Olympic BMX Gold Medalist Maris Stromberg and 2000 other riders from as far as Japan battled it out at Duke City BMX today for points & trophy's.
The Albuquerque weather was great as boy & girl riders of all ages engaged in the intense racing action. Go211.com was on hand to broadcast the races live over the web. Moto count for day 1 of the Spring Nationals was right at 200 and overall the event was simply awesome.
Interview with John Bingle Union Cycliste Internationale official
Day 2 of the 2010 Spring Nationals begins early tomorrow and promises to be just as exciting.
Sunday: gates open: 7:00am - corrections 7:00 - 7:30am only!
Races begin at 8:00am
Saturday, May 29, 2010
2010 Spring Nationals Day1 Huge Success
Friday, May 28, 2010
Supernationals Pre Race Rocks Albuquerque
Today in Albuquerque New Mexico the largest BMX Race of the year began with the Pre-Race to the 2010 ABA Spring Nationals. Well known Olympics competitor Kyle Bennett, along with international riders and riders from many US states were taking care to get familiar with the covered track.
Many of the aggressive riders took a shot at mastering the Pro Section that proves challenging for even the most seasoned rider. BMX Manufacturer Race teams arrived in full effect to do what they do best. While officials from Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) looked on. This is the first time for the UCI to see the 81,000 square feet of covered BMX Racing fun. The size of the dedicated BMX facility had most in awe.
While visiting families stood in line to register talk of great local restaurants, green chili and the Los Altos Skate Park were heard. Most stated they were staying in nearby hotels.
The official event shirt featured well known local rider Larry Miyamoto who lives in Albuquerque and rides for 505 Racing. Larry's efforts along with other Duke City BMX volunteers was key in preparing the surface of the track for this event.
This event is open to the public and admisson is free for spectators. Albuquerque City Park rules apply no pets, no smoking, no alcoholic beverages permitted on site.
Spring National Day 1 starts tomorrow, scheduled practice begins at 8am with racing to begin 11:30.
Saturday: registration closes @ 9:30am (NO EXCEPTIONS )
Race: 11:30am
PRACTICE
FRIDAY CLASS SATURDAY
2:30- 2:55 pm 13 & under Cruisers 8:00-8:25 am
2:55-3:20 pm 14 & over Cruisers 8:25-8:50 am
3:20-3:45 pm 7 & under Boys/Girls 8:50-9:15 am
3:45-4:10 pm 8-10 Boys/Girls 9:15-9:40 am
4:10-4:35 pm 11-13 Boys/Girls 9:40-10:05 am
4:35-5:00 pm 14-16 Boys/Girls 10:05-10:30 am
5:00-5:25 pm 17 & Over Men/Women 10:30-10:55 am
5:25-5:50 pm PRO-UCI Men & Women 10:55-11:20 am
Supernationals Pre Race Starts Today!
It's Show Time!
The 2010 ABA Supernationals weekend begins with the Pre-Race today!
As visitors arrive in Albuquerque many make thier way to Duke City BMX ot register for the weekend of World Class competition at Duke City BMX.
The weather is warm and sunny and there is plenty to to for families and riders that have made the trip to New Mexico to participate in the Supernationals. Attendees hope to see other riders from out side the country as the UCI points series continues as well.
Recent news that Olympic Medalist Mike "365" Day was recently diagnosed with injuries to discs his back and underwent corrective surgery on May 10th for it. No news yet on if we will see Mike Day or other Team USA Olympic riders like Jill Kitner or Donny Robinson at this weekends event.
Moto counts promise to be large either way during the weekend as comments online are posted about how amazingly smooth the Duke City Track surface is. GO211.com will be broadcasting the races LIVE from the event so those who could not attend can watch the racing action online.
Many describe the Spring Nationals as their favorite National Race location. On site Registration at the ABA Trailer starting at 2pm, scheduled practice sessions begin at 2:30pm with racing to follow at 6pm.
Friday Pre-Race
Registration: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration closes at 5:00pm NO EXCEPTIONS
Race: 6:00pm Awards: 1st - 4th place only
ABA Practice Schedule "B"
FRIDAY CLASS SATURDAY
2:30- 2:55 pm 13 & under Cruisers 8:00-8:25 am
2:55-3:20 pm 14 & over Cruisers 8:25-8:50 am
3:20-3:45 pm 7 & under Boys/Girls 8:50-9:15 am
3:45-4:10 pm 8-10 Boys/Girls 9:15-9:40 am
4:10-4:35 pm 11-13 Boys/Girls 9:40-10:05 am
4:35-5:00 pm 14-16 Boys/Girls 10:05-10:30 am
5:00-5:25 pm 17 & Over Men/Women 10:30-10:55 am
5:25-5:50 pm PRO-UCI Men & Women 10:55-11:20 am
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Riders make it to Duke City BMX early from far away
Weds night practice at Duke City BMX tonight experienced a bump in the usual flow.
Riders who plan to compete in this weekends 2010 Spring National begin to arrive early to get some additional track time. Riders in Vehicles from states as far as Illinois, Missouri and New York suited up to ride the track.
Factory Redline team riders Denzel Stein & Jason Carnes are taking advantage of the warm New Mexico weather to dial their attack for the weekend along with other visiting pro riders. Home town favorite National #1 Vet Pro Rider Kenth Fallen is prepared to entertain the competitors in his class for the upcomming weekend while defending his title.
Family RV's and BMX industry vehicles have already grabbed some of the key parking spots in the auxiliary parking area.
Duke City BMX in preparation for the event has set up the new pre-staging rail system for year round use.
This Spring Nationals weekend should be a wonderful time with a record attendance expected and the weather report promising good things as well!
KRQE Sports News Director Van Tate's piece on the 2010 Spring Nationals
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Duke City BMX ready for 2010 Spring Nationals
Photo by Larry Miyamoto
Duke City BMX volunteer staff has prepped the track for the 2010 Spring Nationals to be held next weekend in Albuquerque NM. This is the Largest BMX Racing event of the year at the track and consistantly draws riders from all over the globe to compete in the event.
The track uses a copolymer soil stabilizer & dust control product on the surface called Soiltac. Addtional applications of the Soiltac have been applied to handle the damands and volume of riders that attend a National Race.
COME RIDE WITH US!
Friday, May 21, 2010
ABA Truck Arrives for 2010 Spring Nationals at Duke City BMX
You know what time it is when the large ABA Truck & Trailer arrives at Duke City BMX.
It's Spring Nationals Time!
May 28th - 30th
This year we expect to see riders from outside the US as well as a few Olympic Medalists with the introduction of the first UCI competition at Duke City BMX during the Spring Nationals.
Duke City BMX with the support of the City of Albuquerque has installed a ProGate. ProGate is the manufacturer that produced the competition BMX gate for the Olympic BMX competition in Beijing China.
For those of you that would like to get on the track before the Spring Nationals the weekly Gate Practice at Duke City BMX will be running on Weds the 26th. 3.00 for all ABA Members.
All visitors Duke City BMX is on city property so all city park rules apply, no smoking, no pets, no alcoholic beverages are allowed, bikes are not to be stored in the bleachers.
We are excited to have the American Bicycle Association (ABA) and the BMX - Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) at our facility and hope that all visitors enjoy their visit. Duke City BMX welcomes all riders to the World Largest Covered full time BMX Racing facility!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
2010 Spring National Nears
The 2010 ABA BMX Spring Nationals will be hosted at Duke City during May 28th - 30th and will include points competition leading up to the next Olympics with the first ever New Mexico UCI BMX race held in Albuquerque.
We welcome all out of state BMX Racing visitors!
Duke City BMX is located at 1011 Buena Vista Drive Southeast Albuquerque, NM 87106-5119 - (505) 890-1269
For the 2010 Spring National Duke City BMX has organized RV only parking for visitors that come to Albuquerque and require RV space. All remaining visitors arriving in Cars, Trucks, SUV's and simular will be directed to the Car & Truck parking area. Parking coordinators will be on hand to help with directions.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Pro 1 BMX Supercamp returns Albuquerque and Spring National Practice Schedule is posted
On Thursday before the Spring Nationals Pro 1 BMX Supercamp will be at Duke City BMX to facilitate training. Any local or visiting BMX Riders that would like to train on the same track before the 2010 Spring Nationals, this is a great opportunity to learn from the pros! For details and training schedule contact Burlin Harris and his team at 661.305.0434
ABA BMX 2010 Spring Nationals Practice Schedule B
Friday Pre-Race Registration: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration closes at 5:00pm NO EXCEPTIONS
Race: 6:00pm Awards: 1st - 4th place only
National Registration:
Friday: Fri/Sat/Sun events 2:00pm - 5:00pm
(closed - 5:00pm to 6:30pm)
Sat/Sun events 6:30pm until end of Pre-Race
Saturday: Sat/Sun events 7:30am - 9:30am
Sun event only: 12 noon - 3:00pm
Sunday: NO REGISTRATION - NO EXCEPTIONS
National Race Times:
Saturday: registration closes @ 9:30am (NO EXCEPTIONS )
Race: 11:30am
Sunday: gates open: 7:00am - corrections 7:00 - 7:30am only!
Race: 8:00am
AWARDS TO ALL IN MAIN
PRACTICE
FRIDAY CLASS SATURDAY
2:30- 2:55 pm 13 & under Cruisers 8:00-8:25 am
2:55-3:20 pm 14 & over Cruisers 8:25-8:50 am
3:20-3:45 pm 7 & under Boys/Girls 8:50-9:15 am
3:45-4:10 pm 8-10 Boys/Girls 9:15-9:40 am
4:10-4:35 pm 11-13 Boys/Girls 9:40-10:05 am
4:35-5:00 pm 14-16 Boys/Girls 10:05-10:30 am
5:00-5:25 pm 17 & Over Men/Women 10:30-10:55 am
5:25-5:50 pm PRO-UCI Men & Women 10:55-11:20 am
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