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World's Top BMX Racers Gather In Montco For Competition

Some of the best BMX racers in the world are in Montgomery County this weekend.

Some of the best BMX racers in the world are in Montgomery County this weekend as the Stars and Stripes Nationals event takes place in Pottstown.

The event, held at Trilogy Park BMX, will feature top local as well as international competitors.

Among the local competitors is Justin Knapper, the son of the Trilogy Park track operator.

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The event begins at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 6, and 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. on Sunday. Parking is $10 for the day, $30 for the weekend, and camping is $45.

A helpful and free app for racers and spectators is the Valley Forge Sports Playbook, which can be downloaded here.

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Trilogy Park BMX is located on 75 W. King Street. It's among 10 BMX tracks in Pennsylvania.

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