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Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France. The 8 men and 8 women who made the main event at the biggest race in the world — and the frames they rode to get there. France swept the men's podium. Speedco took gold and bronze. Daylight had two women in the final.

Men's Final

#	Rider	Time	Frame
1	Joris Daudet🇫🇷 France	31.422	Chase
2	Sylvain André🇫🇷 France	31.706	Commencal
3	Romain Mahieu🇫🇷 France	32.022	Speedco
4	Cédric Butti🇨🇭 Switzerland	32.124	Chase
5	Cameron Wood🇺🇸 USA	32.446	Mongoose
6	Mateo Carmona🇨🇴 Colombia	33.166	GW
7	Simon Marquart🇨🇭 Switzerland	44.914	Wiawis
8	Izaac Kennedy🇦🇺 Australia	DNF (crash)	Chase

Women's Final

#	Rider	Time	Frame
1	Saya Sakakibara🇦🇺 Australia	34.231	Speedco
2	Manon Veenstra🇳🇱 Netherlands	34.954	Meybo
3	Zoé Claessens🇨🇭 Switzerland	35.060	Inspyre
4	Laura Smulders🇳🇱 Netherlands	35.745	Commencal
5	Molly Simpson🇨🇦 Canada	35.833	Daylight
6	Alise Willoughby🇺🇸 USA	36.171	Daylight
7	Axelle Etienne🇫🇷 France	36.273	Thrill
8	Bethany Shriever🇬🇧 Great Britain	36.496	Prophecy

ⓘ Frame brands from confirmed rider sponsorship records, August 2024. Commencal entered BMX in 2022 — an MTB giant who placed two riders in the Olympic finals. Daylight had both 5th (Molly Simpson, Red Deer, Canada) and 6th (Alise Willoughby). Saya Sakakibara has since moved to Meybo for 2026. Chase placed three riders in the men's final.

2025 UCI BMX Racing World Championships — Copenhagen, Denmark — Aug 3, 2025

France dominated the men's final with five riders in the top 8. Bethany Shriever claimed her third elite world title in dominant fashion, winning by over a second. Australia placed three women in the top 6.

Men Elite Final

#	Rider	Time
1	Arthur Pilard 🌈🇫🇷 France	32.500
2	Izaac Kennedy🇦🇺 Australia	32.985
3	Eddy Clerté🇫🇷 France	33.108
4	Joris Daudet🇫🇷 France	33.301
5	Mathis Ragot Richard🇫🇷 France	33.309
6	Magnus Dyhre🇳🇴 Norway	33.685
7	Mitchel Schotman🇳🇱 Netherlands	33.738
8	Sylvain André🇫🇷 France	1:05.336 (crash)

Women Elite Final

#	Rider	Time
1	Bethany Shriever 🌈🇬🇧 Great Britain	Won by 1+ sec
2	Saya Sakakibara🇦🇺 Australia	—
3	Judy Baauw🇳🇱 Netherlands	—
4	Zoé Claessens🇨🇭 Switzerland	—
5	Teya Rufus🇦🇺 Australia	—
6	Lauren Reynolds🇦🇺 Australia	—
7	Laura Smulders🇳🇱 Netherlands	—
8	Axelle Etienne🇫🇷 France	—

ⓘ Men's times from official UCI results. Women's individual times not publicly released — Shriever won by over 1 second. Sylvain André crashed in the men's final. France placed 5 riders in the men's top 8. Shriever's third world title (2021, 2023, 2025) confirms her as one of the sport's all-time greats. 🌈 = World Champion rainbow jersey.

2025 UCI BMX Racing World Cup — Final Season Standings — Elite Only

Six rounds across France, Netherlands, and Argentina. Arthur Pilard won the men's title in the same season he became world champion. Saya Sakakibara claimed her third consecutive World Cup overall title. Molly Simpson 🇨🇦 finished 3rd overall — a historic result for Canada.

Men Elite — Final Standings

#	Rider	Points
1	Arthur Pilard🇫🇷 France	2923
2	Sylvain André🇫🇷 France	3213*
3	Cameron Wood🇺🇸 USA	2417
4	Eddy Clerté🇫🇷 France	2714
5	Rico Bearman🇳🇿 New Zealand	2211
6	Gonzalo Molina🇦🇷 Argentina	3010
7	Simon Marquart🇨🇭 Switzerland	2998
8	Izaac Kennedy🇦🇺 Australia	2597

Women Elite — Final Standings

#	Rider	Points
1	Saya Sakakibara🇦🇺 Australia	2625
2	Laura Smulders🇳🇱 Netherlands	3220
3	Molly Simpson 🇨🇦🇨🇦 Canada	2318
4	Zoé Claessens🇨🇭 Switzerland	2418
5	Bethany Shriever🇬🇧 Great Britain	2617
6	Malene Kejlstrup🇩🇰 Denmark	2313
7	Daleny Vaughn🇺🇸 USA	2411
8	Teya Rufus🇦🇺 Australia	1989

ⓘ *André finished 2nd in standings despite higher raw points total — Pilard's consistency across all 6 rounds gave him the title in a final-round showdown in Argentina. Points totals reflect UCI ranking points accumulated across all rounds, not final standings points. Molly Simpson (Red Deer, Canada) won her first-ever World Cup round in 2025 and finished 3rd overall — the best World Cup result by a Canadian elite woman in recent history.

2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships

2026 World Championships location and dates to be confirmed by UCI. Results will be posted here as soon as available. The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics qualifying cycle begins in 2026 — making every major result this season count.

A practical guide to choosing the right BMX race equipment — frame size, cranks, gearing, handlebars, and wheels. Developed by EVE — Elite Velocity Enterprises. Bookmark this page — you'll come back to it every time your rider grows or upgrades.

Frame Sizing

Choosing the Right Frame

BMX frame sizes are labeled by category — Mini, Junior, Expert, Pro — but actual dimensions vary between brands. Always check the real top tube measurement, not just the label. An Expert-size Meybo Holeshot (19.7") and an Expert-size Sunn Prince (19.3") are noticeably different on the track.

Don't size up. It's tempting to buy bigger so the rider can grow into it, but a frame that's too large is harder to handle and will hold your rider back. Fit for now, not for two years from now.

Category	Rider Height	Top Tube Length	Wheel
Micro Mini	4'0" & Under (122 cm or less)	15.0" – 16.0"	20"
Mini	4'0" – 4'6" (122–142 cm)	16.0" – 17.0"	20"
Junior	4'4" – 4'10" (137–149 cm)	17.0" – 18.5"	20"
Expert	4'8" – 5'4" (147–163 cm)	18.5" – 19.5"	20"
Pro	5'4" – 5'10" (163–181 cm)	20.0" – 20.5"	20"
Pro XL or XXL	5'10" & Over (181 cm & over)	20.5" & Over	20"
Cruiser	All sizes available	Junior to Pro XXL	24"

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Crank Sizing

Crank Length

Cranks that are too long cause the rider's hips to rock side to side while pedaling — making pedaling less efficient and harder to control. Pedaling should feel smooth and fast. Use this formula to find the ideal crank length:

Inseam (inches) ÷ 0.173 = Ideal crank length (mm)

Example: A rider with a 30" inseam → 30 ÷ 0.173 = 173mm → choose 170mm or 175mm. If still growing, go with the longer option.

Always measure inseam with racing shoes on for accuracy
Longer cranks give more power off the start but limit top cadence
If your rider is spinning out at high speed, try shorter cranks
Top elite riders typically use 170–175mm regardless of height

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Gearing

Gear Inches by Class

Gearing should match your rider's strength, cadence ability, and style. Use the lowest (easiest) gear your rider can manage at high cadences without spinning out — this gives the fastest acceleration while still maintaining top-end speed.

Class	Recommended Gear Inches	Notes
Micro	45 – 47 gi	Keep it easy — cadence over power
Mini	47 – 49 gi	Light gearing builds speed habits early
Junior	49 – 52 gi	Transitional range as strength develops
Expert	51 – 53 gi	Starting to approach adult range
Pro	52 – 55 gi	Top adult riders typically 53–55 gi

Calculate your gear inches: Use the free calculator at bmxultra.com/gear-calculator — plug in your sprocket, rear cog, and wheel size to find your exact gear inches.

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Handlebars

Bar Height & Width

Bar rise typically ranges from 3" to 8". The right choice depends on the rider's height and frame size. A well-sized bar transfers power more effectively through rhythm sections and helps the rider stay in an athletic position through corners.

Rider's hands should sit about shoulder-width apart on the grips
Bars that are too wide can be cut down — this is common practice
Some bars have maximum weight limits for smaller/lighter models — always check
Too much rise = less efficient power transfer off the gate
Too little rise = cramped position that limits control in corners

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Rider Stance

Q-Factor & Foot Stance

Q-factor is the total width from the outside of one crank arm to the other. What matters is matching it to your rider's natural foot stance — shoulder-width apart. Too wide loses power; too narrow loses stability in corners.

Match stance to how the rider naturally stands — feet shoulder-width apart
Adjust using different combinations of bottom brackets, crank arms, and pedal spacers
Feet too far apart = power loss
Feet too close together = instability, especially in corners

Wheels & Tires

Wheel & Tire Selection

Do not use a tire that is too narrow for the rider's weight. Tires that are too thin won't offer enough support and can affect safety — especially during hard landings.

Challenge (standard) bikes use 20" wheels; Cruisers use 24" wheels
Heavier riders or aggressive jumpers should use a wider tire for better support
Not all tires labeled the same size are actually the same — check the ISO size
Fractional-sized tires (1-3/8") fit larger diameter rims than decimal tires (1.5") — even if they sound similar
Always verify ISO size to ensure proper fit before ordering

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Bike sizing guide developed by Elite Velocity Enterprises — evesk.ca
Crank formula via Helium Bikes · Gear calculator via BMXUltra.com

Parts & Components Only — No Frames, Still Essential

These brands are race-critical but don't sell frames. Know them when you're building or upgrading.

Answer BMX

🇺🇸 USA — components & distribution

Distributes SSquared and Clayborn frames alongside their own handlebar, stem, and drivetrain components. A major part of the USA race ecosystem.

answerbmx.com

BlackCrown BMX

🇺🇸 USA — forks & components

High-performance carbon and alloy race forks. A go-to fork brand for many elite racers building custom setups. No frames but an important piece of the puzzle.

jrbicycles.com → Black Crown

Elevn Racing

🇺🇸 USA — sister brand to Chase BMX

Butted chromoly forks, bars, stems, and CNC alloy race components. Engineered alongside Chase for elite-level BMX performance. Parts-only, no frames of their own.

elevnracing.com

IKON BMX

🇺🇸 USA — Torrance, CA. BMX Racing Group

Elite carbon rims and forks spec'd by Connor Fields and Joris Daudet at World Cup level. Ultra-light, ultra-premium. No frames — strictly high-end race components.

ikonbmx.com

Pride Racing

🇫🇷 France — Monts du Lyonnais

Premier French BMX components. Carbon wheels, disc brake systems, forks, headsets. Spec'd by UCI World Cup teams around the globe. No frames.

prideracingparts.com

SCR (Sal Correa Racing)

🇺🇸 USA — California. Distributed via Crupi

Hand-built frames by legendary builder Sal Correa. 40+ years of frame building. Available in 18 sizes through Crupi BMX. Custom order only — worth the wait.

crupibmxracing.com → SCR Frames

Brand Lineage & Evolution

Scot Enterprises → SE Racing → SE Bikes

Founded by BMX pioneer Scot Breithaupt. The PK Ripper became the longest-running and most famous BMX bike ever. Brand sold to Advanced Sports International (ASI) and renamed SE Bikes.

BMX Products Inc. → Mongoose

Founded by Skip Hess. Created the legendary Motomag cast magnesium wheel — the first of its kind. Evolved from a racing powerhouse into a mass-market brand.

Western States Imports → Centurion → Diamondback

WSI originally imported Centurion road bikes before their BMX effort became the Diamondback name. Now primarily a lifestyle and mountain bike brand.

GT → Acquired Robinson + Powerlite + Dyno

Gary Turner's GT became a BMX conglomerate in the 1990s. Many frames were identical bikes with different decals. Eventually passed to Schwinn, Pacific Cycle, Dorel, and Pon Holdings.

Torker → Built original Haro frames

Before Haro became independent, the very first Haro freestyle frames were manufactured by Torker — a little-known but important piece of BMX history.

FMF / Flying Machine Factory → Race Inc.

Many iconic FMF alloy frames were actually designed and built by Bill Bastian at Race Inc., leading to significant confusion in the vintage market to this day.

Yess BMX → Hydrogen BMX → Terminated

Canadian-made alloy frames. Yess wound down in 2021. Renny Husada relaunched as Hydrogen BMX in November 2022 with the same factory and DNA. Hydrogen was also terminated by early 2025.

Staats → Ciari Parts

Staats was a dominant force in 2000s racing. Its design language eventually evolved into and merged with Ciari Parts under new ownership.

Kuwahara USA/Canada → Regional Variants

The Kuwahara brand gained global fame via E.T. the movie. USA and Canada branches operated under separate licensing agreements, producing frame variations not available in Japan.

Sunn (1982) → Max Commençal leaves → Commencal BMX (2022)

Max Commençal founded Sunn as a BMX brand in 1982. He left in 1998. Four decades later he returned to BMX through Commencal, placing riders on the Olympic podium in just his second season back.

Historical Beauties — Gone But Never Forgotten

These brands built the sport from the ground up. Their domains are dark, their gates are closed — but their names echo across every track that ever existed.

🇺🇸 United States

Boss 1980s

Cook Bros Racing 1970s–80s

CW Racing 1980s–90s

CYC 1980s

DG Racing 1970s–80s

Diamondback Race 1980s–2000s

Dyno 1980s–2000s

Free Agent Original 1987–2000s

Gary Littlejohn 1980s

Hutch 1970s–90s

Jag 1980s–90s

JMC Original 1970s–80s

Kastan 1980s

Laguna 1980s

National Pro 1980s

Panda 1980s–90s

Patterson 1970s–80s

Powerlite 1980s–2000s

Robinson 1970s–2000s

Thruster 1980s

Torker 1980s–2000s

VDC 1980s

Vector 1980s

Webco 1970s–80s

Yess BMX 2000s–2021 → became Hydrogen

Hydrogen BMX 2022–2025, terminated

🇫🇷 France

Cyclepro 1980s–90s

Emory 1990s–2000s

Gitane Race 1970s–80s

MBK 1980s–2000s

Motobécane Race 1970s–80s

Peugeot Race 1970s–80s

Vitus 1980s–90s

🇳🇱 Netherlands • 🇦🇺 Australia

Batavus Race NL — 1970s–80s

Concorde NL — 1980s–90s

Gazelle Race NL — 1970s–80s

Bennett AU — 1980s–90s

Malvern Star Race AU — 1980s–90s

Quicksilver AU — 1980s–90s

Scorpion AU — 1980s–90s

Skyway AU production era

🇨🇦 Canada • 🇯🇵 Japan • 🇬🇧 UK • 🇧🇷 Brazil

Norco Race CA — 1980s–90s

Araya JP — 1970s–80s

Tange Frames JP — 1980s

Diamondback UK UK — 1980s–90s

Falcon UK — 1980s

Raleigh Burner/Race UK — 1980s–90s

Monark BR — 1980s–90s

2026 UCI BMX Racing Calendar

Official race schedule — World Cups, Continental Championships & World Championships

UCI BMX Racing World Cup Series 2026

Date	Round	City, Country	Flag	Type	Status
Apr 18–19, 2026	Round 1	Nîmes, France	🇫🇷	World Cup	Confirmed
May 2–3, 2026	Round 2	Papendal, Netherlands	🇳🇱	World Cup	Confirmed
May 16–17, 2026	Round 3	Rock Hill, USA	🇺🇸	World Cup	Confirmed
Jun 6–7, 2026	Round 4	Bogotá, Colombia	🇨🇴	World Cup	Confirmed
Aug 22–23, 2026	Round 5	Verona, Italy	🇮🇹	World Cup	TBC
Sep 5–6, 2026	Round 6	Melbourne, Australia	🇦🇺	World Cup	TBC
Sep 19–20, 2026	Round 7	Taiyuan, China	🇨🇳	World Cup	TBC

Continental Championships 2026

Date	Event	City, Country	Flag	Type	Status
Jun 20–21, 2026	UCI BMX Racing Pan American Championships	Medellín, Colombia	🇨🇴	Continental	TBC
Jul 4–5, 2026	UCI BMX Racing European Championships	Zolder, Belgium	🇧🇪	Continental	TBC
Jul 18–19, 2026	UCI BMX Racing Asia-Oceania Championships	Shepparton, Australia	🇦🇺	Continental	TBC

World Championships 2026

Date	Event	City, Country	Flag	Type	Status
TBC — 2026	2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships	TBC	—	Worlds	TBC

Schedule based on UCI BMX Racing historical patterns. Confirm dates at uci.org

Buyer's Guide

Best BMX Race Bikes by Budget

Curated picks for every level — from first gate to elite racing

Category 1

Beginner — Under $500

<$500

Redline

MX Expert

A proven entry point for new racers. Solid geometry, reliable drivetrain, and a complete package ready to roll off the gate on day one.

Aluminum alloy frame
20” wheels
Shimano drivetrain
Complete bike — race-ready out of box

▶ Shop at Dans Comp

<$500

SE Bikes

Bronco

An affordable, durable beginner bike built to take a beating while skills develop. Honest geometry that teaches good habits from the start.

Hi-ten steel frame
Solid learning geometry
Durable components throughout
Great value for new riders

▶ Shop at Dans Comp

Category 2

Intermediate — $500–$1,500

$500–$1,500

Chase BMX

ACT 1.0

Chase's entry into the performance tier. Engineered alongside their elite models, the ACT 1.0 delivers race-ready speed without the carbon price tag.

6061 aluminum frame
Tapered head tube
Quality race fork
Reliable component spec

▶ Shop at Dans Comp

$500–$1,500

Free Agent

Speedway

A long-standing race platform trusted by regional and national competitors. Race geometry with quality upgrades that grow with the rider.

Aluminum frame
Race-specific geometry
Quality component upgrades
Proven national-level platform

▶ Shop at Dans Comp

Category 3

Elite / Pro — $1,500+

$1,500+

Supercross BMX

ENVY BLK 2

The benchmark of elite BMX race frames. UCI-legal, ridden by world champions, and engineered to extract every fraction of speed at the highest level.

Full carbon fiber construction
UCI-legal for all sanctioned events
~2,400g complete weight
World champion-proven platform

▶ Shop at Supercross BMX

$1,500+

Meybo

HSX Carbon

Dutch engineering at its finest. The HSX Carbon brings Olympic-level construction and monocoque carbon technology to riders who demand the absolute best.

Carbon monocoque construction
Dutch-engineered race geometry
Olympic-level component spec
Used by international elite athletes

▶ Shop at Meybo

$1,500+

SSquared

CEO Carbon

American-made carbon with aggressive race geometry built for maximum attack. The CEO is a full Pro-spec machine straight from the factory floor.

American carbon fiber construction
Aggressive elite race geometry
Pro-spec geometry options
Also available through Dans Comp

▶ Shop at SSquared

Category 4

Kids by Age Group — Starting Them Right

Age	Class	Wheel Size	Recommended Frame	Price Range
2–4	Micro Mini	12”	Redline / SE	$150–$300
4–6	Mini	16” or 18”	SE / Chase	$200–$400
7–9	Junior	20”	Chase / Free Agent	$350–$600
10–13	Expert	20”	Redline / Chase / Supercross	$400–$900

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