Development Underway for Max Trax Cycle Hub

Development Underway for Max Trax Cycle Hub

Max Trax CIC, Step Up MCR, Manchester Active, and Manchester City Council are thrilled to announce that the development of the Max Trax Cycle Hub at Delamere Park is officially underway.

A dream come true

For those who have followed this journey, you’ll know that this is a dream come true, especially for Kerrie, the heart and soul of Max Trax CIC and finalist for the Manchester Sports Awards 2024 Community Project of the Year Award.

Max Rimmer-Chambers was an incredible little boy adored by his family and friends, Max loved riding bikes, scooters, and anything on wheels around Delamere Park

After losing her little boy at the age of four in 2017, Kerrie set out to honour Max’s memory. Kerrie worked tirelessly to make the idea of a community led cycle track a reality, along with the love and support of her family, neighbours and the community. 

Step Up MCR has worked with Kerrie since 2019 to catalyse Max Trax from a brilliant idea into a sustainable community organisation. A real “pinch-me” moment, this announcement sees five years of hard work pay off for Max’s family and the whole Openshaw community.
 

Thank you for your support

Since 2022, your support for Step Up MCR’s Crowdfunder  campaign has been pivotal in bringing this dream to life. Thanks to our wonderful community, an INCREDIBLE £96,409 was raised through Crowdfunder donations. Combined with Kerrie’s tireless fundraising efforts, and the remaining £166,000 from Manchester City Council, the full £336,000  capital has now been raised. 

A lasting tribute to Max Rimmer-Chambers

The love shared for Max in the community is undeniable, whose memory continues to inspire meaningful change. A testament to the power of community spirit, we couldn’t be prouder of Kerrie and the team. 

Exciting plans ahead

Designed in collaboration with the local community, the hub will feature:

A new pump track

Learn to ride  areas with sports lighting

Maintenance and education cabins  to support training and educational activities

A community led coffee kiosk

At times it’s felt insurmountable raising so much money and building a movement from the ground up, but this true show of community power demonstrates that anything is possible with strength in numbers. Thank you to all the residents, businesses and partners who have been part of this journey.

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We can’t wait to see you at the track in 2025!