The Albion BMX Magazine – Issue 1

About The Albion BMX Magazine

The Albion was a BMX magazine from the UK that fundamentally re-set the benchmark by which BMX media would be judged worldwide. At a time when much of BMX publishing was loud and disposable, The Albion took a slower, more deliberate approach rooted in culture, design, and authenticity. It quickly became essential reading for riders who cared about BMX beyond trends and product cycles.

Why Issue 1 Matters

Issue 1 represents the beginning of The Albion’s influence. First issues matter because they establish intent, tone, and direction, and this inaugural edition arrived fully formed. It set the editorial and visual standards that would define the magazine for the rest of its run and remains a key reference point for collectors and readers interested in BMX history.

Editorial & Design

The editorial team of Daniel Benson, Steve Bancroft, George Marshall, and Tim March went on to produce 17 issues of what is widely regarded as some of the highest-quality BMX editorial ever published. The magazine’s ever-changing design, implemented by Rob Loeber, introduced a level of restraint and sophistication that was rare in BMX media at the time and remains peerless today.

Featured Riders & Contents

This issue features content involving Edwin Delarosa, Steven Hamilton, Eddie Cleveland, Mat Hoffman, Dub Majorca, the Fit Team, Strays, and How to Start a Cult with Robbie Morales. Together, these features document a specific era of BMX riding and thinking that continues to influence the culture today.

Condition & Availability

This is an original back issue of The Albion BMX Magazine – Issue 1. Only a small number of copies remain available. Once these back issues are gone, they are not replaced. Ideal for riders, collectors, designers, and anyone with a serious interest in BMX history and culture.