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Silver Dollar Nationals Race Report
As usual, USA BMX kicked off the 2014 National Series in Reno, NV. Check out this weekends Race Report for all of the up-to-date news!
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New Changes to Pro Class rules
The USA BMX leadership team is returning home from Switzerland after meeting with BMX officials at the International Cycling Union (UCI). While many items were discussed, the change in the running of pro classes warrants immediate release. With the first USA BMX pro event of the 2014 season occurring this weekend in Reno, Nevada, USA BMX officials wanted to inform the membership of the change.
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US OTC announces additional Schedule for 2014
USA Cycling and the U.S. Olympic Training Center have also just announced their additional BMX Programs for 2014: • SX Open Sessions • BMX Combine Testing • Devo Plus • Evo Summer Residency Program • Evo/Elite fulltime Offsite Residency Program BMX Open Sessions In order to create additional opportunity for US BMX athletes, USA Cycling will be offering several open training sessions at the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center. Riders will need to register and complete payment at BMX Combine testing USA Cycling has created a number of opportunities for any USA rider* born in 1999 or prior, to attend Combine style testing which will be held on the Beijing Replica BMX Track. USA Cycling coaches will collect track data along with Ergometer-based power testing, and share all data with each athlete. Riders will be able to compare themselves with US national program athletes, and potentially earn a spot at a future USA Cycling training camp. While participation in Combine testing will not guarantee someone selection to a future camp, it offers all athletes an opportunity to display their skill, gain exposure to SX style tracks, and further everyone’s development. It also increases awareness and educates athletes on USA Cycling and it’s development pathway. • January 17-19 • February 14-16 • March 7-9 • April 11-13 USA Cycling will be creating an online registration process, including electronic waivers for these events. All athletes must possess a USA Cycling racing license and racing for the United States in UCI competition. Riders under 18 will need to print all waiver forms and have a wet signature from a parent or legal guardian. This is an off-complex program, so riders are responsible for providing their own accommodations. Only Olympic Training Center track access is allowed, with the exception of the dining hall if an athlete has purchased a meal • $35 each day or $100 for 3 days • Includes all rider analysis & report *Riders must be US Citizens and compete for the USA. USA Cycling is eager to maximize every rider's opportunity for development and progression with Supercross, and advancement to the Evolution program by introducing the Devo Plus program. USA Cycling will open further opportunities to standout Junior Development athletes who previously would've been age-ineligible to continue at this level, and have not yet met the Evolution program standard. Criteria will include having attended at least 1 Junior Development camp, and having met the performance criteria set by USA Cycling. We will have a maximum of 4 positions available for Devo+ riders at each Devo camp. Devo + riders will be given more in-depth training and guidance to help get them ready for the Evo Program. • March 30th • May 31st to June 7th • August 8th • October 19th • Riders may be eligible for the Ed Burke Grant • Riders interested in this Program should contact: jstaff@usacycling.org Evo Summer Residency USA Cycling was able to secure three and half months of Onsite residency for 10 of its top Evolution riders from May 19th through August 31st . The objective of this program is to allow riders that are in college or high school the opportunity to spend their summer break at the OTC, and the ability to train fulltime on the SX style tracks. • Full-time S&C • Full coaching support • Full time SX access • Invite only • No fee
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USA Cycling Jr. Devo details
The USA Cycling BMX Development Series (Devo) is designed to take our next generation of young talented amateur BMX athletes to the highest level of BMX racing. The goal of this program is to prepare this group by allowing unprecedented access to the U.S. Olympic Training Center (OTC) in Chula Vista, California. The program is targeting all 15 and 16-year-olds using the 2014 UCI BMX calendar season (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) and the birth year of 1998-1999.
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Member Survey 2013
USA BMX would like to thank all who took the time to fill out the 2013 USA BMX Membership Survey. And congratulations to the following four lucky folks who won one of the Survey prizes. Are you one of them?!
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USA BMX introduces new Stay to Save Program for 2014
Save up to $5 off of each class/cruiser entry fee for nationals by staying at select USA BMX Host Hotels. For the 2014 USA BMX NationalSeries, the pre-registration discount has now become the “Stay to Save” program. By simply staying at a USA BMX host hotel and pre-registering for the event online, participants will receive $5 off each national entry for class and cruiser (Pre-Races and Open classes not included). Booking a USA BMX host hotel could not be easier, as the reservation process has been completely integrated directly into the online pre-registration.
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USA BMX Official Clarification Regarding National Age Group (NAG) rankings #11-20
There have been many phone calls and emails about riders ranked No.11 -thru - No.20 NAG Boys/Men category, and whether those riders would (or would not) be removed from the District Points rankings. Here is the official clarification ...
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Grands Hotel Info - Book Early!
Are you ready?! The Grands - the Greatest BMX Race on Earth is now less than 2 months away, and USA BMX has secured some pretty incredible hotel rates for our members and attendees. Check out the deals by clicking on this News link - and make your reservations before the cut-off dates to cement in your great rate for Thanksgiving weekend:
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Grands Motos are posted!
The record now stands at 712 motos...
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Race of Champions champs for 2013
After 551 motos twice, too many quarters and semi's to count, it all comes down to the ROC mains - with the "winner take all" (ROC No.1 plate and Presidents Cup). Congratulations - here are the 2013 Winners! Podium shots by Tracy Stevens.
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2013 Race of Champions Photo Gallery
The media crew has been working days on end to bring you the best coverage from this years USA BMX Grand Nationals. Here are some of our favorites from the Race of Champions!
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Thanksgiving Thursday Highlights from the Grands
Thursday for most folks means football games and a big turkey feast with family - but for the BMX World, it means all-day practice with your big BMX family and the occasional pit-side feast of take-out Turkey. It's a time to be thanksful for how many laps you get in, and for a great season.