| BMX racing is for the young and young at | | | | |
| heart. It is a fun sport catering to mainly | | | | 1. Finding a race track is easy - ask the |
| the younger generation. Kids generally use | | | | National Bicycle League (NBL) or American |
| 20" bikes for BMX racing and kids under 6 may | | | | Bicycle Association (ABA) through their |
| be using 12" bikes also. The bike used should | | | | websites. These bodies sanction most of the |
| be suitable to the race track. Bikes having | | | | BMX racing circuits. They also provide |
| 24 or 26" wheels can also be used. Many | | | | consultancy and medical insurance (on |
| tracks allow and disallow certain sizes and | | | | membership) to guard you against any |
| types of bikes. | | | | accidents during the races. |
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| Irrespective of size and class, all bikes | | | | A parent or guardian must always accompany |
| should have certain features to prevent | | | | the rider, in order to give permission for |
| accidents and injures. All bikes should be | | | | the child to participate in the race. Proof |
| stripped of any reflectors, kickstands and | | | | of age is required in the form of a birth |
| chain guards. The bike should be padded on | | | | certificate. All tracks issue racing licenses |
| the top tube, crossbar and stem. At least one | | | | on an annual basis, costing between $15 and |
| brake in working condition is mandatory. An | | | | $40. Entry fee is charged for individual |
| identification number plate is necessary on | | | | races varying between $5 and $10. |
| the race track. | | | | |
| | | | Always take a walk around the track, |
| Care while racing | | | | especially if the track is new to you. |
| | | | Remember the jumps. Take a practice ride |
| Protect your head - use a helmet. Use the | | | | along with the others. Go slow and make sure |
| track rules to select a suitable helmet. | | | | you are in your comfort zone. |
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| Protect your body - use protective clothing | | | | Races are normally segregated into age |
| and cover the body as much fully as you can. | | | | groups. The race itself may have 3 to 4 |
| Use sturdy and comfortable shoes. Use gloves | | | | rounds, don't get worried, if you win you |
| for better grip. | | | | will get to keep the trophy and if you don't, |
| | | | you will still end up having fun. BMX racing |
| Keep biking tools and sir pump handy. | | | | is a fun sport as said earlier, so there is |
| | | | no reason to get bogged down, try the next |
| Ready to race | | | | time. |