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ACCOUNTING

In January of this year - a mere seven months ago, Vegas’ Sage Gazan was racing the boys in 10 Intermediate. After winning all three days at the South Point’s Silver Dollar Nationals, she officially turned Girl Expert - and has been on a tare ever since. “She works all the time,” says her BMX Sharks teammate Cedric Cade. Being homeschooled has its advantages and Sage tells us she trains about four hours each day - from riding their backyard pump track to doing sprints, or just getting track time at one of Vegas’ many tracks. They call her “The Mutant” - and for a good reason. “My dad gave me that nickname,” Sage explains.

“A mutant is a super-human who finds their super power at adolescence.” Already killin’ it in 10girls, we’ve gotta admit that’s one of the most appropriate nicknames we’ve ever heard.

Come November, she’ll attend her very first Grands and will likely be up for a NAG No.1 plate and possible National Top-10 number.

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CONTENTS

JUNE / JULY 2020

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FOUNDATION

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BEYOND THE BERM

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TRACK DIRECTORY

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ON THE COVER:

J&R Bikes is on a quest for their ninth No.1 Bike Shop title, and they’ve got the proper artillery for battle. That includes this month’s cover-boy, Matthew Haas - a super stylish 16x from Wellington, Florida. So far this year, J&R has a comfortable 103 point lead in the Bike Shop team chase, but the Sharks are circling.

Photo by Mr. Ponytail, James Pennucci

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BMX History is made as Pryor, Oklahoma host the first post-pandemic National.

48 DRAWING CONTEST

Kentucky’s Mozer family cleans house in the PULL magazine Drawing Contest

70 DESERT CLASSIC

Four months after the Winters, the BMX circuit returns to Black Mountain.

92 LOCALS ONLY

For those who rocked their District, we salute you District Champs.

104 ROCK HILL REVIVAL

Everybody loves Rock Hill - with over 200-motos for the Carolina Nationals.

139 WARNICKE SCHOLARSHIP School might still be on hold, but the Bob Warnicke Scholarships aren’t.

ON THIS PAGE: After trying out a few methods, Vegas’ Cedric Cade Jr. has now finally figured out the secret formula to beating Ronnie Kim. In Phoenix, he did it twice. In Rock Hill, he took the 14x win all three days.

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BROEY’s SQUAREBODY Joey Carberry (aka “Broey”) is a former BMXer who works for the SquareBody Syndicate - America’s best known source for all things Chevy C-10 (known as “square bodies”). Nearly two years ago, he started this BMX themed C-10, modeled after the legendary Mongoose factory team suburban. Broey recreated the bagged beast from archived photos and ads, and it turned out so sweet that Street Trucks magazine did a cover / feature story on it in their latest issue.

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Elite Pro Tanner Sebesta has returned to Redman Bikes - his previous sponsor as an amateur. “I’m pumped! I rode for Redman bikes in my final two years of amateur. In those two years I went from being a Top-4 rider to winning almost every national. Within the next month or so you will see us all kitted-up in HotShoppe uniforms with our Tomahawk 3 frames!

On top of that, T-Bone will be track operator for the all new LoneStar BMX in San Antonio - which is currently under construction.

Instagram: @redmanbikes @tbone_tannersebesta Facebook: Redmanbikesusa & Tanner Sebesta

Custom BADGES 100% KASIA Jen Green has combined her two loves - jewelry and cycling, into a cool career. She makes hand-made head tube badges for all kinds of bikes - including BMX. All of the badges are hand fabricated and soldered by hand, using a variety of metals. Nothing is done by machine.

On average, a badge ranges from $150-$175 in the mixed metals.

Add a bit more for sterling silver or excessive lettering and detail.

Here are just a few fine examples of her work.

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Designed in SoCal and handcrafted in Italy with French optics, 100% just introduced the latest addition to their long line up of sunglasses.

With high quality lenses, made with hydrophobic and oleophobic treatments.

The inlaid ultra-grip rubber nose and temple tips provide a secure fit and includes a custom 100%® microfiber pouch. MSRP $110 to $150.

Now that the BMX World is getting back outside, and #backonTrack, in the summer sun, we could all use a new pair of sunglasses.

SUPREME TEAMS UP WITH S&M BIKES

For info, go to: headbadges.com, or follow her on instagram @jengreenheadbadges or e-mail: jen@jen-green.com

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Once again, popular clothing brand Supreme teams up with another great brand.

This time, with S&M to repro a 1995 S&M Dirt Bike. Debuting on May 7 via the Supreme webstore, at $1,898 USD with free shipping.

GOSSIP COLUMN:

INSIGHT’s NEW VISION2 3D plate While everybody was in lockdown, INSIGHT released their new Gen-2 version of the Vision plate; this one being 3D and super high-tech looking, with a ton of ventilation for better airflow to keep your stem cool. Available in five colors (Black, Translucent Black, Red, Blue, Neon Yellow), you can pick one up from your nearest shop or order online for a mere $20.

ZERONINE frames 2020

BMX Hall of Famer SCOTT CLARK and his brother BRETT over at TRUVUaquariums.com have created and donated custom PPE guards for the windows on the USA BMX big rigs. Thanks, TruVu! l

l Big news over at RACE INC., as they have a new Canadian owner - MARC COTE from Montreal.

Better yet, new partner in crime MICHAEL GAMSTETTER (formerly with BRaIN, Box and DK) will be helping with the re-branding. l

Spotted in the factory pits in Rock Hill, the latest frame on the BMX scene comes to you from the newly revitalized Zeronine brand. Made in the U.S. (by you-know-who), Zeronine should have 20” and cruiser frames available in late July / early August.

THE GRANDS To quash all of the wild rumors we’ve been hearing in the pits, let us assure you that the Greatest Race on Earth - the USA BMX Grands, will be happening Thanksgiving weekend, in TULSA! (Not Arizona. Not anywhere else.

Not cancelled or postponed). Plan on it.

TRIBUTE-GRAPHIC HARO CITIZEN If you weren’t around in 1982, when Bob Haro first came out with his first production “Freestyler” frame, then you might not recognize this combo of color and graphics.

Haro fan Steve Waldron gets credit for this radical tribute, custom painting his modern-day HARO Citizen carbon frame to match an original 80’s Freestyler.

Back in the 90’s,BOMBER numberplates (made by Oregon BMX legend SCOTT SNOOK), were the hot ticket. Now, in 2020, a tribute plate has hit the scene, called BUMMER - using the same graffiti-style of lettering. l One of the first losses our sport saw during the COVID Crisis was the death of the RAIL THE BERM podcast, as they had no National events to talk about or criticize. Producer BRAD DeBUSK and his crew did put in a good, long run at it - airing 282 episodes since their start in 2016. l PULL Magazine

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Watch Out:

POUNDFOOLISH l If you race in the thriving San Diego BMX scene, then you ‘ve probably noticed the POUNDFOOLISH race team at many of the locals. Or, you might’ve caught the custom POUNDFOOLISH truck pulling into Black Mountain BMX for the Desert Classic. Either way, you might’ve been like us and asked -

Electric Push Bikes: STACYC

The STACYC 16eDRIVE is the perfect choice for little rippers with some experience on a balance bike who want to go a little faster. STACYC describes it as, “the holy grail of fun,” for tiny tykes on balance bikes. In March of 2019, HARLEY-DAVIDSON acquired STACYC, with a plan to build the next generation of throttletwisters. Just don’t have your 5 & Under show up at a USA BMX National on one.

MSRP: $649 to $699

“What the heck is POUNDFOOLISH?”

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SNAKE -vs- MONGOOSE Turns out they are a customized watch maker with BMX roots and a full-on Factory team. Co-owned by BMX fanatic GENE FARRIS, Poundfoolish has a wide assortment of U.S.-made watches, ranging from $500 to $1,500 and would look great on the wrists of any BMXer.

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While practicing at Rock Hill BMX for the upcoming CarolinaNats, a big ol’ black pine snake would soon regret crossing the track.

He was nabbed and placed on Mason Hayes’ Mongoose - for a recreation of the legendary Snake -vsMongoose rivalry. Google it.

GET YOUR STINGER

If you’ve never tried Honey Stinger protein waffles - you are missing out. Each treat packs 10 grams of protein with only 150 calories - just the right amount of nutrients to help your body recover from a ride of any kind. Plus, they’ve just added two new flavors: Wild Berry and Apple Cinnamon! A light and portable alternative to traditional protein bars on the market.

REMEMBERED

TERRY COX The Godfather of Louisiana BMX

The story of BMX in Louisiana cannot be told without the mention of one mans name. Terry Cox. Terry had a son Timmy that started racing in the early 80’s and like most BMX dads Terry was supportive and involved with his son’s new found passion. So much so he became the track operator of Bayou City BMX in the mid 80’s. For the next 35 years, Terry would announce, setup, do sign-ups, officiate, and give out trophies. Every kid would get a trophy if it were up to Terry. To this day, anybody who has raced BMX in Lousiana at one time or another - from the 80’s, 90’s or 00’s, will fondly remember Terry Cox and his contributions to the sport of BMX.

MIKE DEVITT - a BMX Icon Since his passing on May 8th, many in the BMX World have referred to Mike Devitt as the “Steve Jobs of BMX.” “He meant a lot to many people in the BMX world,” said fellow BMX Hall of Famer Perry Kramer, whose first sponsor in 1974 was from Devitt’s Dirt Masters team. “Mike listened to me, as he did with a lot of people. That was one thing that made him such a great human being.

Mike had his thoughts and beliefs, but he would take the time to listen to what you had on your mind.”

JANET MICHAEL from Hamilton BMX Janet Michael, clerk for Hamilton BMX, enjoyed every aspect of the sport, but mostly enjoyed being a beacon of support for our young riders at the track. Janet was funny and strong, and her leadership was infectious. Because of her, Hamilton BMX has gained a reputation of a family fun environment for all of our riders and their families. On May 1, 2020, Janet lost her battle with cancer - leaving behind her husband and two sons.

FRANK GODFREY from Bellflower BMX “The World lost a great man,” stated Bellflower BMX TO Tammy Estep.

“There will never be anyone who can ever replace the love he had for all of us. Never a bad word to say about anything or anyone no matter who or what it was, he was always kind and helpful. He was truly the first friendly face you saw when you hit the track. If he did not have a hose, shovel, or rake in his hand he would be helping with signups or the snack bar. He always had words of encouragement to everyone. He was the best listener and never judged anyone. Everyone loved Frank.”

Devitt’s start in BMX came in the very beginning, working with Bike-Ette - selling BMX accessories like bars, grips and fenders. He’d do the same with DirtMasters, while at the same time founding Makaha skateboards.

When Scot Breithaupt started SE Racing, Mike helped out financially and was put in charge of production. “Mike kept SE going long after BMX was hot. He loved the brand, and he loved manufacturing stuff,” recalls P.K. After SE, Mike teamed up with Gary Turner to form Aliant Bikes in the late 90’s. He was inducted into the BMX Hall of Fame in 1994, as a true BMX Pioneer.

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BOUNCE BACK words & photos by Gmo

When the final gate of the Lonestar Nationals fell on March 8th, 2020 none of us knew how our lives would change in the coming weeks. As Covid-19 initiated a pause in human activity all around the globe, BMXers wondered if and when they’d be able to get

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Kyle Norton (NAG 9) is one of the fastest cats out of the Pacific Northwest. He battled with 15X winner Peter Choat all weekend long.

ON TRACK At the beginning of May the Governor of Oklahoma, Kevin Stitt, started an advisory group to reopen their state. They appropriately chose the name of the “Bounce Back Advisory Group.” A few days later an opportunity to host an event in Pryor, Oklahoma arose, and the Bounce Back Nationals were born.

Mayes County BMX was constructed just under a year ago and sits inside MidAmerica Industrial Park, a 9000 acre facility making it one of the largest in the country. It’s home to over 80 companies including familiar brands such as Google, Dupont and Gatorade. You can read more about the Stem Program offered there in the March 2019 is-

sue of Pull Magazine.

Lets talk racing. A late spring heatwave bombarded the area with temps in the 90’s and humidity levels that most weren’t ready to contend with. Despite Mother Nature’s wrath the racing action was awesome.

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Pro Open kicked things off with a full gate of racers from coast to coast. The 2019 National #1 Amateur and rookie pro Riley House was in attendance as was the elder statesman of the AA Pro class, Jeff Upshaw. These two duked it out all three days with Jeff taking the lions share of laps, sealing victories on Friday and Saturday. Sunday was all House in the one lap takes all main event. AA Pro Jake Peebles and superfast A Pro Austin McKan also made appearances on the podium.

day. For those who are wondering about her nickname, it comes from her team manager George “the Mangler” Andrews who is one of the most decorated amateur racers in our sport’s history.

Did we mention that racers from 39 states traveled to Pryor to get a piece of the action? With that level of talent some great racing was bound to happen. The “Baby Mangler” Malia Alvarez dominated the 6 & Under Mixed Open and 6 Girls Expert classes, doubling each

Arizona’s Leighla Paguia hasn’t been on the national scene for very

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While at breakfast on Sunday we got word that “Lil JT” Jemma Tollefson hasn’t touched her bike in months. We certainly couldn’t tell, as the young Box superstar never lost a lap in the 8 Girls Expert class, which she just moved up to a few weeks ago.

RIGHT: True BMX’s Chelsea Wilson handled business in the 10 I class on days one and three. She’ll be racing Expert in no time!

RRC-Supercross’ 21-25 X Jason Kullman (NAG 7) was but a lap away from the perfect weekend in Pryor.

Austin Jung (GC 1) navigated his way through 16 of the 18 riders in the 14 Cruiser class on Saturday.

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long but trust us, she will be a factor.

She pulled off her first national wins ever in the 11-12 Girls Cruiser class on Friday and Saturday.

Speaking of big bikes, 56-60 cruiser was a battle between Scott Sloan and Ben Troia. These two traded elbows in every main event but in the end Troia took all three wins back to California.

Alpha’s 10-year-old super skilled

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young lady, Annalyse Solano almost secured a triple on day one but, BMX Sharks’ Sage Gazan spoiled the celebration. Sage is another up and coming rider that you’ll surely to be hearing more about soon.

The 14 year old expert showdown continued between Cedric Cade and Ronnie Kim. Cade got the best of the world champion this weekend taking two of the three wins to be

Danica Anderson has one goal for this season and that is to win both the Girl Cruiser and Girl Amateur titles. She’s well on her way to doing just that.

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had in Oklahoma. With the way rider count has been looking in this class, these two will definitely be in the hunt for the amateur title come Tulsa time.

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days without the assistance of John Schaffitzel, Dale and Cindy Riley, and all of the volunteers at Mayes County BMX. You all have sparked something that will hopefully continue to shine for many years to come.

Factory Powers’ Elijah Heaney (NAG 20) almost doubled on Saturday in 15 X and 15 Cruiser.

The “Warrior Princess” Maya Gadbois ruled the 7-8 Mixed Open class on Friday .

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Alpha National’s 11-12 Girl Cruiser Leighla Paguia (GC 1) took her first national win on day one.

Riley House (777) put in some hot laps with Veteran AA Jeffrey Upshaw (937) in the Pro Open class.

Ronnie Kim had his hands full with Cedric the Entertainer in 14 X. The Assassin put it all together on Sunday and won both class and open.

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DATA: TRIPLE X 2 + 1 DOUBLE

HAYDEN PASSANISI 10 Cru, 10x & 9-10 XOpen

TRIPLE X 1 + DOUBLE X 1 BRADY HAMER

7-8 Xopen, 8cru & 8x

DOMINGOS LAMMOGLIA 51+X & 51-55 Cru 11 Girls & 11-12 Mixed LOLA JONJEVIC ROBERT TAYLOR 41-45 Cru & 41-45X 13-14 Mixed & 14 Girls STELLA SUNSERI

DOUBLE (two wins on same day) DOUBLE X 3 (two wins per day, all 3 days)

ANNALYSE SOLANO DAMON FISHER DANICA ANDERSON MALIA ALVAREZ ROWDY HOLZER

10under GCru, 9-10 Mixed,10g 7under Cru & 7X 13 Girls & 13-14 GCru 6under Mixed & 6 Girls 11 Cru & 11x

DOUBLE x 2 (two wins per day, on 2 of 3 days)

CHRIS KENNEDY 46-50 Cru & 46-50X CHRISTINA GAYLER 31-40 Women & 36-40 Wcru CRUZ GALLEGOS 6under Xopen & 6X

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CHRISTOPHER PETERIE 21-25 Cru & 21-25X 46-50 Cru & 46-50X DREW MOTLEY EASTON JOHNSON 7-8 Xopen & 8X 36-40 Cru & 36-40X ERIC BACA ERIN JONES 17-20 Wcru & 21-30 W LACY BERNARDINO 11-12 Mixed & 12 Girls

RONNIE KIM 13-14 Xopen & 14X

Date: June 5-7, 2020 Location: Mayes County BMX City/State: Pryor, Ok States Represented: 39 King of Pro Open

Jeffrey Upshaw Team Winners: Bike Shop: Fri: BMX SHARKS Sat: JRBICYCLES.COM Sun: JRBICYCLES.COM Factory: Full Tilt-Radio Moto Counter: Fri: 171 Sat: 182

Sun: 169

Mayes County BMX was the perfect host for the return of the USA BMX national series.

Ethan Strain (14) and Parker Jones (20) battle in 14 I.

Factory Rift Tangent newcomer Amaree Vick was out front in 9 cruiser on day two but couldn’t hold the lead.

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Jacob Greenwell (NAG 4) grabbed two third place finishes in 8 X.

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“Lil’ JT” Jemma Tollefson couldn’t be stopped in the 8 Expert Girls class.

NAG 8 Cameron Wing took a pair of fourths in 16 X back to the Pickle Juice tents after the weekend was done.

If you’re not following Annalyse Solano (ROC 1) on social media you’re missing out on some serious skill development. She won six of the nine classes she entered.

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Floridian and BMX trainer extradinaire Domingos Lammoglia destroyed the 51 & Over X class.

14 Expert was stacked! San Diego’s Sean Jacob Delgado grabbed a fifth on Friday.

Rowdy Holzer put his Profile ride out front in every main event he was in.

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Gold Cup champ Dominic Cellitti took home two 51 & Over Inter wins back to Ohio.

Corbin Daucus cranks his way to a 6 Novice podium finish on Saturday.

Andrew Rassi (1) is so close to adding a third name to the 14 X winners circle.

Caveman Racing’s Arthur Anders flexing out front in 17-20 Inter.

The Cyborg Julian Basaj went two-for-three on the big bike.

Keeaira Sherrill takes it upstairs in 11 Expert Girls.

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“BIKES ARE THE NEW TOILET PAPER.” --Headline from the SOUTH FLORIDA SUN SENTINEL, talking about the new “bike shortage” after millions of locked-down citizens have purchased a bike to stay fit during the great pandemic.

HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE ...AND SOCIAL MEDIA.

“I am tough to impress and I believe you must earn it!”

--Elite-Vendetta’s Eric Dyer, talking about his strict criteria for picking factory riders.

“It helps you forget about all the craziness ...and adrenaline is so good for you.”

--BMX cult-hero Dave VonTesmar, after his first BMX race in over a decade.

“Bicycling is NOT cancelled.”

--USA Cycling, in a post right as the entire Country began shutting down.

“Print is like vinyl records. It will come back in style.”

--USA BMX’s ad-guy, Shannon Gillette, predicting a ‘Zine-filled future for hipsters.

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“Today I virtually graduated.”

“If it ain’t Chrome, leave it at home.”

--P-Nut Payton Ridenour, summing up the sign of the time for Seniors everywhere.

--Longtime Pro racer Tim Dinger, predicting the comeback of chrome bikes in the 20’s.

“BMX really takes a toll on work getting done around the house so I am making up for the last six years.”

“Can we move our tracks into Walmart? It appears to be a safe place for people to gather.”

--Aberdeen’s Kyle Oswald, being facetious.

--Photographer extraordinaire Jim Pennucci, with a long list of honey-do’s.

“Time to do some HOT laps ...no pun intended.”

--Bobby Motomag, commenting on the new Arizona national in June - the Desert Classic Nationals.

“Life is about living- and I’m ready to tackle that change!”

--Carrie Strange, summing up her Bounce Back Nationals experience.

“The ‘86 and ‘87 group was on point. The chemistry was there. We helped each other to become better racers and better people.”

--Texas BMX Hall of Famer Todd Slavik, vouching for the Factory Free Agent crew as one of the best BMX teams of all time.

“Red is a more aggressive color and brings out dominance.”

--ABA’s first No.1 Pro, Stompin’ Stu Thomsen, giving input on what uniform color is best.

“I am happy to see so many people riding bikes. I just wish they knew how to.”

--Grumpy Michael Gamstetter, getting cut-off by swerving cyclists on the local bike path.

“Basically, I design things out of dirt to protect nature - an interest I developed building dirt jumps when I was a kid.”

--Former No.1 Am, “Shovelhead” Marty Christman, describing his career path.

“As BMX tracks start to open again. Please continue the social distancing and stay at least 6 feet behind me.”

--The original Flyin’ Hawaiian, Jason Chang, wishful thinking.

“So after all this time off, do we all go back to Novice when racing begins again? Asking for a friend.”

--Jer Mel, thinking wishfully.

“Get outside and put your mind, body, and immune system to work... or stay inside and turn into a prune!”

--The Dr.Fauci of BMX, Berm Academy’s Jason Carne$, giving some solid advice to the World.

“Social distancing ...self isolation...just sounds like a sweet bike ride to me!”

--Wise outlook from UK BMX cult hero Clive Gosling.

“Oh how I miss a jump in the middle of a corner.”

--Billy Griggs, fondly remembering how it used to be.

“For those who plan to race me in the future; pig out on Twinkie’s.”

--Advice from MT-01 District Champ John Nevin.

“I was born with them.”

--Burlin Harris, giving Cole Frederick some pointers.

“World Champions can wear rainbow an extra year if Worlds gets canceled.”

--Headline from the latest UCI press release, who is also scrambling to find new dates and locations for their World Championships in various cycling disciplines.

--Marian U graduate Justin “The Juice” Richmond, revealing what he learned over the past four years while getting a Bachelors in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology.

“None of the races you do define who you are.”

--Christopher Blevins, in an interview with USA Cycling.com.

--Scorekeeper Jen Morrris, when asked how long she’s had long nails.

“If your butt is higher than your head...you’re in trouble.”

“Some take-aways that I learned from these four years of college is that you must find BALANCE — find people who support you and hold you accountable.”

“Best all around cyclist ever.

Nobody else has been on his level, in so many diverse disciplines.”

--BMX Hall of Famer Eric Carter, talking about the legendary John Tomac - father of Eli.

“If Nashville is still on, I think there is a better chance of Marshall back flipping the first table than winning the race.”

--The Major’s dad, Erick Gehrke, letting us know that Marshall has been spending more time on the launch ramp than the track lately.

“Bike sales through all U.S. retail channels grew 75% in April, to a total of about $1 billion for the month.”

--Bicycle Retailer Magazine, stating impressive numbers during the COVID lockdown.

“ I let passion cloud my business judgment!”

--Jason Carne$, explaining the sale of the Berm Academy big rig.

“Let’s just say I sprouted in the soil of the Midwest tracks as a teen.”

--Courtney Staton, describing her childhood upbringing.

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He could very well be the fastest nine year old in BMX right now. Let’s find out a little bit more about the modern day Missouri Outlaw - and his Factory Full Tilt machine - the 2020 RADIO, that he flies on.

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FULL TILT-RADIO’s

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Name: Eli Staton Age: 9

Hometurf: Belton, MO Home track(s): Blue Springs BMX and Raytown BMX

NAG Ranking: NAG 2 and NAT 12 in 2019. Currently sitting NAG 1 and NAT 3.

Rider Weight: 102lbs, wet.

Bike Weight: 14lbs with pedals Sponsors: Factory Full Tilt/ Radio BMX, Fly, JournalBMX, 2A Marketing and Engine Icc.

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PULL: You were off to a great start of the year, leading in NAG points and for some time, National points.

How has the Stay at Home orders affected your riding?

ELI: I’ve not been able to ride my BMX bike as much. I had ZERO track access. Instead I tried to ride my backyard dirt jumps as much as possible. My dad was taking me to ride mountain bikes a whole lot at Kessler in downtown Kansas City.

PULL: We see you’ve been pretty heavily involved in motorcycle motocross lately.

How does that play in to your BMX? ELI: Motocross definitely will help you be in shape to go longer. It’s not like sprints or anything, but I’m riding long motos and the bike is way heavier. It makes me stronger.

PULL: What are you more into right now - motocross or BMX? ELI: Still BMX. But motocross is the thing I’ve been able to do.

There are some tracks here that have had a lot of practices and races, while the BMX tracks weren’t open at all.

PULL: What are you most excited about with the return to the BMX season?

ELI: I’m excited to hang out with my friends and race them. I miss being around all of my Full Tilt teammates ...a lot.

PULL: What are your expectations for this year?

ELI: I want to finally get NAG-1. I have a really fast class so it’s not easy. I’m going to have to work hard and not get sick. Then I want to just get better on my bike each year.

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We knew there were some talented BMX artists out there, and the entries for our first-ever Drawing Contest did not disappoint! Besides congratulating and acknowledging the following winners in a variety of age groups and drawing styles and mediums, we’d also like to thank the hundreds of artists who entered. If you didn’t win this time - keep practicing getting sketchy, and try again next time!

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“Are you serious?! They wanted to keep us locked-down until Grands?!”

Sign of the times - the Elbow Bump.

Jeremy Thomson: Powers Bikes’ secret weapon. The dude is FAST.

FullTilt-Radio TM Jim Buchanan has vowed to win a few more silver Cups in 2020.

Does that name look familiar? It should. His dad AND grandfather are both in the BMX Hall of Fame.

“This is the face I make when I snap out of the gate.”

One glove, or two?

Ssquared’s Cyborg - Julian Basaj, puttin’ Milwaukee back on the map.

Texas legends Cody Smart and Chad Street, attempting to stay six feet apart.

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A random WildCat mini bike jumpoff took place in the RV parking after the Carolina Nationals #2.

On almost every National weekend, Ramone Vick is working behind the scenes - pressing buttons.

Marian college student Alex Antil is hot after his Business degree, so he can run the family golf course.

After using up all of your energy for that trophy, you deserve a ride to the car in style.

Remember the days when Open Jacket winners grouped together?

Those were the days!

USA BMX’s Steeyle Levine took time away from 10th Planet in Scottsdale to sweep turn three.

Gordy’s tall drink o’ water, Josh Shipp, throws a hang-loose to his fans.

Yeah Josh Shipp ... I’ll see your hang-loose and raise you a wink.

“I heard that if you flash a HangLoose, you’ll for sure make it into Pull magazine.” ...so it seems.

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The PorkChop family sure does love the color pink.

Hot summer weather means sales of Tangent umbrellas have gone thru the roof!

We’re still not sure if he’s sitting on that thing forwards or backwards?!

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Essentials for the Desert Classic straw hat, shades and a #USABMX mask.

Looks like somebody loves his 2020 Fly gear.

WARNING: Longterm use of Nintendo handhelds can make you short-sighted.

Family selfie-time with Team Skidmark - who took to the road during the quarantine.

Winner of the Best Impression of President Nixon contest.

Checking the back wheel for extra Velocity.

Doin’ a little Facetime betwen motos? Or a Zoom meeting with coach?

With the new AA-pro format for 2020, Nic Long has a legit shot at the National No.1 Pro title.

Black Mountain TO Debbie Kelly and her new assistant, Clayton John.

Essentials for the Bounce Backs straw hat, shades and a frosty Yeti filled with refreshing ice cold water.

They say all things must come Full Circle.

Looks like somebody doesn’t Fear the Mullet. But we do.

You know you’re pretty factory when your hair matches your Troy Lee uniform!

...but still not quite as super Factory as a dude with a legit purple mohawk.

The best way to attract friends this summer? Own a big umbrella.

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Alas, stop No.2 in the revised and revived 2020 National schedule brought us out of self-isolation and back to the home of the Winter Nationals Black Mountain BMX, in Phoenix, Arizona!

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was suffering from a severe case of cabin fever. I’m sure most of you can relate.

Shut indoors, shut-off from the world, and self-isolated, we all longed for the return to BMX racing. Like many of you, I had bingewatched nearly everything on Netflix and was starting to dig deep into the rabbit hole of Government conspiracy theories as the U.S. Air Force released footage of UFO’s. Working at home, I dreamt of the day that we could gather with our BMX friends and family again, to enjoy the speed and thrills of racing our bikes.

During this whole Corona virus crisis, riding bicycles had apparently became popular again - as

ABOVE: Rookie Pro and last year’s No.1 Amateur - Riley House, was loftin’ his Rift all weekend long, and carted home the Pro Open win on Friday night.

LEFT: Right now, J&R’s Stella Sunseri owns the pinkslip to the 14 Girls class.

She scored wins on all three days, which played a huge factor in J&R’s winning team sheets and their quest for yet another No.1 Bike Shop team title.

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Supercross’ Bella Hammonds leads some mighty quick 1516 girls out of turn one with Brooke Craft (Haro-DHR) and Breanna Winter (RiftTangent) in code-3 pursuit.

Whether he’s on a 20” or cruiser, J&R’s Hayden Passanisi wins.

essential bike shops were sold out of completes, repairs were thru the roof and neighborhoods were swarming with kids and adults experiencing the freedom of two wheels for the first time in decades.

After two months without a single national or local race, word finally came down that the BMX circuit was back ON! WHEW! ...just in time, as I was about to re-watch The Tiger King series for the 10th time.

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The restart (or .... reboot, if you will) of the 2020 National series was a good sign that things would be back to normal again. ...or, at least, semi-normal.

One week earlier, USA BMX had held their first National event in Pryor, Oklahoma - one of the few states in the entire country who would allow an event of that caliber to take place. ..

According to the Sports ETA, USA BMX was the first major,

open-to -the-public spectator sporting event to re-launch in the U.S..

“Few sports may be better positioned than BMX to return to events,” they wrote up in a June 12th article, informing all sport promoters and sanctioning bodies on how to run an event in this new era.

To run any National event during these times of a pandemic is like being a Circus lion, jumping through numerous flaming

hoops. And those hoops are always moving.

With the virus still out there, several precautions have been initiated to prevent any additional risks of the spread. For starters, motos aren’t being posted anymore - which eliminates large gatherings around the moto boards. Motos are now being posted online-only, at: motos. usabmx.com (as they have been for a few years now). It makes

me wonder, if motos will ever be posted again?

Registration methods have also changed, with pre-signing for a national being extended and encouraged more than ever.

Registration windows at the trailer would be open, but preregistering online ahead of time helped prevent long lines and the close gathering of people.

USA BMX has also been forced to look for new locations for their

Nationals, in the few States and cities that are open to having sporting events with large turnouts and spectators. With new rules and guidelines to follow, Arizona was a good option for re-hosting another big race - and Black Mountain BMX, who’d hosted the Winters back in February, was all up for doing it again. The BMX World let out a big sigh of relief when National No.2 of the ReBoot Series was announced.

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The biggest obstacle, however - wouldn’t be an infectious easilytransmittable virus.

Instead, it was the first week of June in the Arizona desert.

Temps were in the 100 to 110 degree range and could wind up being even more challenging than the rhythm section.

But don’t worry folks ...as we like to say, “It’s a dry heat.”

The Ams weren’t the only ones ready to get #BackonTrack after the long lockdown.

Phoenix saw a great turnout of Pros, including AA superstars like Nic Long (Hyper), Jake Peebles (Jet Racing), Corben Sharrah (Daylight) and TangentRift’s Corey Reid. New Rookie pro sensation Riley House was ready to take on the big guns, and everybody was left wondering - where the heck was Cam Wood?!

On Friday, it was Tangent’s Rookie - the reigning National No.1 Amateur from last year - Riley House, holding off Long and Peebles to score the big win.

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ReMix’er Andrew Rassi has really stepped up his game - much in thanks to the time spent doing BMX Supercamps.

Just like the steep road behind him, Rassi’s BMX status is going UP.

class for the first-ever Women Pro Open class. Remix’s Rachel Mydock, J&R’s new college graduate (from CMU) Mikaela Lixandru and 316’s Rookie from Tucson Daleny Vaughn would battle it out all weekend with eventual winner Ashley Verhagen (Full Tilt) scoring the win on Friday and Saturday. Vaughn gave her a good run for the win, but years of experience paid off for Verhagen.

Factory Alpha’s Annalyse Solano cookin’ it around Black Mountain!

AZ local Brian Simpson gets it done in 11inter.

ZZ-Top’s Chris Sutton and his Ssquared OS20 were flyin’ on his hometrack.

Pros Unite! Led by Nic Long, all of the pros had discussed the idea of having a flat-pedals-only race on Sunday. But they just couldn’t wait that long and a gentlemen’s agreement was made to run flats on Saturday. This left some of the pros scrambling last minute to Tangent Pro Shop to buy some pedals or Vans. It was interesting to see the variety of shoe/pedal combinations being used, and it did seem to make the racing more fun - with an occasional foot-off turn maneuver.

Right before Saturday’s flat-pedal main, Nic Long was overheard razzing Corben Sharrah, joking, “Corben! You going to a track meet after the races?”

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Box’s franchise player - Ronnie Kim, once again duked it out with Cedric Cade. * Figuratively, not physically.

Lane-8. It was great to see the Daylight Pro make an appearance on Saturday, and the current Pro points leader made his point and went home for Sunday. (Not to a track meet).

In that final, Corey Reid bongo’ed his head hard into the third turn, but eventually walked to the medic tent on his own despite not knowing where he was going. Reid would be pulled for the rest of the weekend with

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the concussion protocol. He’ll be back - this ain’t his first rodeo.

Hyper’s Nic Long was seen doing double-duty, as he had a special documentary film crew following him around all weekend. They are putting together a pilot for a proposed BMX show that’ll bring BMX Racing to the masses if picked up by a major network. If there’s any personality in BMX who would be entertaining to host a TV series, it’d

Chase Burian (#6) = 2 wins.

Box’s Jemma Tollefson = 1.

be Hyper’s main-man.

Soon after Phoenix, it was officially announced that the 2020 Pro series would change to a one-race takes all format; much like the Worlds or the Olympics. Sadly, Corben’s big points lead after three races would be cleared to zero, along with the rest of the pros. Now, Sharrah just needs to do exactly what he did last year in Tulsa (win it all) in order to become

Madera’s Mason Medley (Clayborn) podiumed in 10x.

Alpha’s Mac Likens was “Liken” the step-double into turn two.

our new No.1 Pro for 2020.

This leaves our four Amateur titles still up for grabs and it looks like it’ll be a crazy title chase for Boys, Girls, Cruiser and Ladies Cruiser.

Currently, the Amateur Boys chase is led by Full Tilt’s Sean Day, with Cedric Cade and Rowdy Holzer in hot pursuit. But let us warn you - keep an eye out for No.4 ranked Cole Freder-

ick. In Phoenix, whether it was a moto or main, the Full Tilt-Radio superstar was ON FIRE! For a 12x, the Kid looks more like a 15 or 16x, and he looks to be in a class all by himself.

By the first jump, Cole would have a one or two bike-length lead - every single time. Then, after pullin’ his comp around the rest of Black Mountain, he’d usually finished with an entire last-straight lead (keep in mind, Black Mountain’s last straight is

a pretty short one - but it sounds good, don’t it?).

There is little doubt that a National No.1 Amateur title is in the future of the Minnesota madman - whether it’s this asterik year or five years from now as a 17x. If Cole sticks with the sport ‘til his 20’s, I’ll be so bold as to predict a bright future as the sport’s No.1 Pro. And I’m sure there’ll be plenty of World Championships and rainbow jerseys between now and then.

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HIGH-TECH GIZZY-WHIZZER Anybody who walked down the first straightaway at Black Mountain might’ve noticed a stange looking device on a tripod, over by the medic tent. What IS that contraption?! We spoke to Mike the Main Medic, to get the scoop: Ooooh - it’s the Stankey one.

Redding’s Mason Stankey was haulin’ buns in 15x.

“It’s a Wet Bulb Globe Thermoteter. (WBGT).

This device measure air temperature, wind speed, humidity, and the sun’s radiant energy. It’s considered the gold standard for making participation limitations or restrictions out here on the track.

We are able to log and measure the WBGT temperature every 30 minutes to ensure the rider’s safety. This is the same device used by the NFL, College universities and other pro sports organizations.”

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One thing you can always count on - is that Ryder Lawrence will have the coolest Fox uniform.

If you want a safe bet for 2020, put your money on Cole Frederick for the No.1 Amateur title. Maybe then, FullTilt will get him a real numberplate.

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Most participants in Phoenix were expecting some hot weather. They had no warning of this Hurricane! Hannah Leakey is quickly becoming the Queen of Triples.

Frederick already has the build, strength and skill of a Connor Fields and all of the work he does with Burlin at SuperCamp clinics, is molding him to become a modern-day Bubba Harris. Mark my words and get back to me in six years.

On Saturday, it looked as if the Full Tilter and his Radio bike would again beat ‘em like a rented mule. Cole had an easy five or six bike length lead in the main and was blasting down the

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third straight, when suddenly, all by his lonesome, he took a hard digger. Just blew-up, all by himself. If it wasn’t so hard of a crash, he might’ve been able to get back up and still win, but he splatted on the hardpacked Black Mountain track pretty good, and that handed the lead and eventual win to Fast Frankie Stubbs. J&R’s Ryder Santos was hot on the Gordy rider’s tail, and suddenly it was a race!

To say that Stubbs was stoked

on his 12x win would be an under-statement!

We ran into Cole on Sunday and asked him what happened in that main. He blamed it all on the wind, which was blowin’ pretty strong during the mains.

“I just caught a big gust, and it blew me away,” he explained.

On Sunday, the wind-factor was at an all-time low by the time 12x lined up in the gate, and Cole wasn’t about to make the same mistake twice.

Word in the Box pits was that Jemma Tollefson didn’t touch her bike once during lockdown. That explains why she only won one main.

Another dominator all weekend long was J&R’s former No.1 Cruiser kid Hayden Passanisi.

It’d be a safe bet that he didn’t lose a single race all three days.

Whether it was in X-Open, cruiser or class, “Passin’-ain’t-Easy” scored the victories and a rare triple-triple!

Passanisi wasn’t the only one to go unbeaten all three days. Black Mountain’s very own Hannah Leakey in 12girls - aka “The Hur-

ricane,” used her local speed and skills to triple it up for three days straight. But before you say it was just her local advantage - jump a few pages ahead to Rock Hill, where she’d repeat the process the following weekend!

Triple-A Fire’s Danica Anderson likely would’ve done the same, if she had opted to race Mixed Open (but then she’d have to take on Stella Sunseri, which would be a great match-up!). Instead, she

stuck with her usual winning ways in 13 Girls and cruiser. The BMX prodigy child continues to amaze us with her jumping skills, whether she’s doubling-it-up over the triples with a quick lil’ cross up or manualing thru the rhythm at Pro speeds, there really is no other girl who can ride like Danica.

A few other impressive girls on our “to watch” list are Kira Boustead, who seems to have come

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out of nowhere to become the new 15-16 Girls dominator. Even on a cruiser, bumped up an age class, Kira whupped up on the 17-20 ladies.

Alpha’s Annalyse Solano, Hyper’s Maddie Baird and J&R’s Stella Sunseri also racked up

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their fair share of doubles - getting a big boost toward the NAG No.1 points lead and plate.

The Ronnie Kim -vs- Cedric Cade Show continued in Arizona and it was one you did not want to miss! Showtimes were daily,

in the 14x motos, semi’s and mains. By the end of the weekend, the final tally wound up: Cedric: 2. Ronnie: 1.

On Friday, The Entertainer was said to have moved over hard on Ronnie in the main, or that Ronnie just got the worst start of his

As expected, two-time National No.1 Girl Cruiser ace, Danica Anderson, doubled each day.

life, but either way - the outcome was a huge 3-bike length lead by Cade as he entered the first turn.

He was gettin’ up and GONE on Friday - as Ronnie found himself stuck in third place, behind ReMix’s Andrew Rassi, and was forced to play catch-up. ...some-

thing that Kim is not used to doing.

Cedric the Entertainer scored the win again on Saturday, snappin’ hard on the entire 14x class from lane eight, as if he were Corben Sharrah. You could tell that Cedric’s confidence meter was

revvin’ at an all-time high, and that Ronnie was struggling to get his head back in the game. It’s always a tough one when a rider as dominant over the past sixplus years, finally starts getting some competition, and is finally forced to battle from behind.

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Washington’s Kai Altendorf creates his own Autonomous Zone in 15x.

But if you know Ronnie Kim, rest assured that it won’t be that way for very long. The dude has a reserve-pack of determination.

In Sunday’s 14x semi, Ronnie and Cedric were again lined up in the gate - for yet another awesome showdown. It is a semi, so you only need to take top-4 ... but Cedric, in his constant quest to get into Ronnie’s head, carved a bit hard into turn one and slid out while in second place. Maybe Ced was trying to live up to the Grindle-theory: “Show him a wheel, seal the deal.”

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nie saw, was sliding out on the inside. With Ced out of the main, Sunday’s 14x final was all Ronnie Kim’s, to win or lose. ...and you get only one guess at which one it’d be.

Tangent-Rift’s Nick Adams was already sporting the stars ‘n bars sleeve on his left arm - after winning the USAC Junior Men championship in Houston. Too bad there won’t be any more UCI races on the schedule for this year. Still, Adams still has a fast reputation to live up to and he didn’t disappoint this weekend. Nick took his Rift to two wins on two days in the ultra-

rough and tumble 17-20x class.

Younger kids to older gents were all enjoying getting in some National-caliber racing this weekend. Among the fastest tiny tykes on little bikes was 8 experts Brady “HammerTime” Hamer and J&R’s Easton Johnson. Both of these hombres hail from Texas - Easton from El Paso and Brady from Midlothian.

Both of these eight year olds took a daily-double back home to Texas.

Redman’s Wyatt Williams was also rippin’ it up in 7x, along with 6x Grayson Novak - from Las Vegas. We see a LOT of talent

When not on camera filming for a possible BMX TV series, Hyper’s Nic Long found the time to crash in Friday’s Pro Open main and then won it on Sunday.

coming from these lil’ dudes!

If I had to name one rider who came out of nowhere to make a name for himself this weekend, it’d have to be Factory ReMix’s flyin’ 15x Mason Stankey. The racer from Redding, California left his mark on by doublin’ down on two days - winning 15x and 15-16 X-Open twice. Considering he was up against the likes of Angel Montoya, Blake Powell and John Robbins III, he’ll be a name to remember.

With Black Mountain BMX being in business for 40-plus years now, they have their share of super-fast, long time BMXers.

Among those older rippers who call Black Mountain their home are Eric Baca (Alpha), Jason Silva (Gordy’s) and Ken Heximer (Fall Risk Racing). All three of these old farts nabbed a handful of wins. The bearded Baca and Silva even double-doubled for their troubles.

Most impressive in the 13x ranks was Hyper’s Parker Respass, who’d came out to Phoenix all the way from Virginia - and wasn’t about to go home with out a win or two ...or three.

If you’re talking about one of the toughest classes in BMX

throughout history, you’d immediately think of the, “I just got my Driver’s License” class - 16x.

Right now, there is no solid dominator in there and any kid who makes the main could very well win it. This weekend in the smoldering hot Arizona desert, two wins went to Full Tilt’s Brody Cole and the other was won by Answer’s “Birdman” - Brandon Crain. Also in the mix all weekend was Hyper’s Drew Polk, with his NAG No.1 plate, stickin’ on the podium and keepin’ them honest. Supercross’ new pickup, Mikkell Devore, LDC’s Cesar Flores, Hyper’s Tyler Knight are PULL Magazine

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Very few racers can say they’ve raced in every decade - 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 00’s and 20-tees. But Dave Archibald can.

all capable of the win, as well - but it was not to be this weekend.

After three days in the desert, and national moto-count ranging from 160 to 180, racing was wrapped up a little after 12 on Sunday, leaving everybody refreshed and ready for a nice drive home - already reminiscing about what a great time it was getting #BackonTrack. Due to the nature of these times, the number of campers and motorhomes in the back lot were bigger than normal, and for those who flew to Phoenix, were treated to a nearly deserted Sky Harbor airport.

In 12 cruiser, Ryder Lawrence scored two wins out of three tries.

Not too shabby!

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USA BMX’s Chris Luna wrapped it up nicely - “The weather was warm, but it was nice to have an event here in Phoenix with no worries about rain ...which also meant Mike Tradup wasn’t grouchy. Ha ha. Hats off to Debbie Kelley and the entire Black Mountain crew for getting things done in such a short amount

Ryker Godaire (GC#3) is a Chandler local, but that doesn’t mean he can’t rip it up on Black Mountain.

He was in the 12 cruiser mix all weekend.

of time to make this event happen. The track was probably the best that I’ve seen it. Mikey and Beaudie and everyone at Black Mountain help make this track surface smooth as glass.”

Maddie DeSantis goes bar-tobar with Lexie Alejandre.

Speakin’ of Beaudie, who’d put in plenty of overtime preppin’ the track for the Desert Classic, wound up with two 16 cruiser wins for the weekend. But best of all, he was able to get on the work-release program with Tangent and hit the road with T.J. and the boys as they attempted to set a new land-speed record for Rock Hill, South Carolina ... which was the next stop on the 2020 Reboot Tour.

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Veolcity-raptor John Robbins (the 3rd) leads Daylight’eer Dallas Gardner in a 15 cruiser moto.

DATA: TRIPLES X 3

(3 same-day Wins, all 3 days)

HAYDEN PASSANISI 10 Cru, 10X & 9-10 Xopen DOUBLES X 3

(2 same-day Wins, all 3 days)

DANICA ANDERSON 13 Girls & 13-14 Gcru DOUBLES X 2

DOUBLE

(2 same-day Wins)

BRADY HAMER

7-8 Open & 8X

GRAYSON NOVAK

6under Xopen & 6X

EASTON JOHNSON KEN HEXIMER

7-8 Xopen & 8X

46-50 Cru & 46-5X

NICHOLAS ADAMS

17-20X & 17-20 Xopen

ANNALYSE SOLANO 10under Gcru & 10 Girls

ERIC BACA

36-40 Cru & 36-40X

ROWDY HOLZER

11 Cru & 11X

JASON SILVA

41-45 Cru & 41-45X

KIRA BOUSTEAD

15-16 Girls & 17-20 Wcru

SHANE HARLOW

21-25 Cru & 21-25X

MASON STANKEY

15X & 15-16 Xopen

(2 same-day Wins, on 2 days)

MADDIE BAIRD

STELLA SUNSERI

10 Girls & 9-10 Mixed

PRO OPEN WINNERS

6under Mixed & 6 Girls

Friday Pro Open:

RILEY HOUSE

13-14 Mixed & 14 Girls

Sunday Pro Open:

NIC LONG

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Saturday Pro Open:

CORBEN SHARRAH

Fri & Sat Pro Women: ASHLEY VERHAGEN

Date: June 12-14, 2020 Location: Black Mountain BMX City/State: Phoenix, AZ States Represented: 28 Country Count: USA Only

Team Winners: Bike Shop: Fri: J&R Bicycles.com Sat: J&R Bicycles.com Sun: J&R Bicycles.com Factory: Fri: Full Tilt-Radio Sat: Full Tilt-Radio Sun: Factory HYPER

Moto Counter: continued Fri: 159 on page Sat: 95 181

Sun: 158

You know you’re old school when you can pull a Terry Tenette-like power wheelie out of turn one: Peak Performance / BioLab’s Will Bissell, doin’ Mr.T proud.

Shark’s Devin Gosnell (NAG#6), Ryder Lawrence (W#3), Aedan Wells (#10) and Kaleb McCain (NAG#10) go to war in 12 cruiser.

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When you live in Alaska, you know you have it made when you’re sponsored by Reeds Snowmachine & Marine. Kristy Miller has been racing since she was three, and her family has been involved in the sport for years - once being track operator of Far North BMX years ago. When not doing BMX, the 8th grader plays volleyball and alto sax in her school’s jazz band.

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BMX has been a father/daughter deal for Rachelle, who, by the time you read this, has just graduated from Texas A&M- Kingsville, with a Mechanical Engineering degree.

“My dad races BMX and we have been going to races together for a long time now. I am really excited about attending my first Gold Cup this year,” she says.

Although “The Madman” hails from Apple Valley, CA., his favorite track of all-time is Music City BMX in Nashville. Racing for the BMX Sharks, he worked really hard last year and earned District #1 in both class and cruiser. The 4.0 GPA student is also quarterback for his school flag football team as well as a member of his school book club, called Clue Me In.

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DRAKE VELADOR

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Doin’ it for Factory Profile, Central Cal’s Drake Velador had a breakthrough season in 2019 - not only winnin’ and grinnin’ at his local track of Manzanita Park, but often hitting up Santa Clara PAL, Lemoore and Hanford BMX. In all, Velador hit 109 races and won 50% of the time.

After dropping out of BMX in 2003, Travis returned to racing last year in a big way. Racing at Yucaipa BMX against tough comp like the Broguiere brothers and John Ayles, this BMX dad is always up for the challenge. I’ve always been on a bike.

So it’s natural that I would race and teach my kids to race also. So much fun. “I have my two boys who race 6 novice and 9 intermediate, and my wife is our No.1 fan and cheers us on, says Hill. “BMX is the best and most fun sport there is!”

IVAN VALADEZ 26-35 inter

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“I’m not here to show off a No.1 plate, given to me by technicalities,” states platoon sergeant Ivan the Terrible, who is stationed at Fort Myer, VA. “I’d like to take this opportunity to tell my guys in the United States Army Drill Team how proud I am of all their hard work. They are the true winners of last year. Check ‘em out at @armydrillteam. I would also like to thank Team GT Racer’s Edge for giving me the opportunity to ride with them. You guys are awesome!”

HUNTER KAUER

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“Making my main at the ROC and Grands in 2019 was my biggest accomplishment to date,” says Tampa local Mr.Jones. Sponsored by West Coast Racing, Nathan is a Junior at Sun Lake High School in Land O’ Lakes, FL. and boasts that calculus is his strong point this year. His best BMX advice is: “Work on your cardio. A great gate is fine but the last straight wins races.”

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KAI LEBLANC

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Kai is one of four in his family to race BMX, and his favorite track is Orlando BMX. Racing for PowerFX, when he’s not on the BMX track, Kai likes to ride ramps and try to dial in new tricks.

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Having raced now for five years, Hunter is part of the new generation of racers who began BMX on a Strider bike. He’s been hooked ever since, scoring Gold Cup No.3 plates and now a District No.1. When not doing BMX with his family, he takes on other sports like basketball, baseball, football and dirtbike racing - or outdoor stuff like camping, hunting and fishing. When your name is Hunter, you’ve got to live up to it.

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HANNAH GISH

“I love it when I have to race the boys,” admits Hannah, “Even though I’m a girl. It’s fun to have some good competition.” Her favorite track is Houston’s new Rockstar Energy Park, “because it is so smooth.” Racing along with her 10x brother Hayden, the Steel Wheels Indoor locals love everything there is about USA BMX Racing.

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Hailing from Heartland BMX in Kansas, this fast 15x currently has no sponsor. “But I’m looking,” he hints.

At the Cajun Nats in 2018, Camden got his first national win and podiumed in all classes, all weekend long. His entire family (except mom) races and his parents run their local track. “I like to ride trails on my mountain bike,” and he recommends, “ride your bike as much as you can. And when you are on the track, always try something new and get out of your comfort zone.”

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You just read about Kansas’ Camden - now meet his younger sister Ellie. An 8th grade at Washburn Rural Middle School, she holds a 4.0 GPA and excels in math, PE, and yearbook. “I occasionally play volleyball,” says Ellie, “and I like to ride my mountain bike and run with my dad.” Her best advice for other BMXers would be to have a good mindset and attitude while riding.

You can always learn from whatever you do.”

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KAYLYN MILLER 13-14gc Known as “Awesomesauce,” Rival Racing Kaylyn is a two-time District Champ from 2019. Although she loves BMX now, it wasn’t that way at first. “I didn’t really like it at the beginning, because I was scared, but that didn’t last long.” For her, BMX is a family affair - with two of her three brothers still racing.

For school, she attends Classical Conversations, which is a combination of homeschool and a community school. Her favorite subject is Chemistry and the least favorite is Latin.

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Hailing from Cape Cod BMX and doin’ it for C-Yaa Racing, Escher lists Danica Bailey as his toughest local comp. So far, the Gold Cup Finals last year at Shoreham BMX has been his favorite race, and Escher tells us that he enjoys racing at Bethel BMX in Connecticut.

“I live on my bike!” he says. “C-yaa!”

The Hurricane’s local track is Manitoba’s Destination-X BMX, where he not only earned District No.1 plate on both bikes - but is one of the few Intermediates to become District Champ in 2019. He’s also done well on the Gold Cup circuit (earning a yellow GC#3 plate) and previously podiumed at the Sooner Nationals in Tulsa (with some second place scores).

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DREW ENGLER

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2019 was a memorable year for the Salisbury family. Their local track, Rock City BMX, hosted the Great Lakes Nationals and Abbey took her first national win. The 10th grader at CSHS is already taking college classes with GRCC, and depending on the day her favorite class is either Algebra II or American Lit. “I also do competitive cheer,” the Bombshell tells us. “I’ve been on varsity for this year and we went to state finals both years and placed 5th and 7th.”

BMX is a full-on family affair for Noah and the Salisbury clan. Mom is track operator at Rock City BMX, with dad being the Assistant at both the outdoor and indoor, and he’s been racing alongside his sister Abbey, for the past 10 years. Racing for Factory Remix, his best yearend finish was becoming NAG No.2 (on cruiser) in 2018. Most recently, Noah graduated high school (virtually) and has already signed on to attend Marian University. His best advice? “Never, ever, give up.”

In 2019, Drew won his class at the Mid-America Nationals, on his home track - in the rain, and with a photo-finish. Having raced for eight years, he’s had his ups and downs, but advises, “don’t give up.

Especially if you aren’t getting the results you want, just keep going.

You have to want to be better and do the work to make it happen.”

It’s that positive attitude that has brought him success in BMX, including this MO-01 District No.1 plate.

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“The biggest highlights of my career was winning a pre race and National race at my home track, Spokes BMX, Mid America 2017. I also swept the Gold Cup finals in DeSoto, TX to win a Gold Cup #1 in 2016.

I have been the Girl and Girl Cruiser #1 at Spokes BMX for four seasons.

My biggest competitor I have had is Casen Myers. She helps push me to get faster. All of my success is due to my Uncle, Blaize Thompson. He helps coach me and I have watched him race as long as I can remember.

PIPPA SWEET

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“I have won a few Nationals. My best finish is NAG 10 (2018). I earned GC #1, five times , State #1 six times, District #1, five times. My favorite track is Tri-City BMX. Best Competition is the amazing Kylee Niederberger. I discovered BMX when I saw a flyer on a bulletin board at an ice cream stand. I love to help the new, younger riders.

“Just try your best and always show good sportsmanship. You will make lifelong friends and have fun!”

KEIRA AMARIS

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“One of my favorite tracks to race at is Rock Hill but I also love my home track Shoreham. Two of my best competitors are Kylee Niederberger and Riley Pennucci. I discovered BMX through my cousins and my brother.

I don’t do any other sports but I love to paint and travel with friends and family.

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Best race was at Upstate BMX’s state qualifier where I finished first.

My favorite track is Lake Shore BMX. “My family loves to watch me race. I had open heart surgery when I was five days old and that has made me stronger than steel. I also have a 12 year old sister, Hannah, that races.”

JOSH LOUDERMILK 16cru I was 4 when I started racing because my older brother races. I’ve had some national wins on cruiser and some top finishes in class.

There are too many tracks I like but my favorite was Cottage Grove. I play music (guitar, bass, and a little drums) and sing a bit. You have to practice riding tracks. Get as much track time as you can!

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“I loved racing the state series and taking first in the state finals! My favorite track I’ve ever raced is Black Mountain BMX because I do really well with the long tracks. My hardest competition when racing my age group has been a boy named Chance Hertel. My mom finally have in, to my nagging request to join BMX two years ago. I asked every day when we would drive by our local track lol.

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RICK JOHNSON 46-50cru CADEN WILSON

11x

Caden discovered BMX when a friend mentioned it. With no hesitation, Caden dove right into a race that first night on the track. Caden would live at the track given the option and never missed a chance to race anyone anywhere. This is his third year as District #1 and he brought home a cruiser #2 this year for the district as well. Caden is also a wrestler, a snow boarder, and races motocross.

If you love it, ride and have fun.

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NIC BLACK

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Last year, in his quest for a No.1 District plate, LoneStar BMX’s Nik Black hit 79 local races, and of all those, tallied up a total of 32 wins with just as many second-place finishes.

I got my first taste of BMX at Top of Texas BMX in Wichita Falls, TX in the mid-late 80’s. I rediscovered BMX when the new Wee-Chi-Tah BMX track was built here in late 2013. I have been the track operator at Wee-Chi-Tah BMX since 2016. I have two boys that race BMX with me. Colton is 8 Intermediate, and Ryder is a 5 Novice. I am not currently enrolled in school I do enjoy riding my mountain bike, but my biggest “hobby” is working on the BMX track, track operator life. I would like to encourage the other dads to get out there and have some fun! Work hard, and achieve your goals.

RIDER’s READY? Due to a lightning-delay in Rock Hill, Friday’s racing was extended into the magic hour - every photographer’s dream scenario. Penooch’ captured this amazing Pro Open silhouette right before the gate dropped for the main.

Photo by: James Pennucci

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Alpha’s Blaise Pereira and Clayborn’s Foster Henderson were flyin’ in 15x, but had to deal with Answer’s P.J. O’Brien and Haro’s Peter Choat.

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Ro c k H i l l. T h o s e t w o w o r d s a l o n e c o n j u r e u p t h o u g h t s o f Wo r l d C h a m p i o n s h i p r a c i n g, a f i r s t- c l a s s B M X f a c i l i t y a n d s u p e r- d u p e r, e x c i t i n g r a c i n g.

Ro c k H i l l s i m p l y R U L E S .

very BMXer who has been here before wants to return. And many participants this weekend, some who were here for the very first time, got a taste of what makes this so great. Not just this track, but the entire city of Rock Hill, South Carolina, is such a cool community that loves all things cycling.

There’s no doubt that the City of Rock Hill loves BMX. Which is why USA BMX was able to make this the third “reboot” National after the global-pandemic shut everything down. This weekend in particular, they were hosting this BMX National, along with softball and flag football tournaments, all happening at once - as a hopeful return to full-on normalcy.

That’s not to say the usual precautions weren’t in place - social distancing and mask-wearing were still encouraged, and the new widely-distanced staging area was in full effect. The large span of bleachers on both sides of the track gave everybody plenty of room to space out from eachother, and the pit area on the green grassy fields were jampacked and spread out widely.

Friday kicked off with 212 motos, making it the largest turnout since the return to racing. Saturday wound up with 221 motos and Sunday wrapped up with 206.

THE RIVALRY ...CONTINUES! If there were only one class to pay attention to in the sport right now, it’d have to be 14x. For the past year, we’ve seen the hotly-contested rivalry between Box’s franchise amateur - Ronnie Kim, and the BMX Shark on the prowl, Cedric “The Entertainer” Cade. Almost a year ago to the date, in Bakersfield, Ced was biting at the heels of Ronnie, who has been the Ruler Supreme of this age class since age 7. With multiple World Championships and even more NAG No.1 plates, Kim is, and always will be, the one to beat.

It’s been nearly one year since Ronnie’s longstanding win-streak was stopped in Las Vegas, and Cedric has been workin’ hard at beating Ronnie flat-out ...and more frequently. Just a week prior to the Carolina’s, they’d divided up the wins in Phoenix with Cedric = 2, Ronnie = 1. On Sunday in Arizona, Cedric had watched 14x from the sidelines after crashin’ out in the semi. In Rock Hill, he wasn’t about let that happen again. Ever.

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Two-time No.1 Amateur and 1988 No.1 Pro Mike King is in charge of the Rock Hill BMX program; as an employee of the City of Rock Hill. King still rides and races on a daily basis - only now it on 29” or 700c wheels.

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ROCK HILL BMX Rock Hill BMX is one of seven big “Olympic” hill tracks in the U.S., and was made with the sole intention of hosting the 2017 UCI BMX World Champs., and has also hosted plenty of USA BMX’s Carolina Nationals and even a few UCI Super-

cross events.

For this particular weekend - sadly, half of the track (three Pro straightaways and the big hill) went unused, due to forced changes in the 2020 Pro Series. ...although, there were a couple of rebel-runners in practice who couldn’t resist going right out

of the first turn and hitting the berm jump.

Due to the Covid craziness, the pump track was also closed for the weekend.

The Amateur portion of Rock Hill that was used, was in its usual

prime condition, with the City of Rock Hill tuning it up and repairing any divits each night following the racing.

This facility is nothing short of firstclass!

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Some of the fastest 12 Intermediates in the National congregated in South Carolina to determine who is currently the King of 12 Inter. Would it be (GC#1) Henry Borowski? Or maybe Georgia’s Antonio Murray (#120)? Or perhaps Floridian Lane Sistrunk (#56) or Jersey boy Evan Boyle (#60)? In the end, Justin Avila (#13) scored two of the three wins, giving up the victory one day to Powers’ Borowski.

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three 3-Day Nationals in a row streak - and both had come to Rock Hill to let the rivalry continue. Only this time, the tables turned, as Ronnie found himself in the very unusual spot of 5th-in-the-semi on Friday. In an ultrarare moment, Ronnie was the one watching the main from the sidelines something he hasn’t done for quite some time.

Cedric, who is being trained by Ronnie’s former trainer - Richie Anderson - along with taking tips from Tuni and Makieva Hopson, has perfected his starts consistently, compared to Ronnie - who suddenly seems to be struggling with getting a killer snap. Not only that, but Cade’s second and third cranks are becoming more powerful, thanks in part to his unique form of trampoline training. It also appears that Cedric is now in Ronnie’s

head, and Kim needs to get back in that “unbeatable mindset” that he’s had for the past seven or eight years. For the first time in his BMX career, the Box factory superstar is experiencing the “slump” that all great athletes get into, from time to time. For both Saturday & Sunday, Cedric beat Ronnie - flat out, fair ‘n square.

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Cade into the No.2 spot of National Amateur points.

the track.

A GOOD DAY With 37 riders in 13x, two or three wins in this class could bump a guy into the No.1 Amateur point standings. And Full Tilt’s Sean Day - the National No.2 rider from last year, was poised to do just that.

The announcers and his Full Tilt teammates call Sean “Suave” (or sometimes, “Rico Suave” if they’re in the mood)... which, if you look up in the dictionary, means that he’s about as smooth as butter when he’s out on

The River Valley BMX local from Washington proved his smoothness all weekend, winning each day with hefty leads; often three, five or ten bike lengths ahead of second place. The coolest thing about Day is that he’s not out doing sprints

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every day or going to the gym. If you ask him, he’ll tell you “I just ride.”

But if you ask us, or his competition - he does more than just ride.

He rides fast. REAL fast.

TWENTY SIX PRO SALUTE The Carolina’s brought out the

Aside from the Ronnie -vs- Cedric action happening in 14x, here are four fast dudes who are always fighting it out for a podium spot: (NAG#8) Cole Issacs, Hayden Boyd (NAG#18), Yess’ Alejandro Che and Mudslinger’s Ethan Popovich (NAG#7).

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big guns this weekend. When you’ve got a facility as cool as Rock Hill, it brings ‘em out in droves. With 26 Pros signed up, fans and spectators were treated to some incredible racing. With a good mix of AA-pros and single A’s and even two or three Women Pros, it was evident that everybody was ready to get #backontrack after months of shutdown and isolation.

From first-glance during practice, Corsa’s Jeremy Smith was looking super impressive and was thought by most to be the man to beat. But never count out those ultra-fast South American Elite pros - like Brazil’s Anderson Souza or Brayan Querales and Jholman Sivira. American AApros

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Kamren Larsen (Supercross) and Cole Tesar (NoLogo), along with Smith, had the hard task of defending American soil from a foreign invasion. Adding to the international flavor was Aussie Josh McClean and original South African import Tyler Klumper.

In the end, it was the Brazilian waxin’ the competition, two of the

three days. Smith, who bailed hard in Friday night’s main event, lived up to the name of the frame he rides (StayStrong) and finally found his groove to score Sunday’s Pro Open win.

Now that the big Pro series is done until Grands - and the Olympics are put off ‘til 2021, it’ll be real interesting to see which AA’s come out to race Pro Open. (Or better yet, just

New Supercross superstar Cameron Bramer has big shoes to fill, replacing the 17-20x position that was held last year by No.1 Amateur Riley House ... and it seems the shoes fit well.

Bramer went home to South Park with two 1720 cruiser wins and one win in class.

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how many of them will race throughout the extremely-limited National schedule we have?) One thing you can bet on is that those who clock-in some track time on these weekends, in Pro Open, will have a sweet advantage by the time November and Grands rolls around. #RacersRace, right?

Even the women Pros! Without enough glas to make a class, DK’s Carly Kane and Black Widow’s Caitlyn Farmer decided that they’d see how they could hang against the men, rather than going home empty-handed.

LEFT: Clayborn-Answer’s Aiden Guidry hauls it in 10x.

BOTTOM LEFT: Conceptual racer Jonny Goodwin was lookin’ sharp in 26-35x.

CENTER: Full Tilt’s Dylan Wood is struggling in 16x.

FAR RIGHT: BMX Shark Cedric Cade ruled 14x.

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THE NEW QUEEN OF TRIPLES After scoring two triples (and a double) in Phoenix, Fall Risk Racing’s Hannah Leakey came to Rock Hill to keep her Triple-wins streak alive. And in Danica Andersonfashion, she did just that - winning

11-12 Mixed, 12 girls cruiser and 12g all three days. By Sunday, “The Hurricane” had 12 straight wins, with plans on attending the next National in Indiana. (Spoiler Alert: She did keep the streak alive!)

Other fast females to make note of were Danica Appenzeller in 9girls, Leeaira Sherrill-Hill in 11g, and “Skittles” MacKenzie Gayheart in 17-20w.

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find in class. For some odd reason, they roll better on 24’s. Such as 13 cruiser, where Hyper’s Parker Respass dominated all three days, thankful that Sean Day doesn’t own a cruiser.

In 7 & under cruiser, it was owned by Ohio’s Alex Ingham. In the older-dude categories, Dennis Ybarra held on to first all three days in 61-plus, while everybody’s favorite roller-rinker Scott “Old Skool” Sloan killed it in 56-60 cruiser. In fact, if you check out the current cruiser standings, Sloan has now moved into the Top-10 of National standings!

THE 2020 REBOOT SERIES Everybody who attended the 2020

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ABOVE: With 33 riders in 17-20x, there were some big points available for Alpha’s Brayden Kempel, Preston Evans and Hyper’s (ROC#1) Alex Antil.

FAR RIGHT: Full Tilt’s “Skittles” three wins in 17-20 women gave her a good bump in the National No.1 title chase.

Carolina Nationals was pumped - not only to ride and race at such an incredible facility, but just to be able to be at a National event. During these times of a global pandemic, the BMX world has been left in limbo - not knowing where or when the next big event will be. Thus, we are all grateful to the City of Rock Hill and all of the city official who helped make sure that the rescheduled Carolina Nationals happened. These days, there is a LOT more going on behind the scenes to make these events happen!

DATA: Triples X 3 HANNAH LEAKEY 11-12 Gcru, 11-12 Mixed

& 12G Doubles X 3 CHAD STREET 41-45 Cru & 41-45X DOMINGOS LAMMOGLIA 51+X & 51-55 Cru 9X & 9-10 Xopen ELI STATON MALIA ALVAREZ 6under Mixed & 6 G Doubles x 2 DEVIN MURPHY 21-30 Wcru & 21-30 W KYLEE NIEDERBERGER 13G & 13-14 Gcru 31-40 W & 36-40 Wcru LISA WEBB SAGE GAZAN 10 G & 9-10 Mixed

Doubles CAMERON BRAMER 17-20 Cru & 17-20X CHLOE KAPPEN 15-16 Gcru & 15-16G 46-50 Cru & 46-50X JEREMY THOMPSON KATIE PIOTTI 31-35 Wcru & 31-40W 7 Inter & 7-8 Mixed MASON GRAY MATTEO PIGO 11X & 11-12 Xopen 15 Cru & 15X PATRICK O’BRIEN ROWDY HOLZER 11 Cru & 11X RYDER LAWRENCE 12 Cru & 12X 13X & 13-14 Xopen SEAN DAY STELLA SUNSERI 13-14 Mixed & 14G 11 Cru & 11X TOMMY BRUNEY

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TOP RIGHT: In 21-30 women cruiser, Erin Jones (NAG#1) went elbow-to-elbow with Family Pride’s Devin Murphy (#8).

FAR RIGHT: Mudslinger’s Ethan Popovich and his Americanmade Standard, getting things done in 14x.

BOTTOM RIGHT: J&R’s dynamic duo in the girls classes Alexis Alden (NAG#1) and Stella Sunseri (NAG#8) went 1-2 in 13-14 Mixed Open.

FAR RIGHT BOTTOM: Vote for Pedro! Ecuador’s Pedro Benalcazar (#394) made quite a name for himself, winning 16x two out of three tries

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FAR LEFT: Blake Powell (NAG#17 had Velocity in 15 cruiser, scoring a second place.

CENTER: Florida’s AnswerSsquard team broke out new uniforms in Rock Hill, and Tyle r Rooney (#48) made ‘em look good in 21-25x.

TOP RIGHT: Ssquared’s Parker Tramposch and his California gearing take to the skies in 11x.

CENTER RIGHT: Powers’ Cogan Martin-Kersey gets a wheel on Alpha dog Ace Laack (NAG#5).

BOTTOM RIGHT: Hyper’s Isabella Nelson was in the mix all weekend in 14 girls.

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FAR LEFT: Rock Hill locals Chris Felker (Tangent-Rift ) and Mason Hayes (Mongoose) put on a great show in 11x.

BOTTOM LEFT: All Tow-Yess’ Renato Silva (NAG#1 ) owned the pink slip to 46-50 expert.

TOP CENTER: Box’s Liberty Dalton (#4) tries to grab the lead in 13-14 Mixed Open, but Miranda Lanuto (GC 1) has other ideas.

CENTER: Spin City’s Manuela Rolden tries to hold off Chloe Kappen in the last turn, in 15-16 girls.

BOTTOM CENTER: Answer pro Ronan Webber and Powerlite’s Bobby Dellert air things out in a Pro Open qualifier.

BELOW: Gil Sanchez (#28) gets some grip from his gumwall Vee tires in 51-over Intermediate.

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BALANCE BIKES At the more than 300-plus BMX tracks all across North America, balance bike riders from two to five years-old have been racing their hearts out.

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During the months of April and May, we ran a “Family Track Modeling Contest”. Locally, tracks voted on their “top track” to compete head to head against other winning designs from around the country.

USA BMX members, USA BMX staff, track operators and partners from within the cycling industry cast their votes using a scale of 1 to 5, based on the criteria outlined at the beginning of the contest. All judges were asked to vote on the tracks that followed the guidelines rather than which tracks they liked best.

When the dust settled, here were the podium results. Congratulations to our winners!

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Ian Beilfuss, Kelly Beilfuss, Mark Beilfuss, Dawn Belifuss, Nathan Jones and Keegan Ford

odeling contest Tied - 2nd Place Winner MagRidge BMX Blaze Trigg

Member’s Choice Rum River BMX

Tied - 2nd Place Winner Brighton BMX Matthew Page

3rd Place Winner Mayes County BMX Storey Family

Colby Family

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family track modeling contest honorable mentions

pedal, coast, and balance Challenge

contest winners

Longest Ride winner: Parker Patow

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Tag 3 Friends Winner: Caden Pennington

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FRIENDSHIPS AND FUN TIMES If you were to name one group of BMXers who know how to race hard yet still have a fun time - you might be surprised to discover that it’s the Ladies of BMX - not the Pros. In Rock Hill, a number of women racers gathered at the track long after everybody had gone back to their hotels, their bikes equipped with baskets, to get in a sunset photoshoot with James Pennucci. Some of the local camper kids busted out their mini-ramp in the parking lot and the ladies couldn’t resist hitting it for Jim’s camera. Thanks to BMX, there is a lifetime of friendship formed between all racers, but we suspect that the women racers know how to have a bit more fun once the racing has stopped.

Photos by: Pennucci

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FIVESEVENFIVEBMX Deming, New Mexico. Where in New Mexico? As you’re zipping down the 10 freeway from Arizona to Texas you pass thru Luna County and the City of Deming which is located in the Southwestern part of New Mexico, 33 miles North of the Mexico border. That is most likely the first note on record with USA BMX as we tried to describe the perfect spot to compliment BMX in the El Paso and Las Cruces area.

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of Deming – it is not. In the 1990’s there was Crossroads BMX track where track operator James Baca raced at the age of 14. Twenty-one years’ prior to James reopening the track, local bike shop owner Bill Beach teamed with the Deming Optimist Club to open Deming Crossroads BMX Park located at Poplar Street and Grand Avenue on Deming’s west side.

USA BMX first met James in Arizona for his track operator training and instantly knew the enthusiasm

would fit perfectly as a track operator. That first weekend of training had AJ Segarra sitting by his side and USA BMX knew this was the perfect package for opening the third track in the state. It’s refreshing to know that all three tracks share the passion for BMX in New Mexico.

James Baca, and a handful of parents and volunteers, made a difference in the revitalization of BMX racing in Deming, NM. The once abandoned track has seen

the resurgence from a new generation of riders and renewed interest in the sport. With the help from City of Deming officials, local business and families, Deming BMX riders were able to open the 575 BMX track where the former Crossroads BMX track once flourished.

Next time you’re running the I-10

freeway between Texas and Arizona and looking for BMX, stop into 575 BMX. We know that James and crew had a mission for the revival of BMX racing in Deming and while that has been accomplished we know there is a huge program in the future for BMX in Southern New Mexico and can’t wait to watch it grow! USA BMX would like to

thank James, Todd Fisher and AJ Segarra as well as the rest of the 575 BMX families for their help.

575 BMX would like to thank the city of Deming, County of Luna and all the local businesses that believed in the program and provided outstanding financial and material support.

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USA BMX is pleased to announce that they’ve awarded $52,300 in Bob Warnicke Scholarships to deserving students and their families. Funds are raised annually through the Warnicke Scholarship Race series which assists students and their families in meeting the costs of undergraduate college education, trade school, and other educational avenues they would like to pursue. Awards ranged from $500 to $3,000. USA BMX and BMX Canada members who have a current membership or Track Operators/Officials who participate in BMX racing are eligible to apply.

Since 2013, more than $408,800 has been awarded.

“During this Covid-19 pandemic, it makes USA BMX even more proud of our tracks and incredibly appreciative of our private donors who make this possible to continue this great tradition of assisting in future education,” said USA BMX president B.A. Anderson.

The USA BMX Foundation has created an endowment for the Bob Warnicke Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Each year money raised through the Warnicke Scholarship races is placed into the endowment. Donations to the 501(c)3 are always appreciated and are utilized for the scholarship fund. For more information on a Bob Warnicke Scholarship Race near you, visit usabmx.com.

for 52 well-deser ving college students.

KANE WISNEWSKI

JONATHAN HOAG HOMETOWN: Bismarck, ND COLLEGE: North Dakota State University DEGREE: Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000 HOMETOWN: Bixby, OK COLLEGE: Southeastern Oklahoma State University DEGREE: Business Administration AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,500

RAMONE VICK

JENNA JEFFERS HOMETOWN: Zimmerman, MN COLLEGE: Lindenwood University

DEGREE: Elementary Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Queen Creek, AZ COLLEGE: Arizona State University DEGREE: Mechanical Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

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EMILY MUNDAHL

MARIANAGIGLIUTO HOMETOWN: Clintondale, NY COLLEGE: Marian University DEGREE: Biology/Pre-Med AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

HOMETOWN: Bismarck, ND COLLEGE: University of Mary DEGREE: Doctorate of Physical Therapy AMOUNT RECEIVED: $3,000

TYLER WHITFIELD

MEAGAN PRITCHARD HOMETOWN: Waynesboro, VA COLLEGE: Mary Baldwin/Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences DEGREE: Doctorate of Physical Therapy AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,000 HOMETOWN: Rockford, IL COLLEGE: Indiana University School of Dentistry DEGREE: Doctor of Dental Surgery AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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ALEX TOUGAS

JESUS FAUSTO HOMETOWN: Tucson, AZ COLLEGE: Pima Community College DEGREE: Business AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

HOMETOWN: Pitt Meadows, BC COLLEGE: Douglas College DEGREE: Sports Science AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,200

JEREMY POPE

LYDIA CLARKIN

HOMETOWN: Garibaldi Highlands, BC COLLEGE: Vancouver Community College DEGREE: Culinary Arts AMOUNT RECEIVED: $300

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HOMETOWN: Coventry, RI COLLEGE: University of Rhode Island

DEGREE: Kinesiology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,500

TAYLOR EDWARDS

DANIELLE LANOUETTE HOMETOWN: Owego, NY COLLEGE: SUNY Cortland DEGREE: Criminology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,500

HOMETOWN: Lake Worth, FL COLLEGE: Palm Beach State College DEGREE: EMS AS Degree AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

DAWN ROBINS

AIDAN NASCA HOMETOWN: Saint Johns, FL COLLEGE: St. Johns River State College DEGREE: Radiologic Technology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Eden, NY COLLEGE: University of Buffalo DEGREE: Finance AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

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SOFIA LOY

ZEPHIN MANN

HOMETOWN: Waddell, AZ COLLEGE: University of Arizona DEGREE: Bio-Chemistry AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Evans, GA COLLEGE: Augusta University DEGREE: Kinesiology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

JACE SCHAFFITZEL

JONAS YOKELSON HOMETOWN: Mount Airy, MD COLLEGE: Colorado Mesa University DEGREE: Environmental Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,500

HOMETOWN: Claremore, OK COLLEGE: RSU DEGREE: Business Administration, B.S. AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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MEGAN DUDGEON

ASHLEY TURNER

HOMETOWN: Wisconsin Rapids, WI COLLEGE: Lindenwood University DEGREE: International Relations AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

CHEYENNE NOUD

HOMETOWN: Fort White, FL COLLEGE: Santa Fe College DEGREE: Respiratory Therapist AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

COLE FITZGIBBON

HOMETOWN: Ridge, NY COLLEGE: Long Island University DEGREE: Clinical Mental Health Counseling AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Madison, WI COLLEGE: Madison College DEGREE: Diesel Technician AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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BRITNEY HOVENCAMP

ASHTON KROON

HOMETOWN: San Antonio, TX COLLEGE: Fort Lewis College DEGREE: Sports Management AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

TAYLOR HUNT

NOAH SALISBURY HOMETOWN: Welland, Ontario COLLEGE: University of Waterloo DEGREE: Kinesiology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

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HOMETOWN: Amhersview, Ontario COLLEGE: Sheridan College DEGREE: Athletic Therapy AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Pierson, MI COLLEGE: Lindsey Wilson College DEGREE: Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,000

SIMON MALLORY HOMETOWN: Ottawa, Ontario COLLEGE: Carleton University DEGREE: Civil Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

DYLAN MAIRS

STEVIE TOMPKINS HOMETOWN: Mankato, MN COLLEGE: Minnesota State University, Mankato DEGREE: Environmental Science, Bachelors AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HANNAH HUVARD HOMETOWN: Arvada, CO COLLEGE: University of Colorado, Denver DEGREE: PhD, Science Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Vernon, BC COLLEGE: Okanagan College DEGREE: Network/ Telecommunications Engineering Technology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $300

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HALIE ENGLER

IAN BEILFUSS HOMETOWN: Lutz, FL COLLEGE: University of South Florida DEGREE: Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Blue Springs, MO COLLEGE: Northwest Missouri State University DEGREE: Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,000

CALVIN BOENDER

GRACE PETERSON HOMETOWN: Reliance, WY COLLEGE: University of Wyoming

DEGREE: Physiology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,000

HOMETOWN: St. John, IN COLLEGE: Purdue University DEGREE: Mechanical Engineering Technology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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OLIVIA ARMSTRONG

JOSEPH LETO HOMETOWN: Myakka, FL COLLEGE: Lindenwood University DEGREE: Paramedicine AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Bend, OR COLLEGE: Marian University DEGREE: Finance/Management AMOUNT RECEIVED: $2,500

MATTHEW MAY

DARIAN TOUREENE HOMETOWN: Fort Collins, CO COLLEGE: Fort Lewis College DEGREE: Elementary Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Honolulu, HI COLLEGE: University of Hawaii Hilo DEGREE: Environmental Science AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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CHANDLER WRIGHT

ANISSA MAY HOMETOWN: Rock Springs, WY COLLEGE: Western Wyoming Community College DEGREE: Associate of Science AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Honolulu, HI COLLEGE: University of Hawaii, Hilo DEGREE: Biology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

CARLY JACOBS HOMETOWN: Mt. Juliet, TN COLLEGE: Belmont University DEGREE: Biology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

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LANDON HOOVER HOMETOWN: Fort Branch, IN COLLEGE: Lindsey Wilson College DEGREE: Psychophysiology AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

JUSTIN LEDOUX

COLIN DOMNICK HOMETOWN: Wallkill, NY COLLEGE: Marian University DEGREE: Health, Physical and Special Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,500

HOMETOWN: Dalton, PA COLLEGE: Wilkes University DEGREE: Mechanical Engineering AMOUNT RECEIVED: $3,000

NICOLE GLOWATY

NICHOLAS TREJO

HOMETOWN: Tarpon Springs, FL COLLEGE: Marian University DEGREE: Exercise Science AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

HOMETOWN: Lancaster, CA COLLEGE: Fort Lewis University DEGREE: Computer Science AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

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DANIEL MAY

KATIE DELGADO HOMETOWN: Honolulu, HI COLLEGE: Thomas College DEGREE: Business Management AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

HOMETOWN: Greene, NY COLLEGE: Utica College DEGREE: Therapeutic Recreation AMOUNT RECEIVED: $500

DEEMER DECKER

ANTHONY FEINSTEIN HOMETOWN: Windsor, NY COLLEGE: SUNY Broome DEGREE: Communications AMOUNT RECEIVED: $750

HOMETOWN: Egg Harbor Township, NJ COLLEGE: Marian University DEGREE: Health and Physical Education AMOUNT RECEIVED: $1,000

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NOTE: This track directory is as of July 2020 - and subject to change. Always call your track or check their website and/or USABMX.com before going to the track.

ALABAMA ALABAMA Dothan-AL 01 Circle City BMX Travis Roettgen 334-793-0189 circlecitybmxracing.com PELHAM-AL 01 Oak Mountain BMX Jay Gortney 205-617-8071 oakmountainbmx.com PRATTVILLE-AL 01 Fountain City BMX Chris Mitchell 334-300-4328 fountaincitybmx.com

ALASKA FAIRBANKS-AK 01 Far North BMX Paulette Buth 907-455-7148 farnorthbmx.com

ARIZONA BULLHEAD CITY-AZ 02 Colorado River BMX Turnell Henry 702-219-5660 usabmx.com/tracks/1672 CHANDLER-AZ 01 Chandler BMX Rinny Dyar 480-963-1053 chandlerbmxracing.com GOODYEAR-AZ 05 Goodyear BMX Raceway Paul Moore 623-670-6279 Goodyearbmx.com KINGMAN-AZ 02 High Desert 66 BMX 415-583-7661 highdesertbmx@gmail.com LAKE HAVASU CITY-AZ 02 Lake Havasu City BMX Chino Solano 928-412-2094 golakehavasu.com/bmx PHOENIX-AZ 04 Black Mountain BMX Debbie Kelley 602-999-5979 blackmountainbmx.com TUCSON-AZ 03 Sports Park BMX Julie & Kirk Vaughn 520-631-4256 usabmx.com/tracks/1959 TUCSON-AZ 03 Tucson BMX Andy Erickson 520-808-0641 usabmx.com/tracks/1676

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HANFORD- CA 05 Hanford BMX Derek Weisser 559-816-7954 usabmx.com/tracks/1590

SAN DIEGO-CA 02 San Diego BMX Tyler Brown 949-973-0949 kearnybmx.com

DENVER-CO 02 Mile High BMX Kevin Nielsen 303-906-7149 usabmx.com/tracks/1947

ARKANSAS

HESPERIA- CA 01 Hesperia BMX Dan Dalton 760-678-5792 usabmx.com/tracks/1960

SANTA BARBARA-CA 07 Elings Park BMX Raceway Micah Babcock 805-722-2034 usabmx.com/tracks/1790

DURANGO-CO 03 Durango BMX Jordan Rupe 970-749-7969 durangobmx.com

LAKESIDE-CA 02 Cactus Park BMX Vincent McCurdy 619-561-3824 cactusparkbmx.com

SANTA CLARA-CA 08 Santa Clara P.A.L. BMX Joey Bixler 408-203-4609 www.santaclarapal.org/bmx

EAGLE-CO 01 Eagle County BMX Jay Lucas 970-390-6601 usabmx.com/tracks/1798

LANCASTER-CA 17 Antelope Valley BMX Eddie Trejo 661-317-5188 antelopevalleybmx.com

SANTA MARIA-CA 28 Santa Maria BMX Jeff Tillema 805-550-0449 usabmx.com/tracks/1895

FOUNTAIN-CO 03 Cross Creek BMX Damian Gomez III (719) 799-0568 usabmx.com/tracks/1822

LEMOORE- CA10 Lemoore BMX Raceway Derek Weisser 559-816-7954 frameworkracing.org

SIMI VALLEY-CA 07 Sycamore BMX Anthony Nigro 805-583-BMX7 sycamorebmx.org

FT. COLLINS-CO 02 Twin Silo BMX Crystal Toureene (970) 619-9732 epicbmxfc.com

LUCERNE VALLEY-CA 01 X Roads BMX Mike Metzger 760-813-5393 usabmx.com/tracks/1918

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE-CA 18 South Lake Tahoe BMX Duane Trevethan 775-399-3888 tahoebmx.com

GRAND JUNCTION CO 01 Grand Valley BMX Nick Adams 970-812-3394 grandvalleybmx.com

MANTECA-CA 10 Spreckels Park BMX Jon Anderson 209-603-1670 usabmx.com/tracks/1770

UKIAH-CA 15 Rusty Bowl BMX Jeremy Rassi 707-462-0249 usabmx.com/tracks/0897

LITTLETON-CO 02 County Line BMX Jeremy Kopischke (303) 435-8238 ssprd.org/county-line-bmx

NAPA-CA 04 North Bay BMX Donny Robinson 707-256-0269 usabmx.com/tracks/1721

WHITTIER-CA 13 Whittier Narrows BMX Roland Leal 626-692-6055 whittiernarrowsbmx.com

NATURITA-CO 03 Montrose West BMX Jay & Dana Saxton 970-864-2190 usabmx.com/tracks/1987

PERRIS-CA 24 Grand Prix BMX at SoCalFair Mike Redman 951-334-7396 usabmx.com/tracks/1946

YUCAIPA-CA 23 Yucaipa BMX Tim Hansen 951-818-9777 yucaipabmx.com

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS-C0 01 Steamboat Springs BMX Gina Grether 970-871-9500 usabmx.com/tracks/1855

PRUNEDALE-CA 08 Manzanita Park BMX Dennis Sanchez 831-663-1269 usabmx.com/tracks/1853

YUCCA VALLEY-CA 23 Yucca Valley BMX Keri Dillman 909-744-7256 usabmx.com/tracks/1318

REEDLEY-CA 08 Air Time BMX Paul Huebert 559-859-0949 airtimebmx.moonfruit.com

COLORADO

CABOT-AR 01 Cabot BMX COMPLEX Joe Douglas 501-239-3026 Cabotbmx.com LOWELL-AR 02 Mudtown BMX Mike Gonzales 479-841-8116 usabmx.com/tracks/1761 N. LITTLE ROCK-AR 01 Bonzai BMX Gary Rogers 501-410-0253 usabmx.com/tracks/1264

CALIFORNIA APPLE VALLEY-CA 01 Apple Valley BMX Moto Park Melissa Hammonds 760-953-6361 usabmx.com/tracks/1373 BAKERSFIELD-CA 06 Metro BMX Eric Simpson 661-900-3210 racemetrobmx.com BELLFLOWER-CA 22 Bellflower BMX Tammy Estep 562-716-0487 Bellflowerbmx.com Camarillo-CA 07 Freedom Park BMX Raceway Richard Huvard 805-824-7854 freedomparkbmx.com CHICO-CA 12 Silver Dollar BMX Marty Law 530-864-0607 silverdollarbmx.org CHULA VISTA -CA 02 Chula Vista BMX Tyler Brown 949-973-0949 chulabmx.com EL CENTRO-CA 23 Imperial Valley BMX Tommy Valencia 760-370-0565 usabmx.com/tracks/1368 EUREKA-CA 15 Redwood Empire BMX Carl Kester 707-845-0094 redwoodempirebmx.com FRESNO- CA 10 Woodward Park BMX Ryan Garcia 559-621-6714 fresno.gov/actionsports

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REDDING-SHASTA LAKE CITY-CA 18 Boomtown BMX Guy Walfoort 530-339-1494 usabmx.com/tracks/0987 RIO LINDA-CA 11 Elkhorn BMX Tammy & Brian Ford 916-991-2931 usabmx.com/tracks/1473 ROSEVILLE-CA 11 Oak Creek BMX Amanda Lowry 916-784-8269 oakcreekbmx.org

CARBONDALE-CO 01 Crown Mountain BMX Park Jared McDermott 802-342-2396 crownbmx.com

CONNECTICUT BETHEL-CT 01 Bethel Supercross BMX Don Olson 203-744-7962 bethelbmx.com MERIDEN-CT 01 Falcon BMX Joe Therriault 860-833-4155 falconbmx.org

COLORADO SPRINGS-CO 03 Pikes Peak BMX Bubba Hayes 719-447-7013 pikespeakbmx.org

TORRINGTON-CT 01 Foothills BMX Jason Lyman 860-999-4313 foothillsbmx.com

CORTEZ-CO 03 Cortez BMX Stacey Baxter 970-570-9157 cortezbmx.org

TRUMBULL-CT 01 T.R.A.C.K BMX Chris Gombos 203-257-4988 trumbullbmx.com

DACONO-CO 02 Dacono BMX Noel Steuart usabmx.com/tracks/1638

DELAWARE MILFORD-DE 01 First State BMX Caitlin Jason 850-481-5188 firststatebmx.com

FLORIDA CAPE CORAL-FL 03 Cape Coral BMX Nick Jones 239-458-1943 usabmx.com/tracks/1871 DAYTONA-FL 02 Daytona BMX Bill Henry 386-690-4055 usabmx.com/tracks/1966 HIGH SPRINGS-FL 05 High Springs BMX John Pringle 352-474-8105 hsbmx.com JACKSONVILLE-FL 05 Jacksonville BMX Chad Grace 904-386-1750 jacksonvillebmx.com MIAMI-FL 04 Miami South BMX Ben Haddix 305-258-9442 miamisouthbmx.com NAPLES-FL 03 Naples BMX Alex Tranchand 239-860-8772 naplesbmxinc@gmail.com OLDSMAR-FL 01 Oldsmar BMX Raceway Jason Conklin 813-749-1260 myoldsmar.com ORLANDO-FL 02 ORL BMX Bryan Isaacson 407-297-3589 orlbmx.com PUNTA GORDA-FL 03 Charlotte BMX Sean Lehew 941-205-8752 charlottebmx.net RIVERVIEW-FL 01 Triple Creek BMX Kurt Laing 813-305-0070 triplecreekbmx.com Saint Augustine-FL 05 First Coast BMX Saint Augustine Anthony Sargent 386-916-5011 firstcoastbmx.com SARASOTA-FL 03 Sarasota BMX Jon Doty 941-960-1578 sarasotabmx.com

ST. CLOUD-FL 02 St. Cloud BMX Jim Szasz 407-891-0930 usabmx.com/tracks/1874

IDAHO FALLS-ID 02 Snake River BMX Tyrell Thorngren 208-497-7849 usabmx.com/tracks/1076

HOBART-IN 01 Steel Wheels Indoor Jackie Altizer 219-406-9833 steelwheelsbmx.com

TAMPA-FL 01 Tampa BMX Brian Bigelow 813-265-1269 tampabmx.com

MOUNTAIN HOME-ID 01 Rocky Top BMX Jeff Swenson 208-297-9852 usabmx.com/tracks/1276

INDIANAPOLIS-IN 02 Indy Cycloplex BMX Dean Peterson 317-995-6654 indycycloplex.com

WEST PALM BEACH-FL 04 Okeeheelee BMX Tommy Cross 561-642-6774 okeeheeleebmx.com

ILLINOIS

PORTAGE-IN 01 Imagination Glen BMX Jackie Altizer 219-406-9833 steelwheelsbmx.com

GEORGIA

BRIGHTON-IL 03 Brighton BMX Waide Neal 618-372-RACE usabmx.com/tracks/1614

WARSAW-IN 01 Hire Park BMX Dan Rumple 574-268-7433 hireparkbmx.com

ALBANY-GA 01 Chehaw BMX Malinda Lynn 229-603-3638 usabmx.com/tracks/1912

EAST MOLINE-IL 01 East Moline BMX Speedway Paul Depauw 309-792-9407 usabmx.com/tracks/1921

AUGUSTA-GA 01 Blanchard Woods BMX Joy Mann 208-420-4824 blanchardwoodsbmx.com

ELGIN-IL 02 The Hill BMX Jackie Altizer 224-281-2287 usabmx.com/tracks/1178

CEDAR RAPIDS-IA 01 Cedar Rapids BMX Bryan Franklin 319-551-2026 usabmx.com/tracks/1363

MARIETTA-GA 01 Noonday BMX Margie Hatfield 678-614-9702 cobbcountybmx.com

FARMER CITY-IL 03 Farmer City BMX Rene Dunnam 217-778-7293 farmercitybmx.com

DES MOINES-IA 01 80/35 BMX Martin Parks 515-777-6824 usabmx.com/tracks/1778

MCDONOUGH-GA 01 Sandy Ridge BMX Reed Langford 404-390-9556 sandyridgebmx.org

KANKAKEE-IL 02 K3 Extreme BMX Ron Bourassa 815-693-4876 k3bmx.com

KANSAS

PEACHTREE CITY-GA 01 Peachtree BMX Anthony Robinson 678-770-1750 ptcbmx.com

PEORIA-IL 03 Detweiller BMX Hans Schmidgall 309-369-6996 usabmx.com/tracks/1928

POWDER SPRINGS-GA 01 Cobb County BMX Margie Hatfield 678-614-9702 cobbcountybmx.com

ROCKFORD-IL 01 Rockford BMX Jake & Candy Karau 815-964-8657 rockfordbmx.com

HAWAII

ROCK ISLAND-IL 01 Rock Island Indoor BMX Paul DePauw 309-792-9407 usabmx.com/tracks/1936

HONOLULU-HI 03 Sandbox BMX Kris Moniz 808-478-7085 islandbmx.org

IDAHO CALDWELL-ID 01 Caldwell BMX Raceway Bobby Schwyhart 208-550-5464 usabmx.com/tracks/1224 CALDWELL-ID 01 Idaho Indoor BMX Andy Seal 208-863-4890 usabmx.com/tracks/1811 COEUR D’ALENE-ID 01 Cherry Hill BMX Terrence Northington 208-660-7547 usabmx.com/tracks/1273 EAGLE ID 01 Eagle Park BMX Matt Britain 208-573-1322 usabmx.com/tracks/1811

SPRINGFIELD-IL 03 Springfield BMX Club Jeremy & Eve Barlow 217-931-2680 usabmx.com/tracks/1849 WAUKEGAN-IL 02 Waukegan BMX Bryan Gonion (847) 484-7052 waukeganbmx.com

INDIANA COLUMBUS-IN 02 Columbus BMX Kris Lasure 812-371-5897 columbusbmx.com EVANSVILLE-IN 02 Burdette Park BMX Andrew Damin 812-480-4321 burdetteparkbmx.com FT. WAYNE-IN 01 Fort Wayne BMX Barney Goodwin 260-222-7384 ftwaynebmx.com

IOWA

MARYLAND CHAPTICO-MD 01 Southern Maryland BMX Gregory Wheeler 240-925-3825 somdbmx.com CUMBERLAND-MD 01 Riverside BMX Jospeh Faidley 240-362-6280 riversidebmx.org HAGERSTOWN-MD 01 Hagerstown BMX Lori Swain 301-573-4204 hagerstownbmx.com

DETROIT LAKES-MN 04 DL 412 BMX Philip Krabbe 218-841-7026 usabmx.com/tracks/1464

ST. PETERS-MO 02 St. Peters BMX Mike & Laurie Demmin 636-294-6060 usabmx.com/tracks/1229

MASSACHUSETTS

FARIBAULT-MN 02 Faribault BMX Chad Seitzer 507-317-0535 usabmx.com/tracks/1437

MONTANA

BILLERICA-MA 02 Billerica BMX Shawn Havers 978-793-9448 usabmx.com/tracks/1625 FORESTDALE-MA 02 Cape Cod BMX Tammy Gibbs 508-326-2472 capecodbmx.com

WESTFIELD-MA 01 Whip City BMX Al Pighetti 413-562-6651 whipcitybmx.com

WICHITA-KS 02 Emery Park BMX Gail Edwards (316) 706-1798 emeryparkbmx.com/

MICHIGAN DAVISON-MI 01 Richfield Park BMX Dennis Ybarra 810-653-2632 richfieldparkbmx.com

LOUISVILLE-KY 01 Derby City BMX Josh Saucier 502-689-8599 usabmx.com/tracks/1879

GOODELLS-MI 01 CanAm BMX Daniel Erdmann 810-310-1491 canambmx.com

LOUISIANA

GRAND RAPIDS-MI 01 Rock City BMX Tracy Salisbury 616-696-3368 rockcitybmx.com

SHREVEPORT-LA 01 Cargill Park BMX Craton Cochran 318-347-4098 usabmx.com/tracks/0156 MONROE-LA 01 Twin City BMX Jason Storm 318-376-2105 usabmx.com/tracks/1962

KANSAS CITY-MO 01 Raytown BMX Harley Kennedy 913-749-8071 raytownbmx.org

SEVERN-MD 01 Chesapeake BMX Charles Ellis 410-969-5177 chesapeakebmx.com

TOPEKA-KS 01 Heartland BMX Michael & Emily Brent (785) 817-8205 heartlandbmx.org

LAFAYETTE-LA 01 Cajun BMX Park Todd Young (936) 900-6406 usabmx.com/tracks/1995

MINNESOTA

BLUE SPRINGS-MO 01 Blue Springs BMX Ben Harves 816-598-4303 bluespringsbmx.com

SPRINGFIELD-MO 03 Spokes BMX Raceway David Ferrel 417-689-6974 usabmx.com/tracks/1195

WAKEFIELD-MA 01 Wakefield BMX Roger Gould 978-806-1844 usabmx.com/tracks/1922

GRETNA-LA 01 Gretna BMX Raceway Clark Dufrene Jr. 504-371-5197 usabmx.com/tracks/1740

WATERFORD-MI 01 Waterford Oaks BMX Mike Boyd 248-858-0915 waterfordoaksbmx.com

MISSOURI

BRAINERD-MN 04 Lakes Area BMX Justin Barnhart 218-821-4269 lakesareabmx.com

PARK CITY-KS 02 Park City BMX Jamie Johnson (316) 670-6893 parkcitybmx.com

KENTUCKY

TRAVERSE CITY-MI 01 Grand Traverse County BMX Richard Cebula 231-357-0489 usabmx.com/tracks/1873

GREENVILLE-MI 01 Rock City Indoor BMX Tracy Salisbury 616-696-3368 rockcityindoorbmx.com LANSING-MI 01 Capitol City Family BMX Steve Dyer 517-610-6607 usabmx.com/tracks/1537 MARQUETTE-MI 07 Marquette BMX Doug Pennala 906-360-2446 marquettebmx.com

FERGUS FALLS-MN 05 I-94 BMX Mike Tossett 218-205-8494 usabmx.com/tracks/1302 GLENCOE-MN 06 Buffalo Creek BMX Steve Barton 320-248-9654 buffalocreekbmx.com ISANTI-MN 01 Rum River BMX Josh Robinson / Alissa Chartrand info@rumriverbmx.com rumriverbmx.com MANKATO-MN 02 Mankato Area BMX Paul Welckle 507-720-7006 usabmx.com/tracks/0512 NEW ULM-MN 02 River Valley BMX Ron Schoo 507-227-8321 usabmx.com/tracks/1337 SPICER-MN 06 Green Lake BMX Gene Lubbers 320-403-2473 greenlakebmx.com ST. CLOUD-MN 06 Pineview Park BMX Mark Post 320-230-7820 pineviewparkbmx.com ST. MICHAEL-MN 06 St. MA (Michaels) BMX Chris Etnier 763-645-0220 stmabmx.com

MISSISSIPPI RIDGELAND-MS 01 Mag-Ridge BMX Shane Adams 601-572-7716 magnoliaridgebmx.com

BOZEMAN-MT 01 Gallatin Valley BMX Kristin Burian (406) 600-7588 usabmx.com/tracks/1030 GREAT FALLS-MT 01 Electric City BMX Brett Korst 406-217-7827 usabmx.com/tracks/1119

NEBRASKA KEARNEY-NE 01 Tri-City BMX Josh Osterhoudt 308-870-5179 www.tricitybmx.net/ LINCOLN-NE 01 Star City BMX Josh Larson 402-570-5734 starcitybmx.com OMAHA-NE 01 Omaha BMX Todd Kay 516-435-3746 omahabmx.com

NEVADA BOULDER CITY-NV 01 Boulder BMX, Inc. Tay Wilborn 702-420-3411 usabmx.com/tracks/1781 CARSON CITY-NV 02 Carson City BMX Mary Leaming 775-246-3660 usabmx.com/tracks/1240 ELY-NV 02 White Pine BMX Chet Gardner (775) 293-3747 whitepinebmx.com FERNLEY-NV 02 Fernley BMX Gabe Leija 530-321-5621 fernleybmx.com HENDERSON-NV 01 Whitney Mesa BMX Mac Hopson 702-445-5203 usabmx.com/tracks/1982

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LAS VEGAS-NV 01 Ed Fountain Park BMX Raceway Dawn Baber 702-682-3854 www.efpbmx.org LAS VEGAS-NV 01 Nellis BMX John Diaz 702-523-4800 usabmx.com/tracks/1929 RENO-NV 02 Reno Battleborn BMX Terry Daly 775-379-7373 usabmx.com/tracks/1355

NEW MEXICO ALBUQUERQUE-NM 01 Duke City BMX Justin Hawkinson (505) 250-2264 dukecitybmx.org DEMING-NM 01 Five Seven Five BMX James Baca 575-494-6186 usabmx.com/tracks/1993 LAS CRUCES-NM 02 Wild Chile BMX Edward Sanchez (575) 644-3991 usabmx.com/tracks/1937

NEW JERSEY EGG HARBOR TWP-NJ 01 EHT BMX Dave Dorofee 609-927-9089 ehtbmx.org FLEMINGTON-NJ 01 Hunterdon County BMX Carol Hample 908-391-2670 hcbmxracing.org HOWELL-NJ 01 Central Jersey BMX Cindy Straubinger 908-278-0696 cjbmx.org

NEW YORK BEMUS POINT-NY 02 Charlie’s BMX Track, Inc. Mark Cali 716-338-2000 charliesbmx.org BRIDGEWATER-NY 03 CNY BMX Nicholas Rauch 315-822-5896 cnybmx.com ENDICOTT-NY 04 Grippen Park BMX Gary Gitchell 607-624-3065 grippenparkbmx.com HAMBURG-NY 02 South Towns BMX Louis (Butch) Kaminski 716-992-6421 usabmx.com/tracks/1913 HORSEHEADS-NY 04 Horseheads BMX Gary Bleil 607-624-7102 usabmx.com/tracks/1413

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KINGSTON-NY 01 Kingston Point BMX Michael Henderson 845-339-0618 usabmx.com/tracks/1238

COLUMBUS-OH 02 Cobra BMX Chad Buehrer 614-581-7859 cobrabmx.com

NEWBERG-OR 01 Chehalem Valley BMX Paul Stumpf 503-840-8585 usabmx.com/tracks/1514

NEWARK-NY 02 Upstate BMX Stephanie Liechti 585-233-2026 upstatebmx.com

DAYTON-OH 01 Dayton Indoor BMX Bob Bruns 937-866-1414 bmxdayton.com

REDMOND- OR 01 Smith Rock BMX Bryant Johnson 541-515-1179 usabmx.com/tracks/1610

NEW PALTZ-NY 01 New Paltz BMX Amy Gigliuto 845-255-1269 newpaltzbmx.org

HAMILTON-OH 01 Hamilton BMX Nick Michael 513-388-6568 hamiltonbmx.com

ROSEBURG- OR 02 Umpqua Valley BMX Cody Southworth (541) 733-5142 usabmx.com/tracks/0130

OWEGO-NY 01 Champion BMX Rick Decker 607-221-1683 championbmx.com

KETTERING-OH 01 Kettering Park BMX Bob Bruns 937-866-1414 bmxdayton.com

SAINT HELENS-OR 01 Columbia River BMX Paul Barlow 971-563-8786 usabmx.com/tracks/1641

ROTTERDAM-NY 03 Tri-City BMX Sarah Robichaud 518-382-2691 tri-citybmx.org

TOLEDO-OH 02 Speedway BMX Brad Moore 419-450-9930 toledospeedwaybmx.com

PENNSYLVANIA

SHOREHAM-NY 01 BMX@ Shoreham Rich Soper 631-821-5569 shorehambmx.org

OKLAHOMA

ATHENS-PA 01 Valley BMX Ed Garrity 570-888-1850 usabmx.com/tracks/0263

SAND SPRINGS-OK 02 Sand Springs BMX Fred Nelson 918-855-0344 sandspringsbmx.com

CLARKS SUMMIT-PA 01 Cedar BMX Candy Rosencrance 570-855-8191 cedarbmx.com

BURLINGTON-NC 02 Burlington BMX Paul Constantino 336-558-5284 burlingtonbmx.com

YUKON-OK 01 Yukon BMX Steve Markcum 405-496-1920 YukonBMX.org

ERIE-PA 04 Lake Shore BMX Brian Trick 814-440-3553 lakeshorebmx.com

CHARLOTTE-NC 01 Hornet’s-Nest Park BMX Mark Coates 704-226-8420 ncbmx.com

PRYOR-OK 02 Mayes County BMX Cindy & Dale Riley 918-533-3565 usabmx.com/tracks/2003

HAZLETON - PA 01 Hazleton City View BMX James Cook 570-527-2793 usabmx.com/tracks/1877

CLEMMONS-NC 01 Tanglewood BMX Braden Romer 336-766-5269 usabmx.com/tracks/1906

OREGON

JOHNSTOWN-PA 04 Johnstown BMX Jennifer Lindeman 814-341-5753 johnstownbmx.org

NORTH CAROLINA

RALEIGH-NC 02 Capital City BMX Matt Johnson 919-279-8010 ccbmx.org

NORTH DAKOTA

BEND-OR 02 High Desert BMX Nick Scott 541-771-1981 usabmx.com/tracks/0902 EUGENE-OR 02 Emerald Valley BMX Francois Boulanger 541-600-0261 usabmx.com/tracks/0081

BISMARK-ND 01 Fastrax BMX Jamy Mills 701-400-5909 usabmx.com/tracks/1486

GRANTS PASS-OR 02 River City BMX Jennifer White 541-660-0393 usabmx.com/tracks/1259

GRAND FORKS-ND 01 Red River BMX Wade Anderson 218-207-9694 usabmx.com/tracks/1360

KLAMATH FALLS-OR 02 Klamath Falls BMX Laura Blevins 541-326-7186 usabmx.com/tracks/1471

OHIO

MEDFORD-OR 02 Rogue Valley BMX Curtis Buckelew 541-282-4544 usabmx.com/tracks/1509

AKRON-OH 02 Akron BMX Ed Nelson 330-784-3777 akronbmx.org CLEVES-OH 01 Cleves BMX Rob Cavanaugh 513-403-8954 usabmx.com/tracks/1919

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MOLALLA-OR 01 Molalla BMX Dylan Smith 971-263-3589 molallariverbmx.com

PITTSBURGH-PA 04 South Park BMX Rhonda Bramer 412-737-2957 spbmx.net POTTSTOWN-PA 02 Trilogy Ppark BMX Catherine Knapper 484-300-9935 usabmx.com/tracks/1868 TITUSVILLE-PA 04 Drake Well BMX Carrie Kee 814-671-2471 drakewellbmx.com WEST MORELAND-PA 04 Westmoreland BMX Anthony Palombo 412-799-3342 westmorelandbmx.com YORK-PA 02 Bumps-N-Berms BMX Peter Young 717-324-7050 bumpsnberms.com

RHODE ISLAND WEST GREENWICH-RI 01 Woodland BMX Ryan Rappa 401-480-4934 woodlandbmx.com

SOUTH CAROLINA LEXINGTON-SC 01 Lexington BMX Ralla Kuhns 803-582-9910 usabmx.com/tracks/1904 ROCK HILL-SC 01 Rock Hill BMX Mike King 803-325-2630 rockhillscbmx.com SPARTANBURG-SC 01 Supercross BMX Mike Fortenberry 864-921-7225 usabmx.com/tracks/1639

SOUTH DAKOTA ABERDEEN-SD 02 Aberdeen Hub Area BMX Kyle Oswald 605-216-1910 aberdeenbmx.com RAPID CITY-SD 01 Rapid City BMX Chris Blair 605-891-0655 rapidcitybmx.com

TENNESSEE CLEVELAND-TN 02 Bradley BMX Chris Noles 413-315-1681 usabmx.com/tracks/1510 DUCKTOWN-TN 02 Thunder rock BMX Larry Walker II 423-503-1329 usabmx.com/tracks/1979 NASHVILLE-TN 01 Music City BMX Assoc.

Rob Young 615-361-5533 musiccitybmx.com MEMPHIS-TN 01 Shelby Farms BMX Hunter Wylie 901-490-0956 shelbyfarmsbmx.com MORRISTOWN-TN 02 Morristown BMX Emily Cox 609-352-3312 usabmx.com/tracks/1843

TEXAS DESOTO-TX 01 Desoto BMX Christopher Allen 214-864-5653 desotobmx.net EL PASO-TX 08 Desert Downs BMX Bobby Irvin 602-400-7185 usabmx.com/tracks/1055 FT. WORTH-TX 01 Cowtown BMX Craig Prince 817-834-0279 cowtownbmx.com KATY-TX 13 Katy BMX Billy Pine 832-265-1483 usabmx.com/tracks/1951

MIDLAND-TX 07 West Texas BMX Don Davis (432) 788-1097 usabmx.com/tracks/1780 PEARLAND-TX 13 Pearland BMX Ed Dorrian 281-229-9650 pearlandbmx.com PFLUGERVILLE-TX 06 Central Texas BMX Jason Crouch 512-922-7355 centraltexasbmx.com SAN ANTONIO-TX 06 Lone Star BMX Tad Robertson 210-386-0283 lonestarbmx.com WICHITA FALLS-TX 01 Wee-chi-tah BMX Rick Johnson 940-636-9649 usabmx.com/tracks/1965

UTAH OGDEN-UT 01 Legacy Raceway BMX Ryan Crandall 801-927-7577 usabmx.com/tracks/1819 RICHFIELD-UT 03 Red Hills BMX Jason Christensen & Jacy McConnell 435-287-6239/435-893-1582 usabmx.com/tracks/1800 RICHFIELD-UT 03 Red Hills Indoor BMX Jason Christensen & Jacy McConnell 435-287-6239/435-893-1582 usabmx.com/tracks/1800 SOUTH JORDAN-UT 02 Rad Canyon BMX Steve Wagner 801-860-6771 radcanyonbmx.com SOUTH JORDAN-UT 02 Rad Canyon BMX Indoor Steve Wagner 801-860-6771 radcanyonbmx.com VIRGIN-UT 03 Virgin Utah BMX Adam Pace 702-275-9651 www.virginbmx.com

VERMONT BENNINGTON-VT 01 Catamount BMX Andre-Anne Chenaille 802-779-6097 catamountbmx.org

VIRGINIA HAMPTON-VA 01 Hampton BMX Bobby Powell 757-636-2034 hamptonbmx.com PETERSBURG-VA 01 VMP BMX Bud Higgins 804-301-5059 vmpbmx.com

RICHMOND-VA 01 Richmond BMX Gary Craig 804-516-9162 richmondbmx.com WINCHESTER-VA 01 Winchester BMX Tim Snapp 540-324-3478 usabmx.com/tracks/1899 WOODBRIDGE-VA 01 Northern Virginia BMX Fredy Caceres 703-951-7269 novabmx.org

WASHINGTON

WISCONSIN DEFOREST-WI 02 Mad Town BMX Stuart Wright 608-566-0403 usabmx.com/tracks/1967 ELKHORN-WI 01 Walworth County Indoor Charlie Jahnke 262-844-7788 usabmx.com/tracks/1183 OSHKOSH-WI 02 Winnebagoland BMX Troy Kasper 920-573-5037 winnebagolandbmx.org

BELLINGHAM-WA 01 Bellingham BMX Francisco Rodriguez 360-739-5455 bellinghambmx.com

FOND DU LAC-WI 02 Fond Du Lac BMX Patrick Beniger 920-207-7065 usabmx.com/tracks/1386

EVERETT-WA 01 Evergreen BMX Pete Kirk 425-351-4471 usabmx.com/tracks/1372

RHINELANDER-WI 03 Hodag BMX Rob Deede 715-360-6822 hodagbmx.com

MOSES LAKE-WA 03 Moses Lake BMX Brandon Holland 509-760-0773 www.moseslakebmx.com

WISCONSIN RAPIDS-WI 03 Central Wisconsin BMX Mark Statz 715-421-4521 cwbmx.org

MT. VERNON-WA 01 Bakerview BMX Jarrod Steinke 360-540-2535 bakerviewbmx.com

WYOMING

PORT ANGELES-WA 02 Lincoln Park BMX Sean Coleman 360-460-1435 usabmx.com/tracks/1251 PORT ORCHARD-WA 02 Peninsula Indoor BMX Joel & Erin Moore 360-850-8200 gobmx.com RICHLAND-WA 03 Columbia Basin BMX Jeremy Barton (509) 551-2109 columbiabasinbmx.com SEA TAC-WA 01 North Sea Tac BMX Joe & Yvonne Stropko 206-243-4411 seatacbmx.org SPOKANE-WA 03 Spokane BMX Jay Brothers 509-953-7891 usabmx.com/tracks/1801 SUMNER-WA 02 River Valley BMX Mark Hutko & Tammy Funke 253-350-5129 rivervalleybmxracing.com WALLA WALLA-WA 03 Walla Walla Valley BMX Rod Forss 509-386-8274 usabmx.com/tracks/1390

CASPER-WY 01 Mike Sedar BMX J.B. Sorensen 307-259-4288 usabmx.com/tracks/1019 GILLETTE-WY 01 Razor City BMX Damon Gibbs 940-206-3414 razorcitybmx.org/ ROCK SPRINGS-WY 01SW Wyoming Indoor BMX Ashley Wells 307-371-5332 usabmx.com/tracks/1501

CANADA BRITISH COLUMBIA ABBOTSFORD-BC 02 Abbotsford BMX Libby Ratcliff 604-309-0687 usabmx.com/tracks/1526 ABBOTSFORD-BC 02 Abbotsford Indoor BMX Libby Ratcliff 604-309-0687 usabmx.com/tracks/1600 CUMBERLAND-BC 01 Coal Hills BMX Corby Johnson 250-336-2699 usabmx.com/tracks/1538 CRANBROOK-BC 02 Cranbrook BMX Laura Niehaus 250-808-4672 usabmx.com/tracks/1992 GRAND FORKS-BC 02 Grand Forks BMX Ryan Vaugeois 250-443-1244 usabmx.com/tracks/1667

KAMLOOPS-BC 04 Greater Kamloops BMX Martin Young 250-318-3305 jeffbabuin@gmail.com bmxcanada.org/tracks/1647 KELOWNA-BC 04 Kelowna BMX Brooks Stocks 250-215-0636 kelownabmx.com LANGLEY-BC 02 Langley BMX Marty Boulter 604-825-7616 langleybmx.ca NANAIMO-BC 01 Nanaimo BMX Cameron Stanley 780-804-0882 nanaimobmx.com NORTH VANCOUVER-BC 02 North Shore BMX June Thomson northshorebmx.com PEMBERTON-BC 02 Pemberton BMX Graham Turner 604-966-2311 www.pembertonbmx.com PENTICTON-BC 04 Penticton BMX Len McLean 250-689-0220 pentictonbmx.com PRINCE GEORGE-BC 02 Supertrak BMX Brianna Langill 250-561-2691 usabmx.com/tracks/1695 SALMO-BC 02 West Kootenay BMX Lyndon Schiewe 250-551-3640 usabmx.com/tracks/1810 QUALICUM-BC 01 Oceanside BMX Robert Grecht 250-240-5001 usabmx.com/tracks/1605 SQUAMISH-BC 02 Squamish BMX Todd Pope 604-815-9010 squamishbmx.com VERNON-BC 04 Vernon Ranger Park BMX Shylo Orchard 250-306-8882 vernonbmx.com VICTORIA-BC 01 Greater Victoria BMX Cam Smith 250-858-2153 victoriabmx.com WHISTLER-BC 02 Whistler BMX Jody Hallett 604-905-9026 whistlerbmx.com

MANITOBA WINNIPEG-MB 01 Destination X BMX Melissa & Jason Osadac 204-291-7198 destinationxbmx.ca

ONTARIO CHATHAM-ON 01 Wolfe Creek BMX Tom Maciejowski 519-350-1953 wolfecreekbmx.com CORNWALL-ON 01 Cornwall BMX Dan Drouin 614-662-1790 cornwallbmx.ca GANANOQUE-ON 01 Gan BMX Brad Lorbetskie 613-324-2664 bmxcanada.org/tracks/1933 KINGSTON-ON 01 Kingston BMX Jason Kelly 613-572-2893 kingstonbmx.com MILTON-ON 01 Milton BMX Racing Tim Walter 519-716-1379 mbmxracing.com NIAGARA FALLS-ON 01 Falls BMX Park Jason Myslowka 905-325-0996 bmxcanada.org/tracks/1985 OTTAWA-ON 01 Nepean BMX John Clarke nepeanbmx@gmail.com nepeanbmx.com OTTAWA-ON 01 Ottawa BMX Kevin Corrigan 613-601-1055 ottawabmx.com RENFREW-ON 01 Renfrew BMX Stephanie McCullough 613-281-8676 renfrewbmx.com STOUFFVILLE-ON 01 Stouffville BMX Brendan Arnold 416-802-4727 stouffvillebmx.ca

CURACAO WILLEMSTAD-CW 01 Global BMX J.H. Lucien Isenia 599-9-737-0908 goglobalbmx.com

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Brian Lewis Replica

Scott was not alone with that sentiment. From that very first issue, published in December of 1976 / January 1977, Bicycle Motocross Action set the standard for all BMX fanatics. And on the cover of that issue, was a SoCal jammer named Brian Lewis, aboard his sponsor’s TwoWheeler’s Super Stroker. The frame and fork of the Stroker was unique - made with square tubing throughout, except for the rectangular top tube. Zip-tied to the handlebars was the illustrious California Cup No.1 plate, proving Lewis’ radabillity.

By the early 00’s, Towne was building his collection of vintage bikes -- mostly inspired by those bikes he’d drooled over in early magazines. Thanks to his pal Ben Joy, up in Portland, he got his hands on a Two Wheelers Super Stroker frame. The frame was literally half-buried in the dirt in some dude’s garage. Scott had the vision to

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Bicycle Motocross Action magazine was the single biggest influence in my life of BMX. Michigan’s Scott Towne Former media dude for Dan’s comp and longago editor of Super BMX & Freestyle.

re-create the exact bike that Brian Lewis was riding on that debut cover of BMXA. Finding accurate parts would not only be difficult, but expensive - since Lewis’ machine was outfitted with the best parts the 70’s had to offer. Campagnolo cranks and hubs, Araya 7B rims, Cheng Shin knobbies and real Oakley 1 grips were eventually found.Another friend, Dan Goins, found him the square-legged Stroker forks, which required re-chroming. The final piece of the build was securing the authentic headtube decal. “I bought the sticker from Brian Lewis himself, which is another expensive story,” Towne admits.

Once completed, this very bike won “Best in Show” and “Best 70s” at the Rockford Vintage BMX show in 2005.

Bob Osborn, the publisher/editor of Bicycle Motocross Action, just happened to be the guest of honor that year - which sort of completed the project, with everything coming full-circle.

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