Hundreds of BMX bicycles went charging around the Trilogy Park track Saturday as riders hoping to make a name for themselves competed in the Quaker State National BMX race.
Male and female riders from along the East Coast, and of all ages, shapes and sizes were out despite the sweltering temperatures on the track. As their name, age and class blared out of the loudspeakers that were perched above the track, many riders pushed faster to cheers from the crowd.
The US Mountain Bike Hall of Fame (MBHOF) announced five inductees for 2012 on its website. They include Dave House, Ruthie Matthes, Gary Sjoquist, Monte Ward and Bob Woodward. The 2012 induction ceremony will be held on Wednesday, September 19 at Interbike in Las Vegas, Nevada at 6:00 pm.
Each year, the MBHOF inducts between three and seven individuals or groups, except for the first year (1988) when there were 10 members inducted. Past inductees, selected press and current paid members of the MBHOF vote for nominees to determine who will be each year’s new inductees  … More
The top 40 riders compete at the ultimate venue in downhill mountainbiking, Red Bull Rampage 2012. Considered the pinnacle of free riding, check out the teaser of one of the most adrenaline filled competitions in action sports.Â