Ox was a man who led an amazing life that touched so many people during his 28 short years with us. He was a warm-hearted, funny and humble guy who cared so much for his friends and family. In the July issue of Transworld Motocross, an article was dedicated to Ox and it compiled stories and memories from some of the people who knew him best. Make sure you go pick up this month’s mag and check out all the amazing stories, moments and messages from Ox and his closest friends.

Brian “The General” Deegan, founder of Metal Mulisha and twelve-time X-Games medalist collaborated with Feld Motor Sports-owned Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® to create the first ever line of Hot Wheels® Monster Jam Metal Mulisha die-cast monster truck toys.

Toy fans around the world can add these rare 2011 “First Edition” Metal Mulisha monster trucks to their Hot Wheels Monster Jam collections. These trucks are inspired by the authentic monster trucks that tour globally with Monster Jam.  The launch of these vehicles marks the first ever release of a Metal Mulisha monster truck in the Hot Wheels Monster Jam toy line.
“I grew up playing with Hot Wheels cars and trucks, so I am really excited about the launch of the Metal Mulisha monster truck toys.  It will allow the fans to create their own Monster Jam playground in their backyard!  And yes, you better believe that I want to create and drive a Metal Mulisha monster truck to tour with Monster Jam someday,” Deegan said.

Inspired by Brian Deegan and Metal Mulisha, the Hot Wheels Monster Jam die-cast monster trucks are now available in multiple scales and sizes at retailers worldwide and MonsterJam.com. The authentic line of Hot Wheels Monster Jam trucks feature die-cast bodies, oversized tires, and chrome-look wheels and is currently packaged with Metal Mulisha and Monster Jam temporary tattoos.

The officially licensed Monster Jam die-cast monster truck vehicles will allow fans to bring home the high-flying, car-crushing action of Monster Jam live events.  Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam is the largest and most popular monster truck touring property in the world, entertaining over four million fans yearly at premier stadiums and arenas.  Monster Jam features icons like Grave Digger®, Maximum Destruction®, Monster Mutt®, El Toro Loco®, and more.

Once again the Temecula Balloon & Wine Festival was going off for the fans that came out and got to see Jimmy Fitzpatrick and the team go huge ramp to ramp! Check out the video and don’t miss out next year!

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Ford’s latest technology- chip resistant paint- was recently released and in need of some testing and Ford came down to the right place, the Metal Mulisha Compound. After a full day of Brian Deegan, Wes Agee, Derek Garland, Ryan Hagy & Jimmy Hill roosting, chasing and flipping over the 2011 Ford Explorer, the claims are true- it truly is chip resistant. Check it out and view our full Ford Metal Mulisha Commercial photogallery.

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After injuring his knee and going under the knife at the beginning of the Supercross season, JG has been sitting on the sidelines waiting to kick over his Team Honda bike and get back into the action. Check out the latest video and photo update with #33 Metal Mulisha rider Josh Grant ripping it up at Pala Raceway!

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Rob Adelberg has been putting some serious flyer miles in this past month with lots of tours, events, filming for the Metal Mulisha movie Black Friday and whatever else comes his way. Check out the interview and break it down with Robbie Adelberg.

What have you been up to lately?
Lately have been doing a bit of traveling. First I traveled the east coast of Australia with Nitro Circus Live, a week later was in Dubai for X Fighters. From Dubai, I flew to USA to film for Black Friday and now I’m in Europe riding the Extreme Freestyle’s tour all in the last 2 months. As of now I have been traveling around Europe with my family for the last few weeks. I am also over here in Europe for the Extreme Freestylers tour. We have done one show so far which was in Amsterdam, Holland and it was really good! The next tour stop is in Paris next week, so I can’t wait it is going to be bigger and better than ever. This week though were in Slovakia for the Sony Ericsson Invitational event so I will be looking for a win.
 

Favorite places to go Ride?
Freeride: Cameron AZ,
FMX: MM Compound or Jackson Jacko Strong’s Compound
Moto: Pala Raceway, CA 

So “Planking” has hit the USA soil and I guess it came from Australia…. Do you do any planking and WTF is that all about?
I’m not a planker, if your a planker your a wanker.

What other sports do you do besides Moto?
Little bit of Snowboarding, Body Boarding, BMX anything if I have the time.

5 favorite things to eat?
Chicken
Snitzel
Spag Bowl
Chips & Gravy
Mexican  

Best place to score chicks in Australia?
Gold Coast 

Craziest or Stupidest thing you have ever seen Jacko do?
There is lot’s of things but one main stupid thing I remember about Jacko. We were a bit younger and we went shooting. We got a Kangaroo right in the leg. The Kangaroo kept bouncing and we wanted to save the little amount of Bullets we had so, Jacko turns to me and says “I got this one“. Jacko jumps out of the bushes runs alongside this Roo and punches it as hard as he can right square in the head for a take down. This didn’t really do much at all, just hurt his hand and made him use another bullet. 

Favorite band to get pumped up to?
Rise Against 

So when you are home what are you doing on your free time?
Hangout with my family and friends 

What are some things you hate about traveling?
Different languages
Food
Airports

Mullet or Mohawk?
None

If you had a bucket-list… what is 1 thing you have always wanted to do?
Win X Games gold

X Games is coming up… what is your plan?
Practice some new tricks. One trick especially and see what its like to stand on the podium 

Check out this morning ride session and do some X Games 17 training at Potters Playground with Derek Garland, Jimmy Fitzpatrick & Todd Potter. BRAAPPP!

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On April 29th, 2011, we lost our friend and fellow Metal Mulisha team rider, Jeff “OX” Kargola from injuries suffered from a crash in Baja, Mexico. His life, although short, was one to be admired. The Jeff “OX” Kargola fund is being created in his memory to carry his spirit on forever.

Donations made to the fund will help to improve hospital conditions and, in turn, increase other riders’ chances of surviving from accidents sustained south of the border. Out of tragedy comes hope.

Please check back at a later date to learn more information on how to donate.