Two of the most popular brands in BMX have teamed up and brought out a great collection, which is now available from us. Hit the link, check for yourself and grab your favorites while stocks last!

After the last two freedombmx awards could only take place online due to COVID, this year's edition will again feature beer showers in real life... namely on November 19, 2022 in the Skatehalle Berlin. YIH-YIIIH...
The Skatehalle Berlin opens its doors from 1:00 p.m. and during the afternoon there will be relaxed sessions on the street course and in the new bowl, as well as the one or the other best trick contest, where our MCs Hemmelmeister and Flocksn will give away non-cash prizes from many great sponsors.

When:
Saturday, November 19th, 2022(from 1 p.m.): Open BMX Session in the Skatehalle Berlin (free entry for BMXers)
Where: Skatehalle Berlin, Revaler Straße 99, 10245 Berlin

Supported by: kunstform BMX Shop, VANS, Odyssey BMX, Demolition Parts, Tempered Goods, TSG, All In, Cult Crew, éclat, Shadow Riding Gear, Mankind Bike Company, Mongoose, KHEBikes, Fitbikeco., Flybikes and United Bike Co.

freedombmx Awards:

As soon as everyone has escalated on the photo wall and will have a drink in hand, there will be shown two brand new videos the freedombmx magazine has filmed last summer with the street and transition factions of SIBMX. Epic edits and a bonus surprise will await you... so stay tuned. After the videos, the freedombmx magazine will then continue with honoring the best german riders of 2022 in the following categories:

Street driver:in of the year
Driver of the Year
Park Driver:in of the Year
Trail Rider:in of the Year
Flatlander:in of the year
Driver:in of the year international
Video of the year national
Newcomer:in of the year

To warm up your anticipation, we have a video of an kunstform session in the Skatehalle Berlin below.

Have fun with it and see you on November 19, 2022 in Berlin!



All the best

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Xmas and the new year is coming closer and because some people asked us for our opening times during the holidays, we're presenting you a litte overview here . Please notice, that as usual our BMX Shops in Stuttgart and Berlin are closed on the 24th and the 31th of december.

Opening Times 23.12. - 02.01. BMX Shop Stuttgart & Berlin

23.12. (Friday) - open
24.12. (Saturday) - closed
25.12. (Sunday) - closed
26.12. (Monday) - closed
27.12. (Tuesday) - open
28.12. (Wednesday) - open
29.12. (Thursday) - open
30.12. (Friday) - open
31.12. (Saturday) - closed
01.01. (Sunday) - closed
02.01. (Monday) - open


Notes for shipping orders

German Shipping

All orders where the status of the ordered products is "in stock" and which we will get until 20th of december before 12pm should arrive right in time for xmas.

International Shipping

For sending parcels to a recipient outside Germany, the following deadlines apply:

In neighboring countries of Germany: 18.12.
To other European countries: 12.12.
In non-European countries: 06.12.

We wish you a merry xmas and a happy new year.

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Hot, Hot, Hot.... The "Fast and Loose"-Crew has a brand new collection with some pretty cool styles and new designs available and this is exactly what's now available in our shop. Check it out....

Before the best riders of the year were chosen at the freedombmx Awards 2022 in the Skatehalle Berlin, physical training was first on the agenda.

Freedom BMX Magazin captured the highlights of the @vans X @kunstformbmxshop Rail Session, where a mad mob grinded down the railing and the ledge next to it for 15 minutes and then 15 minutes in moving images.

We hope you enjoy watching!

The delivery with the latest Dig BMX Issue has finally arrived. The magazine comes in a 220-page, oversized high quality format with many articles, interviews and a lot of great BMX photos and is written in English! Get it while stocks last....

Yeah... we've received a new shipment of Odyssey and long sold out BMX parts like the "Hazard Lite" rims, "R-25" forks or the popular "Monolever" brake levers (in various options) are finally available again. There are also plenty of new items like the "Prime" shirt, the "Monogram" winderbreaker jackets, the "Broc Raiford" seat in a new color and much more! We recommend you to grab it while stocks last.

Endless grip... With the "Wafflecup" BMX outsoles from Vans you'll have a very comfortable pedal feeling, but also a lot of grip! We are pleased to be able to offer you various Vans BMX shoe styles in different colors.

The first shipment of brand new BSD 2023 products has arrived in our stock! Included are, new frame and tire colors, the 4-piece "Safari" and 2-piece "ALVX" handlebars, the new "Mondo" seats and much more! Check it out...

We have received a new delivery from the Australian BMX company Tempered Bikes. In addition to the new "Wrath" & "Ritual" BMX frames we also have various new seats in different designs in stock. Several options of handlebars, the popular Tempered Bikes stems, sprockets and much more is available now!

Yeah, we're happy, because on Saturday March 11th, 2023 the King of Wheel BMX Contest will take place in the Skatepark Stuttpark in Stuttgart. The classes are BMX Women, BMX Kids (up to and including 13 years), BMX Amateurs and BMX Professionals. Everyone come over and let's have a good time.

Hardfacts

What: BMX Contest at the "Stuttpark" skate park in Stuttgart (free entry)
When: Saturday, 11th of March 2023 from 10 a.m.
Where: Skatepark "Stuttpark", Kegelenstraße 19, 70372 Stuttgart (Trainstation Stuttgart Bad Cannstatt)

Riding in the Stuttpark is only permitted with plastic pegs and pedals, if you don't have plastic pegs you can buy some at the Stuttpark

Schedule

10:00 a.m.: Stuttpark Opens
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.:   WARM UP KIDS
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.:   CONTEST KIDS
12:00 - 12:30 p.m.:   WARM UP AM
12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.:   CONTEST AM
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.:   WARM UP WOMEN
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.:   CONTEST WOMEN
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.:   WARM UP PRO
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.:   CONTEST PRO
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.:   Meet & Greet with Drinks & Music in the kunstform BMX Shop in Stuttgart (5 minutes by S-Bahn)

We are not hosting an official after-show party this time, but since the shop is located right in the center of Stuttgart, we would like to recommend visiting the nearby clubs or bars, which are plentiful.

Contest

Classes: BMX Professional, BMX Amateurs, BMX Kids (up to and including 13 years), BMX Women
Qualification: 1 Run of approx. 1 Minute (possibly shorter depending on the number of registrations). The best 10 riders advance to the final.
Final: 2 runs of 1 minute, best run counts.

Prizes: non-cash prizes and vouchers, 1500 Euro prize money for BMX PRO
Simple Session Qualification: Top 3 in BMX PRO will automatically be qualified for the Simple Session, flight & hotel will be taken care of by kunstform BMX Shop.

Judges: Markus Wilke, Wendelin Mok, Konsty Rudobashta
Moderator: Simon "Huddl" Zimmerman

Supported by: Shadow Riding Gear, Mankind, Cult, Odyssey, eclat, Fit, United, Fiend, freedombmx, kunstform


Register online now

To get you in the mood, here is the video from the freedom BMX Awards in Stuttgart

See you on March 11th, 2023 in Stuttgart!

Greetings

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Yeah, keep on jamming! Together with our bros from @freedombmx_mag we will run a BMX Online Jam during Easter holidays! We’ll give away 10 x 50 Euro vouchers and the best clips will be featured at our "easter online bmx jam" edit at freedombmx! So get ready for a smooth session and this is how it works:

* Film a clip during the Easter holidays and post it on your Instagram profile with the hashtag #easteronlinebmxjam23

* Then tag @kunstformbmxshop and @freedombmx_mag in the post

* DONE!

The last date for entries is April 10th, 2023 at midnight. We will randomly raffle from all clips 10 x 50 Euro shopping vouchers, which u can use at www.kunstform.org or in one of our shops in Stuttgart and Berlin. In addition, we will feature the best clips of the "Easter Online BMX Jam 2023" in an extra video on www.freedombmx.de

Here you can see the video from our last "xmas online bmx jam":



Happy Easter and have fun! From now on u can post your clips! #bmx #bmxjam #freedombmx #keeponjammin #bmxshop

We are happy to be able to offer you the DK Bikes "Cygnus" BMX bike for an extremely good price for a short time. You shouldn't wait long, as the offer is only valid while stocks last.

Yes, freedombmx has finished the video for #easteronlinebmxjam 2023 and we have to say that the riding level was higher than ever this time. We would like to thank everyone who took part in our small online BMX Jam and we are already looking forward to the X-Mas version of this event.

In this context, we also recommend that you take a look at Instagram under the hashtags #easteronlinebmxjam and #easteronlinebmxjam23, because that's where all the entries can be found.

A new Shadow Riding Gear shipment has arrived! The Shadow Riding Gear protectors were made by BMXers for BMXers and are therefore one of the most popular protectors in the BMX and meanwhile also MTB area.

Yeahh, the Subrosa BMX bikes have finally arrived and we can tell you, it was worth the wait! The bikes are equipped with solid parts from Rant BMX as well as the Shadow Conspiracy and coming with new designs and fresh colors. Since the demand is quite high, we recommend that you strike here quickly.

Vans has been a strong supporter of Fairdale for years and this project brings their collaboration even closer together. Both companies have joined forces and a very special production run of only 300 Fairdale x Vans "Taj" Cruisers has been made and some of them are now available from us.

The Fast and Loose "Magnetar" DVD has finally arrived. This video is already now one of the best that has come out so far and will come out during this year and since we've only got a small amount of them, we recommend you to be fast to grab your copy.

Vans is one of the brands that supports BMX the most, which is also evident in their ever-growing line of products specifically designed to meet the needs of BMXers. We're happy to announce that this line of products is now available from us, but as we only have a limited number of items in stock, we recommend that you act fast.

We are pleased to announce that we are now adding the Eastpak brand to our product range. Eastpak is a renowned manufacturer of high-quality backpacks, bags and luggage.

Eastpak is characterized by its modern design, durable workmanship and innovative functions, which is why the brand is very synonymous with quality and reliability.

The products are available online as well as in our BMX shops in Stuttgart and Berlin and we are happy to be able to offer them to you from now on.

Best regards
Your kunstform BMX shop team

The new BMX frames from Federal Bikes, developed in collaboration with Bruno Hoffmann, Boyd Hilder, and Dan Lacey, are now available. These frames are characterized by their top-notch performance and durability, influenced by these experienced riders. In addition, there is the Chiller BMX frame, which was created in collaboration with DUB BMX. These frames offer exciting designs and solid performance.

Discover the best offers in our Etnies shoes sale now! Etnies offers you a wide selection of shoes for every occasion, from casual sneakers to durable skate or BMX shoes. So whether you're looking for style, comfort or performance, you'll find it in our Etnies shoes sale. As always, it's worth being quick because these offers are only valid while stocks last.

We are pleased to inform you that we're now having a fine selection of popular Profile Racing parts with the color matte green available. These parts are now in stock, but only while supplies last. Act quickly and secure your green Profile Racing parts before they'll be sold out!

You're looking for a new BMX bike? With our unbeatable "flash sale"-prices you can save big for a short time now. It doesn't matter if you are an experienced BMX pro or a BMX beginner who wants to learn the first tricks, the high-quality BMX bikes from Subrosa Bikes are designed for maximum performance and durability for every requirement. The offers are only valid until 16th of november 2023 and while stocks last.

It's now been 20 years since Sebastian Pospischil registered the kunstform business and we want to celebrate this anniversary in our BMX shop in Stuttgart with a BMX Street and a BMX Flatland Jam. We invite you to celebrate this milestone on 11. November 2023 in Stuttgart to celebrate with us. At 12 noon we start in our BMX shop and explore some BMX street spots in Stuttgart. At the same time, a BMX flatland meeting will take place at the famous spot 'Haus der Geschichte'. Later the party continues in our shop and warehouse. We are happy to have you with us.

We'll be sharing some recaps in the coming days, so stay tuned. Thank you for your support; Without you this anniversary would never have been possible. A big thank you also goes to our supporters for this event: @odysseybmx & @demolitionparts via @sibmxdistro, @shadowridinggear & @mankindbmx via @unitybmx, @fitbikeco & @sandmbicycles via @allridebmx, @cultcrew & @eclatbmxbrand via @traffic .bmx and @ridetsg via @247bike.

When: Saturday November 11th, 2023 (from 12 p.m.): Meeting point in the Stuttgart shop

Where: kunstform BMX Shop, Rotebühlstr. 63, 70178 Stuttgart

Supported by: @odysseybmx & @demolitionparts via @sibmxdistro, @shadowridinggear & @mankindbmx via @unitybmx, @fitbikeco & @sandmbicycles via @allridebmx, @cultcrew & @eclatbmxbrand via @traffic.bmx and @ridetsg via @247bike

We look forward to seeing you!

Best regards

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

20 Years of kunstform: How It All Began?! Around the 2000s, Stuttgart, partly due to the excellent BMX Flatland spot 'Haus der Geschichte' and riders like Stephan 'Ass' Dietrich and Philip Jakober, held a magical allure. Many BMX riders from all over Germany, including Sebastian Pospischil, Florian Sailer, Moritz Edschmid, Philip Früh, Roman Rommel, and later, Daniel Fuhrmann, John Krämer, Oliver Radunz, and many more, moved to Stuttgart. The scene thrived, and it gave rise to unforgettable parties and events like the BMX Contest series 'Battle in the Club' and many BMX jams.

Sebastian Pospischil, while studying, initiated the kunstform project from his BMX flatshare in 2003. Initially, he imported smaller BMX brands like Artzone, Jim Bob, and FlatTV. The first website went live under the domain www.kunstform.org, and the initial team riders, Chris Böhm, Daniel Hennig, and Sven Steinbach, received support through kunstform.

Between 2003 and 2005 the BMX scene in Stuttgart experienced continuous growth. Our inventory of BMX parts was constantly expanded and at the same time we launched our online shop, which enabled our customers to conveniently place orders online. We were also represented at various events, including the BMX Masters in Cologne and smaller BMX flatland jams, where we had our own stand. During this time, unforgettable parties, jams and competitions took place. Even internationally known BMX riders such as Nathan Penonzcek, Michael Sommer, Jesse Puente and Hiro Morisaki visited Stuttgart. Our Japanese BMX friend Daiske spent nine months in Stuttgart, where he lived in Seppl's shared apartment on Hackstrasse.

At this time we also launched our first kunstform product, the "kunstform Ohh-Rings". These made it possible to adjust the handle length according to individual preferences. Furthermore, our first kunstform commercial was broadcast on the most common European BMX VHS cassettes.

The first kunstform commercial

On November 11th, 2023 we will celebrate our 20th anniversary with a street and flatland jam, as well as a meet & greet in our BMX shop in Stuttgart, where we would like to invite you.

Your kunstform BMX shop team

Our "Mankind Bikes" supplier has discovered a box full of Mankind "Prometheus" Freecoasters in their warehouse, which is why we can now offer them to you with an extremely attractive price. So if you've ever thought about trying out a freecoaster, this is the perfect opportunity and if you also add a rim, spokes and our assembly service to your shopping cart, you can even put together a complete wheel. This offer is only valid while stocks last

We got a large amount of the popular Odyssey "Travis Hughes" grips with better conditions, which is why we can now offer them to you in our "Super Sale" at a great price. The offer is only valid while stocks last, so grab it!

Xmas and the new year is coming closer and because some people asked us for our opening times during the holidays, we're presenting you a litte overview here . Please notice, that as usual our BMX Shops in Stuttgart and Berlin are closed on the 24th and the 31th of december.

Opening Times 22.12. - 02.01. BMX Shop Stuttgart & Berlin

22.12. (Friday) - open
23.12. (Saturday) - open
24.12. (Sunday) - closed
25.12. (Monday) - closed
26.12. (Tuesday) - closed
27.12. (Wednesday) - open
28.12. (Thursday) - open
29.12. (Friday) - open
30.12. (Saturday) - open
31.12. (Sunday) - closed
01.01. (Monday) - closed
02.01. (Tuesday) - open


Notes for shipping orders

German Shipping

All orders where the status of the ordered products is "in stock" and which we will get until 20th of december before 12pm should arrive right in time for xmas.

International Shipping

For sending parcels to a recipient outside Germany, the following deadlines apply:

In neighboring countries of Germany: 18.12.
To other European countries: 12.12.
In non-European countries: 06.12.

We wish you a merry xmas and a happy new year.

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Spring vibes all the way! Our first Vans delivery for Spring 2024 has arrived, including the long-awaited Vans "Zahba Mid" shoes. Not only is it stylish, but due to its mid-top design, sole, and stability, it will also make the heart of BMX enthusiasts beat faster!

Temperatures rise, the desire to be active outside grows, which is why we currently offer a variety of top offers for all rider levels: from children and beginners to advanced riders and professionals. But be careful: our offers are only valid until March 11th. valid and only valid while stocks last. Take advantage of the opportunity and start the new BMX season with a new ride.

It has now been 20 years since Sebastian Pospischil registered the kunstform business and we celebrated this anniversary in style in our BMX shop in Stuttgart. Before the big party started in the shop, we organized a street jam and a flatland jam. The video of the Flatland Jam is now online. Get the action at the 'House of History'!

Thank you for your support; without you this anniversary would never have been possible. A big thank you also goes to our supporters for this event: @odysseybmx & @demolitionparts via @sibmxdistro, @shadowridinggear & @mankindbmx via @unitybmx, @fitbikeco & @sandmbicycles via @allridebmx, @cultcrew & @eclatbmxbrand via @traffic .bmx and @ridetsg via @247bike.

It has now been 20 years since Sebastian Pospischil registered the kunstform business and we celebrated this anniversary in style in our BMX shop in Stuttgart. Before the big party started in the shop, we threw a jam in our bike warehouse, which was an homage to our famous stock sessions. After the BMX action in the warehouse, we went straight to party mode on the upper floor of our shop in Stuttgart. The video of the stock session and party is now online. Give you!

Thank you Freedombmx for the video! Also thank you for your support; without you this anniversary would never have been possible. A big thank you also goes to our supporters for this event: @odysseybmx & @demolitionparts via @sibmxdistro, @shadowridinggear & @mankindbmx via @unitybmx, @fitbikeco & @sandmbicycles via @allridebmx, @cultcrew & @eclatbmxbrand via @traffic .bmx and @ridetsg via @247bike.

It has now been 20 years since Sebastian Pospischil registered the kunstform business and we celebrated this anniversary in style in our BMX shop in Stuttgart. Before the big party started, we organized a street jam during the day, which led to some of the famous spots in Stuttgart like the "Marmorplatte". There were a ton of riders at the start and there was action! Freedombmx captured the jam on video, so get the video now!

At this point, many thanks to Freedombmx for the great video! On top of that, many thanks to everyone who was there; Without you, this anniversary would never have been possible. A big thank you also goes to our supporters for this event: @odysseybmx & @demolitionparts via @sibmxdistro, @shadowridinggear & @mankindbmx via @unitybmx, @fitbikeco & @sandmbicycles via @allridebmx, @cultcrew & @eclatbmxbrand via @traffic .bmx and @ridetsg via @247bike.

Daniel Schuhbauer is a passionate BMX trails rider who has been riding and building the Aichwald trails for many years. These trails have developed into one of the most popular trail spots around Stuttgart, not least thanks to Daniel's commitment and dedication to BMX.

BMX since: 2006
BMX discipline: Trails
Hometown: Stetten i. R.
Place of residence: Fellbach
Sponsors: kunstform BMX Shop
Homespots: Aichwaldtrails
Favorite activity other than BMX: time with family and friends, live music
Instagram: nope, all what matters is @aichwaldtrails

Yewhenii Skrebov, also known as Eugen, can often be seen in Berlin's skate parks. He is always motivated and greets everyone with a smile. No matter whether it's a street or a park, Eugen feels comfortable wherever the mood is good.

BMX since: 2017
BMX discipline: Park/Street
Hometown: Bila Tserkva (Ukraine)
Place of residence: Berlin
Sponsors: kunstform BMX Shop
Homespots: Gleisdreieck Bowl Berlin
Favorite activity other than BMX: PC Game (Dota2)
Instagram: @jmenya_bmx

Etnies launches their latest collaboration with exceptional talent Jordan Godwin. This time it's slip-ons, which have a minimalist atmosphere. The shoes were designed by Jordan Godwin in a beautiful orange, very clean. Combined with Etnie's reinforced upper materials, high-performance insoles and the GeoHex profile on the sole, the "Lo-Cut Slip" shoes are super solid for BMX riding and also look fresh. In Jordan's words: "I chose a bold orange combined with classic black for a really eye-catching look. I'm really grateful to Etnies for the chance to contribute my own opinion - from the handmade prints Until the final scan, I am thrilled with the result in every way. Thank you for the love and support, forever grateful..." Now available!

To stay in the flow and providing the best service online and offline, we are adjusting our opening hours. Starting from June 1st, our shops in Berlin and Stuttgart are opened as follows:

Monday: closed
Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 - 13:00 & 14:00 - 18:00
Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00

Our online shop remains open from Monday to Sunday, so we’ll be processing your orders as usual.

Mark your calendars! The first shorter Saturday will be on June 1st and the first closed Monday will be on June 3rd.

Thank you for your continued support!

The hot days are just around the corner, and we've received a huge selection of new Vans shoes, clothing, and accessories for the season. Discover the new Vans summer styles to make your BMX sessions with shoes like the Vans "Style 114" and your lifestyle with fresh accessories like trendy sunglasses even more summer-ready.

A new Cult pre-order has arrived, with long-awaited parts such as the Cult "Heaven's Gate" handlebars, the Cult "Panza Conviction Guard" sprocket, the Cult "Salvation V4" topload stem and many more. All parts come in the popular cult look and quality. Be quick before they are sold out.

Just in time for the hot weather, we present the Odyssey X Bloom BMX seat with a beautiful floral embroidery pattern! But that's not all: we've received an entire shipment of new Odyssey BMX parts, including the anticipated Odyssey BMX "Clutch Pro" freecoaster hub. Grab yours while supplies last!

Just arrived from the USA: The popular Profile "Mini" hubs! These high-quality hubs are available in various colors and variations for both the front and rear. The sought-after Profile "Elite" hubs are also back in stock. A highlight is the new Galaxy Rust colorway, which is almost sold out. So be quick while stocks last!

We took a closer look at the setup of our pro team rider Artur Meister. We've put together the highlights of his parts list and linked them directly below the post!

On Saturday, August 31st, 2024, the legendary Bank Jam will take place in Berlin – a day full of BMX action and fun! The pre-session starts at 2:30 PM at Hasenheide, before the main event kicks off at 7:00 PM at Südstern.

Therefore, we will close our Berlin shop at 2:00 PM on that day. We look forward to seeing you at Hasenheide!

To get you in the mood, here’s the video from Bank Jam 2023 again.

On September 21st, 2024, the video premiere of the new Fracture - Visions of Light will take place in our kunstform BMX Shop in Stuttgart! It will be a celebration to which you are cordially invited! Riders in the video: Kilian Reichmeyer, Mattes Torn, Nico van Loon, Linda Grabner and many more. Afterwards we will also show the kunstform video of the Copenhagen trip on the screen. So come along!

Schedule:
5 p.m. - BMX Jam in the stock room
6 p.m. - Premiere of Fracture "Visions of Light"
7 p.m. - Premiere of kunstform Copenhagen

You are cordially invited!

Best wishes

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

We sent our team to Copenhagen this summer and checked out the best BMX spots in town. With riders like Flo Först, Miguel Smajli, Noah Martella, Konsty Rudobasta, Robin Kachfi, Justin Rudd, Erik Herschke, Jmenya Eugen, Elias Bauer, Wladi Weber, Artur Meister, Jan Bisanz and Felix Prangenberg, there's plenty of action to see. Check out the highlights of our adventure in Denmark's capital!

The video will go live on our YouTube channel on Sunday 10/6/2024 at 7pm, so follow our channel!

https://www.youtube.com/kunstformbmxshop

Have fun and ride on!

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

You're looking for a new BMX bike? With our unbeatable "Sunday Bikes Super Sale"-prices you can save big for a short time now. It doesn't matter if you are an experienced BMX pro or a BMX beginner who wants to learn the first tricks, the high-quality BMX bikes from Sunday Bikes are designed for maximum performance and durability for every requirement. The offers are only valid for short time and while stocks last.

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