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Welcome to the Boulder City BMX, the home of NBL and the sport of BMX racing. BMX is not a team sport like baseball or football, this is an individual sport. BMX has no bench sitters - every rider gets into the action!
Have you registered? The registration building is located on the right side of the front entrance of the track. To register, please present proof of age and have a parent or guardian fill out the necessary form about 45 minutes before the race time. The race fee will be explained at registration.
Everyone will race 3 times during the event. In the event that your rider has seven or more racers in his/her age group. A forth race called a "main" will be held after the 3rd motos have been run. Don't forget to stop by the trophy window after the race. All new riders will received an award!
Moto sheet? The moto sheets for the race will be posted about 10 - 15 minutes before race time by the registration building. You will need to find your rider's age class and the proficiency level of Rookie. The moto number on the left side of this sheet is your rider's moto for this race. You will notice 3 numbers next to the rider's name; these numbers represent the position or "lane" the rider will be starting in for his/her 1st, 2nd, and 3rd race. As you can see the lane changes, but the moto number will remain the same. Record both the moto number and lanes. Keep this information handy. The rider needs to be in the staging area behind the starting hill 10 motos before his/her moto.
Is the bike safe? A BMX bike is required to have specific safety gear to protect the rider. The bike must have all three pads; frame, handlebar, and gooseneck. (If you do not have pads for your bike, we sell them at the registration building). The handlebars must have grips in good condition. Tires must not be bald or dangerously worn out. All bikes must have working brakes., either hand or coaster type. The following items must be removed: kickstand, chain guard, reflectors, and reflector brackets, all bells and horns. No long bolts over 1/4 inch allowed. Each bike must have a number plate. This number idenifies your rider while racing on the track, and is used for scoring as he or she crosses the finish line. For these reasons the number plate should be clean and LEGIBLE. Numbers must be free of stickers. Numbers should be about 6 inches high. You will be assigned a number at registration. If you do not have a number plate, the people at registration will provide you with a temporary paper plate to be taped between the handlebars for today's race.
What to wear? All riders must wear a full face helmet. Longsleeve shirt and long pants. Secure fitting soft-soled shoes. Socks are recommended. Gloves are also recommended, but not required. If you do not have a helmet you can rent one at the registration building for the one day's race. BE READY to race when your moto is called.
Starting Hill? Parents may assist 6 and under Boys and 7 and under Girls to balance on the starting gate. Parents cannot touch the bike or rider with their hands when assisting on the starting gate. (Someone on the starting hill will demonstrate correct stances.) Parents must exit down the back of the starting hill. At no times during the race is the parent allowed on the track or berms.
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