Track Rules
Please follow these track rules as well as BMX Canada Rule and the NSBMX Code of Conduct for the safety and postive atmosphere of all riders, parents and spectators.
- North Shore BMX race track is operated and maintained by an elected executive board and volunteers of NSBMX
- The track is open to the public from dawn till dusk which is RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK except during sanctioned BMX events whereas the BMX Canada memebship provides limited insurance
- The track is closed during sanctioned BMX events to non members. Please check track schedule on our website.
- Please DO NOT ride the track if it is raining or if there is water standing as it creates A LOT of work for the volunteers whom will need to repair it.
- No modifications of the track ARE NOT PERMITTED for any reason
- You NEED a membership to ride at our track during sanctioned BMX events
- All riders, parents and spectators must follow NSBMX Code of conduct and BMX Canada Rules to participate at any club event
- To race, riders are required to have full face helmets, gloves, closed-toe shoes, long sleeve shirts and pants - elbow and knee/sin pads are strongly recommended
- The track is ONE-WAY ONLY. Do not ride the track backwards. It is difficult to see over obstacles and DANGEROUS COLLISIONS can and will occur
- Always ride in the specified direction
- DO NOT cut across track or stop on track unless injured
- DO NOT hang out in the middle of the track
- Unsportsman-like conduct will not be tolerated. Respect others
- No skidding on the track
- Always enter track at START GATE
- Keep FINISH AREA clear
- NO motorized vehicles allowed inclusive of RC cars/trucks or motorized bikes of any kind
- NO off leash animals allowed; please DO NOT throw objects for dogs to fetch on the track
- Please throw away trash in trash bins provided
- Most important rule: Have FUN and ENJOY riding at North Shore BMX track!
Persistent failure to follow NSBMX Track Rules, NSBMX Code of Conduct and BMX Canada Rule could result in a permanent exclusion from the track. We appreciate your cooperation and kind understanding.
30’ feet rule (from the gate down the start hill)
A rider determined by an official to have intentionally impeded the progress of another rider during the first 30 feet of the race may be disqualified from qualification or moved to last place in a main event situation. To facilitate this rule, it is recommended that a clearly visible line extend across the width of the track, placed at a point 30 feet from the starting gate.
(Moving over is not a foul in and of itself. Intentionally moving over and blocking another rider is the foul.)
- basically, once the gate drops, if there is a rider to either side of you, you MUST stay within your lane until you pass the 30' line. If you are in lane 7 and the nearest rider is in lane 4, you are able to move over within the 30', as you are not impeding another rider.
Last straight rule (similar to 30 feet rule)
When on the final straight, a rider determined by an official to have intentionally impeded the progress of another rider may be disqualified from qualification or moved to last place in a main event situation.
(Moving over is not a foul in and of itself. Intentionally moving over and blocking another rider is the foul.)
- basically, coming out of the last corner, maintain your line to the finish!
North Shore BMX Code of Conduct
- I will ride for FUN! and be proud of being a BMX rider.
- I will work hard to improve my skills.
- I will be a team player – get along with other BMX riders and appreciate the contributions that each racer makes to the sport.
- I will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline. I will display good behavior at all BMX events.
- I will be a good representative and role model for my home club at all BMX events
- I will be on time for coaching and races, and be both mentally and physically prepared for each coaching and race session.
- I will learn the rules and play by them. Winning isn’t everything.
- I will respect my coaches, parents, opponents, officials, and the volunteers.
- I will control my temper – fighting or mouthing off can spoil the activity for everyone.
- I will respect all facilities and equipment made available.
- I will not use profanity, abusive language or threatening behavior towards and rider, parent or track official. Parent’s Code of Conduct:
- I will support my child’s desire to ride BMX, offer encouragement and take an interest in them and their club.
- I will volunteer my time and support the club in its activities.
- I will allow my child to establish their own goals, and participate for themselves.
- I will offer positive reinforcement, being aware that it is the best way to help my child achieve their goals.
- I will encourage my child to play by the rules.
- I will display a positive attitude towards all participants.
- I will remember that children learn by example. I will applaud good riding and performances by both my child and their opponents.
- I will respect and show appreciation for the volunteers who give their time to BMX for my child.
- I will encourage my child to resolve conflict without resorting to hostility or violence.
- I will remember that my child rides for his or her enjoyment, not mine.
Coaches Code of Conduct:
- I will be aware that winning is a consideration but not the only one.
- I will be a positive role model to all riders.
- I will keep open lines of communication with parents and riders.
- I will encourage all riders to be team players.
- I will strive toward the overall developmental improvement of all riders.
- I will never yell at or ridicule a child.
- I will be a positive role model, applauding good effort in both victory and defeat.
- I will re-enforce positive points of each race.
This Code of Conduct is in place for all BMX events both at North Shore BMX and at races or practices away from North Shore BMX.
The consumption of illegal drugs, performance enhancing or social, by competitors / parents/ spectators at any BMX event is prohibited. The smoking of cigarettes is not encouraged and is strongly discouraged at BMX venues. Smokers must be 150m away from any sanctioned event.
No running onto track if your rider/child falls, track officials will assess the situation and if deemed necessary you will be notified to come onto the track.
Riders, Parents and Coaches not abiding by this Code of Conduct may, at the discretion of the race director/official or North Shore BMX Executive, be disqualified or suspended and/or removed from the track.
Thank you for your cooperation and kind understanding.
North Shore BMX Executives
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