Above: Open BMX competitor Jamie Collie, who placed third, flies during Wednesday’s competition.A STRONG crowd of more than 250 watched 50 bikers and skaters show off their silky skills at the PB Ronald Reserve Skate Park last week.
Ollies and fakies were just some of the tricks the skaters performed on Wednesday before the BMX riders had their turn on the park.
The school holiday event was hosted by Cardinia Shire Council Youth Services in partnership with Uniting Care Connections.
Youth Participation and Access officer Kelly Hicks said everyone was well behaved and had a good time.
Cactus Black and Bear Bikes provided the prizes, while South East Water kept the competitors hydrated.
YMCA Riverslide were MCs for the event.
The next Skate and BMX Competition will be held at the Pakenham Skate Park on Saturday, 12 April as part of National Youth Week.
