Michael Ozanian interviewed Nigel Sylvester on Forbes.com. It’s actually a video interview where Nigel talks about his sponsors, his traveling, helping the scene and his new baby; his shop. The more people in the main stream get to hear the positive vibe in BMX, the bigger it will grow and Nigel definitely contributed to that in the interview.

Hit this link that will take you to the movie.

The NIKE program seems to keep yo guys busy. How was the demo at the Nike facility?

Nike always has some stuff going on with us. Two weeks ago was Migration where everybody that rides for Nike 6.0 comes to Portland, OR for like 5 days and there is not one moment of boredom LOL. I only got to go for pretty much one day to do the demo then I had to bounce. For the demo they built a whole street course at the headquarters for all of us to session in front of tons of people.

Do you work close together with the NIKE development team on shoes, colorways, etc?

They are really open to hear what we think 100 percent! Nike is real cool because all they want to do is switch things up every few weeks. They have developed colorways from our input, so that’s cool.

Nike seems to be storming on the scene with their 6.0 program how is it to get all that support?

Well I’m really stoked on that because the 6.0 program is still really new, just like all the riders on the Team- Garret, Dennis and Nigel and myself. It’s a true Honor to be team-mates with those guys, and we travel a lot as a crew. We are pretty much growing with the Nike6 Program, I know I’m gonna be with them for a LONG TIME!

Anything interesting in the works?

NIKE 6.0 BMX Video! We have been filming for about a year and traveling all over the place. Everybody’s part is gonna be sick, but people are gonna Fall out of their chair after Garret Reynolds’ Part (FULL RESPECT)

Where can people check out the new NIKE site?

Nike6.com is where it’s at.

What made you bring out the purple bike to Cleveland?

I had it built up and rode it every now and then in Greenville. I really liked the crome so I took both bikes to Cleveland and was going to ride the purple one in dirt and the black bike in park but on the day I just stuck with the purple one.

Are you superstitious in any way?

No, not at all.

You did great in Dirt. Did the course fit your riding style or doesn’t that matter too much to you?

At most Dew Tours the jumps are big and pretty scary so I hold back till the finals but this course had smaller jumps so they were super fun to ride every day and I wasn’t scared to do all my tricks on them so by the finals the only trick I had not done was the 1080.

Being on the podium again must have felt great. How does it feel when a plan comes together?

Really good!! It’s cool to be on a podium next to Cam White and Ryan Nyquist. Feels great!!!

Downside of the Cleveland Dew Tour is that you ended up in hospital during Park finals. What happened?

Tried a 1080 and came up a bit sideways and sent my face into the landing. I have a broken nose, have to replace 5 teeth and have 14 stitches in my lip and nose. Sucks

How long are you out for?

I got home last night and feel a lot better today so I’ll either ride tonight or tomorrow.

Next comps on the program?

X-games in a week. Should be fun. Can’t wait to see Dave Mirra rally race

Mike Laird answered some bike related questions for the DIGBMX website. They’re showing his Blend Lite bike from different angles too. Mike’s Lean Mean Tailwhipping Machine parts list can be found by hitting the following link:
Mike Laird Bike Check on DIGBMX

Sneaker Freaker has an interview up with Mirraco rider Nigel Sylvester. The NYC local talks about his Format shop, his NIKE deal and life in general. It’s got some photos of his shop and some riding pics as well. Nigel is not at the Dew Tour this weekend but he is still getting coverage.

Glenn Milligan sent in this photo of Nigel bunny hop barspinning with some friends over in Los Angeles. Far away from home.

Oh yeah, the link to the interview. Click right here! 

Mike Spinner answered a bunch of questions for an interview in RIDE UK. Here are some of the questions that got answered. To read the full interview try to get your hands on a copy of the May 2008 issue (#115). Kyle Carlson did the interview and here are a few of the questions he asked Mr. Spinner:

-How did you first get hooked up with Woodward?

-When was the first time you ever jumped a box jump?

-Who’s car is faster, yours of your dad’s?

-How much money does it cost for a spot in your top eight?

-You had a really good year last year. What are you trying to do differently in 2008?

-What sort of affect did your mother’s passing have on your live?

You’re curious now, aren’t you?

RIDE UK

Mike Spinner has an interview up on Kidzworld. He talks about traveling, getting noticed, riding with Dave Mirra in the Dew Tour, Mike’s new tricks, his Monster fridge, his goals for the 2008 season and much more. The interview is split up into two sections so make sure you read both.

Part one

Part two

1. Since getting second in Portland what have you been up to?

To be honest, I went straight home and got back in the warehouse. I’m riding better than ever and I want to keep it up.

2. You are currently ranked fourth in park. What plans do you have coming into the Salt Lake Dew Tour?

Same as always, go out and do the best I can . Ride hard and hope it’s your day.

3. Every stop your bikes a new color. What’s the next color we are going to see?

We’ll see. I got a couple ideas

4. If you’re not riding, what do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

My life is fully committed to family and riding. If I’m not home, I’m at the warehouse, if I’m not at the warehouse, I’m home. Well, maybe Finelli’s

5. I have seen a lot of new parts on your bike with the Mirra Co. name on it. Wanna talk about that?

We’re working on a few things right now and weight is in mind. The bars are fully heat treated (1 lb. 7oz.), the forks are fully heat treated (2 lbs. 2oz.), the pedals are mag w/ ti spindle (6 oz each). I’m really psyched because I am very weight conscious.

6. Your going to Rally school, any plans of making a switch like Travis Pastrana did?

Just playin’. U never know. Motors are pretty cool.

Interviewing pro riders for school is pretty cool. Ryan Guettler got asked these ten questions over Myspace for a school project.

1. How old are you and where do u live?