company of Huffy. "Huffy's rich history in BMX and in the cycling category overall helps us be well-suited to serve every rider from those trying BMX for the first time to riders who are training with the end goal of becoming an Olympian. Our vertical integration and wealth of knowledge from over 130 years in the industry gives us confidence in the products we are providing to families across the globe."
The past year has been energizing for the Huffy team, and fueled the fire in our organization to continue our pursuit of growth and success in BMX. With our passionate and dedicated team of riders beside us, we are thrilled for all that is to come in 2025 and beyond!
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:
The Huffy BMX team be available for limited one-on-one phone/virtual interviews to discuss their involvement with Huffy, careers in BMX, passion for seeing more young riders get into the sport, as well as their upcoming competitions and races throughout the 2025 season. Spokespersons from Huffy are also available to discuss the partnerships one-on-one. To organize an interview, please email Katie Begley ([email protected]).
About the Huffy BMX Team:
Comprised of 7 unique riders with individual talents and styles of riding, the Huffy BMX team has a shared desire to see the sport grow and to nurture young riders' passion and skills to encourage their success in BMX. Each rider has a unique story of how they came to know and love the sport, and their heart for their craft shows through in their commitment to #LiveTheRide every day. The entire team, in some capacity, participates in clinics or other events targeted towards young riders to help build their confidence and teach them more about BMX, showing firsthand their commitment to getting more kids off of their screens and out on bikes. The Huffy BMX team competes locally, nationally, and globally, making Huffy BMX known across the world.
About Huffy Corporation
Huffy Corporation is a privately held company celebrating more than 130 years in the bicycle business. The instantly recognized brand is sold at thousands of retail locations, shipping 5 million bicycles annually throughout the U.S. and more than 40 countries internationally. Huffy products are known for durability, comfort, and the fun memories made on trikes, scooters, bikes and ride-ons for every member of the family. For more information, visit: www.huffy.com. To learn more about Huffy's parent company, United Wheels, please visit www.unitedwheels.com.
SOURCE United Wheels Inc.
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