FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 April 21, 2015     

Contact: Mike Sakal, Public Information Officer       

Office:  623-882-7053; michael.sakal@goodyearaz.gov

Goodyear pumped about new bike track

What: Ribbon cutting/dedication ceremonies for new Pump Track

When: Saturday, April 25, 8:30 a.m.

Where: Foothills Community Park, 12795 S. Estrella Parkway

                A pump track that promotes fitness and wellness and cycling will be dedicated on Saturday, April 25 at 8:30 a.m. at Foothills Community Park, 12795 S. Estrella Parkway.

                It was constructed over a five-month period with the help of 100 volunteers who donated about 2,500 hours, in addition to 200 staff hours.

The small track, built using as little as 100 feet by 300 feet of land, and is a looping trail system of dirt berms and “rollers” (smooth dirt mounds for pumping) designed for bicycling without the rider pedaling. The name “pump track” comes from the pumping motion used by the rider's upper and lower body as they ride around the track.

“We’re excited about adding this new feature to Foothills Community Park as Goodyear provides some of the best mountain biking in the region,” said David Seid, Goodyear parks and recreation manager.

“It’s a wonderful amenity,” Seid added. “Riding a pump track is a fun and easy way to promote a healthy lifestyle.”

In addition to support from the community, Goodyear received assistance from Grainger Industrial Supply, Newland Communities, and the West Valley Trail Alliance. For more information, call (623) 882-7525.

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