NEWS | Oceanside BMX

The 2012 Season Almost Here: Information

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:20:27 -0700

Hi Everyone

Only a week away from starting our 2012 season at Oceanside BMX!

Please take a look at our new website oceansidebmx.ca and let us know what you think. Our facebook page and the ABA website have all been changed to reflect our Society change to Oceanside BMX.

In the fees section on the website you will see something we have offered for a few years that until last year wasn’t often utilized.

It is our Seasons Pass, we have sweetened the deal with a total of 4 races for free if you purchase the pass.

The prices for the Pass are as follows:

$112.00 for first family member

$192.00 for two family members or a rider racing two classes

$280.00 maximum per family

This pass does not include our new Scholarship race or any double point race such as the Provincial Qualifier or the Race for Life.

When you purchase your pass we will give you a receipt for tax purposes and we will enter you in our file system. The great thing is when you come to the track your race fees are taken care of!

Another thing we have implemented at our track this year is the trophy buy back.

If you bring back a metal medallion you will receive $1.00 in concession money.

If you bring back a Trophy you will receive $2.00 in concession money.

If you want to clean out some of your awards and eat for free at the track bring them in!

Our jerseys are on order so I cannot add any more at this time. It might be possible to order more later in the season, but you will have to pay full price.

We will be running an Ad on 88.5 The Beach 4 times daily starting Wednesday April 18^th to April 26^th so turn your dial to 88.5 and listen for our Ad!!!!

Come on out Monday April 23 sign up from 6-6:30 for our rider clinic and our FIRST RACE OF THE SEASON April 24^th sign up 6-6:30.

Happy Racing

Trisha Grecht

Oceanside BMX

March 2012 News

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:45:14 -0800

The racing season at the Erik Goetzinger BMX Park is fast approaching!

Season Opener Clinic is April 23rd!

Our First Race is April 24^th!

We are having a planning meeting on Tuesday March 6 7pm at Tim Horton’s in Parksville.

Everyone is always welcome to attend!

Our first and biggest work party will be on March 17 and 18 between 9am-5pm

We have a lot of work to get ready for the season, and we have planned many improvements as well.

We have organized machinery and material donations for these days, and the amount we can accomplish depends on the volunteers that attend.

A core group will be there and as always we appreciate ANY help that you can give, even if it is only for an hour or two.

Below is an overview of the planned work.

Staging Improvement Project

Widen the staging hill to 27’.
Place concrete blocks on both sides of the hill.
Install poles to create shutes for moto staging.

Track Work

Rebuild first corner.
Widen table on last straight.
Rebuild all obstacles on 2^nd and 3^rd straight.
Weeding and grooming of track surface.
Trenching and burying of conduit for speaker wires.
Installation of two new lock boxes for speaker wires.
Paint starting gate.
Cut branches off of cedar tree for better view of track.

Moto Shed

Pressure wash exterior of both buildings to prep for paint.
Paint over graffiti with base coat.
Decorate Moto shed with attractive graffiti.
Install new Erik Goetzinger BMX Park sign.
Organize the Moto shed shelving.
Trophy organizing and building. (could be done at home)

Exciting New Society Changes!

For 2012 the Erik Goetzinger BMX Society will be changing its name to the Oceanside BMX Society!

The track will remain the Erik Goetzinger BMX Park and a new sign is being made to honor Erik.

This requires some new artwork that reflects the tracks ocean community theme.

We will also be having Oceanside BMX jerseys made, we will need sponsors and artwork.

If you have any ideas or input please e-mail us at rgrecht@shaw.ca

New Society Artwork Needed

Oceanside BMX logo
New Sticky artwork
New number plate artwork
Jersey artwork

Donations Needed!

Every donation is greatly appreciated; please take a look at the list of items below to see if you or someone you know can help.

Good clean fill
Bobcat
Excavator
Loader (the best tool to work on the track)
2” PVC conduit
Redi-mix concrete
Steel rakes, plastic lawn rakes and shovels
Chalk line box (for making lines on sports fields)
Spray paint cans for “Artistic Graffiti”

Robert Grecht

2012 District Numbers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:30:04 -0800

Here are the District Plate Numbers for 2012. All you need to do is click on the class that you or your child raced in and then look for your name. The number in front of the name is your District Plate Number.

Happy Holidays & 2012 BMX Planning!

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:54:52 -0800

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.

Riders Clinic!

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:32:31 -0700

Racing at Erlk Goetzinger BMX is in full swing and there have been some amazing races taking place each Tuesday. If you want to become a better racer, practice and riding your bike as much as possible is important and a riders clinic is a great way too.

We will be holding a Riders Clinic at Erik Goetzinger on Thursday, June 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.

Cost $10.00

All proceeds from the clinic will be donated to the Race for Life fund and the Children’s Hospital!

The Clinic will be instructed by Josh Pedersen long time expert rider in 19-27 expert class and Cnag rider from Nanaimo.

With the help of some of our local expert riders you will improve your gate, riding style and passing skills.

Come on out and help raise money for the Race for Life and get some great training to become a better rider!!!!!!!

Please sign up at the Moto Shed or talk to Trisha Grecht for more info.

Parents, Please Read!!!

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:31:40 -0700

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

Big, Huge Race Weekend!

Thu, 19 May 2011 21:48:40 -0700

OK, May Long Weekend is a huge weekend of racing on Vancouver Island. Race one, race some or race all. Here's the schedule.

Friday, May 20: VIC#2, Victoria BMX. Sign-up is from 7:00-7:30 PM. $7.00

Saturday, May 21: Provincial #1, Victoria BMX. Sign-up from 9:00-9:45 AM.

Saturday, May 21: Provincial #2, Nanaimo BMX. Sign-up from 3:00-4:00 PM.

Sunday, May 22: Provincial #3, Erik Goetzinger BMX. Sign-up from 10:00-11:00 AM

Monday, May 23: Provincial #4, Coal Hills BMX. Sign-up from 12:00-1:00 PM

The fee for each Provincial race is $15.00 per class. There is no family discount.

2011 Work Party and Other Information

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:17:33 -0700

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.

2011 District Numbers

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:55:16 -0800

Hear are the 2011 District Numbers. You have the choice of running your earned National, NAG or District number during the 2011 race season.

Date Change for Season Opening Clinic and Race

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:45:55 -0800

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.

New Executive Elected for 2011

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:49:21 -0800

Hello Goetzinger BMX Members

Tuesday Feb 8^th was our AGM for the 2011 season. Thank you for all those who were in attendance. We have made some exciting changes to the track and to our executive group. First off I would like to extend my thanks to Gerald Trees on behalf of the club for all his hard work and dedication as the tracks President. You will still see Gerald at the track racing and announcing but, he has decided not to run for President this year. Also we need to thank our amazing Treasurer/Refreshment Lady Leanne Mackenzie she has decided to step down as Treasurer this year.

Our new elected executive for 2011 is as follows:

President Trisha Grecht

Vice President Rod Spencer

Treasurer Laurie Jordan

Secretary Sara Paddock

Director at Large Tom Zanchetta

As you know our club is run by volunteers and any help you can give us on race night is always appreciated. We have many little jobs each Tuesday from sign up, raking the track, finish line, or marshalling on the corners, if you would like to help with any of these jobs please let us know.

Just before Christmas we purchased a new Steel building for our sign up area and snack bar. Please take a look on our web site or on our facebook page and take a look or better yet go by the track and take a look!

Our new season is fast approaching and with that we will be organizing some work parties to get the track all ready for our racers, so we will be sending out some emails soon and we hope you can attend.

Best Regards,

Trisha Grecht

Erik Goetzinger BMX General Meeting / AGM / Planning Meeting

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 19:31:04 -0800

What:

Erik Goetzinger BMX Society General Meeting, Annual Genera Meeting and 2011 Season Planning Meeting

When: Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Time: 7:00 PM

Where:

Arrowsmith Fairgrounds Meeting Room, across the parking lot from the Arrowsmith Hall.

The Erik Goetzinger BMX Society will be holding three meetings in one on February 8th, 2011.

The first meeting, a General Meeting, will be to vote on changes to the societies bylaws. The proposed by-laws can be found by clicking the BYLAWS tab at the top.

The second meeting will be the Annual General Meeting and the primary business will be electing the executive of the society for 2011. All positions are open and they include the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Director at Large. Nominations can be submitted via email to gtrees@shaw.ca no later then 1 week prior to the meeting or from the floor at the meeting.

The third meeting will be the initial planning meeting for 2011. The newly elected executive will preside over this meeting.

Marie Davidson

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:45:47 -0800

Marie Davidson
May 3, 1942 - December 12, 2010

Marie Davidson, age 68, passed away at peace and without pain in her home surrounded by family on December 12, 2010 following a courageous battle with lung cancer.

...Born on May 3, 1942, in York County, Toronto, Ontario with no real roots of her own, Marie lived her life in service to others including her children and grandchildren; her many foster kids and their families; and thousands of BMX riders and Sea Cadets all over British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest. Marie had a special gift of being able to bring out the best in people through unconditional acceptance, genuine caring, and understanding. In her generous spirit, her heart and home were always open to anyone in need. Her fondness for all things in nature included a love for bears, her special friends the raccoons (Ricky’s), and most of all her cats, Ms. Pootie’s Friend and Mr. Luke.

Marie was known as Nan, Nanny, Nanny-Marie, Mom, Mammy, Wilma, Gree, Mare, Maria, Mary, and Queen Marie to family and friends. For the past 40 years, Marie served as a foster “mom” to more than 140 children. Since 1992, she has been instrumental in raising over $250,000 for the BC Children’s Hospital through annual ABA BMX Race for Life events. In her words, “it is all about kids helping kids”. Marie was an Honorary Member of the Branch 256 Legion; a director of the Navy League of Canada Nanaimo Branch; chairperson for the Canadian ABA BMX Tracks; and, President of the Nanaimo BMX Association. In recognition for her dedication and commitment, Marie received numerous awards. Most recently, she was inducted into the BMX Hall of Fame and a recipient of the Rotary Paul Harris Society Service Award.

Marie is survived by her sons Michael (Katherine), Robert, and Joseph; and, five grandchildren, Jason, Brett, Ryan, James, and Trevor. She is further survived by two step grandchildren Jacqui and Elliot Wyman; her daughter-in-law Anna Davidson; and the many foster children and their families.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 8th, 2011 in the Auditorium at the Beban Park Community Centre, 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC.

A memorial fund has been established in her name with the BC Children's’ Hospital. Donations can be made online www.bcchf.ca or your gift can be mailed to: BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, c/o Tribute Program, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4.

We would like to thank the staff of the VIHA Community Nurses & Home Care and the Red Cross for enabling us to fulfill Marie’s desire to remain at home. Heartfelt thanks to Jan McIntyre, Home Care Nurse, for her compassionate care.

“The only thing you take with you when you’re gone is what you leave behind.”
John Allston

Thank You!

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:03:54 -0700

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.

Redline Cup and Provincial Finals Information

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:57:29 -0700

Please click on the downloads for information on the Redline Cup weekend which will be held the weekend of September 10th through 12th and the Provincial Finals which will be held the weekend of September 24th through 26th.

Alex Grecht

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:27:18 -0700

2010 Vancouver Island Champions

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:04:07 -0700

2010 Vancouver Island Champions

7 Girls Tianna Fretz

8 Girls Adicus Bird

10 Girls Allison Grecht

7 Boys Aiden Grecht

8 Boys Alex Grecht

9 Boys Brett Cunard

10 Boys Lukas Ferguson

11 Boys Benjamin Leslie

13 Boys Mackay Leslie

19 – 27 Boys Chris Jeffery

28 + Boys Rob Brooks

Vancouver Island Challenge Points

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:18:58 -0700

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.

August 16, 2010

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:17:19 -0700

It's been a while since our last news update so we've got a lot to cover. Make sure you read it all.

Track improvements

This past Saturday a few BMX dads, organized by a BMX mom, reworked the step-up jump in the second straight that's been giving everyone trouble since it was built before the season started. Jamie Fretz organized the equipment and Richard Fretz, Brad Paddock and Rod Spencer spent a hot day doing the work. The jump looks great (see the photos in the photo section) and according to the Paddock kids, it's fun to ride.

Vancouver Island Challenge Finals

This coming Saturday, August 21st, Erik Goetzinger will be holding the Vancouver Island Challenge Finals with sign-up between 11:00 and 12:00.

This is a single district point race and every ABA racer can race this event for district points and awards of the day.

VIC champions will be crowned at the end of the race.

We were hoping to have the points through VIC #4 posted well before the race, however the points tabulator has not received the race results from VIC #3 in Victoria. Once this information is received the points will be posted ASAP.

June 21, 2010

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:16:56 -0700

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.