New Rider Information
Welcome, and congratulations on deciding to take part in the most exciting cycling
sport around, Bicycle Moto Cross or better known as BMX.  

Armadillo BMX is an American Bicycle Association Sanctioned track and follows all
the rules and regulations laid out by that organization.  After this, If you still have
unanswered questions and you need an answer right away try the ABA Rule Book for
a detailed explanation of the rules.

Before you get started there are a few things that you need to know and pay serious
attention to.
  1. You will need a bicycle - any type and size will do, but it is recommended that
    you start with one that has no more than a 20" wheel diameter.
  2. Make sure that all of the bolts are tight - especially your axle bolts and stem
    bolts.
  3. Remove all reflectors for safety purposes.
  4. If you bike has a kickstand or axle pegs, they must be taken off.
  5. You bike needs to have pads covering three required areas
  • covering the cross-bar of your handle bars
  • covering the handlebar (or gooseneck) stem
  • covering the top tube of your frame
  1. You will need a number plate (you will be provided a temporary numberplate
    with your membership purchase)
  2. You will need the following appropriate clothing and gear so that you may
    practice and race
  • Long Sleeve Shirt
  • Long Pants
  • A Full-Faced Helmet (Armadillo BMX has loaner helmets at the
    concession stand that can be used free of charge for first time riders)
  • Any enclosed shoe is sufficient, although flat bottom tennis type
    shoes are recommended and work best.
LET THE FUN BEGIN !!!