Downhill Southeast 2017 - Dates and Locations

It's back! Neko Mulally has been using the off-season to work with his friends and bring back a second season of the Downhill Southeast. So, don't put those long travel bikes away for the winter months because your local tracks are covered in ice crystals, get online and start making your travel plans to head down the southern states of North Carolina and Tennessee. Heck, we'd be willing to bet some of you will be here anyway for the USA Cycling Pro-GRT at Windrock, TN on March 8-12, 2017. Folks who can base themselves in the southeast this spring have the chance to compete in 4 races in 5 weeks within a close geographical region. Doubleheader weekends for the opening round at Bailey and the Windrock Pro GRT as well as the second round at TTC and the final at Windrock are each less than two hours apart. Windrock bike park opens in the week between. With a goal to get riders on the bike pre-season, the opportunity is definitely there!

Downhill Southeast Mission Statement:

Awesome tracks and professionally run events at a time to the year when riders are excited to get on their bikes, and a price we're proud to promote. All for the riders.

"Making these races happen is something that I'm really proud of. We have an awesome thing going in the southeast with year round riding and steep, natural terrain, and these races showcase the best qualities. I started this project as a chance for Luca and I to prepare for our season racing abroad, and it's turned into one of the highlights of the year for me. - Neko Mulally"

What did you miss in the inaugural season of the Downhill Southeast?

DHSE at TTC Race Report
DHSE at Windrock Race Report
DHSE at Bailey Mtn Race Report

Dates and Venues:

03/04-05/17 Bailey Mountain, Marshall, NC - Registration via Bike Reg
03/08-12-17 Pro GRT at Windrock Bike Park, Oliver Springs, TN..... Note: not on the DHSE schedule, but run by the same crew and totally worth a mention. Pro-GRT Info: HERE and HERE
03/25-26/17 TTC Gravity Park, Sequatchie, TN - Registration via Bike Reg
04/01-02/17 Windrock Bike Park, Oliver Springs, TN - Registration via Bike Reg


Entry Fees:

Pro Men/Women: $75.00/event
Amateur/Intro Men: $65.00/event
Women: $65.00/event. Special Offer - "Bring a Buddy System" where any female rider who is pre-registered can bring another female rider to race for free.

Notes:

• The above entry fee includes general access to each of the venues. (No other fees apply).
• Entry Fees include two days riding access to each of the venues.
• The Intro category is for young riders and anyone who is new to racing.

"Increasing the women's participation was a priority for us this year. With the "bring a buddy" system, I hope that female riders who normally may not come out to race will find it easier to try downhill for the first time. From the perspective of the race promoter, there is not much of a cost difference for the event to double the women's field, and having an excited group of riders means a lot more to me - Neko Mulally"

Awards and Prizes:

Pro Men: 1st - $300, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100
Women (Equal Pay Out as Pro Men!!!!): 1st - $300, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100
Am/Intro Men: Prizes for the top three spots in each category.
Note: The three DHSE races are not a series. Each race is a clean slate and there is no points system.

Downhill Southeast Links and Information:

• Downhill Southeast Website
• Downhill Southeast Facebook Page
• Downhill Southeast Instagram Page

Sponsored By:

Blue Sky Fuel


March 4-5, 2017 at Bailey Mountain Bike Park

Where:

Bailey Mountain Bike Park
1370 Bone Camp Rd
Marshall, NC 28753
Phone: 855-RIDE WNC or 855-743-3962
Contact Bailey Mountain Bike Park via E-mail

Bailey Mountain Bike Park mountain biking trails
Schedule:

Saturday, March 4th:

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration
10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Practice Pro Men

Sunday, March 5th:

8:00 am to 10:00 am - Registration
8:00 am to 10:00 am - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Practice Pro Men
12:30 pm First Racer
Awards to Follow and complete by 3:00 p.m.

Registration: via Bike Reg

Note: Same day/On-site registration will be available.

Park Hours:

• Friday's Noon to 4:00 p.m.
• Saturday's 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Information and Related Links:

• DHSE Event Technical Guide - Download Now (pdf)

• Bailey Mountain Bike Park Website
• Bailey Mountain Bike Park Facebook Page
• Visit Madison County
• Asheville Visitor Info

Lodging Information:

• Comfort Inn Mars Hill - 5 miles away.
• There are numerous places in the general Asheville area - 25 miles away. A simple google search will produce all the options you'll need for a shower and some shuteye.

March 25-26, 2017 at Trials Training Center

Where:

TTC Trials Training Center
300 Woodland Rd
Sequatchie, TN
Phone: 423.942.8688


TTC Gravity Park mountain biking trails
Schedule:

Saturday, March 25th:

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration
10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Practice Pro Men

Sunday, March 26th:

8:00 am to 10:00 am - Registration
8:00 am to 10:00 am - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Practice Pro Men
12:30 pm First Racer
Awards to Follow and complete by 3:00 p.m.

Registration: via Bike Reg

Note: Same day/On-site registration will be available.

Information and Related Links:

• DHSE Event Technical Guide - Download Now (pdf)
• TTC Webpage
• TTC Gravity Park Facebook Page
• Kimball TN (Closet minor city)
• Chattanoga Visitor Information (Closest major city)

Lodging Information:

• Onsite cabins with A/C, heating, and wifi as well as showers and onsite camping available. For more information please call 423.942.8688.
• Hales Bar Floating Cabins (NOTE: I've personally stayed here and they are great, though it might be a bit cold this time of year.)
• There are a number of known chain hotels in Kimball, TN. A simple google search will produce all the options you'll need for a shower and some shuteye.

April 1-2, 2017 Windrock Park, Oliver Springs, TN

Where:

Windrock Bike Park
912 Windrock Road
Oliver Springs, TN 37840
Phone: 865-435-1251


Windrock Bike Park mountain biking trails
Schedule:

Saturday, April 1st:

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration
10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Practice Pro Men

Sunday, April 2nd:

8:00 am to 10:00 am - Registration
8:00 am to 10:00 am - Practice Amateur/Intro/Women
10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Practice Pro Men
12:30 pm First Racer
Awards to Follow and complete by 3:00 p.m.

Registration: via Bike Reg

Note: Same day/On-site registration will be available.

Park Hours:

General Store is Open 7 days a week 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Information and Related Links:

• DHSE Event Technical Guide - Download Now (pdf)
• Windrock Bike Park
• Windrock Bike Park Facebook Page
• Windrock Park Website
• Oak Ridge Visitors Bureau (Closet minor city)
• Visit Knoxville (Closet Major city)

Lodging Info:

• Windrock Park Campground - Manager office hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Phone: 865-435-1251.
• Windrock Bed and Breakfast - 865-776-5683. Located approximately 3 miles from the trailhead by asphalt and also has direct access to the trail system via trail 18 or 28 so you don’t have to trailer your ATV’s to the trails.
• Windmill Inn Bed and Breakfast - 865-730-6413. Located at 606 Butler Mill Road, just 1/2 mile west of the entrance to Windrock Road. The Inn is the former site of the Beech Park Baptist Church.
• Double Tree Inn - (865) 481-2468
• Comfort Inn - (865) 481-8200
• Days Inn - (865) 483-5615
• Hampton Inn - (865) 482-7889
• Jameson Inn - (865) 483-6809
• Super 8 - (865) 483-1200
• Econo Lodge - (865) 482-9968


Rider: Shawn Neer/Yeti Cycles at Bailey Mtn, DHSE Series 2016, Photo: Jay Schultz/gojammedia

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MENTIONS: @NMulally / @BaileyMTBpark / @WindrockBikePark

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