Eric Rupe- The Energizer Bunny of BMX!

Eric Rupe is one of the most dedicated bmx racers you will ever find. Rupe and his brother began racing in Southern California during the 1970's. A fixture of the bmx scene, Rupe was a Mongoose ambassador since his early career.

Known today as one of the top Veteran Pro racers he his fast and super friendly. The photo above shows Rupe lost somewhere in the 1980s and he had already been racing over ten years!
Rupe is decked out in the latest 80's bmx fashion with a Mongoose team jersey, Muscle Power patch and Oakley shades.

East Coast Old School BMX

East Coast BMX Action

In the 1970's BMX was not just happening on the West coast, sure the California guys would like you to believe that. This berm shot shows that BMX racing was hard-core in the Eastern side of the USA. Note that the number plates are the early type round and rectangular. The JT mouthguard was the hot set-up in New Jersey and Florida!

Vintage Photo Week #1

This is really some old school BMX racing! Kevin Jackson rode for Schwinn in the 1970's and the guy's on that team also included Bob Hadley and Greg Hill. They rode Schwinn Scramblers but most were modified with some trick parts.

This photo is so 70's era BMX; Vans shoes, Bill Walters leathers, Bell Helmet, Jofa mouth guard and rat-trap pedals (KKT most likely). The other guys in this first turn roost have the cool Scott Goggles and face mask, Tuf-Neck jersey and each are riding some vintage hardware.

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