May 4-6, 2012 See below for EASY directions and a MAP (mapquest is not the best option)
We are planning to make changes to the track prior to the SCR in April - so be sure and attend the SCR (see below) and get practice on the changed track prior to the national.
Metro BMX
Home of the 2012 May 4-6, 2012
All Race Registration is done through ABA. Pre-sign on their website or at the national
Host Hotel:
Hotel Rosedale (1-800-430-7627)
$55/night (Ask for "BMX" rate)
Large Rooms, great pool, kids toys
Close to track (same exit you take for the track)
Click Here for their website with pictures and info:
Here is a picture of a King Pool Room (w/balcony)
Overnight Camping/RV
$65 the the weekend
(Friday - Sunday)
Includes pull/tow vehicle
If you come in on Thursday afternoon (or before Friday morning 8:00 AM) it is an additional $15
$80 Thursday - Sunday
No reservations taken...No hook-ups...plenty of space (No RVs allowed until Thursday afternoon)
(golf carts, quads, scooters - motorized - not allowed in the track area...only in overnight area)
No digging of fire pits or spikes in asphalt
Parents will be held accountable for their childrens' actions, damages, etc. - Thank you for your help and understanding in protecting the complex.
Parking:
$10/day or $25 for the weekend
There is a GREAT grass ball diamond adjacent to the track for day canopies...great place to hang out between motos
Coming Up Before the National.....
State Championship Races (Double Pointer)
Saturday, April 7th, 2012
Sign-ups: 10:30 - 12:00 Noon
$25 class/cruiser
Track changes prior to this race...so don't miss out practicing on the changed track prior to the national.
Awesome Snack Bar...WE DO FOOD! And your wallet will love it!!
Named one of the best snack bars in ABA!
No need to stop by fast food...grab it at the track. Fresh cooked! Breakfast is ready by 7:00 AM... Check out the Menu...
$4.00 Monster Breakfast Burrito (Egg, Cheese, Bacon or Sausage)
$3.50 Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
$3.50 Protein Bowl (Eggs, Bacon or Sausage & Cheese)
$1.50 Muffin
$1.00 Donut
$1.00 Yogurt
$1.00 Fresh Fruit (Banana / Orange)
$1.50 Hot Dog $3.50 Sub Sandwich (Ham & Cheese or Turkey & Cheese-you put on your own toppings)
$2.50 Chili Cheese Hot Dog $5.00 Spaghetti w/roll
$2.50 ¼ lb. Hamburger $3.00 Green Salad
$3.00 ¼ lb. Cheeseburger
$4.00 ¼ lb. Bacon Cheeseburger
$3.50 ¼ lb. Polish or Hot Link Sandwich $2.00 Nachos
$5.00 Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich $2.00 Frito Boat
$5.50 BBQ'd Tri-Tip Steak Sandwich
(Made with Metro's famous – secret seasoning!)
Homemade Salsa and BBQ Sauce available
(Condiments include: Tomatoes, Onions, Lettuce, Pickles, Relish, Jalapenos, Salsa, Hot Peppers, Mayo, Mustard, Ketchup, BBQ, Hot Sauce, Ranch)
$1.00 Soda (Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Mtn. Dew, A&W Root Beer)
$2.00 Gatorade (20 oz lemon-lime, orange, fruit punch)
$2.50 Gatorade (32 oz blue frost or purple)
$3.00 Monster Energy Drink (Reg & Lo-Carb)
$1.00 Bottled Water $1.00 Large Candy/Snack
$1.00 Coffee $ .50 Small Candy/Snack
$1.50 Orange Juice $1.00 Icee Push Up or Ice Cream Sandwich
5 lb. bag of ice…$6.00
Prices subject to change
If you need directions please follow the directions below...they are extremely easy! If you mapquest...trust me you might be all over the place.
Directions: Highway 99 to the 178 East (it will say "Downtown"), Take that to Chester Avenue and turn left. Take Chester (about 1 1/2 miles...follow the signs to the Kern County Museum) to the Bakersfield Blaze (Sam Lynn) Ballpark Complex (3805 Chester Avenue). Turn left into the complex and follow the road all the way to the back...and you're there!