Freestyle MX hits Rockhampton this Saturday

A $15,000 prize pool has attracted riders from around Australia, with Unit's FMX legend Matt Schubring, Steve Mini, as well as Rhys Hillier, Joel Brown, Luke McNeil and a host of the Underground FMX Championship contenders locked in.

The event is backed by high-profile action-sports clothing company Unit and Red Bull, with points from Saturday's contest counting towards the Underground FMX Championship final standings as well as stand-alone event bragging rights.

Unit Founder and Creative Director Paul Everest says the Unit FMX Open is shaping up to become a key event in the Australian FMX calendar.
"While the amateur and up-and-coming riders have enjoyed the Underground Tour since 2007, contests for Australia's big-named riders have been few and far between. The Unit FMX Open will fill that void and is designed to be a much-needed injection into the local freestyle scene.
"If we want this sport to continue to develop and breed future FMX stars, we need more contests and create opportunities for these riders to gain exposure and make a name for themselves."

The Unit FMX Pro Open will be held at the 'Project FMX' compound (corner of Bruce Highway and Milman Rd, Milman) near Rockhampton, Qld on October 29. Public entry is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and children under 14. Gates open at 9am, with the action starting at 11am.

For updates and further details, go to www.unitriders.com