YOUR FIRST DAY IS FREE
USA BMX offers your first day at the track COMPLETELY FREE. No membership needed - just SHOW UP, sign a waiver, and TRY IT OUT. Track gate fee $5-10. THAT'S IT.
USA BMX MEMBERSHIP
After your FREE first day, you'll need a USA BMX MEMBERSHIP to keep racing. Memberships are ANNUAL and give you access to ALL USA BMX tracks NATIONWIDE.
MEMBERSHIP TYPES & PRICES:
- Race (Annual): ~$60 - Full racing privileges
- Race Plus: ~$90 - Includes insurance
- Strider (Ages 2-5): ~$30 - Balance bikes
- One-Day License: ~$10 - Try before you buy
WHAT TO BRING
REQUIRED GEAR
- HELMET: Full-face or 3/4 shell
- LONG PANTS: Denim or riding pants
- LONG SLEEVES: Shirt or jersey
- CLOSED SHOES: Athletic shoes OK
Most tracks have loaner helmets
+ RECOMMENDED
- GLOVES: BMX or cycling
- PADS: Elbow/Knee protection
- WATER: Stay hydrated
- SUNSCREEN: Colorado sun
- CHAIR/CANOPY: Race comfort
STRIDER RIDERS (AGES 2-5)
STRIDER RACES are for YOUNG KIDS on balance bikes (no pedals). Races are 25-50 feet long and are FUN, LOW-PRESSURE intro to BMX.
WHAT TO KNOW:
- Races are SHORT & NON-COMPETITIVE - ALL ABOUT FUN
- Kids get TROPHIES just for participating
- No starting gate - kids push off themselves
- Parents can WALK alongside younger riders
- Special $30/year Strider membership
- Kids transition to pedal bikes around age 4-5
HOW BMX RACING WORKS
RACE FORMAT
BMX races are SHORT, INTENSE SPRINTS around a dirt track with JUMPS, BERMS, and STRAIGHTAWAYS. Races last 30-45 seconds with 8 riders at a time.
- MOTOS (Qualifying): Race 3 times against different riders
- POINTS: 1st = 1pt, 2nd = 2pts, etc
- MAIN EVENTS: Top riders advance to FINALS
- AWARDS: Trophies/medals for top finishers
AGE GROUPS
- • Strider (2-5)
- • 5 & Under, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- • 11-12, 13-14, 15-16
- • 17-24, 25-30, 31-35...
- • Masters classes (36+)
SKILL LEVELS
- • NOVICE: 0-50 pts (beginners)
- • INTERMEDIATE: 51-150 pts
- • EXPERT: 151+ pts
- • PRO: Elite racers
PRACTICE NIGHT
Weekday evenings • Lap the track 1-2 hours • Learn & build skills • $5-10
RACE DAY
Usually Sundays • Motos & main events • Register 1-2hrs before • $15-25
DENVER METRO TRACKS
MILE HIGH BMX
Lakewood, CO
DACONO BMX
Dacono, CO
COUNTY LINE BMX
Highlands Ranch, CO
IMPORTANT: Schedules & fees CAN change. ALWAYS check track Facebook before visiting. Weather affects schedules.
FAQS
NEED YOUR OWN BIKE?
YES. Some tracks have loaners. Find used bikes on Facebook/Craigslist.
WHAT AGE TO START?
Kids as young as 2. No upper limit - adults race too.
IS IT DANGEROUS?
Has risks like any sport, but SAFE with proper gear. Start slow.
HOW MUCH $$$?
Bike $150-300, helmet $50-100, gear $50. Then $60/year + $5-25/week.
NEED TO JUMP?
NO. Beginners can ROLL over jumps. You'll learn naturally.