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2010 Group
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Johnstown
BMX was first started back in 1980, just
shortly after the BMX craze hit the East
Coast. As a sport, BMX had its
beginnings in the early 1970's out on
the West Coast, and was formally
organized by the National Bicycle League
(NBL) in 1974. Since then, its
popularity has grown immensly, as
evidenced by the number of tracks that
have sprung up all across the nation.
Its gain in
popularity has not gone unnoticed, as
the sport of BMX Racing just took a big
leap, when it became a Full Medal Sport
in the 2008 Summer Games, held in Bejing,
China.
"The Most
Enduring Track in the NBL"
--- that's how most will
describe our track. It is a
“downhill” configuration, with a
vertical drop from the starting gate
to the finish line that is as high
as most telephone poles – 25 feet to
be exact. Although gravity
will help to get you to the finish
line, along the way you'll have to
negotiate an uphill climb, dirt
straights, not three 3 but four
paved asphalt corners, a long
sweeping dirt curve that features
our well known “Waterfall Section”
and an overall length that is
generally considered one of the
longest the NBL has to offer. We
can even challenge some of the best BMX’ers
out there with our “Pro Section”
that cuts off about 16 feet
of track, but requires a Racer
with the physical aptitude and
intestinal fortitude to be able to
air it out over a 24 foot wide by 6
foot deep Gulch that is just looking
to swallow up those showing
even the slightest bit of
intimidation.
We are easily accessible by road, train or plane, as
we are located between the Bedford and Somerset Exits of
the PA Turnpike, just off of Rt.219
- a four-lane highway, minutes from the Johnstown Airport,
and the Johnstown Train Station is just a few miles away
in downtown Johnstown.- Over the last few years, we
have been averaging about 75 riders weekly, with many
outside riders showing up for our State Qualifiers.
Racing is generally held Wednesday Nites
over the Summer Months, however, when school is in
session, we switch to weekend races - so check the
schedule when your ready compete on "The Most Enduring
Track in the NBL". We are fully staffed with a group
of Volunteers that are the envy of most tracks.
Plenty of Parking and FREE Camping is available.
We have a fully stocked Concession Stand open at every
event, and during major or invitational races that span
more than one day, the Concession Stand is open and
serves a delicious hot breakfast as well.
If staying in a cozy Hotel is more
your thing, then visit the "Johnstown PA" Website for a
complete and up-to-date list.
http://www.visitjohnstownpa.com/lodging
It is our
goal to provide a safe and enjoyable facility for family
members of all ages and abilities to ride bicycles and
compete in organized races. It is our vision to
become one of the desired stops of every BMX Racer in
the NBL. If there is anything we can do to improve
our facility, please contact any one of our many Volunteers or
Track Officers. We may not have the
ability to implement every change right away - but
believe us when we say that your recommendation won't go
unnoticed.
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Johnstown BMX Officers -
2010 |
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Track Director |
Jim Chilcot |
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Asst Track Directors |
Mike McCall &
Mike Stiffler |
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Secretary |
Heather Layton |
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Asst Secretary |
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Treasurer |
Rob Marhefka |
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Clerk Of
Course |
Jenn
Chilcot |
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Asst Clerk Of Course |
Terry Custer |
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Fundraising Chairperson |
Jodi
Stiffler |
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Asst Fundraising |
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Concession Stand Manager |
Davina Ashcom |
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Track Rider
Reps |
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Contact Us At:
814/BMX
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(814/269-4386)
JohnstownBMX@RocketMail.com
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