Hey this is Chris from Flatmonkey...in terms of the first post bro get a hold of me because I started on a super shoe string budget and still do so. E-mail me at
flatmonkeybmx@sbcglobal.net and give me your number and I will call you and give you some hints and tips to save and raise money.
In terms of the second post....I agree with you! You may be shocked or be like what do you mean....I seperate my program into three to four different sections or events...If a church or Christian group invites me I discuss Christian topics....if a school, festival, or other event invites me I keep it to different topics that effect youth....and to showing others that flatland is fun and creative....My wesbite is Christian based because I do not hide my faith or the fact that I have a love for God....I know not everyone agrees but, my organization is about doing positive things in general. I belive in spreading the good news and many would be surprised to know how many other flatlanders I know doing the same thing....but, the reason I agree with you as I mentioned is because flatland is about freedom and I believe you have the freedom to state how you feel and I respect that....but, I do many positive mainstream events that does not always mention God or Christianity but, I do not hide that I am and I wear and use Christian products all the time...at shows, when I compete ect....My main purpose here at Global is to let riders know we are here to help support in anyway we can and riders can contact us for resources, references, and help with events, personal issues, to discuss riding, and so on....But, as a military member the one thing I pride myself is I feel everyone has the right to speak their mind and appreciate your feedback and stating your mind....I think it is cool when someone is not afraid to state what they think!
Peace and stay posted at Flatmonkey Bmx for cool stuff coming.
Thanks;
Chris