Welcome to MOTO//CUT 2026!

As we enter our inaugural year, MOTO//CUT marks the beginning of something new. This competition calls on video editors from across the globe to capture virtual motocross through their own lens.

This is a stage for creators ready to step into the spotlight and carve their name into the MX Bikes creative scene. Our judges are anticipating a wave of bold ideas, refined edits, and uncompromising vision.

MOTO//CUT is not a standard contest. We expect originality and intent. Fresh content only, no recycled footage. Every submission should be current, purposeful, and pushed to its limit. If you’re here to win, bring your strongest work. This is where the best rise.

Submissions close in: 00d 00h 00m 00s

THE // Criteria

THE // Process

Step 1 // Review & Selection

All submissions will be reviewed by SO CALLED Designs after the final submission deadline. From there, entries will be narrowed down to the Top 10 semi-finalists.

Step 2 // Live Judging

Once the stream date is set, the final judging phase begins live on the SO CALLED Designs YouTube channel. Judges will watch each semi-finalist edit in full before a short deliberation to determine the Top 5 finalists. Each finalist edit will then be rewatched in a randomized order and scored based on the judging criteria. Scorecards will be submitted and votes tallied to determine the final results.

Step 3 // Winner Announcement

The winners will be announced live on stream, starting with the overall champion, followed by runners-up and the Creativity Awards recipients. This contest exists to spotlight the highest level of talent in the scene, making the Top 10 means you’re already among the best.

Camera Work // Image Quality // Editing // Creativity

PRIZES

  • $200

  • $50

  • $25

CREATIVITY // AWARDS

SO CALLED
Deep//Cut Award

Best song // vibe selection

$10 MXB Shop credit

This award highlights your willingness to step outside the box when it comes to motocross edits. Frankly, I’m tired of seeing popular rap edits. The judges will vote on who picked the best song and vibe for their project.

Junktown’s
Location of the Year Award

Most creative filming location

$10 MXB Shop credit

This award highlights your willingness to push the envelope when it comes to location. The judges will vote on who they believed had the most unique filming location for their project..

RODAK’S
THE REVIVAL Award

BEst Storytelling

$10 MXB Shop credit

This award highlights your ability to tell a story using footage. Judges will vote on who they believe had the best storyline in their edit.

Pelster’s
Sauce BOSS AWARD

Most realistic riding style

$20 MXB Shop credit

This award highlights your ability to ride with realism and purpose. Yeah big whips are cool, but it ruins immersion. Judges will vote on who has the most “real” sauce in their project.

LORD VEGINALD’S
Grand Accolade for Most Gallant Garb

Most Visually pleasing Kit

$10 MXB Shop credit

Bestowed upon the noble soul whose raiment shineth above all others, this honour celebrateth the most splendid array, boldest bearing, and most gallant display of vesture in all the realm.

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RULES // REquirements

PLEASE REVIEW AND FOLLOW ALL REQUIREMENTS TO AVOID BEING DISQUALIFIED

  1. Submissions
    One submission per person. We want your best work, not multiple rushed or combined entries.

  2. Length
    Videos must be between 90 and 180 seconds. Any submission outside this range will be disqualified.

  3. Branding
    The MOTO//CUT logo must appear within the first 15 seconds of the video. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. Please refrain from utilizing team, sponsor, and association logos in your submission. You may use your personal logo in your project.

  4. Gear
    While you may use any kit of your choosing, one of the official MOTO//CUT gloves provided for the event are mandatory and must be worn for the entire project. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

  5. Conduct
    As with most creative competitions, we expect a range of opinions, positive and negative. Our judges were hand-selected for their diverse visual preferences. Toxic or disrespectful commentary toward judges or fellow contestants will not be tolerated. Anyone engaging in such behavior will be disqualified from this year’s contest and barred from future contests. At the end of the day, this is a subjective edit competition, take feedback in stride.

  6. Deadline
    Submissions close at 23:59 CST (11:59 PM) on March 22, 2026. This allows sufficient time to review all entries and select the Top 10 finalists.

  7. Privacy
    All entries must be uploaded to YouTube as Unlisted. Do not publish your finished project on any public platform until the contest has concluded. Sharing your submission with any judge prior to the end of the contest will result in immediate disqualification.

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