Exploring creativity in BMX trail construction—Stack, slap, repeat

Bibliographic Data

ID20254560
AuthorsDavid Camilleri (0000-0003-1745-8790, The University of Melbourne, corresponding author)
Year2025
Volume3
Issue2
Pages236-250
Publication date2025-06-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenuePossibility Studies & Society (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2753-8699 • E-ISSN: 2753-8699
PublisherSAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/27538699241273740
OpenAlexW4402057201
LanguageEN
Citations received4
References cited20

This paper delves into the realm of BMX to investigate the connection between creativity and dirt jump/trails construction. By exploring the perspectives of experienced BMX trail builders, the research reveals that creativity in BMX trail building contains inherent uncertainties associated with working in a natural environment, using tools, and collaborating with others. BMX trail building requires a harmonious blend of form and function making it a prime candidate for understanding hands-on creativity. This paper explores the expert coordination of materials, tools, and the craft, concurrently limiting and augmenting the creative process. By examining the nuances of BMX dirt jump and trail building, this paper advances a novel perspective on creativity and offers insights into a seldom represented creative practice

Architectural engineering · Art · Craft · Creativity · Political science · Realm · Visual arts · Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking · Creativity in Education and Neuroscience · Design Education and Practice · Engineering · Psychology · Social Psychology

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