Ride On! New BMX Track in Central New York is for Toddlers Only

When they say you can start them young, this BMX community took that message to heart.

Who knew there were many places around to race and train for BMX in Central New York? What we thought was just something cool to watch on T.V. or YouTube is actually a hobby you can pick up locally for yourself.

Not only that, but your kids can join in on the fun too.

Credit - CNY BMX via Facebook

CNY BMX is a local track and non-organization in Bridgewater, New York. They're located at 408 Pritchard Avenue, right off of Route 8 behind the Bridgewater Free Library and Justice Court.

They've always hosted riders of all ages, but now they have a special track just for your little ones. Recently, the community came together to construct a "strider track" on the property. It's a multi-level loop, filled with hills, divots and lights just like the main course.

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