Want to start racing BMX? BMX has been around Minnesota since the mid 70's and it's popularity continues to
grow. It has proven to be a great family sport for racers of all ages. Today it is not on common to see an entire
family racing Mom, Dad and the kids, at any given event. All tracks in Minnesota will be more than helpful to
answer any questions you may have. Many of the tracks offer a variety of beginner clinics, and some have bikes on
hand for people to try out the track. The American Bicycle Association (ABA) also has 1 day memberships available for racers to try the
sport out before buying a full years membership.
Getting started in BMX
is easy and the ABA has put this page together in order
to help: The first things you need:
A bicycle -
any BMX type and size will do, but it is recommended that you start with one that has no more than
a 20" wheel diameter - as that is the allowable limit in the Novice class.
When calling your nearest ABA track, you'll need to want to ask six
questions:
How do I
get to your track?
Do you have
a Beginner Day or clinics available for new riders?
What time
are your sign-up and practice times?
What time
do you begin racing?
How much
will it cost to begin racing?
How big are
your first place trophies?
Once you have your bike, the location of the nearest ABA track,
and when they run, there are two simple checklists to follow. Your Bike:
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.
Long pants or
jeans.
A helmet. The ABA recommends a
full-face helmet. Many ABA tracks have "loaner helmets" for beginners to
use.
Any enclosed shoe is sufficient.
Skateboard style shoes are suggested.
Now that you have
everything ready, we`ll see you at the track!
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