THINGS YOU’LL NEED TO KNOWÂ WHEN
GETTING STARTED IN BMX:
How do I get to your track? |
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| Directions to Great Lakes Bay Region BMX are here. | |
When can I practice? |
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| You can practice any time the track is open to the public and once you get your USA BMX membership you may also practice on race days. | |
What time is your registration for racing? |
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| As a general rule, registration is open for 1 hour starting about 1 1/2 hours before race times. | |
What time do you begin racing? |
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| Sunday races start at 1:00pm, Wednesday races start at 6:30pm | |
How much will it cost to get my USA BMX membership? |
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| A basic one year USA BMX membership costs $45. You can download the membership application here. US Membership Application | |
How much will it cost to race? |
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| check back? | |
THERE ARE TWO SIMPLE CHECKLISTS TO FOLLOW
Your Bike:
- Bicycles for competition in the 20″ classes can have no larger than a 20″ wheel diameter. 12″, 16″ & 18″ bicycles are acceptable.
- Bicycles for competition in the Cruiser Class can have no smaller than a 24″ wheel.
- All bicycles must have an operating braking system—hand and/or coaster (foot) brake.
- Make sure all bolts are tight – especially your axle and stem bolts.
- Remove any freestyle type axle pegs.
- All reflectors/brackets must be removed for safety purposes.
- If your bike has a kickstand, it must be taken off.
- You will eventually need a numberplate. You will be provided a temporary numberplate with your membership purchase.
Clothing and safety equipment:
- Long sleeve shirt. Short sleeved shirts and sufficient elbow protection is allowable.
- Long pants or jeans. Loose fitting short pants are permitted if used in combination with a one-piece knee and shin guard.
- A helmet with a permanent strap attached. The USA BMX recommends a full-face helmet. Some “loaner helmets” are available for beginners to use.
- Any enclosed shoe is sufficient. Skateboard style shoes are suggested.