race meetings at the North Shore, Devonshire track.

And the sport is fast turning into one of Bermuda's most popular, especially among the youngsters.

Racing last Saturday saw events in three separate divisions with John Cook emerging triumphant among the 15-and-over age group, followed by Arthur Pitcher and Tekle Ming.

Eric Simpson took the honours in the 12-14 division followed by Kalen Marshall and Lemar Caines while Karlos Woods came out tops in the 9-11 group. Justin Pitcher placed second and Joseph Smith third.

Next race day is December 12 when the race finals will be held along with a jumping and freestyle competition.

The trophy presentation is slated for December 19 when racing for girls will also be held. Sponsors have provided three bicycles for females who haven't been able to seriously compete this season. Events have been scheduled in the over-13, 11-12 and 8-10 divisions.

Added activity for the riders will also be scheduled over the Christmas holidays. More information on BMX racing can be obtained from Keith Simmons at 295-7376.

FOLLOW THE LEADER -- Arthur Pitcher and John Cook jostle for the lead, closely followed by Tekle Ming, during BMX racing last Saturday. Cook came out ahead with Pitcher placing second and Ming third.

BUMPY RIDE -- Youngsters negotiate a series of humps on the BMX track at Loyal Hill in Devonshire.

UP AND OVER -- Tekle Ming, third in the 15-and-over age group, takes one of the jumps at the North Shore BMX track during racing last Saturday.