WEST CONFEDERATION BICYCLE PUMP TRACK IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!
A UNIQUE BIKING AMENITY
Bicycle pump tracks are highly popular destinations that become a hive of community activity. Riders enjoy practicing the basic skills of carrying momentum, improving balance and building speed by using their arms and legs to pump their bike around the track. As riders improve their skills, the tracks are designed to provide the option for more challenges with increased speed and skill, without needing to change the construction. Bicycle pump tracks ensure biking is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of age or ability.
Check our other Bicycle Pump Tracks in the City! South Glenmore Park and Inglewood
PARK FEATURES
Intermediate + beginner tracks for all ages and abilities
Ample seating
Well connected to city pathway systems
Parking
Access to public washrooms
Tracks are built to racing standard quality (eg. Red Bull Pump Track World Champion)
PARK LOCATION
The bicycle pump track will be located in the SE corner of West Confederation Park off of 19 Street NW
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Is there an age range or skill level needed to use the bicycle pump track?
A: Bicycle pump tracks are suitable for all ages and abilities. As seen in our pump track in Inglewood, two separate tracks were created - a small one for beginners and younger riders as well as a larger one for more experienced riders! We have seen people aged from 3-50+ enjoy these community amenities.
Q: Do I need a specific type of bike to use the bicycle pump track?
A: Bicycle pump tracks are best suited for BMX style bikes, but all bicycles will work just fine! Even young riders on strider bikes can utilize the pump track to improve their balance.
Q: Do bicycle pump tracks have specific hours?
A: Bicycle pump tracks are available for use during daylight hours.
Q: How will people access this bicycle pump track location?
A: This location is well connected to the city pathway systems which means users can ride their bikes from their homes directly to the track. Users may also load up their bikes and drive to the track.
Q:Will there be parking available?
A: Yes, there is a parking lot across the street that riders can use.
Q: Will there be staff onsite supervising the track?
A: No, bicycle pump tracks are to be used by riders at their own risk. We will make every effort to properly socialize the park when it first opens to ensure users know the proper etiquette and rules to later share with new visitors. There will also be significant signage on site explaining the rules of the track.
Q: When will this bicycle pump track open?
A: The bicycle pump track will be built and open this year. The construction goal is to be complete by fall 2022.
Q: Are there washrooms?
A: Yes, there are seasonal washrooms located at the splash park to the North West of the track.
Q: Why was this site chosen?
A: This location was chosen for a variety of reasons. With the increasing popularity of pump tracks there was a need for one in the northern part of the city. The broader community expressed interest in this type of amenity which will compliment the already existing park space which features a splash park, playground, baseball diamond and tennis courts. This location also has good proximity to parking, public washrooms and regional pathways for easy access via bicycle.
Q: Will the site be noisy?
A: Bicycle pump tracks are no noisier than a normal playground.
Q: What will happen with garbage from additional users?
A: There will be garbage bins and collection on site.
PUMP TRACK TIPS & TRICKS
For more information or specific questions please email mtoms@parksfdn.com
Parks Foundation would like to thank PrairiesCan and The City of Calgary for their financial contributions that will help bring this project to life
