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[Dr Skyway]

OK so I was at the Nationals at Derby last weekend and was my first time at a BMX race, and I was very impressed.....so much so that I wanted to give it a go, but whats the best way to start?

Anyone here race at either Derby or Notts?

[HEYWOOD BMX]

  Find your nearest club & go down when they have gates on.You`ll prob be able to borrow a fullface and hire a bike.They`ll prob have a coach too so you`ll be able to pick up some pointers.Enjoy:)

[Dingobmxer]

Hello Dr Skyway,
I live and race in Notts,

we have bikes and helmets you can loan and coaching sessions on a Saturday morning or if you just wanna ride the track its open 365 days a year

Dingo

[Dr Skyway]

cheers guys, Think a ride over to Notts one sat morning then.....got pads and full face from MTB'ing

Dingo you race at notts?

[Dingobmxer]

cheers guys, Think a ride over to Notts one sat morning then.....got pads and full face from MTB'ing

Dingo you race at notts?

yes mate, give me a shout when you are going over and I will come across to introduce you to everyone

Dingo

[Dr Skyway]

cheers Dingo will do, you down there much?

[Dingobmxer]

I will be there tonight (Wednesday) for gate practice

It starts around 6ish

Dingo

[Rossi46]

Where abouts is this track in Notts. If you go down to check it out with a view to having a little razz round, do you have to have full protective gear. I know thats obviously safer but it would be nice to have a go before forking out for all the kit. I enjoyed it BITD but i'm 40 in a couple of months and unsure if my aching/ageing joints will take it. I really fancy it though 

[Dr Skyway]

I think the club would prob prefer you to wear the gear for insurance reasons?, but nothing stopping you going down outside club times for a little blast......

Dingo will give you a shout.....but busy next few weekends MTB'ing

[Dingobmxer]

Two tracks in Notts, outlaws track is sellers wood drive Bulwell and a smaller track at Rushcliffe country park in ruddington, protective gear not required when the club are not practicing

Dingo