Huntington — The Hatfield-McCoy Trail System will be the exclusive off-road trail sponsor of the 2010 Action Sports Arenacross Championship. 

“This is one of the most exciting and competitive indoor motocross racing events around the country,” said Jeffrey Lusk, executive director, Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority.  “We are really excited to be part of bringing this opportunity to Huntington,”

The event takes place Friday and Saturday night February 12 and 13, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at Big Sandy Superstore Arena, he said.  The Huntington event historically draws more than 500 mini, amateur, and pro riders and nearly 10,000 loyal motorcycle racing fans.

Competitors beginning at 5-years-old, on 50cc mini bikes, along with amateur and professional riders of all age skill levels will compete each nights.

“Many of the professional riders are seeking stardom on the national racing circuit,” said Mike Pinkerton, Hatfield-McCoy Trails marketing director.  “They will be competing for over $6,000 in prize money, so it’s pretty serious in there.  People come to ride, and ride their best.”

The race track is described as “a thrill-seekers dream” with double, triple and tabletop jumps promise to “keep the riders flying over 60 feet through the air all weekend long.”

Doors open Friday and Saturday night at 6 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. show.  Advance tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com, at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena Box office, or may be charged by phone at 304-696-4400. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the show. Children’s tickets are half price. All seats are reserved.

 The Hatfield-McCoy Trial System was created by the West Virginia Legislature to generate economic development through tourism in nine southern West Virginia counties, according to Lusk. The system currently operates six systems with more than 500 miles of trails. The trails are open 365 days a year to ATVs, dirt bikes, select utility vehicles (UTVs), mountain bikes, horses, and hikers. Many also offer community connecting trails that allow visitors to access “ATV-friendly towns.” Call 1-800-592-2217 or visit www.trailsheaven.com for more information.