BMX Rider

Ethan recently took up the sport of BMX racing. There is a free track a few minutes from our house. We visit the track about once a week. Ethan hasn't competed in a race yet. He is still getting comfortable with all of the hills and turns. The first time he visited the track, he fell at least four times. He didn't realize how hard you have to peddle to make it up some of the steep hills. After his first time around, he did great. We were fortunate that there was an experienced biker there who gave Ethan some tips and encouraged him.

Ethan's grandma and grandpa in Ohio bought him a new BMX bike for his birthday present this year. Ethan was so excited to try it on the track. The bike even has pegs on the front for tricks. I don't see Ethan doing and jumps or wheelies any time soon. Since baseball starts next week, Ethan probably won't race with his bike this year, but look out next summer. Tyler brought his tricycle to the track and showed off his moves. Chris helped Tyler down one of the smaller hills. Chris wants to get his own bike now so he can ride with Ethan. He often rides Ethan's bike around the track. Crazy!