XC#3 is here!
This week’s race will be a fast multi-lap course using a lot of the classic double-track in Centennial Park
Here is everything you to know:
GENERAL INFO:
We continue to operate under COVID guidelines for the health and safety of our members. To this end, we are limiting registration, using alternative starting methods, and maintaining social distancing.
For XC#3, we will again be running QUAD STARTS. There will be a 4-rider start box at the start line, and we will send out 4 people at a time with 1-minute gaps between each group. This week’s groups will be seeded based on previous race results. This should result in less passing and close racing battles with closely matched riders.
Lambateurs have a separate event. It is a group adventure ride and is not timed. Parents are encouraged to come and ride with the little rippers (must be a club member)
Remember: if you have a race number plate that you were issued at XC#1 or #2, you will have the same number and you must bring it with you!
REGISTRATION:
You must be a BlackSheep member to participate. No fee for “Race” members. $15 for “General” members. All participants must pre-register on the posted Webscorer links; there is no on-site registration. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and will be capped at 60 participants (for Sport/Advanced/Elite). Lambateur is capped at 15 riders. Registration will open at exactly 7:30am on Monday August 24th and closes on Tuesday the 25th at 5:00pm.
Registration link (Sport/Advanced/Elite): https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=219951
Registration link (Lambateur): https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=219952
LIVE timing can be viewed at www.webscorer.com
COURSES:
Links to TrailForks course maps can be found below.
Elite = 3 laps, Advanced = 2 laps, Sport = 1 lap
Take note of direction of travel and junctions where your course is different from the others. Courses are marked, but it is the racer’s responsibility to know their course!
Courses will be flagged and signed on Tuesday evening.
Sport: https://www.trailforks.com/route/blacksheep-xc-3-sport-course/
Advanced: https://www.trailforks.com/route/blacksheep-xc-3-advanced-course/
Elite: https://www.trailforks.com/route/blacksheep-xc-3-elite-course/
SCHEDULE:
5:30-6:45pm – Number plate pick up and racer check-in at the lower field in Kinsmen Park (Trowbridge). You are required to check-in even if you have a number plate already.
6:50pm – Mandatory race briefing for all riders
7:00pm – START (Quad-starts by category); we will start in our usual order (Elite>Advanced>Sport)
7:05 – Lambateur Group ride departs.
Lastly, we need a few volunteers to make this event happen. A couple course marshals and a couple at the start/finish area. Please email racing@blacksheepmtb.com if you can help, or let us know at the registration desk on race day.
See you there!
