New Public Track Ideas/Suggestions/Guidance?

[maverick]

Hi All,

I recently got back into riding after a fifteen year absence. For the most part, my rediscovery of riding (especially the new four stroke technology) has been a pleasure. I had forgotten how much fun I used to have as a kid on my trusty 84 KX 125. However, there have been two problems that I (and maybe some others) have encountered along the way. a lack of good public riding areas and what I call 'beginner intimidation' at the track.
Back when I was 15 with no money there was nothing I could do about these problems. But now that I'm 31 with good credit (still no money), I think I can do something. I'm thinking of buying some land and building a public track or two.
Has anyone here done or attempted to do this? Any suggestions or helpfull advice would be appreciated? What things should I do? What things should I avoid? What ordinaces should I watch-out for? Who else should I talk to? Who should I not talk to? Etc, etc, etc? Thanks in advance for all your help! This is a great, informative site! Max

 

[DAVE C]

:) First, I applaud you for wanting to build a "public" track! I want to do the same, but money is currently residing in more practical places. Second, I would draft some sort of waiver. However, I know that a waiver will not release you totally from liability should an unfortunate accident occur. Basically just make a safe track (no lipped out double and triple landers) and hopefully everything will be fine. Third, it is your land. Nobody can tell you what to do on your land as long as you aren't doing anything illegal. Don't let anybody tell you that you can't do it! Again, it is people like you that keep the sport alive! Good luck!!!:aj: <--- Just couldn't resist.:D

 

[Stretch374]

Make a plan.

Costs:

1.) Cost of Land (buy or Lease)
2.) Check with county and city about zoning, permits, noise pollution laws
2.) Yearly Taxes on Land
3.) Liability Ins.
4.) Needed Equipment (Tractor, bull dozer, water)
5.) Frustrations, mean people, Personal finance risk
6.) Personal time.
7.) Hiring help.



Income:
1.) Advertising dollars. Check with local MX shops about sponsorship, sign placement.
2.) Calculate how many riders at $10 dollars a bike you would need to break even every month.
3.) Satisfaction, Fun, Friendships. These are pluses that are hard to measure.


I wish you luck and if you get something up and going post it on DRN.