Guide to Your First British Championships (Brits)
So you have taken part in the required number of regionals and you are heading to your first British Championships. If you have raced in a National then you know...
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Guide to Your First British Championships (Brits)
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2 Piece Cranks vs Square Taper
When you’re chasing tenths out of the gate, your crank choice matters more than most riders realise. Stiffness, weight, and reliability all play a role in how efficiently you turn...
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BMX Race Plates - Background and Numbers
What number plate background and colour numbers do you need to race in the UK?
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How to get your chain line right!
Getting your chain line right on your BMX race bike is one of those details that’s easy to overlook, but dial it in properly and your whole ride feels faster,...
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What Age Should a Child Start BMX Racing? A UK Perspective
One of the regular questions we hear from parents at the track, at coaching sessions or online is “What age can my child start BMX racing?”The good news is that BMX...
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How Often Should You Replace BMX Racing Bike Components (and Why)!
In BMX racing, your bike takes a serious beating. Explosive starts, hard landings, sprint loads, and constant travel all put stress on rider and bike components alike. Knowing when to replace...
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Guide to your first UEC BMX Race
Stepping up to your first UEC (Union Européenne de Cyclisme) BMX Racing event is an exciting milestone. Whether you're moving up from national level racing or diving straight into European...
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Your First BMX Racing National: A Parent’s Guide to What to Expect
A brief guide on what to expect at your first BMX Racing National in the UK. Plan your day, be prepared for the British weather, expect the standard to rise,...
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The Importance of the Chain Tensioner
In BMX racing, you see a lot of focus and riders talk about their frames, forks, gearing, tyres and wheel build. But there’s one quiet component that rarely gets the...
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Your First BMX Racing Regional: A Parent’s Guide to What to Expect
Moving up from a local club race to a regional BMX event is a big, exciting step for young riders—and an equally big moment for parents and carers. Whether you’re...
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What do you need to race BMX in the UK?
So you have enjoyed coaching and training and you want to race BMX in the UK? Here is everything you need to know before signing up for your first BMX...
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Gearing guides
Not sure what gearing or roll out you should be running? The industry standard calculator can be found at: https://bmxultra.com/gear-calculator/ Here you can select your tyre brand, size, chainring size...
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A clean bike is a fast bike…
Do you really need to clean your BMX race bike after every training session or race? The debate…. The argument from the “Yes” camp is that if you want your...
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