The Sooner National is over for another year.
As it has been in previous years a very competitive weekend of races for
the Central US.
If you were not here then you missed more than competitive racing, you
missed a huge group focused on our great sport.
I would like to say to each and every one of you who came to 'our' race
here in Oklahoma a huge THANK YOU.
I say this not only as a Track Operator but as a BMX parent, BMX racer
and only one individual involved in BMX.
Not only was this weekend a very successful race and very good for
Sooner Pearl BMX but it was an opportunity for me to get to know more of
you who make up the fine sport.
I had time to talk to many people this weekend. One being Pierce Barker
of Pro-Gate. I have to say I had seen his product in action before at
another ABA National event and was impressed. Now that I have had the
time to set down and talk to Pierce 'one on one'  I have seen something
I did not see before. First I saw and talked to one person who does not
race BMX but is more dedicated to the sport than many racers. Not only
an knowledgeable, dedicated and honorable person, a but a down to earth
man who is very interested and involved in BMX racing. Pierce is someone
who has taken his knowledge and built upon it to make this a better
sport. Many of you know me and many don't. Some say I have a way of
seeing things in a different light (if you will) and this weekend I saw
a bright light for BMX. Not only for ABA, NBL, UCI or any sanction but
for the riders. One thing I have always worked for since becoming
involved in BMX is rider safety. Saying that, I believe Pro-Gate is the
future of gate systems in BMX. No, Pierce didn't pay me to say any of
this. I say it for the riders and because this is one thing which is
true BMX and that is 'it is a time for a change'. I say thank you to
Pierce for his time this weekend. I think he understands better than
most! That being said see for yourself.
Once again we here in Oklahoma were fortunate to have a National race in
Guthrie. Yes I do think this is a great race. Yes there will be a 2007
Sooner National (straight from Clayton) and yes it is a very successful
race for racers, vendors and ABA. Not only that but there are great
people here and good people who recognize this is one great race to
compete in each year. This state is a sports state and it looks as if
BMX is one sport which will stay and grow here in Oklahoma for a long
time on the National level.
I want to again say THANK YOU to everyone who came to the 2006 Sooner
Nationals.
I want to invite everyone back again next year, if you don't come then
you WILL miss one of the best ABA Nationals.
Now that this years National is over (and like many other sporting
events) plans have already started for 2007.
I invite you to come next year and see what we have in store for ABA BMX
in 2007and hope you have a great 2006 race season.
Loved every minute of it!
Richard Axtell
Track Operator, Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City, OK
Co-sponsor of the 2007 Sooner National

PS. I have to include our Co-sponsor track Yukon BMX. Yes they have a
great facility and it is good to be involved with their track and the
Sooner National each year.
And last but not least a thanks to ABA for giving us the chance to have
this race and for coming to Oklahoma to build some awesome tracks and
great friends
See YOU next year!!

The Sooner National is just around the corner and things are heating up
here in the Oklahoma City area ahead of this ABA National race.
Sooner Pearl BMX and Yukon BMX will be closed the weekend of this race.
If you want to see us and race with our local riders be sure and attend
the races in Guthrie.
Both tracks will be set up in the arena and both tracks will be selling
50/50 during the weekend. Need some gas money to get home? Buy those
50/50 tickets and maybe the gas will be FREE!
We want to see you there and you don't want to miss this National race.
The PRO's will be there will YOU?
Looking to come to Guthrie? Have a room yet? Get info on local
hotels/motels or a map to get to the arena on okbmx.com on the HOT NEWS
page.
All of us here want to wish everyone a safe trip here, the best of luck
at the races and a safe trip home.
We will see you there!

Richard Axtell
Track Operator, Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City, OK
okbmx.com

Now is the time to look for your 2006 District number on the ABA web
site as 2005 POINTS ARE FINAL.
Congratulations to all District OK01 riders for their hard work to get a
LOW number for 2006.
A job well done by all.

As you may well know the 2006 season has already started.
The next race for 2006 is at Yukon BMX, Saturday January 21st. Sign ups
are from 12:30 to 1:00pm.
Sooner Pearl BMX will be racing Sunday January 22nd. Sign ups from 1:00
to 2:00pm. (weather permitting).
The 2006 season has already proven to be as competitive as last year and
is going strong now. We invite all riders to come out to race in 2006
and want to remind riders the Sooner Nationals are just a short 14 days
away. Now is the time to start working on your racing skills for this
important race. We invite all ABA racers to the Sooner Nationals and
wish all the best of luck racing this National event. This will be an
important race, there will be riders from all over the USA and Canada
attending. With this race only a few minutes away it is a great place to
race, meet other racers and see your friends from other ABA tracks.

Plans are already underway for the next big 400 POINT WEEKEND. Coming
SOON to race tracks near you. The rider count will prove to be better
than the last race set and YOU don't want to miss these races. Sooner
Pearl BMX gave away a $25 gift certificate to Circuit City on January
15th and had 50/50 winners on both days (14th and 15th). Who knows what
is in store for YOU when racing the 400 POINT WEEKEND in February.

Thank you,
Richard Axtell
Track Operator, Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City, OK

Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City
January 1st, 2006
Sign Ups from 1-2pm
Regular race fees have changed and are as follows. $6 - ribbon or $10 -
trophy.
We will have several items to give away like FLY Racing banners, hats
and other items.
We want to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year and welcome everyone
to open the 2006 season.
We look forward to having each of you out racing Sunday.

We still have 3 helmets for sale at $50 as FLY Racing.

New members can sign up for a membership and race free Sunday and 3
other times these next 3 months.
There are rules that apply listed below.
ABA members who want to renew their membership will also race free on
Sunday again rules apply listed below.
Racers who want can also take advantage of a One Day FREE membership.

Rules for above offers.
Riders will need to print a copy of this message and present it at Sign ups.
New membership offer applies to the first 5 riders at Sign up time.
Current member offer applies to the first 5 riders at Sign up time.
We will not Sign up early nor will we take any applications early.
You must be in line and present your printed copy of this message to
take advantage of these offers.
All points will apply to Sooner Pearl BMX.
Offer is void without your printed copy of our offer sheet
Offer is only good to the first ten people that see Richard Axtell at
Sign up time 1-2pm with their offer sheet in hand.
First come, first served.........

Thank you,
Richard Axtell
Track Operator, Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City, OK
405-235-3602
okbmx.com

Due to events beyond our control Sooner Pearl BMX will not race on
Saturday Dec. 10 or Sunday Dec. 11.
Sorry but we will be open to race on January 1st (weather permitting)
Sign ups will be at our regular time 1-2pm.
Thank you,
Richard Axtell
Track Operator, Sooner Pearl BMX Raceway
Oklahoma City, OK

Your secret call may be worth $1,000
ALL CALLS WILL REMAIN ANONYMOUS!

Im not sure if anyone knows him anymore since it has been quite some
time since he stepped foot out at Sooner Pearl, but I thought I might
pass this information along.

Jeff Renaud, father of Ronnie Renaud, and Brandon Renaud was killed
sunday night while riding his motorcycle. Apparently he was hit by a
car that was hit by another car. The driver sped of that caused the
accident. I do not believe that have caught them yet. His funeral is
set for tomorrow in mustang, but I cannot remember the name of the
place. His obit was in yesterdays paper if anyone wants to attend.

Hi Mike. Sounds like you have had to make some major decisions
lately.  :)  Can you tell me where the bike shop is located?

Paula

At 09:31 PM 6/23/2005, you wrote:
>Hello bicycle enthusiasts,
>
>   After hours, days, and weeks of contemplating.  We have decided that
> the bike business is not the right business for us at this time.
> Therefore we're going to sell the shop.
>   Not that we don't love riding bikes and providing the best service to
> our customers.  We're just not avid bikers. This would be an excellent
> opportunity for someone who is more involved with the biking community
> than we are. Someone that doesn't have a 14 month old daughter and a 2
> week old son. With an owner who is able to get out to all or most of the
> MTB races, BMX races, and ROAD BIKE events it could be an awesome
> shop.  All the repair tools, parts, literature, bike racks, displays,
> etc. is already in place and waiting for someone to take over.
>   Serious enquiries only please, e-mail or call.
>
>Thanks,
>Mike Thompson
>shop-(405) 769-2102
>cell-(405) 613-9467
>e-mail mrt71@...
>




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Hi Mike. Sounds like you have had to make some major decisions
lately.  :)  Can you tell me where the bike shop is located?

Paula

At 09:31 PM 6/23/2005, you wrote:
>Hello bicycle enthusiasts,
>
>   After hours, days, and weeks of contemplating.  We have decided that
> the bike business is not the right business for us at this time.
> Therefore we're going to sell the shop.
>   Not that we don't love riding bikes and providing the best service to
> our customers.  We're just not avid bikers. This would be an excellent
> opportunity for someone who is more involved with the biking community
> than we are. Someone that doesn't have a 14 month old daughter and a 2
> week old son. With an owner who is able to get out to all or most of the
> MTB races, BMX races, and ROAD BIKE events it could be an awesome
> shop.  All the repair tools, parts, literature, bike racks, displays,
> etc. is already in place and waiting for someone to take over.
>   Serious enquiries only please, e-mail or call.
>
>Thanks,
>Mike Thompson
>shop-(405) 769-2102
>cell-(405) 613-9467
>e-mail mrt71@...
>




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Sooner Pearl BMX
October 3rd 2004
Regular single point race
Sign ups 1-2pm
$5 Ribbon
$8 Trophy
$8 Saver Stamps
okbmx.com
405-235-3602