BMX bikes available today represent decades of technological advancements, with specific design options that allow riders to find their own style. From learning tricks in the driveway, catching air in the skate parks, racing on the the track or just riding around, these bikes are strong contenders for the cream of the crop of BMX.
Redline Flight Series 2011
Redline is one of the original BMX companies, and it shows in the quality of its products. The Flight Pro is made of a R6 aluminum frame and a carbon fiber fork for a stiff lightweight ride. Strong, two point five-piece crank and durable Sun Eny Rims make the Flight one of the fastest, lightest bikes around. As of 2010, the price is $799.
Redline Device Complete 2011
This aggressive freestyler is built to be tough but not heavy. The frame and fork are heat-treated chromoly, and the cranks are Redline's noted G6 two-piece system. Sun rims help shave weight, and a Device handlebar is mounted with a reliable Odyssey rear brake. As of 2010, the price is $799.
Hoffman Ontic Al 2011
Matt Hoffman made his name redefining freestyle BMX in the half-pipe, and now his brand of BMX bicycles is leaving its mark as well. The new Ontic Al is a designed around the 100 percent chromoly frame and fork, according to Hoffmanbikes.com, with two piece chromoly handlebars and three-piece chromoly tubular cranks, Alienation and Black Sheep rims and Tektro rear brake. As of 2010, the price is $549.
Intense Team
The Team has is an impressive hydro-formed alloy frame, with optional alloy or carbon fiber forks. Stocked with Sinz components for speed and power transfer, an earlier Team model won recognition from the American Bicycle Association with a Bike of the Year Award, according to ABABMX.com. As of 2010, the price is $1,399.
Intense Felix
The Felix is Intense's version of a stripped down dirt jumper, but there is more than meets the eye. It features a full chromoly frame and fork, plus chromoly three-piece tubular cranks, matched with Sinz double wall rims and tenacious ITS tires. As of 2010, the price is $425.
Haro Forum Pro Light
Haro is another elder statesmen of the BMX world, making BMX products for decades, so it no wonder why the Forum series is noted as among the best. The frame and fork are chromoly, the cranks are lightweight Sub-C, saving weight where it counts, and Alienation and Black Sheep Rims mean strength and speed. Resin plastic pedals provide a nice light finishing touch. As of 2010, the price is $654.
SE Racing Quadangle
SE Racing has a following built on the strength of its frames, but the legendary Quadangle is simply a classic. First introduced in the 1980s, this unique frame captures the spirit of SE's innovation, and when it's paired with fully updated Landing Gear forks, it's nearly indestructible. This chromoly salute to the early days of the sport provides a plush ride on Alex Supra Dome Double Wall rims and Tioga tires. As of 2010, the price is $850.
SE PK Ripper XLP 2011
In line with its race-winning tradition, the signature Floval aluminum PK Ripper is a time-proven BMX racer. The Floval frame provides a stiff, light and responsive ride, while the three-piece SE cranks and Alex Supra Dome rims keep it rugged and ready for anything. According to SEbikes.com, the frame is now made from a 6066 aluminum. As of 2010, the price is $699.
DK Aura Bike
DK has made a splash in the BMX market, and its Aura is good example of an all around, made-for-anything ride. It features a chromoly frame and fork, Crazy-8 Two-piece handlebars, Tektra brakes and DK Social-3 three piece cranks. DK is a young, reputable company. As of 2010, the price is $599.
Fitbikeco PRK Van Homan
This signature series model features a chromoly frame and fork, tubular cranks and Alienation 440 rims. It also has a compact drive train system, allowing for a smaller chain-wheel in front to provide maximum clearance. The PRK is intended for aggressive park-style riding. As of 2010, the price is $629.99.
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