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EPISODE · Jul 5, 2025 · 4 MIN

4130 publishing - Britain's Action Sports Print Rebels

from Bike Filth · host Tim Portlock

📖 The Story of 4130 Publishing | Ride BMX, Dirt Mag & UK Print Culture | Bike FilthBefore the algorithm ruled cycling media, there was 4130 Publishing—the raw, rebellious force behind Ride BMX UK, Dirt Magazine, Document, and more. Born in Dorchester and led by Mark Noble, 4130 didn’t just print magazines—they created a movement.In this episode of Bike Filth, we dive deep into the rise of 4130 Publishing, its influence on BMX, mountain biking, and moto culture in the UK, and how it helped shape the golden age of action-sports print media. From hand-assembled layouts to nationwide dominance, 4130 made magazines for riders, by riders—until the digital wave crashed the party.Whether you collected Dirt issues or grew up with Ride BMX on your bedroom floor, this one’s for you.🛠 Got an old issue of Dirt or Ride? Drop the number in the comments and let’s bring this era back to life.🔔 Subscribe for more raw cycling history and underground bike culture: @BikeFilth📷 Follow us on Instagram: @bikefilth💬 Want us to cover your favorite mag next? Comment below!⸻#4130Publishing #RideBMX #DirtMagazine #BikeFilth #BMXHistory #MTBHistory #RideBMXUK #UKBMX #DownhillMTB #DocumentMag #BMXZines #OldSchoolBMX #MountainBikeCulture #UKMTB #BMXLife #VintageBMX #RetroMTB #FactoryMedia #PrintIsNotDead #ZineCulture #MarkNoble #FreerideMTB #DirtMag #RideUK #UKCyclingMedia #BMXMagazine #MountainBikeHistory #BikeNerdsUnite #CyclingCulture #UndergroundMedia #BritishBMX #DHMTB

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