Erik Goetzinger BMX

Happy Holidays Everyone!

It doesn't seem like it's been 3 months since our last race and the time until the 2012 season begins will go by in a flash.  To help get you in the mood, check out the 2012 Erik Goetzinger BMX schedule.  Just click on the Schedule tab at the top of the site.

The ABA has also released the the 2012 Canadian National Schedule.

May 11-13:  Canadian Nationals, Chilliwack, BC.

June 8-10:  Rattler Nationals, Vernon, BC.

July 6-8:  Harbour City Nationals, Nanaimo, BC.

August 3-5:  Borderline Nationals, Langley, BC.

August 17-19:  Limestone Nationals, Kingston, ON.

October 5-7:  Canadian Grands, Chilliwack, BC.

Dear Parents:

Please take the time to read this information as it's very important.

1.  Your child MUST have a parent or designated guardian at the track from the time they arrive at the track, until they leave.  In the event they get injured or if their bike has any problem, your child needs you there to care for them.  If you have to leave the track for any reason please make sure someone you trust knows you're leaving and knows to watch out for your child.

2.  Your child MUST have the following apparel when they are riding or racing the track on race nights.  This is taken directly from the ABA Rule Book.  From this point on, if a racer doesn't have the appropriate riding apparel they Will Not Be Allowed On The Track.

Please take the time to read this information and make sure your child has what they need to race.  If you have any questions about gear or how to "buckle" up a helmet, please ask.  That's what the volunteers are their for.

A. Apparel 

1. All riders must wear helmets with a permanent strap attached; snaps are not allowed. Helmets must have sufficient padding and be of good quality. The ABA highly recommends a full-face helmet or a helmet that covers the ears.

2. All riders must wear enclosed shoes, which are sufficient to protect the rider’s feet.

3. It is recommended that riders wear long pants. Loose fitting short pants made of tear-resistant material are permitted and used in combination with a one- piece knee and shin guard with a rigid surface. There must be no exposed skin above the knee or below the shin guard extending to above the ankle. The short pants fabric must have a minimum of 3 inches of doubled up excess material, without stretching the fabric. This shall be measured by pinching the fabric between the index finger and thumb. All combinations of shorts with knee and shin guards are subject to the approval of the ABA and/or Track Operator.

4. It is recommended that riders wear long sleeved shirts. Short sleeved shirts and sufficient elbow protection is allowable subject to the approval of the ABA and/or Track Operator

Work Party Information

The 2011 season is just around the corner with our first racing taking place on Tuesday, May 3rd.  To help get the track ready to race we will be holding a work party on Saturday, April 9th beginning at 9:00 AM.  The project will be to add dirt to the start hill and re-shape the first corner, along with general grooming and repair of the track.  The more people that help the more can be done.  Lunch will be provided.  Even if you can only give a couple of hours, any help will be greatly appreciated.

Changes to 1/2 Track Program

In order to accommodate the requirement to have our 1/2 tracker racers under the track insurance and the ever increasing cost of awards that are given out to our 1/2 trackers the following changes will be made for 2011.  A membership fee of $20.00 will be assessed along with a race fee of $2.00 per race.

Vancouver Island Challenge Series

The four Vancouver Island tracks have came up with a new format for the Vancouver Island Challenge Series.  Each track will hold a qualifying race during the year and the finals will be held at Coal Hills BMX.  The Provincial points system will still be used, however VIC Champions will be crowned for Novice, Intermediate and Expert classes in each age group instead of Age Only Champions as in years past.  To add another incentive to attend each qualifying race, each track will be awarding Dog Tags of a different colour.  To get the full set you'll need to race each qualifier.  Stay tuned for the complete format and rules.

The 2011 racing schedule has been revised. 

The race clinic and registration that was to have been held on Monday, April 25^th has been re-scheduled to Monday, May 2^nd due to the Easter long weekend.

The first race of the season will now be Tuesday, May 3^rd, instead of April 26^th.

The 2010 racing season at Erik Goetzinger BMX is in the books and what a final race it was.  We had 15 motos and 4 half trackers come out to take part in the season finally and some great racing took place in all categories.

Prior to racing Autumn Spencer was recognized for moving up to the "girls" class after earning her 8th win as a Novice the week before.

One of the most exciting races of the night took place in the 11 Novice class where Blayre Paddock was looking for her 8th win as a Novice.  It came down to the 3rd round and Blayre won at the line for the overall win and a move up to the "girls" class.  

The 2010 season was a lot of fun and this could only have happened with the help of exceptional volunteers and parents who bring out the racers week after week.

Erik Goetzinger BMX would like to thank everyone who was involved in racing in 2010 and we look forward to see everyone back in 2011.

Ok everyone, below are the age classes and points for riders who have raced in at least 3 VIC qualifying events.  Remember, in order to be crowned as a Vancouver Island Challenge Champion you must race the final too.

If there is any questions about the points please email Gerald Trees at gtrees@shaw.ca

OK, there is one change that needs to be made, Adicus Bird is now 8 years old so is not in the 7 year-old age group.

Welcome to the Summer of 2010!  Hopefully we get some true Summer weather over the next few weeks.  Anyway, here is some important information regarding the Race For Life and a couple of other items.

1.  We will be holding our annual Race For Life tomorrow night, with sign-up from 6:00 to 6:30 PM.  It is a double points race and we will be running the ABA transfer system for he event.  The cost of this race is normally $20.00 per rider but thanks to the generosity of IRIS, The Visual Group we will be charging $10.00 and they will cover the other $10.00 per rider.  There is no family discount for this race.

Remember to have your Race For Life donations turned in as well.

2.  Round 6 & 7 of the ABA Canadian National Series will take place at Nanaimo BMX July 16 through 18.  Plan to race this event, or at the very least come out and watch BMX racing at it's best.

3.  Pro 1 BMX Supercamp will take place at Nanaimo BMX beginning on Monday, July 12th and running through Wednesday, July 14th.  For more information contact Randy Little at randy@nanaimobmx.com.

4.  Finally, for those of you who have an iphone, ipod touch or the new ipad, the ABA has an app where you can access information on points, schedules and track locations.  It's free from the App Store.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the track.