You can use virtually any wheeled vehicle on a PumpTrack: bicycles, BMX bikes, skateboards, scooters, inline skates, and even balance bikes for the very little ones. The track is designed for all ages and skill levels, from toddlers to adults. In this article, we answer the most frequently asked questions about which sports and activities are possible on a PumpTrack.
Which vehicles and equipment are suitable for a PumpTrack?
A PumpTrack is suitable for virtually any wheeled vehicle: bicycle, BMX, mountain bike, skateboard, scooter, inline skates and balance bikeThat makes it one of the most versatile sports facilities you can build. As long as you are on wheels, you can use the track.
The asphalt surface of a professional PumpTrack plays a major role in this. Asphalt offers grip, is smooth enough for skateboards and inline skates, and sturdy enough for heavier bikes such as mountain bikes or BMX bikes. This is immediately an advantage over wooden or concrete tracks, which are less universal.
Regarding equipment: wearing a helmet is mandatory on Velosolutions PumpTracks. Additionally, wrist guards and knee pads are recommended for skateboarding or inline skating. You do not need any special clothing or expensive equipment. You simply grab your bike or skateboard and hit the track.
- Bike (from balance bike to racing bike)
- BMX bike
- Mountain bike
- Skateboard
- Step / scooter
- Inline skates
- Wheelchair (with sufficient driving skills)
View our completed projects to see how widespread its use is in practice.
How does a PumpTrack differ from a skatepark in terms of sports opportunities?
A PumpTrack and a skatepark look similar at first glance, but they are two fundamentally different facilities. A skatepark is primarily designed for skateboarding and sometimes BMX, while a PumpTrack is suitable for all wheeled vehicles. That difference has major implications for who you reach as a municipality or recreation park.
At a skatepark, obstacles such as rails, ledges, and bowls are intended for tricks and freestyle. This requires a certain skill level and primarily attracts a specific group of young people. A PumpTrack works differently: the track consists of a continuous circuit of rollers and gradual turns that you ride through by “pumping” with your body. That principle works for everyone, regardless of age or vehicle.
In practical terms, this also means that a PumpTrack attracts a wider audience. Parents ride along with their children. Adults train their fitness. Skaters practice their balance. And a group of teenagers on BMX can use the same track at the same time as a toddler on a balance bike, without getting in each other's way.
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Is a PumpTrack also suitable for beginners and young children?
Yes, a PumpTrack is perfectly suited for beginners and young children. The track has no steep drops or dangerous obstacles and is designed so that you can start at your own pace. Children from about two years old can already ride along on a balance bike.
Most children learn the pumping itself—moving your body up and down to generate speed without pedaling—surprisingly quickly. The track provides immediate feedback: if you do it right, you go faster. That makes it fun and motivating, even for people who have never been on a PumpTrack before.
For young children, it is also nice that a asphalt PumpTrack it is a closed circuit. There is no traffic, no high structures, and no complicated rules. Parents can ride along or watch while their child safely takes to the track. This builds confidence in both children and parents.
Which sports are the most popular on a PumpTrack in the Netherlands?
Being in the Netherlands bicycles and BMX the most popular activities on a PumpTrack, followed by skateboarding and scootering. This aligns with the broad cycling culture in the Netherlands, but also with the growing popularity of urban sports such as BMX freestyle and skateboarding.
The mix varies by location. In residential areas, you see many young children on bicycles and scooters. At tracks near skateparks or sports complexes, the use of skateboards and BMX bikes is greater. Recreation parks and campsites notice that guests of all ages use the track, making the PumpTrack one of the busiest facilities on the premises.
Inline skating on a PumpTrack is also gaining popularity, especially now that urban sports are making a strong advance in 2026. The smooth asphalt surface is ideal for skates, and the circuit format fits well with the technique skaters already know.
Can a PumpTrack also be used for sports and school events?
Absolutely. A PumpTrack is perfectly suited for organized events, from school sports days to local competitions and community events. The closed circuit makes it easy to organize time trials or challenges, and the track is accessible to all skill levels.
Primary schools are increasingly using PumpTracks as part of their PE lessons or outdoor play activities. Children learn balance, coordination, and perseverance on them, without needing any special sports knowledge. For a PE teacher, the track is easy to use: there is no need to explain competition rules, because the track speaks for itself.
For municipalities, this offers added value. A PumpTrack is not only a daily play area, but also a location for neighborhood activities, sports promotion events, or collaboration with schools. This increases the social impact of the investment and makes the facility more visible in the neighborhood.
How Velosolutions helps with a versatile PumpTrack for your municipality or recreation park
We have been building PumpTracks in the Netherlands for over 12 years and have realized more than 100 of them. As part of the global Velosolutions network with 35 partners, we know exactly what works for municipalities, recreation parks, and campsites. Every track we build is custom-designed and fully complies with Dutch WAS legislation and NEN-EN14974.
- Suitable for all wheels: bicycle, BMX, skateboard, scooter, inline skates and balance bike
- Sustainable asphalt with a lifespan of at least 20 years and a 5-year warranty
- Completely unburdened: from design and construction to annual inspection and maintenance, also available via a maintenance contract
- Broad target audience reach: from toddler to adult, including users of manual wheelchairs
- Proven concept: more than 100 tracks in the Netherlands, the only UCI-certified track in the world
Read more about us and discover how we have been helping municipalities and recreation parks with sustainable sports facilities for over a decade. Would you like to know what a PumpTrack can mean for your location? Request a no-obligation consultation and we are happy to think along with you.
