CanmoreWelcome to Round
#1 of the Eastern
OSPREY BC Enduro Series (BCES), presented by
Smith Optics on
Sunday, June 19th, 2016, Nordic Centre in
Canmore.
This round is hosted by
Bicycle Cafe Canmore. The Canmore Nordic Centre is the longest standing race in the BC Enduro Series history and what makes this stop so special is the love and support for Jay and the crew at Cafe Canmore!
Registration is still open, so
register now! -
Day of registrations are CASH ONLY! Please bring exact amounts.SCHEDULEYou may only register (plate and timing pickup) during your allotted time frames. NO EXCEPTIONS!
You are not permitted to start the course until your allotted departure time.
RIDERS OVER 18 MUST CARRY BEAR SPRAY ON THEIR PERSON, failure to have bear spray on your person, will result in disqualification!!! Yes, I realize that previously we said ALL riders must carry bear spray. It is only mandatory for those over 18, but it is strongly recommended for all!
7:30am VOLUNTEER and FIRST-AID MEETING - Meet at REGISTRATION TENT
8:00-8.30am: Men 30-39 | REGISTRATION and Briefing
8:30am: Men 30-39 Depart
8:30-9.05am: Men 21-29 | REGISTRATION and Briefing
9:05am: Men 21-29 Depart
9:00-9.35am: Women and Short Course | REGISTRATION and Briefing
9:35am: Women and Short Course Depart
9:30am-10.05am: U21 and 15 and Under | REGISTRATION and Briefing
10:05am: U21 and 15 and Under Depart
10:00am-10.35am: Master 40+ Men | REGISTRATION and Briefing
10:35am: Master 40+ Men Depart
10:30am-11:15am: Pro Men REGISTRATION and Briefing
11:20am: PRO MEN DEPART (ANY PRO RIDERS LEAVING PRIOR TO 11:20AM will face a 3:00 Minute Penalty!
APRES BIKEMountain Events Catering - Inside Lodge
RACE COURSERegular Course• Stage 1 | Backdoor > Killer Bees
• Stage 2 | Nector Noodle > The Albertan > Swamp
• Stage 3 | EKG > Blue Coal Chutes
• Stage 4 | T2
• Stage 5 | No Homers
• Stage 6 | Soft Yogurt > Devonian Drop
• Stage 7 | Laundry Chute
***SHORT COURSE is Stages 1, 2, 3, 6, 7***
FOOD STATION is the same location as RegistrationThere are three FIRST AID STATIONS on Course!Important Course InfoALL RIDERS OVER 18 MUST CARRY BEAR SPRAY ON THEIR PERSON, failure to have bear spray on your person, will result in disqualification!!! This year we will be working with Trailforks to release all of our courses. Their APP is amazing and here are a few helpful hints for using Trailforks
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Download the App • Download the BC REGION - this will allow you to utilize the map when you're 'offline' (Be sure to select Alberta as well)
• Go to:
https://www.trailforks.com/routes/ •
Check out our course here •
Once on the event hand page, you will see on the right, above the map, a "wishlist" button, with a Cellphone Icon - CLICK THAT BUTTON, it will put a copy of the route into your phone!**Disclaimer**
Courses will be fully marked on SATURDAY’s before 7PM. Riders wishing to ride the course before it is finished being marked do so at their own risk. The BC ENDURO SERIES and CNEC do not assume any responsibilities for course changes, modifications to the route or lost riders.Registration/Staging AddressPARKING: Nordic Centre Parking Lot
REGISTRATION:
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Canmore Nordic Centre, in the Nordic Stadium: 1988 Olympic Way, Canmore, AB T1W 2T6
• Everything starts and ends, right from the Nordic Stadium.
• Registration depends on your AGE CATEGORY.
Trailhead InformationEverything starts and ends, right from the Nordic Stadium.
IMBA Canada, Trail Care CrewBC Enduro Series is coming this weekend, and with them is
IMBA Canada's Trail Care Crew, they will be hosting a Trail Building Clinic, unfortunately, the course is now full. For more information email: aj.strawson@imbacanada.com.
ACCOMMODATIONThere are lots of accommodation options in Canmore, be weary of camping in Vans and Rogue camping, as the by-law officers can give you an awkward awakening!
NEXT STOP: CROWSNEST PASSThe UROC crew have been wanting a stop on the circuit for a while. So it will happen on Sunday, June 26th when the club has their UROC Rumhead Bike Fest on this weekend, so be prepared for a full on festival!
• Kids Races
• Dirt jumps
• Other vendors
• BIKE demos!!!!
REGISTER NOW - if you haven't so far!!!WE NEED HELP!We're always looking for parents, girlfriends/boyfriends or injured riders to help out!
What you'll get:
• Jersey
• Lunch
• Post-race meal and drink
• Discount entry for any other race, for you or for a friend/kid/dog
Contact Diana: admin@bcenduro.com
Need Something?! More Information?•
Website •
Facebook•
Instagram• Athlete Inquires | athletes@bcenduro.com
• Volunteer Information | admin@bcenduro.com (Diana)
• All other inquiries | ted@bcenduro.com (Event Director)
A massive thank-you to this year's series sponsors and supporters:
• And anyone who Volunteered with us and anyone who helped with a shuttle, a beer or a spare tube!
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