Colin

Colin Varanyak is a powerhouse in the action sports world, celebrated for the explosive style and technical precision that defines modern street BMX riding. Originally from Hamilton, New Jersey, Varanyak’s journey on two wheels began at just three years old. By the age of eleven, his natural talent had already propelled him to the global stage, racing in the UCI BMX World Championships. He later relocated to San Diego to pursue a career in action sports and street BMX full-time, quickly cementing his status as a top-tier athlete through attention-grabbing BMX video parts and dominant competition runs worldwide.

His career is marked by major accolades, most notably within the prestigious X Games arena. After earning a Silver Medal in the 2018 Real BMX competition, Varanyak reached a pinnacle in his career in 2023 by taking home the Gold Medal in X Games Real BMX Best Trick. His win sent shockwaves through the action sports community, with the behind-the-scenes footage of his final trick going viral and solidifying his legendary status in street riding history.

Never one to stay in a single lane, Varanyak has recently expanded his horizons by bringing his decades of street riding into the world of freeride mountain biking. By applying his BMX skillset to massive mountain bike features, drops, and high-speed downhill terrain, he has quickly evolved into one of the most versatile cross-discipline athletes in the industry.

Currently representing Haro Bikes and serving as a global ambassador for adidas, Varanyak is far more than just a rider. Through his prolific content creation, he offers fans an authentic, unfiltered look into the intense mental and physical demands of professional progression. Whether he is gapping urban stair sets or hitting a 40-foot jump on his mountain bike, Varanyak remains one of the most influential, respected, and relatable figures in action sports today.

For an inside look at his career transition and triumphs, watch the documentary short, HOMEGROWN: COLIN VARANYAK'S JOURNEY FROM THE STREETS TO X GAMES GOLD AND FREERIDE MTB.