Michael Bias : Kiwi Spirit

There are riders we’ve been supporting for a long time — we’ve watched them grow, progress, fall, get back up… and carve their own path with a determination that commands respect. Michael Bias, our New Zealand rider, is one of them.

For the 2025 UCI World Championships in Copenhagen, he will proudly represent his country… but also, in a way, represent us. On the gate, he’ll line up with a custom Concorde V3, painted in grey and black to reflect his personality: clean, sharp, and no-nonsense.

A special bike for a special moment

This frame is his. It’s built on the exact same platform as our production Concorde V3 — but we wanted to give him something more. A frame that stands apart, for an event that means a lot. When you know how much Michael invests in his sport, there was no way we’d let him show up at Worlds with just “another bike.”

An injury, and unshakable determination

What most people don’t know is that just three weeks before the 2025 World Cup opener, Michael suffered an injury. For many riders, that would have been the end of the season. But he gritted his teeth, trained in silence, and gave it everything he had to earn his spot anyway.

We followed it closely. And trust us — it takes more than talent to make it to the start gate at Worlds… it takes true character.

Representing New Zealand and much more

Today, he’s among the riders officially selected to represent New Zealand in Copenhagen.

Concorde V3

In this photo, you can see Michael’s frame in its custom-painted version. Beneath the unique finish lies a Concorde V3 PRO 3XL — exactly the same model we offer to the public.

At Inspyre, we made a clear choice: our pro riders ride the same frames as you do. No special editions, no exclusive “pro models.” The frame Michael lines up with at the World Championships is the same one you can buy from your local dealer.

Why? Because we design every bike in collaboration with our pro team, focusing on performance, reliability, and what every rider — pro or not — expects from a high-level race frame. What we develop for our athletes, we proudly share with the entire BMX community.

Sweet As

Originally from Auckland, New Zealand, Michael Bias now lives in France to train and compete at the highest level. A bold choice, driven by his desire to push his limits against the world’s best riders. And for the 2025 World Championships, he needed a bike worthy of that journey.

The result: a custom build with a sleek black and grey design — clean, fast, and sharp, just like his riding style. But it’s the little details that truly set it apart: a subtle illustration of a mountain and a silver fern, both strong symbols of his New Zealand roots. And of course, his personal touch: the iconic phrase “Sweet As”, engraved somewhere on the frame.

Wherever he races, Michael always brings a piece of New Zealand with him. And with this unique bike, he’ll hit the Worlds with pride, purpose… and style.

Quick and easy to build — even before a World Championship

In this image, you can see Michael putting his bike together a few quiet minutes before the storm. Thanks to our SWELL V2 rear dropout system, the assembly is quick, easy, and precise.

Whether it’s changing gear ratios, removing a wheel, or adjusting chain tension, everything is designed to be fast, smooth, and to let riders focus on what really matters: riding.

It might seem like a detail to some, but to us, it’s exactly what makes the difference. That’s what it means to design frames built for real riders — and their mechanics too.

100% Race Build — No Compromises

In this photo, you can see Michael’s full bike build. A setup that’s clean, efficient, and uncompromising — just the way we like it. Every component has been carefully selected to meet the demands of top-level racing.

The bike is fully equipped with Pride Racing components, our sister brand developed hand-in-hand with our pro riders. From the cockpit to the wheels, everything is built for performance. It all rolls on a pair of Schwalbe SX-R tires, Michael’s choice for their precision and grip across all surfaces.

A bike that’s built for speed — but more importantly, a bike that inspires confidence. And when you're on the gate at the World Championships, that’s exactly what you need.

BIKE CHECK

  • Frame: Inspyre Concorde V3 PRO 3XL – Custom paint “25 Worlds NZ”
  • Fork: Pride Racing Apex Tapered – Custom paint
  • Handlebar: Pride Racing 373 - 31.8
  • Stem: Pride Racing FTL 31.8
  • Grips: ODI Ruffian
  • Headset: Pride TI45 Tapered
  • Rims: Pride Carbon Wave - Glossy white
    Hubs: Pride Fusion
  • Tyres: Schwalbe SX-R 47mm
  • Inner tubes: Schwalbe Aerothan
  • Chainring: Pride Hexagon
  • Cranks: Beringer
  • Bottom bracket: Pride BB86 Ceramic
  • Chain: KMC X9
  • Sprocket: Pride Matrix
  • Pedals: HT T2 SX Black
  • Saddle: Pride Pivotal Control
  • Seatpost: Pride Pivotal Spline AL
  • Seat clamp: Forward Elite