New Bike, New Class & Two Brothers Battle

Last night at Orange Y had all kinds of excitement. Jessi broke in her new race bike, Sean entered into a new class (8 Year Olds) and Ryan and Pierce took 2nd & 3rd in the 7 novice class. The two twins fought it out to the finish with Ryan barely beating Pierce by a half bike length at the finish. Jessi rode a points only race and got third with a big smile on her face. She's a trooper and improves every race. Sean had an off night and crashed pretty good - that's racing. One of the things I did not anticipate when we got started was the lessons in mental toughness that our kids are learning. The races happen quickly and your rider really needs to bounce back or they will beat themselves. It's a great lesson in helpful verses hindering thoughts. It is also really cool to see how quickly the child forgets that devastating event. Who's learning here - makes you wonder. Two more pieces of excitement; all surrounding Sean at the moment. The BIG BMX Birthday Bash on Sunday and converting to clip in pedals. Clipping in helps with power and is the next phase a racer gets to when they learn to balance at the starting gate. Fun stuff - sorry no pics as the camera battery was not charged. Thanks for reading!