2011 Season Points Are final!

Attention Riders:

Points from the 2011 season are now final. Please go to www.ababmx.com and locate your earned number. This number is to be displayed on your bike for competition at any USA BMX sanctioned race.

Please have your updated number on your bike to insure you receive proper competition credit starting this Sunday.

February is a bring a friend to BMX month at Duke City BMX! Point will be given for those who bring a friend to the track for a chance to win prizes!

Ride Hard!

2012 Season Begins with Gate Practice January 4th!

Yup, that's right Duke City BMX will re-open after the short winter break for regular gate practice!

Riders please remember you must register at the registration office before getting in the gate.

See you all there!

Duke City BMX is closed for winter break

Riders, fans and Parents,

 Duke City BMX is Closed for winter break effective today.

The track will reopen on Januay 4th for the start of the 2012 race season!


Have a Merry Chirstmas and a happy new year!

USA BMX opens online retail store

Today USA BMX send out announcements that promotional items are now available as we all make the transition and new sanctioning organization name.

The below schedule is the official National race schedule for the 2012 USA BMX race season:

Weds Dec 7th practice cancelled

Weds. December 7th practice had been cancelled due to COLD.

Stay Warm!

Duke City BMX will be closed today Sunday Dec.4th

Due to extreme weather conditions Duke City BMX will not be open today for Sunday Trophy/Points racing.

We apologize for the late notice. The track does plan to be open this next Weds night for practice weather permitting.

Thank you

Winter Schedule in effect

Attention riders, fans & parents.


Duke City BMX is now on the "Winter Schedule"


While on the winter schedule there are no Friday night races and Sunday registration times change to 12pm-1pm till March.

Happy Thanksgiving weekend!

Duke City BMX wishes you a very happy thanksgiving weekend!

The track will be closed Today Weds November 23rd, Friday the 25th and Sunday the 27th.

Duke City BMX will resume operations under the Winter schedule the following week Wednesday 30th.

While on the winter schedule there are no Friday night races and Sunday registration times change to 12pm-1pm till March.

2011 ABA Grand Nationals

Best of luck to all Duke City BMX riders that are making the trip to Tulsa Oklahoma for the 2011 ABA Grand Nationals!

Duke City BMX will be CLOSED Thanksgiving weekend 11-24-11 through 11-17-11. The track will re-open on the Winter Schedule the following week.

2011 ABA Grands Conceptual Mock up

The above image is an artist rendering that was posted today by the ABA. The design is conceptual and subject to change.

2011 November Newsletter

The 2011 November Newsletter is available in printed form on track day at Duke City BMX.

WINTER TRACK SCHEDULE COMING SOON!

After Thanksgiving Duke City BMX moves to the Winter Track Schedule.

WINTER Track schedule

               Wednesday - Practice 6 pm – 7:30 pm $3

Sunday - Trophy Race. Sign ups 12pm – 1pm  $10 to race

                 *no Friday's during the winter schedule

2011 Duke City BMX Membership Awards Banquet

Each year Duke City BMX hosts a Membership Awards Banquet.

This year the 2011 Duke City BMX Membership Awards Banquet will be held on Saturday November 5th. 5pm-8pm.

RSVP extension for members via email till Wednesday Nov. 2nd at: dukecitybmxracing@gmail.com

Each Rider Member that holds a Duke City BMX ABA Membership is granted free admission for the rider and one parent. Additional tickets for entrance to the event are 5.00 per person. Visiting riders who hold ABA memberships from other tracks are welcome but will need a 5.00 ticket.

Please submit Duke City BMX rider photos for slide show! We would love to share your photos!

Dinner is hosted by Duke City BMX and is Buffet style.

Location:
Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center
9800 4th Street Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87114-2125

Please see the registration office at the track on track days to add your name to the attendee list for this event.

We ask that all participants RSVP before October 30th

Thank you!

This is the one of the favorite events of the year for our membership dress to impress. Each year riders receive season awards, there are raffle give aways and always lot's of entertainment as well as an annual membership meeting and board member election.

If you have questions or an interest in Duke City BMX Board Member annual election please see us at the registration office on any track day for additional information.

2011 Double Points Halloween Race at Duke City BMX

BOO!

That's right it is time once again for the Halloween race at Duke City BMX this Sunday!

Race fee is 20.00 for this double points race or only 10.00 with your donation of a new undergarments or socks for kids.

Join us with this great community support effort, we will be donating these needed items to another non profit organization that will distribute them to local kids & families in need.

Lincoln Middle School rides Duke City BMX

Physical Education Instructor Liv Kent created a life Sport Series that allows students at Lincoln Middle School in Rio Rancho to participate in Life Sports that they might normally not be exposed to in a positive way. The series began this year with repelling and rock climbing and then progressed to BMX Racing.

Today a group of about fifteen students arrived at Duke City BMX to try their hand at the sport. Benefiting from the Loaner Bike & Gear Program all riders were able to be suited with a track owned race bike and helmet. Much fun was had by all during the first time rider clinic. With help from Julian Gonzales of 505 Racing, Tye Peirce and a demonstration of the Pro Section by Hunter Meese the group had a great time.

We look forward to seeing these riders on regular track days at Duke City BMX.

North Valley Bike Park Grand Opening October 22nd

After months of planning and preparation the New Bernalillo County North Valley Bike Park will officially open it's gates on Saturday October 22nd at 11am.

This multi-discipline recreational bike park is a great addition to the area. Located at the old Duke City BMX location.

Varied levels of Slalom, Dirt Jump, Trials and rhythm sections it's got it all! Open to the public.

Get your dirt on!


Helmets Required

Changes to the track bike shop

Attention riders,

"Duke City Bikes" The bike shop that was open on track days at the track is now closed for business.

Your Duke City BMX Board of directors is currently in the process of looking working options that would provide basic on site repair, service and a small inventory of supplies and parts for our members.

Please stay tuned for any progress. In the meantime it is best to stock up on tubes and such to have with you for track days.

Thank you.

2011 October Newsletter

The Monthly Duke City BMX newsletter in printed form and available to members at the track on track days.

BMX Supercross ‘home- coming’ for final stop UCI BMX Supercross Word Cup Series 2011 in Chula Vista, California

BMX Supercross ‘home- coming’ for final stop UCI BMX Supercross Word Cup Series 2011 in Chula Vista, California
22 September 2011 - The best Elite BMX riders in the world will get together on September 30th and October 1st in Chula Vista, California for 2011 UCI BMX Supercross World Cup finals, presented by Swatch. During this fourth stop in California, home of BMX, the overall winners of this year’s Elite men and Elite women in the BMX SX World Cup will be decided. Moreover, crucial qualification points are up for grabs for National Olympic qualification rankings.

Home of BMX
The California Supercross event will be held at the United States Olympic Committee Training Centre in Chula Vista. The track is a challenging, spiced up replica of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games track and is a favorite amongst the world’s best Elite riders.

Men’s favorites
Home favorite amongst the Elite men must be the young American Connor Fields, who just recovered from an injury but shows great form by making it to the finals at the two last events. Fields and his US Cycling teammates have to keep an eye on Marc Willers (NZL). The Kiwi rider seems the man to beat this season. His victory at the London 2012 Olympic track was very impressive. In a final with all the big names, like Willoughby (AUS), Daudet (FRA) and Strombergs (LAT), Willers managed to cross the line first after several lead changes. Willers also won the Papendal Supercross stop in May and showed great form at the UCI BMX World Championships in Copenhagen, only to make a few small mistakes allowing Daudet to pass.

Also keep an eye out for Maris Strombergs. He has been showing great form after recovering from an injury and Chula Vista is one of his favorite tracks. But perhaps the biggest favorite is the 2011 BMX World Champion Joris Daudet (FRA). Daudet is leading the World Cup series only a few points ahead of Willers and he will not back down an inch in order to win the “Triple Crown” of 2011 (BMX SX Champion, World Champion and European Champion).

Women’s favorites
France is amongst the best performing BMX countries this 2011 season. Therefore it is likely a French rider will stand on the podium in Chula Vista at both Men and Women competitions. Look out for Manon Valentino who has won this year’s first Supercross stop in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Valentino’s teammate Magalie Pottier claimed the bronze medal at the UCI BMX World Championships in Copenhagen and is trailing Sarah Walker for the overall title.

World Champion Marianna Pajon is keen on improving her London performance, where the Columbian crashed in the final. The big favorite has to be Sarah Walker (NZL). Sarah is currently in a comfortable lead in the overall standing and would like nothing else than win the final event in Chula Vista. The London winner, Shanaze Reade (GBR), might not race in Chula Vista and in stead stay home and prepare for the 2012 Olympic Games.

For standings 2011 Supercross click here http://www.bmx-results.com (select '2011 results', 'London')


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Note to media:
If you would like to attend this event, please send an accreditation request to: simon@marvinandmiles.com

43 Moto's for the 2011 New Mexico State Championship

Today was the final for the State Championship we had a total of 43 Moto's! With a number of riders from neighboring states come to compete.

This years Pro-AM race was amazing! two full racks of Pro-Am competitors battled for a cash prize! Kalvin Davis from 5050 Racing ultimately taking the win and the cash!

Congratulations to all competitors that we able to make this awesome 3 day race weekend!

Saturday Pre Race Team competition was won by Aftershock
Sunday Team Competition was won by 505 Racing

Thanks to all the volunteers and local sponsors that made this event possible!

2011 New Mexico State Championship final TODAY!

September 23rd, 24th & 25th

Open to the public free admission for spectators!

Come watch as riders compete for NM State rank, title, points and special number plates.

Sunday September 25th
State Championship final Race
Triple ABA points!
signups 9:30 – 11:00 am, $30 race fee

Pro AM! 
This is your chance to race against the ProRiders!  Special Pro-AM race is a non-points cash prize race, donations are taken on race day with the prize awarded to the top finishing riders. Riders ages 13 Expert and up are invited to compete in the Pro AM.




Annual Awards Ceremony to follow  the final on Sunday. Riders take their places on the podium based on finish! Group rider photo is taken for the website, all riders welcome!

The NM State Championship race it is open to all riders for competition.

ABA riders that are competing in the season series for state title, plate and rank must have competed in at least 1 of the 2 previously held State Qualifier races early in the 2011 season.

American Bicycle Association rules in effect, all riders must wear proper safety equipment including knee and shin coverage or protection.


Duke City BMX is on City Property: Park rules apply,  NO PETS, NO SMOKING, NO Adult Beverages allowed on site, this includes the parking lot. Thank you.

Special limited edition 2011 NM State Championship shirts now on sale!  Get yours while they last.

2011 New Mexico State Championship shirts ON SALE now

Riders, Fans and Parents,

The 2011 Limited Edition New Mexico State Championship T-Shirts are now on sale!

Quantities are limited so be sure to grab yours quick, on sale now at the registration office on track days till they are gone!

Sizes youth small through adult Large are only $15.00  XXL size are $20.00

Thank you! To all the volunteers!

Yesterday a number of volunteers came out the the track to lend a hand during the track clean up effort. We would like to thank each and every person who took the time to help!

Bring on the New Mexico State Championship!

Clean up Party & Open Track session!

Attention all riders! You are all invited!

This Saturday in preparation for the up coming NM State Championship final we are hosting a special clean up & open track session. SUCH A DEAL!

Show up at 9am this Saturday help us work till 12pm, then get hot dogs and access to the track! No track fee for all helpers!

Track fee for the day is your help! So come on out and join us.

Sorry this is not a regular gate practice session with an alternate pay option. Riders who help with the clean up get to ride!

Duke City BMX welcomes new Corporate Sponsor Backerworks MFG, LLC

Big welcome to Backerworks MFG, LLC as our newest corporate sponsor! Now the world class gate at the track is ready for full duty after a refurbishment by the professionals at Backerworks MFG, LLC. for more information on the company visit their website at http://www.backerworks.com/.

September Newsletter

The Duke City BMX Newsletter is a monthly physical newsletter that is available in printed format at the registration office on track days. On the back of the newsletter you will find the monthly track calendar.

Duke City BMX will be open for regular practice

Hello riders, fans and parents,

Duke City BMX will resume regular operational schedule beginning this Wednesday September 7th with gate practice. Gates open at 6pm!

Duke City BMX will be closed for Labor Day Weekend

Duke City BMX will be closed on Friday September 2nd and Sunday September 4th 2011 in observance of the Labor Day.

The track will be open the Wednesday before and the Wednesday after for regular gate practice.

Take the weekend off!

Labor Day: How it Came About; What it Means

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

Source:http://www.dol.gov/opa/aboutdol/laborday.htm

Congratulations to all the Duke City BMX riders that competed in the Southwest Nationals

Big shout out to all the Duke City BMX riders who represented New Mexico at the Southwest Nationals in Tucson this past weekend!.

We had many reports of some great finishes!

Duke City BMX rider Jonah Thompson rides the Mt. Washington Fundraiser

Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb 2011

On Saturday, August 20, 2011 I will bike up Mount Washington, a 7.6 mile all-uphill race to the summit of the highest peak in the northeastern United States. The Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb is the largest annual fundraiser for Tin Mountain Conservation Center.

You can help me support a great environmental organization, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, which has provided environmental education to over 75,000 students, campers and individuals throughout schools and communities in Northern New Hampshire and western Maine for over 30 years.


Help Jonah meet his goal on this great fundraiser! to learn how to support Jonah see the below link to his sponsorship page. WAY TO GO JONAH!


https://www.pledgereg.com/18838

August Newsletter

Each Month Duke City BMX puts out a newsletter to help keep our riders and families informed. These newsletters are available in printed form at the track on track days.