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Elwin Remmerts is back for his third time on the podcast, and a lot has happened since we last spoke. He captured the Dutch BMX Championship title in the 25+ category, earned an impressive 5th-place finish at the World Championships in Denmark, and even found time to recharge with a vacation in Italy alongside his girlfriend and her family. Off the track, Elwin has stepped into a new role as a coach for a local BMX team, sharing his experience and passion with the next generation of riders. With one final national race left this season, he’s already setting his sights on an even bigger year ahead.

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On this episode of the Lane 8 BMX Podcast, we head to St. Michael, Minnesota, where Crow River BMX is in the middle of a full-blown revival. With a brand-new track rebuild and the Land O' Lakes Nationals set to return this July, this longtime Midwest staple is again ready to shine on the national stage.

Jason Kempel and Dan Isaacs, the co-track operators leading the charge, are joining me. We talk about the decision to bring back the original Crow River name, the challenges of rebuilding a track from the ground up, and the behind-the-scenes work it takes to host a national event. Their passion for the sport and community is front and center in this conversation.

If you care about the future of BMX, local tracks, and the people making it all happen, this one’s for you.

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In this powerful episode, we reconnect with Dutch cyclist Elwin Remmerts—once an elite rider with his eyes on the top, now navigating a new chapter shaped by resilience and perspective. After a devastating crash left him with a severe concussion and a heart injury, Elwin made the difficult decision to step down from elite competition.

But this isn't a story about giving up—it's about transformation.

Now working full-time, building a life with his girlfriend, and rediscovering balance, Elwin opens up about how the crash, while physically and emotionally taxing, ultimately put him on a path to a more meaningful and grounded life. We talk about identity, recovery, and what it really means to live fully—on and off the bike.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify