Basel's local mountain Gempen becomes a pump track epicenter
Although the municipality of Gempen has just over 800 inhabitants, it is known as the heart of the Basel mountain bike scene. It has done pioneering work with the construction of the first asphalt pump track in north-western Switzerland. The Gempner mountain bike club "Dorneck Bergfahrer" as the organizer is accordingly proud to be able to host a round of the world championships in its very first year. The fact that the facility meets a great need far beyond the boundaries of the municipality can be seen not least from the fact that the Gempen pump track has been virtually overrun since its opening. The pump track and the associated playground have quickly become a popular meeting place in the village. But it's not just the extremely positive feedback from users that pleases those responsible. "We have already received numerous inquiries from municipalities in the region who want to find out how much such a facility costs and what to look out for when building and operating it," explains OC President Alex Bieger, adding: "We are looking forward to as much competition as possible." Because the pump track virus seems to be contagious, Bieger continues.
Here is the specific information about the World Championship race: On May 17 & 18, the only Swiss race of the Red Bull Pumptrack World Championship will take place on the Gempen pump track. The event begins on Friday, May 17, 2019, at 2 pm with a free practice session. While the big riders get their turn on Saturday, there will be a children's race for the youngest riders on Friday from 6 pm. The aim is to ride two laps with as identical a time as possible. Everyone from 2 to 10 years old can take part. Of course, there are various prizes to be won. There will also be numerous offers for the physical well-being of the young racers and their friends and families.The races will take place throughout the day on Saturday, May 18, 2019. There will be a festival restaurant, sales stands, show rides and much more. Admission on both days is sponsored by the Rennbahnklinik and is therefore free for everyone. Women and men aged 16 and over can take part.Registration at: www. redbullpumptrackworldchampionship.comFurther information at www.pumptrack-gempen.ch
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