2008 Girls Line in Production

We have been receiving a lot of response from the ladies asking where the girls apparel is. At Metzger Brand, we are all about the ladies! Just so you all know, we are working on the girls line and it will be out shortly. Here is a little sneak peak into the line we are working on. If you would like to provide any feedback, feel free to leave a comment below.

Custom DVS Shoe Hand Painted by Mike Metzger

Metz has gone completely insane. As if that is news. Mike spent about 8 hours hand painted these one of a kind DVS slip-on shoes with the Rat Fink feet. Pretty insane. We will be auctioning these off on the site soon so stay tuned.

Catching Up With...Mike Metzger - Transworld Motocross

Catching Up With...Mike Metzger, a recent feature that Transworld Motocross did on Mike.

Click Here to view Catching up with Mike

Metzger Brand Crew in Full Effect at the Navy Moto-X Finals

This past weekend at the Navy Moto-X Finals in San Diego, the Metzger Brand crew were out in full effect representin. Mike was on the mic doing some commentary and interviewing riders. Metzger Brand CFO, Brandon Roberts AKA BrotherB was making the rounds and pumping the brand. As for me, I was behind the camera capturing all the action of the entire weekend. For results and photos, visit my website at jakeashcraftphoto.com/blog.

Mike on the Mic


Mike on the Mic


Metz interviewing Ricky Carmichael


Metz interviewing Ronnie Renner


Metz catching up with Blake Williams (Bilko)


Brandon Roberts AKA BrotherB


Mike doing some EXPN action.

For latest news in the moto scene, check out Ryan Leyba's blog

If you are interested to know what is going on in the world of Moto, then check out Ryan Leyba's blog over at http://expn.go.com/expn/blog/moto.

Having been in the industry for many years and is a former professional FMX rider, Ryan Leyba know's what's up and what's happening.

Fun Fact! Is Ryan Leyba the originator of the KOD (Kiss Of Death)? You know it! Not only can this guy rip on a bike, he can shoot photos almost as good as me! LOL No seriously, Ryan is a sick photographer and any of you who have picked up a Transworld Motocross or Racer-X, have seen his work.

So check out his blog and get the real scoop!

Metzger in the lineup at the X-Games Moto-X World Championships

Navy Moto X World Championships Offers Fans Additional Field-Level Seating and Premium Ticket Packages

Mike Metzger & Robbie Maddison Added to the List of Riders To Compete

Starting today, a limited amount of "Moto X Mayhem" ticket packages are available for fans to attend the debut of the Moto X World Championships in San Diego, Calif. April 12-13 at Qualcomm Stadium. The ticket package includes a two-day admission to the event, pit access, a "Best of X" DVD and a Moto X World Championship fitted flat-billed hat for a total of $75. The Moto X World Championships have also released and opened new sections of field-level seating available for the public to purchase with all other ticket packages through http://www.ticketmaster.com/ beginning this morning at 10 a.m. PT.

Mike "The Godfather" Metzger - known for being the first motocross rider to land back-to-back backflips, and Robbie "Maddo" Maddison, famous for his record-setting live New Year's Eve jump - are both confirmed to compete at the inaugural event in April.

The new annual event will feature the best Moto X riders in the world competing for the title of Moto X World Champion in a variety of disciplines including Freestyle, SuperMoto, Speed & Style, Best Trick, Step Up and Moto X Racing. Eight hours of live coverage of the Moto X World Championships will be featured on ESPN and ESPN2 --- all available in high definition.
Extensive coverage will also be provided via ESPN360.com and EXPN.com.

For the complete, updated list of Moto X World Championships athletes, log on to http://www.expn.com/. *PLEASE NOTE: The invited athlete list is constantly being updated and is subject to change.

All athletes receiving invitations to compete at Moto X World Championships are chosen by a discipline-specific selection committee. Criteria and timing of invitations varies by discipline as it is based on the state and event schedules of that particular sport.

Information on all X Games events can be found on http://www.expn.com/ for fans or on http://www.espneventmedia.com/ for media only.

Tickets are $10, $20 and $25 with free pit access included in the $20 and
$25 tickets. A military discount will be offered - $5 discount from a $25 ticket and $3 discount from a $20 ticket. The Moto X World Championship 24-hour Tailgate is available through ticketmaster.com as well. The two-day RV parking pass offers picnic tables, power, port-a-johns and a common area.

Metzger Brand Apparel available online

The apparel is now available online. Visit the store to get yours!

Mike Metzger announced today the release of his new artistic apparel line, Metzger Brand!

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Temecula, CA: Mike Metzger A.K.A "The Godfather of Freestyle Motocross", now 32 years old, has accomplished many things that most people would say are impossible to do on a motorcycle. After 28 years of riding dirt bikes, Mike has become an icon amongst his peers, as well as to many devoted fans throughout the world.

Now in a new chapter of his life, Metzger has announced today the release of his new artistic apparel line labeled Metzger Brand Inc. "This is a natural extension of my passion as an artist" says Metzger, President. "It's been a blast to see years of my art journals and paintings transformed into apparel and I think people will appreciate the unique designs that we are producing".

Jake Ashcraft and Brandon Roberts, owners of Side Creative are the operational force behind this new venture. Jake Ashcraft, appointed CEO and Brandon Roberts, appointed CFO, will be handling the day to day operations and correspondence of the company. With their unique talents combined with Mike's artistic ability and marketability assures the brand to be the next big thing. "This is an exciting project to be involved with!" says Roberts, CFO. "The apparel industry is a passion of mine and through the planning phase I've seen the true possibilities that await us as a brand".

The marketing strategy of Metzger Brand Inc. is centered on creating a unique brand identity which clearly defines the focus of the company. By embracing Mike's past, and promoting his future, we expect sales to increase at an exponential rate and continue to grow. The initial line is composed of T-shirts, hats and accessories with plans for denim and custom cut and sew garments. The "canvas series line" takes a unique approach by producing high quality garments featuring full print t-shirts based on Mike's canvas paintings is in the works and is expected to be released mid-summer 2008. These one of a kind hand painted designs, high quality garments, and unique embellishing processes will ensure the success of the brand. "The responses that we have seen from Mike's fans have been tremendous" says Ashcraft, CEO. "This will be a long road to success but the solid plan that we have developed will land us as a household brand worldwide"

To see the current collection visit metzgerbrand.com