Welcome to Pearland Speedway
New Rider Info Page!!

GETTING STARTED ...
Good news!....bicycle motocross (BMX) does not require a lot of expensive equipment. Get the bike you already have, make a few modifications and you’re ready to ride!

Every rider must wear:
* a properly fitting helmet (full face protection preferred)
* long pants
* long sleeved shirt (coverage to at least elbows) or short sleeves w/elbow pads
* shoes that completely enclose foot

Bicycle must be in good working order with:
* all chain guards, pegs, reflectors and kick stand removed
* a working brake system (hand rear brake or coaster brake is acceptable)
* complete bar end plugs (no exposed metal on end of handlebars)
* a full pad set is also recommended (top tube, cross bar and stem pads)
* the wheel diameter no less than 16 inches (in order to get up & over obstacles)

We have "loaner" bikes and helmets available (on a first come - first served) basis for new riders. Ask for assistance with these items at the sign up window.

What does it cost to ride the track?
PRACTICE ONLY - $5.00 per rider
Practice sessions are hosted by Pearland Speedway to introduce the sport of BMX to our community at a very low cost. Riders must have an active ABA membership to participate and that information is provided below.

SINGLE POINT RACE EVENTS - $12.00 per rider
Since our competition events are sanctioned by the American Bicycle Association (ABA), membership is required for riders who sign up to compete or practice. If you'd like to participate in a race event, you can sign up for an ABA membership at the track!

How much is an ABA membership?
One-Day Trial ABA Membership - FREE
The ABA offers a "one day, one time only" membership which allows a rider to check out BMX for the first time, while assuring that the rider is properly insured.

Annual ABA Membership - $45
This membership is valid at any ABA sanctioned track nationwide and is good for a full 12 months from the date of application. Annual members receive a complete membership kit - number plate, membership card for racing and an ABA rulebook with complete racing rules. In addition, the racer will receive the monthly BMXer magazine - packed with news, current race coverage and rider interviews. It keeps every ABA rider up-to-date on all events, races and member benefits. In each issue, listed under the racer’s district and name, will be his/her current points and ranking. To top it all off, the rider is insured with secondary medical insurance.

How old do you have to be to ride BMX - and does it require any special skill?
Our youngest rider is 3 years old and our "most vintage" rider is 50+ years young - so age is not really an issue. If you can ride a bicycle with little assistance and without training wheels - YOU CAN BMX!

Every new rider starts at the Novice (beginner) level and advances at his/her own pace. Some riders are really good at BMX the very first time on the track. Other riders need lots of practice.

Some of our most seasoned riders, as well local BMX Pros, offer one-on-one training sessions at local tracks for a nominal fee. Let us know if you are interested and we can get you in touch with the right folks.

If your question is not listed here ...
Feel free to forward an email message to pearlandbmx@gmail.com

... or better yet ... come on out to the track during any race event or practice session. There is never an admission fee for spectators. While you're there, we'd be glad to answer your questions and provide brochures with helpful information about BMXing!

SEE YOU AT THE TRACK !