Club Trip to Midlands Regional - Round 8
at Harworth & Bircotes BMX Club,

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008.

 

 

What to Expect

The club is going to the Midlands Regional race, round 8, at Harworth and Bircotes BMX Club. The cost per person is £8. This includes a £1 donation towards petrol and the £7 race entry fee. Parents/guardians may choose to make their own way by car, or to meet up at the Bulwell track and assist with transport, just in case there are too many riders and bikes for us to cope. Directions to the track can be found below. The trip is only open to members of the club, so please ask for a membership form if you need one. Membership for the remainder of 2008 costs £5.
It is also essential that your bike is fit for racing:-

  • Remove anything that sticks out (stunt pegs, reflectors, kick stand, chain-guard)
  • There must be at least one working brake - most riders choose a back brake.
  • There should be padding on the top tube and headset and across the handlebars. Fancy padsets can be bought , but pipe lagging and gaffer tape works very well.
  • Handlebars must not be sticking out through the end of your grips.

    • You’ll also need a full face helmet, gloves, long sleeves, long trousers - but the club can help with equipment. Bring your race plate if you have one, otherwise temporary plates will be available at the track.

    Book your place

    To book your place on the trip you will need to return a signed parental/guardian consent form. Just print off this page. The £8 for the transport and race fee may be brought on the day. It is well worth getting your bike inspected at the Bulwell track on a Sunday beforehand. The sooner you can book your place the better, especially if demand is high.

    Plan for the day

    We will meet at the Bulwell track at 9.45 am to load bikes onto the transport, either a trailer or a van. We will leave at 10:00am, aiming to get there by 11:00 am. Registration closes at 11:30. The length of the event depends upon how many people race so it is not possible to provide a precise return time. However, a good estimate would be back at Bulwell at 5.00 pm. You can always phone or text Phil on 07985 419101.

    Please return the form below to book your place on the trip.

    I wish to travel on club transport and I understand that BMX Racing is a potentially dangerous sport.

    Name ………………………………………………………………………………....

    Parent/Guardian Signature………………………………………………………….