Karratha BMX Club

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What You Will Need

What You Will Need

YOU WILL NEED

There are some specific requirements regarding clothing and bike specifications for BMX, this is enforced for safety reasons.

CLOTHING

ALL riders require:

Long pants, tapered in at the ankle,
Long sleeve shirt or riding jersey, tapered in at the wrist.
Enclosed shoes

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

ALL riders require:

Gloves, full hand gloves, any type,
Full face helmet,
Clip shoes can be worn by riders 13+ only.

BIKES

BMX bikes must NOT have:

A stand (kickstand)
Guards - chainguard, mudguards
Reflectors
No front brakes
No back pedal brakes

BMX bikes must have:

Rear hand brake
Handlebar hand grips, including bar ends – no exposed metal
Can be a 20”, 24” Cruiser.
Riders 8+ require a Transponder - these can be purchased from the Club.
Plate with registration number - these can be purchased from the Club.

If you require assistance or some advice on equipment and clothing, contact one of our Committee Members and they will be able to assist.