What are they & why are we using them?

Taking the term above back to the basics, the "transponder" is a small part of a complete system. The MyLaps system is a digital timing system made up of sensors. At the beginning of a BMX moto, a sensor starts the race time when the gate is dropped. Then other sensors in the form of wire loops in the ground detect when the 'transponder' on your bike as it passes over the loop. These loops let the race system know a rider ID & the time when you pass over the loop. The system records all the riders & times in that moto, then the finish line loop stops the moto time for each rider. 

SPROCKETS and Transponders

Due to the sports focus on participation and skills for our youngest riders. Those 7yrs & under will not be requiring transponders for any BMXNZ Event. Once these riders turn UCI8 they will need transponders for all Interclubs, Regions Champs and BMXNZ Major Events.

The Transponder

The small red sensor that you attach to your bike is the 'transponder'. This has an id number unique to each transponder. This is so the system can tell when you start & finish & the time you complete a track. Once you have purchased it, you need to go online to register the unit. Once this is done, the ID number is used when you enter a race. Your transponder has a subscription for a set time, generally a year, or you can set that for more. At the end of the term, you will be advised that you need to re-register, this is done easily online in a matter of minutes and you are ready to race again.

MEMBERS: your transponder number must be updated to your current licence form.

When purchasing a new device or requesting a replacement BMXNZ will automatically update your details.

The registrant is able to update their details, including transponder & plate numbers, uploading their photo by completing the Members - Update Details Online Form

For more information visit BMX New Zealand www.bmxnz.co.nz/transponders/transponder-information