BMX track in Welzheim: New racing car for fast-paced competitions!

BMX track in Welzheim: New racing car for fast-paced competitions!

The BMX track in Welzheim, which was created through major in-house efforts and the dedicated renovation of the Welzheimer Turn- und Sportfreunde (TSF), is already enjoying great popularity. This revamped circuit was launched almost three years ago and recently hosted its first race. Department head Ronny Breitfeld reported on the start of the extensive work, which is now bearing fruit.

At the season finale of the cycling association in the southwest, a TSF rider was able to celebrate an impressive victory. This shows the great potential of the new track, which attracts not only inexperienced drivers but also high-level competitors.

BMX – An exciting sport

BMX, derived from “Bicycle MotoCross”, has its roots in California, USA, in the late 1960s. The sport originally focused on tricks and stunts, but quickly developed into an exciting competitive discipline with special requirements. The bikes have 20" wheels, no gears, only a rear brake and no shock suspension forks. Helmets, gloves and suitable protective clothing are mandatory for the riders to ensure safety during the races.

Competitions can be competed from the age of five. BMX racing is now a widespread sport, organized in the 20″ and 24″ (Cruiser) categories. The routes are usually around 400 meters long and have to be completed in a full sprint, overcoming steep curves and obstacles. In each run, eight drivers start at the gate at the same time and have to complete several heats, as well as the eighth, quarter, half and final heats before moving on to the final.

Olympic BMX racing

BMX racing has been officially part of the Olympic program since 2008. The competition offers an exciting mix of speed and technique, with up to eight female BMX cyclists competing on a circuit. The first to cross the finish line wins the race. The international success of the sport of BMX is undeniable, and riders from Europe, the USA and even Colombian talents like Mariana Pajón, the three-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time world champion, show how global the sport is.

The international spread of the sport was promoted by the founding of the International BMX Federation in April 1981, which structured the sport with clear rules regarding safety equipment, bike size and age limits. Marches Strombergs (Latvia) and Anne-Caroline Chausson (France) helped establish BMX as a serious sport with their Olympic titles in 2008.

The BMX track in Welzheim will undoubtedly play an important role in promoting this exciting sport in the region and could produce many talented riders in the future.

For more information about the BMX track and its events, please visit the TSF Welzheim website or find out more about the sport at Olympics.com.

Structures and successes will continue to be pursued as the BMX community in Welzheim continues to grow and develop.