I don't think you can pin it down to one person in particular. I'm quite sure the kamakazi downhill race was one of the first places to hold trials competitions, which was fun to watch. I'm also sure that stock trials and mod trials got started from two different sauces too.
No offense to the topic starter, but i saw his vid and he did nothing to the front wheel or any kind of harsh riding what so ever, how the hell can a fork like this brake with a rider who's been riding for 6 months it's crazy!
My guy is pissing me off, level 4 and he still hasn't got a weapon. I can beat by people who are at level 2 with knifes. Also, a certain mod is changing links on the first page. Lets guess who!