BMX racing growing in popularity

Chances are you remember learning how to ride a bike while you were growing up Now some riders are taking it to the next level BMX racing is a growing sport across the country Brad Feldman went to the local track to see what the excitement is all about Sound On the gate riders ready watch the line Kilen Ziegler BMX Rider I m Kilen Ziegler I m ten years old Sound Josh Erdman BMX Rider I m Josh Erdman ah 12 years old Tyler Herman BMX Rider I m Tyler Herman I m 15 and I race BMX Sound It s a fast paced sport Sound One that challenges the veteran riders and those just starting out Like this young six year old who just makes it over the biggest hill on the course Its these kinds of obstacles that awaits each of the racers The slightest mistake could end up costing the racers a lot Josh Erdman BMX Racer Competition I like that Kilen Ziegler BMX Racer I just like how its so tough to do and competition gets up on you and you have to peddle so hard that you win Fasttrax in Bismarck offers this exciting action twice a week Anyone who can peddle a bike is welcome to give the course a shot Different age groups and classes will put you in competition that fits you the best Tyler Herman BMX Racer It s great fun for everyone of all ages Brad Feldman KX News Fasttrax has races on Monday and Thursdays starting at seven p m There is a small registration fee to compete each night This weekend you will also have the chance to see some of the best racers in the region Fasttrax will be hosting a regional rae that will bring about racers from Minnesota South Dakota Iowa and North Dakota The competition begins July 6th and goes through the eighth