Red Bull Final Descent, Angel Fire 2011

Oct 17, 2011
by Long Nguyen  
Source: Red Bull USA

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

Mountain bikers put to the test with nonstop 12-hour downhill ride - Red Bull Final Descent makes its last stop at Angel Fire Resort

Angel Fire, NMOctober 15, 2011 – It was a frosty morning packed with snow as riders came out to take on the mountain at the last stop of Red Bull Final Descent at Angel Fire Resort. The event brought out 127 dedicated riders participating in categories including expert, pro, team, male and female. Racers withstood thick mud, icy ruts, and exposed roots while contending for a share of the more than $5,000 in cash and prizes.

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

In the end, Jess Pedersen from Durango, CO. took the Men’s Pro Solo Division with an amazing 32 laps completed. Jacqueline Harmony from Sedona, AZ. finished 30 laps to take home the victory in the Female Pro Division.

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

Other category winners included:

Solo Men’s Expert – Aaron Polly – 32 Laps
Solo Women’s Expert – Heather Baroody – 25 Laps
Duo Men’s Pro – Team Bike Works/Jimmy Johns/Angel Fire Bike Park - Dillon Lamar & Matson Hunter– 32 Laps
Duo Men’s Expert – Shennanigans – Eric Pieteryga & Ian Supple – 31 Laps
Team Division – Screaming Squirrels – Neal Pederson, Ben Pederson & Julian Chavez – 31 Laps

“The mud was the hardest part, especially when the ice melted,” Men’s Pro Solo Winner Jess Pedersen said. “The best 12 hours of punishment I have ever endured!” “I really am stoked,” Female Pro Solo winner Jackie Harmony said. “I love doing these events. I hope they keep happening.”

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

Red Bull Final Descent Series is a 12-hour endurance race series held throughout the Rockies. The format of the event is simple—riders choose from two technical courses of varying difficulty. After twelve ruthless hours, the finisher in each category with the most laps wins. The 2011 Red Bull Final Descent included stops at Jackson Hole, WY, Winter Park, CO and Angel Fire, NM

Red Bull Final Descent 2011 Angel Fire NM

For info, results and pictures from the race, please visit www.redbullusa.com/finaldescent.

Photo credentials: Long Nguyen - Red Bull Photofiles

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24 Comments
  • 2 0
 It's funny when you think about the fact that half of this race was probably spent on the lift. Wish I was there as it looked awesome, but I had a great time when I was there early September, keep up the good work Angel Fire.
  • 2 0
 This race was a blast but much harder than the last few years due to the snow and mud. - Screaming Squirrels
Here's a video someone posted on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4cOXr9seHw
  • 3 0
 Its sick reading this article and seeing your Camp of Champs coaches winning, great work Dillon and Matson.
  • 1 0
 Man im really bummed i missed final descent this year, last year was so much fun, one of the funniest races ever, lottsa good folks and great times, oh and beer after every lap thats the key Razz
  • 1 0
 Sick race, I hadn't even heard about it before. Nice track too, good helmet cam footage. Screw Super D, this is what real endurance gravity racing is all about!
  • 2 0
 I'm sure the bikes were in great shape at the end of the day.....
  • 2 0
 Heres my video of the course: www.pinkbike.com/v/223537
  • 1 0
 Another one video

goo.gl/g2Gi2
  • 1 0
 second to last picture..redbull baja bug in the backround..winning Big Grin
  • 1 0
 Damn 12 hours?! That'd be the most fun/tough 12 hours ever!
  • 1 0
 hooly, thats craazy!!!!!!!!!!!
  • 1 0
 looks like a gnarly course, giv'r!
  • 1 0
 how much money did the winner get
  • 1 0
 Looked awesome! I'm guessing if there was 5,000 in cash and prizes then 1st must have been between 1,000-1,500... just a guess though.
  • 1 0
 Looks like Jess' check says $500
  • 1 0
 come on, i wanna see 24 hours(: some were near Washington please
  • 1 0
 looks sick
  • 1 0
 some video record?
  • 1 0
 www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=783159358 Dono if you can see em on my page but theres 2 vids.
  • 1 1
 last pic dude looks like mark zuckerberg.
  • 1 0
 Nuts to winter
  • 1 0
 epic...truly endurance
  • 1 0
 super fun race!







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