BMX bikes are iconic There's something about them that appeals to kids adults & cyclists & of course BMX has now become an Olympic sport " Rad Rides" is the most in-depth exploration of the world of BMX bikes through their riders & the culture that surrounds them The introduction explains & contextualizes the birth of BMX culture & where it is now while the main body features bikes ranging from those that are well-worn through years of riding to beautiful sculptural works of art gleaming built-but-never-ridden keepsakes The featured bikes are organized decade by decade & are BMXs drawn from the best collections in the world There are also in-depth details of specifications & interviews with some of the collectors many of whom have had their bikes exclusively shot for the book This is the indispensable companion for anyone who loves the BMX