Odyssey BMX
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Bicycle parts manufacturing |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Headquarters | Norwalk, California , United States |
| Products | BMX bicycle parts (excluding frames) |
Odyssey BMX is an American enterprise located in Norwalk, California, that focuses on producing BMX bicycle parts. Established in 1985, one of its initial innovations was the Gyro detangler, a patented item that remains in production today. Their product lineup encompasses almost every BMX bike component except for frames.
In 2005, Odyssey earned a design excellence award from ID magazine for the patented Elementary stem, which revolutionized BMX stem construction by substituting six bolts with a single bolt and an internal expander mechanism. This product was created in partnership with George French of G-Sport, which subsequently became part of Odyssey through acquisition.
The Ratchet hub was launched by Odyssey in 2009 under the G-Sport label. Additionally, the company’s catalogs were recognized in Print Magazine’s Regional Design Annual editions of 2005 and 2009.
Among Odyssey’s notable offerings is Aaron Ross’s signature grip, which has attracted significant attention within the market. The company distributes its products through a wide network of dealers across the United States and in 44 countries worldwide.
By 2010, the Pro team roster included riders like Aaron Ross, Perris Benegas, Dennis Enarson, among others, while the Race team featured competitors such as Nic Long and additional athletes.