Jura Barać – on the road to Zion
Helmet: checked.
BMX: checked.
Dirt jumps: checked.
Bag of tricks: ummm…. checked.
Jura Barać is a 19 year old Croatian bmx talent. Please take a seat and enjoy the show.
3 videos He’s from Osijek (known for having the best park and dirt jumps in Croatia and for hosting the Pannonian Challenge, one of the greatest events in the country). He’s one of the many bmx talents that Osijek’s park has spawned. He currently rides for Zion bikes, a rider owned BMX company, and is sponsored by Red Bull, Vans and Oakley.
In case you’re wondering “why the hell am I reading this?”, well… just push play!
This is a little preview of Jura’s potential. The video was filmed at the KD Rajd Pokal contest in Ljubljana, Slovenia where Jura collected the 1st place prize for the "Best trick": a 360 double tailwhip. I have to admit it that we (at least some of us) were expecting it, since we heard him say that he was going to try it. "I'm pretty sure I can 360 double whip it!". Guess what? He landed it at his 3rd try. Well done!
If you’re still not convinced with what you’ve seen, check out some more pictures:
You can see some more photos by clicking HERE (sorry about the watermarks).
Still not satisfied? Here’s another video for you.
This is Jura's old promo video. Realised by Kruno for FORISBAN MEDIA. Filmed in Osijek (dirt, street and skatepark).
Want more? Believe it or not, we have two more surprises.
The first one is last year’s Pannonian Challenge video, where you can see Jura flying higher than ever (Red Bull big air contest) and showing off his huge park and dirt skills.
The second one is an interview, provided by Zion bikes.
[Quoten]Name: Jura Barać
Date of birth:
16.11.1989.
What type of riding do you prefer?
I prefer to ride skatepark, but I like to ride everything.
Favorite destination you have traveled to?
My favorite destination is Senad's [Senad Grosic, Mankind sponsored rider] indoor skate park: it's really cool, I like it a lot. Especially because of the foam pit, play station, jump box and the cool guys. Thanks Senad!
What's your biggest fear?
I am so scared of alcohol and ugly girls. Hehhehehe, just joking. I am really scared of big rails!
How do you like being part of the Zion family?
I am so happy and grateful for being a member of this wonderful team. I love everyone in this house, thanks to Mislav [flatlander and Zion bikes owner] for the chance he has given me.
Any interests outside of riding?
I like motorcycles, girls and I am enjoying to play pool with my best friend Poky.
How does it feel to have your own signature frame for Zion?
Yeah! I am so proud and content with the frame [Zion Silence] I like the red one so much, but I have painted mine in green. Thanks again to Zion.
What's the deal with you and bananas?
Hehehe. I like bananas and I think banana with Red Bull is a perfect combination for killing it on your bike!
What are your plans for the future?
I just want to do everything- Travel to America, learn new tricks, go to some road trips and stay cool!
Last words:
Huge thanks to Red Bull, Vans, Oakley and Zion for sure.
Live your dreams ...and never forget to go big, but stay cool! [/Quoten]
I hope you have enjoyed this little article. Check out my other videos by clicking here.
Thank you.
Cheers,
Luka
BMX: checked.
Dirt jumps: checked.
Bag of tricks: ummm…. checked.
Jura Barać is a 19 year old Croatian bmx talent. Please take a seat and enjoy the show.
3 videos He’s from Osijek (known for having the best park and dirt jumps in Croatia and for hosting the Pannonian Challenge, one of the greatest events in the country). He’s one of the many bmx talents that Osijek’s park has spawned. He currently rides for Zion bikes, a rider owned BMX company, and is sponsored by Red Bull, Vans and Oakley.
Jura at Red Bull Big Air contest - Pannonian Challenge 8 (photo courtesy of Zion.hr)
In case you’re wondering “why the hell am I reading this?”, well… just push play!
This is a little preview of Jura’s potential. The video was filmed at the KD Rajd Pokal contest in Ljubljana, Slovenia where Jura collected the 1st place prize for the "Best trick": a 360 double tailwhip. I have to admit it that we (at least some of us) were expecting it, since we heard him say that he was going to try it. "I'm pretty sure I can 360 double whip it!". Guess what? He landed it at his 3rd try. Well done!
360 Double tailwhip (photo courtesy of Goran Jurica)
If you’re still not convinced with what you’ve seen, check out some more pictures:
Double peg grind (photo courtesy of Zion.hr)
Barrel roll (photo courtesy of Luka Travas)
Turndown backflip (photo courtesy of Zion.hr)
Tailwhip backflip (photo courtesy of Zion.hr)
Backflip (photo courtesy of Luka Travas)
Big air (photo courtesy of Goran Jurica)
You can see some more photos by clicking HERE (sorry about the watermarks).
Still not satisfied? Here’s another video for you.
This is Jura's old promo video. Realised by Kruno for FORISBAN MEDIA. Filmed in Osijek (dirt, street and skatepark).
Want more? Believe it or not, we have two more surprises.
The first one is last year’s Pannonian Challenge video, where you can see Jura flying higher than ever (Red Bull big air contest) and showing off his huge park and dirt skills.
The second one is an interview, provided by Zion bikes.
[Quoten]Name: Jura Barać
Date of birth:
16.11.1989.
What type of riding do you prefer?
I prefer to ride skatepark, but I like to ride everything.
Favorite destination you have traveled to?
My favorite destination is Senad's [Senad Grosic, Mankind sponsored rider] indoor skate park: it's really cool, I like it a lot. Especially because of the foam pit, play station, jump box and the cool guys. Thanks Senad!
What's your biggest fear?
I am so scared of alcohol and ugly girls. Hehhehehe, just joking. I am really scared of big rails!
How do you like being part of the Zion family?
I am so happy and grateful for being a member of this wonderful team. I love everyone in this house, thanks to Mislav [flatlander and Zion bikes owner] for the chance he has given me.
Any interests outside of riding?
I like motorcycles, girls and I am enjoying to play pool with my best friend Poky.
How does it feel to have your own signature frame for Zion?
Yeah! I am so proud and content with the frame [Zion Silence] I like the red one so much, but I have painted mine in green. Thanks again to Zion.
What's the deal with you and bananas?
Hehehe. I like bananas and I think banana with Red Bull is a perfect combination for killing it on your bike!
What are your plans for the future?
I just want to do everything- Travel to America, learn new tricks, go to some road trips and stay cool!
Last words:
Huge thanks to Red Bull, Vans, Oakley and Zion for sure.
Live your dreams ...and never forget to go big, but stay cool! [/Quoten]
I hope you have enjoyed this little article. Check out my other videos by clicking here.
Thank you.
Cheers,
Luka
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i love to watch him ride in our skate park..
A.
it was so cool watching him live at KD RAJD POKAL