B.M.X. = Bicycle Motocross. BMX is bicycle racing around a dirt track head-to-head against other riders. You race against other riders of the same age and skill level. A race starts at the Starting Gate where all riders leave at the same time and race as fast as they can around the track over dirt jumps, around banked corners and to the finish line. The winner is the racer who gets to the finish line first. Typically, you race 3 motos or heats per event and more if you qualify for the main event final races. BMX is fun, exciting and the skills you learn in BMX can be used in many other cycling sports.

History of BMX

BMX began in California in the early 1970's and grew so fast that several organizations in the U.S. began to sanction organized events across the country by 1974. Modeled after its nearest cousin, Motocross, BMX racing was an alternative to motorized dirt track racing. Anyone with a 20" bicycle could get into the action. They were jumping their bikes and getting air just like the motocross riders.

BMX entered Canada in the late 70's, and peaked in popularity around 1985. BMX is once again rising in popularity and is one of the fastest growing family sports in Canada!

A BMX Bicycle

Your bicycle must be in good mechanical condition, and it must have the following:

1. 20" Wheels (standard) or 24" Wheels (cruiser)
2. Pads on the top tube of the frame, stem, and handlebar crossbar (recommended)
3. Back brakes
4. Number plate with proper numbers for finish line placing and awards (issued to new riders at the track)

Homemade number plates and pad sets acceptable.

* Use current bike when first trying out the sport

Your bicycle CANNOT have:

1. Chain guard
2. Protruding reflectors or metal objects
3. Kickstand
4. Freestyle pegs

Racing Apparel

1. Full-face helmet
2. Long pants
3. Long sleeve shirt or jersey
4. Covered Shoes (i.e. no sandals)
5. Full Fingered Gloves
6. Knee and Elbow pads (recommended)

*Full-face helmets available to BORROW on a first come first serve basis.

*Loaner bikes available to BORROW on a first come first serve basis.

Age Categories

Your age category is based on your age as of December 31st of the year you are racing in. The categories are separated into male and female and range from 4 years & Under to 50 years & Over.

Skill Classifications

1. Novice - new riders
2. Intermediate - moderately skilled riders
3. Expert - highly skilled riders
4. Superclass - semi-pro riders
5. Pro - the highest level of racing