What Eye Thought…

If you’ve noticed What Eye Thought over the past few months, I have been showing a lot of shine to the Action sports realm, especially with Skateboarding and BMX. I have a deep love for BMX being a rider myself, so It is with great pleasure that I present the 1st ever EBA BMX Squad. I met Ryan Boccardi a few weeks ago and was just blown away by his passion and knowledge for the sport. He then introduced my to Robbie Faussett, who is just a natural on a bike and this weekend I met 3 other riders that all had professional aspirations and the hunger to make them happen. The EBA BMX Squad: Ryan Boccardi, Robbie Faussett, Mike Dunn, Austin Gerrity and Cameron Bond. Check out the roll call after the jump.

Ryan Boccardi, EBA BMX Squad

Ryan Boccardi

Age: 19

Hometown: Lancaster, CA

Disiciplines: Street, Dirt, Park

Ryan has been skating since age 7, and since I met him has been absolutely fearless. This kid will jump off of anything. His hunger alone will certainly push him to wherever his dreams reside.

Robbie Faussett, EBA BMX Squad

Robbie Faussett

Age: 20

Hometown: Lancaster, CA

Disciplines: Street, Dirt, Park

Robbie rides his bike with such an agreesive spirit, but his style is so clean and effortless you would think that he’s on the bike 24/7. He has a quiet demeanor, but when he hopped on his bike his skills did all of the talking. Mos definitely a name to watch.

Mike Dunn, EBA BMX Squad

Mike Dunn

Age: 19

Hometown: Lake Los Angeles, CA

Disciplines: Street, Park

I told Mike that he was born to be a action sports star, just based on his cool ass name. He was another one who had a clean, effortless style, and looked cool doing his shit, even when he was just posted up for a photo op.

Austin Gerrity, EBA BMX Squad

Austin Gerrity

Age: 15

Hometown: Hesperia, CA

Disciplines: Street, Park, Dirt

Out of all of the kids that I met at the skatepark, Austins quiet, driven demeanor was what stood out to me the most. When my PNC Jackie asked him about his riding experiences and goals, he responded with “This is all I want to do for the rest of my life.” I told him that if he keeps that drive and focus, the sky’s the limit. Why couldnt I be this focused at 15?

Cameron Bond, EBA BMX Squad (Pictured Far Right)

Cameron Bond

Age: 19

Hometown: Valencia, CA

Disciplines: Street, Park

I would call Cameron a very Savvy rider. When I 1st saw him in the skate park, I saw a group of kids around him while he was showing off some chainwheels. I later found out when he approached me and asked me if I got any pictures and footage of him, that he manufacters the chain wheels thru his day job and then he preceeded to hand me his business card. A line of accessories, business acumen and skills on the bike at 19? This kid will be a problem, on or behind the scene, mark my word.

These Kids get it in…..watch and see