Jun 28, 2019

SWITCHING IT UP: VANS REBEL JAM

It takes a lot to pull-off something 'different' with a BMX contest, yet when long-time Vans family member Andy Zeiss became disillusioned with the nature of the European contest scene roughly 10 years ago, he managed to come up with a format that was fun, credible and actually unique.

This year, Vans is re-introducing the contest platform on the beach by inviting the most endemic brands and riders to be involved in a non-traditional street contest.

CONTEST FORMAT

An invitational contest with some of the most influential BMX street riders in the world. The Vans Rebel Jam celebrates the BMX community by hosting a non-traditional street contest celebrating style and originality. This year Vans partnered with Cult to add some extra flavor to the street course design.

Format Considerations

Gender inclusive heats (Judged separately)
Contest judged by riders and invited VIP’s
Prize Purse $40K
Additional Awards: 1, 2, 3, Best Trick, Hardest Trick, Style, Creativity, Highest Bunny Hop, Highest Air
Jam format heats