18-19 September, 2009 Chula Vista, USA

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2 18-19 September, 2009 Chula Vista, USA Located on the coastline of Southern California, San Diego is a picture of perfection, consistently 72 degrees and sunny. California s second largest city, with a population of 1.3 million residents, it is home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches and attractions. With more than 70 miles of coastline to the Pacific Ocean, San Diego is a year round host to surfing, sailing, boating, swimming and anything else you'd like to do under the sun. There is also no shortage of attractions to keep you entertained during your stay here including historic Balboa Park, LEGOLAND California, Sea World, the world-famous San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park. From Del Mar to Downtown, Carlsbad to Coronado, San Diego's experience is second to none. For more information on San Diego's events, sights and attractions visit Official website; Venue The event will be held at the U.S. Olympic training centre and their BMX Supercross replica track of the 2008 Olympics. The U.S. Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista is the first USOC training facility to be master-planned from the ground up and is dedicated to the development of America's future Olympic athletes. The year-round, warm-weather facility in Chula Vista, Calif., was a gift to the United States Olympic Committee from the San Diego National Sports Training Foundation, a group of dedicated business and community leaders, and volunteers who raised the funds to build the Center. The Training Center rests on a 150-acre complex adjacent to Lower Otay Lake in San Diego County. The center has sport venues and support facilities for nine Olympic sports: archery, canoe/kayak, cycling, field hockey, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, and track & field. Directions: From I-5, take 54 East to I-805 into Chula Vista Exit Olympic Parkway Drive approximately eight miles and turn right into the Copley Visitor Center. U.S. Olympic Training Center 2800 Olympic Parkway Chula Vista, CA jlindstrom Page 2 8/11/2009

3 Hotels Host Hotel Hilton - San Diego Mission Valley - hotel web page 901 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA Heated Outdoor Pool, Jacuzzi/Whirlpool, Complimentary Health Club Full Service Business Center / Room Service (6:00AM 11:00PM) / Complimentary USA Today / Smoke-free hotel / Same-day Dry Cleaning/Laundry Accessible rooms Service Complimentary transportation to the San Diego Trolley, Fashion Valley and Mission Valley shopping centers based upon availability Within walking distance to restaurants and shopping Valet or underground self-parking is available at additional cost Discount tickets to SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and other local attractions ROOM RATE Room Single /Double Rate Run of House $ The rate is available three days prior and three days after the official event dates based upon availability. Rates net, and subject to the city occupancy tax currently 12.5% Group will receive complimentary internet in sleeping rooms and discounted parking of $7 (normally $14) A complimentary Lounge Room will be available to all BMX guests, equipped game stations, TV s, computers and lounge chairs La Quinta Inn - San Diego Chula Vista - hotel web page 150 Bonita Rd. Chula Vista, CA (619) opt. 6 $79 per night for a King Standard Room or a Standard Two Double Beds. Comfort Inn & Suites 632 E Street, Chula Vista, CA Phone: Room Rate: $89 Holiday Inn Express San Diego Downtown 1430 Seventh Avenue, San Diego, CA Phone: Room Rate: $69 jlindstrom Page 3 8/11/2009

Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel - hotel web page 1433 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 619-260-0111 Rate of $109 per night for a single or double(2 queen beds) Link to Google Maps Team Area

4 Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel - hotel web page 1433 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA Rate of $109 per night for a single or double(2 queen beds) Link to Google Maps Team Area UCI Supercross Teams will have exclusive access to the Team Compound which will include the following: Rider Lounge 30' x 50' Tent. The team manager and rider lounge will be open during SX Event times with a limited menu of water and fruit. Team Tents 10' x 10' - $500; price includes one 8' table and chairs based on the number requested 10' x 20' - $750; price includes one 8' table and chairs based on the number requested Must be Reserved in advance: Reservations: Contact Shannon Phone: x Shannon@ababmx.com jlindstrom Page 4 8/11/2009

5 Event Schedule Thursday 17 September 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM Registration 9:00 AM - 09:55 AM Elite Women Practice - Group C 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM Elite Men Practice - Group A 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM Elite Men Practice - Group B ABA Hall Of Fame ( At San Diego Hall of 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Champions) Friday 18 September 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM Transponder fitting 4:00 PM - 4:55 PM Elite Women Practice - Group C 5:00 PM - 5:55 PM Elite Men Practice - Group B 6:00 PM - 6:55 PM Elite Men Practice - Group A 7:00 PM - 7:20 PM Elite Women Time trials qualification #1 7:20 PM - 8:50 PM Elite Men Time trials qualification #1 8:50 PM - 9:00 PM Elite Women Time trials qualification #2 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM Elite Men Time trials qualification #2 Saturday 19 September 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Swatch Signature Session 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM Warm up Elite Men 5:50 AM - 6:15 PM Warm up Elite Women 6:30 PM - 8:50 PM Elite Men 1/8 Finals 1st round Elite Women 1/4 Finals 1 Elite Men 1/8 Finals 2 Elite Women 1/4 Final 2 Elite Men 1/8 Finals 3 Elite Women 1/4 Final 3 8:30 AM - 8:45 PM Elite Men Quarterfinal 8:55 PM - 9:05 PM Elite Women Semifinal 9:05 PM - 9:15 PM Elite Men Semifinal 9:20 PM - 9:35 PM Elite Women Final 9:35 PM - 9:45 PM Elite Men final 9:55 PM - 10:00 PM Awards ceremony Event schedule subject to changes jlindstrom Page 5 8/11/2009

6 ABA Hall Of Fame Seven legendary members of the BMX Racing and Freestyle community will be inducted into the National BMX Hall of Fame at the San Diego Hall of Champions on September 17, The Chula Vista Olympic Training Center will be the new home of the National BMX Hall of Fame and on Friday, September 18, 2009 at 10:00 am there will be a dedication ceremony to unveil the new facility at the training center. The seven honorees represent BMX racing and Freestyle BMX from the 1970 s and 1980 s and one industry contributor. The inductees are Danny Oakley (1960 s and 1970 s pioneer); D.D. Leone (1980 s Professional Racer); Troy Lee (BMX Industry contributor, Troy Lee Designs); R.L. Osborn and Mike Buff (legendary BMX Action Trick Team); Eddie Fiola (freestyle Pioneer); Jeremy McGrath (past BMXer lifetime achievement award). There will also be special recognition given to Clayton John (retired ABA President) and Bernie Anderson (retired ABA Chairman of the Board), current BMX Hall of Fame members, for their recent induction into the U.S. Bicycling Hall Of Fame in Davis, CA. It is a great honor to induct these individuals into the National BMX Hall of Fame and it is only appropriate that these individual's accomplishments will be highlighted for future generations in the BMX Hall of Fame stated B.A. Anderson, American Bicycle Association s CEO. ABA BMX Hall Of Fame San Diego Hall of Champions 2131 Pan American Plaza San Diego, CA :30 PM -7:00 PM Ticket Will Call 6:00 PM -7:00 PM Reception 6:00 PM -9:00 PM Induction Ceremony Ticketing ORGANISER ABA American Bicycle Association Mr B.A. Anderson 1645 W. Sunrise Blvd. Gilbert, AZ ba@ababmx.com jlindstrom Page 6 8/11/2009

CONTENTS 1. WELCOME & INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION REGISTRATION TEAM BIBS ACCREDITATION (teams)...

Page 1 CONTENTS 1. WELCOME & INTRODUCTION... 3 2. GENERAL INFORMATION... 4 3. REGISTRATION... 5 4. TEAM BIBS... 8 5. ACCREDITATION (teams)... 8 6. EVENT SCHEDULE... 9 7. TEAM AREA / TENTS... 10 8. UCI