Uci bmx rule book 2018

Successful bmx programs are the result of a strong volunteer base. Bmx south queensland is the event organiser for the shootout series and zone championship. There is no limit on the number of riders from one country that can be registered. The usa cycling rule book aims to provide consistent competition guidelines, and ensure safety. Each bmx facility is a separate entity with the common goal of providing competitive yet safe and fun bmx racing. Rider must have finished in the top 16 of the 2018 irish national series in their age category and. Bmx is a fun, fast, familyoriented cycling sport and no matter what your age if you are keen to try bmx racing, you can find your nearest club and head along to a training session. Praise your childs efforts and be proud of your child. The 2019 uci bmx world championships takes place between 23rd 28th july 2019 at the. Nordic championship the nordic championship is not registered on the uci calendar. Incorrect application of this rule would be an st category plate used at a ns or cn event. The race will be run under the czech bmx rules 2018 regulations.

We thought wed put together an easily digestible guide to the basic rules of racing on a bmx bike bmx is short for bicycle motocross, and bmx racing is an offroad bicycle racing discipline that sees riders compete for first place on specificallydesigned, onelap bmx dirt tracks that feature rollers, berms and jumps before the finish line. It is, however, the riders and hisher parents responsibility to understand and follow racing regulations. The uci bmx world championships in baku, azerbaijan june 03rd09th, 2018. Uci bmx rules using random, ranking or time trial seeding, uci compliant scrambled motos and the 2018 world cup transfer system per uci bmx rule book version on 01. All our clubs welcome new members, with children from the age of 2 years being able to join our miniwheel program. Rule book wchanges for 2018 usa bmx and bmx canada were formed to provide organized racing and give national prominence to the sport of bmx. Throughout the year we collect a number of ideas and feedback from our membership and tracks. The bmx world championship will be held in baku on june 59, 2018. Show a positive commitment and abide by bmxas policies, rules, procedures.

The provisions of the ucis bmx rulebook in its latest version apply with a few amendments. Sunbury bmx club holds gate practice sessions on tuesdays and thursdays from 4. In the current context of the coronavirus covid19 pandemic, which also affects the united states, the union cycliste internationale uci regrets to announce the necessity to postpone the 2020 uci bmx world championships which were initially to take place at the north houston bike park in the united states from 26 to 31 may. Below youll find short explanations of rule changes for 2019. Bmx australia rule book domestic bmx events if running an event using juniorelite classes it must be run under full uci rules and appendix, please use the uci rulebook only effective 1 jan 2018 all changes effective as of this date are indicated in red text published 24 nov 2017.

Rules uci king of prague czech cup bmx is open to any rider from any country with a national license, in compliance with the uci regulations. Usa bmx and bmx canada were formed to provide organized racing and give national prominence to the sport of bmx. Uci 2018 bmx world championships baku, azerbaijan events. Rulebook usa bmx and bmx canada were formed to provide organized racing and give national prominence to the sport of bmx. Events and competitions sanctioned by bmx australia are governed by two independent, but relative documents. The top 7 from each uci licence age class, taken from the national series will automatically qualify. In this section you will find all the regulations governing uci activities and competitions, in particular the different regulations for each discipline, the antidoping regulations and the disciplinary regulations. Additionally, riders should note that under rule 57, it is their sole responsibility to ensure that a transponder is correctly affixed to their bike and is operational. Tauranga bmx club will have six members competing at the 2020 uci bmx world championships in the united states this year. Fantom ltd are excited to be supplying quality supporters merchandise for the 2020 bmx nationals in partnership with nac bmx. Focus on your childs efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.

Bmx australia recognises retro classes when offered at. It is, however, the riders and hisher parents responsibility to understand and follow racing. These rule suggestions are then carefully analyzed by our staff with decades of bmx experience. Bmx rulebook nordic championship bmx and challenge nordic games 2017 the nordic championship is registered on the uci calendar and shall be arranged in accordance with the uci rules for bmx racing and the regulations in this rulebook. In instances where masters 1 are under subscribed, they will merge with superclass. Amendments maximum distances for u19 and youth effective 09. The 2018 uec bmx european cup teams ranking will consist on 8. Each of these events will appear on the events menu.

Based on the contributions of numerous parties in particular national federations, teams, riders and organisers the agenda 2022 outlines the union cycliste internationale s ucis action strategy as well as different measures it intends to introduce during the mandate of its president david lappartient. Uci bmx world championships are the world championships for bmx racing bicycle motorcross held under the regulations of the union cycliste internationale uci, the sports international governing body the uci bmx world championships are held annually and the winner of each event is crowned the bmx cycling world champion. The minimum age of participation at the world championships is 8. The ucis pedal rule amendment blowing up the internet. Please click on the link below to find the latest rules relating to bmx racing. Chris kilmurray, coach to riders like tahnee seagrave, greg callaghan, greg williamson and others, chimes in on how he thinks the 2019 uci mtb rule changes are going to. All our clubs are fantastic community based clubs promoting an active lifestyle through bmx racing. Chapter iv specific rules for uci bmx world challenge events.

Riders born in 2010 who do not have a standing, need to register their. Both documents are crucial for bmxa members to be familiar with. Uci world championships welcome to the 2018 bmx world championship usa team. Bmx racing rankings union cycliste internationale uci. Nordic championship classes and challenge nordic games classes championships classes. Uci bmx world championships rock hill, south carolina usa july 2329, 2017 info. The 2018 uci bmx world championships is open to only those who have met the criteria and have qualified. The uci bmx world championships are held annually and the winner of each event is crowned the bmx cycling world champion. Bmx is a sport that can be enjoyed by both boys and girls with plenty of. The uci regulations establish the rules of cycling while keeping abreast of the sports. This threeday cycling festival should not be confused with the uci. The provisions of the ucis bmx rulebook in its latest version apply. These races are also subject to the provisions of the ucis bmx rule book in its latest version. Encourage your childs participation in bmx but do not force it.

Bmx, an abbreviation for bicycle or bike motocross. Uci cycling regulations e0118 bmx 5 category combination rules 6. Among the changes this pedal rule is set to be the most controversial rule change to ever come out of the uci. The club will also be represented by about 30 riders at the new zealand titles in christchurch. If less than five riders are entered in a category following riders confirmation, they. The staff of each track is committed to operating under the sanctions guidelines to ensure those goals. The 2018 uci downhill world cup is nearly upon us and with a new addition, a blast from the past and plenty of old favourites, this years venus are going to play host to some of the tightest. Uci bmx world championships are the world championships for bmx racing held under the regulations of the union cycliste internationale, the sports international governing body. Bmx australia rule book domestic bmx events if running an event using juniorelite classes those classes must be run under full uci rules and appendix.

As always, please refer to the 2019 usa bmx rule book for exact wording of the rules. In this section you will find all the regulations governing uci activities and competitions, in particular the different regulations for each discipline, the. Observe the rules contained in the uci bmx rule book. Bmx australia rule book domestic bmxa events if running an event using juniorelite classes it must be run under full uci rules and appendix, please use the uci rulebook only effective 01012015. Cycling south africas coaching commission has secured a level 1 and level 2 combined coaching course for road and track cycling facilitated by cycling australia, to be held in gauteng in june 2018. Bmx rulebook nordic championship bmx and challenge nordic games 2015 the race is held according to the uci rules for bmx racing. Uci mountain bike 4cross events per uci mountain bike rule book version e0414. Information will be posted here as it becomes available and the links will then become active. Bem was developed in 2003 in australia by lyndon downing. As updates are made to these documents, they will be updated here. Bmx commission of cycling sa in conjunction with the uci bmx.

The bmx australia rule book and the union cycliste internationale uci rule book designed to govern bmx on an international level. Coach chris kilmurray weighs in on 2019 uci mtb rulebook. The uci have released new amendments to the rule book for bmx racing that will be implemented from 1 january 2019. His passion for bmx racing and his it and detailed knowledge of the uci bmx rules allowed him to create a bmx scoring software that was soon being used in many bmx countries around the world. Included among a number of reforms announced as part of the ucis agenda 2022 was the announcement that disc brakes will be officially legal for road and bmx use starting on july 1 of. Crank arms may be of any length so long as they do not compromise the bicycles ground clearance.