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Track Upgrades at St.Pete BMX

It has always been considered a track with tremendous potential and now the good people who run St.Pete BMX are trying to realize those expectations. The first step in the process was to listen to the input of riders, especially the Pros, and adjust the track to meet their needs. Some of the those adjustments have been made and this last weekend, the track was put to the test.

The first jump has been extended into a long tabletop with a gradual decline. You can hit this thing as fast as you possibly can and your landing will be safe and easy. The other two changes were both on the second straight which now consists of split doubles. One side is sharp and high like a Pro set and other is mellower.

Check for updates at www.stpetebmx.com

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Cape Coral BMX Seeking Volunteers

The track will be closed for the next two weeks for our rebuild. Please remember that this is done for all riders and that there is something for all to do, we are all volunteers. The more that come out to give a helping hand the quicker it will be back open. If you normally come to skills clinics every other Monday still come out to pick up a rake. If you normally come on Tuesday and Thursday for practice still come and help run the packer. If you normally come out on Saturday nights for a race come help clean up around the track.

Find out more at: www.facebook.coom/capecoralbmx

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Amanda Carr Prepares for the Olympic Season

With only four months until the start of the games in London, Florida's Amanda Carr is taking every available opportunity to prepare herself for the coming season. Currently sitting number 3 on the USA Cycling BMX Power Rankings, she is in a prime position to launch herself onto the 2012 Olympic team. Amanda is approaching the games with laser-like focus, setting aside all other BMX races in favor of the five upcoming UCI Supercross events. She has split her time between practicing at her home track of Charlotte BMX in Punta Gorda, Florida, where she is Track President and Chula Vista, California where she is being trained by Coach, Greg Romero.

Amanda Carr has been racing BMX for 15 years. She has won numerous races on the State, National and World Championship levels, with her first UCI World title in Paris 2005. She then grew into an elite Supercross racer scoring 5th place at the televised London Olympic test event in 2011.

Corsa Racewear is proud to promote the efforts of this dedicated athlete, and is happy to announce that Amanda has taken an interest in their 'Unleashed' line of clothing. She was impressed with the quality of the racewear and is thrilled to work with this emerging company. She will be wearing Corsa Racewear gloves and pants during her pursuit of Olympic glory.

Watch Amanda race the Chula Vista event on March 30th - April 1st
Live webcast on Extreme.com

Follow Amanda's progress on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/amandacarrbmx

Check out Corsa Racewear at: www.CorsaRacewear.com

or follow on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/corsaracewear

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Sarasota BMX All Day Practice Schedule

On May 4-6th, 2012 Sarasota BMX will be hosting SSA Florida Cup Qualifiers #9 & #10. While many of you have raced here before, this is an Olympic year and it is a renewal for our sport under the banner of USA BMX. Sarasota hopes to attract many new riders and seeks to encourage former riders to return.

Take a look at their new Promo video and the all day practice schedule. Spread the word. Bring your friends and family, invite new people. Make these two SSA qualifiers the biggest of the year!

Check the dates at www.SarasotaBMX.net

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Team CycleCraft Clinic at High Springs BMX

The Factory CycleCraft team will be hosting a clinic on the Friday afternoon of the SSA Qualifier weekend at High Springs BMX. Top riders will teach you gates, cornering, manualing and how to increase your overall track speed.

Date: Friday, April 13th, 2012

Register: 1-3pm
Clinic 3-5pm

Cost: $25.

www.TeamCycleCraft.com

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Sarasota Skills Clinic and Benefit

Need to improve your skills on the Sarasota track before the big race? Now you can do it while also knowing that your money is going to benefit a good cause. Raul Gomez has been a long time friend and racer to the Florida BMX Community. Help him in his struggle while learning how to snap the gate, carve corners and win races!

When: Saturday, April 28th, 2012

Register: 9:30 - 10:00am
Clinic: 10:00 - 12:00pm

Cost: $30.

Instructors will be Profile Racing's Caleb Minthorn, MCS Racing's Olympic Hopeful Amanda Geving and Madera's Vet Pro Nick Lucas.

They have some hotel rooms that have been donated for the State Championship race at Tampa Bmx. They will also be having a bake sale. Ashly Bright will be there filming and taking pictures. They have several items to give away from Profile Racing, Peddlers Bike Shop and many more! It is definitely worth the trip. You can also pick up your Gomez "I Will Win This Race" bands!

Find out more: www.SarasotaBMX.com

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