About Redline
Extreme cyclists of all types--whether street, dirt or race--are all well aware of Redline BMX bikes and how they are one of the most popular companies to pick from. Redline BMX bikes are one of the first to burst onto the scene and have set the bar for other manufacturers like Mongoose, Sunday, Eastern, GT and Haro to match with their ever-growing line-up of high-selling products. They didn’t get famous from these Redline BMX bikes though; in fact before that they were primarily known as a top producer of lightweight, high quality motorcycle frames for flat track, TT, speedway and motocross.
The Redline BMX Bikes company started out in November of 1970 with just two men who enjoyed welding and a mere 6-person staff. This small, hardworking staff was the main reason behind the name they chose for their brand. In February of 1974, they actually produced their very first component strictly for cycles; it was the first tubular chromoly fork which eventually replaced the more common heavy, bladed forks that were often used. Nearly a year later, Redline BMX bikes finally began producing frames as well. The ‘75 Squareback frame was very innovative because of its angled rear stays and short front end that featured a small wedge gussett. These Redline BMX bike frames were made with such high quality that they were far too expensive for many consumers and it hurt the company because people just couldn’t afford an $85 frame, no matter how nice it was. This price could be equivalent to roughly $500 to $600 by today’s standards.
The next components that Redline BMX Bikes added to their list were stems. This was one aspect that they seemed to be lagging in until 1975 when they developed a super-strong, nearly unbreakable dual-clamp chromoly stem that they designed using their knowledge of motorcycle parts. Even though the company was quickly establishing a viable reputation for itself as a manufacturer of high-quality cycle parts and components, many people still simply found them to be a bit too expensive. In October of 1975, Redline BMX bikes finally starting making more affordable parts, starting with a steel and powder-coated fork that sold for only $25, rather than the more common $40 chromoly forks. This proved to be a vitally important decision on their part and also a turning point as they began full production in March of 1976 with the ‘76 Squareback. Ever since then, they haven’t showed many signs of slowing down, and today Redline BMX bikes are considered to be some of the best cycles for relatively cheap and affordable prices, being sold in mainstream outlets such as Walmart and Target rather than strictly cycle shops.