Rumblefest Returns this weekend - June 7&8

Tucked away on Northern Vancouver Island the village of Port Alice is home to this seasons most popular race weekend... Rumblefest!

While most racing has split the XC and DH races over different weekends, Port Alice puts their fun into a packed weekend of racing. This year's XC race has been improved with new singletrack to avoid some of the clear cut road sections. Utilizing some of the same sections as the beginner DH course the XC is a good test of all your riding skills.Saturday night always provides quite the entertainment with music, bbq, occasional alcohol induced fun and more. Remember though, Sunday morning comes quick and with the technical start to the upper race course will keep you on the edge of your seat.


Be sure to check out last year's report by Pinkbike's Fiona Taylor

DETAILS

XC Registration
* Race start time Saturday, June 7 12:00pm (noon)
* Race start line at the Marina
* Pre-race and race day registration at the Port Alice Community Centre

DH Registration
* Race begins Sunday, June 8 after every rider has had one trial run
* Shuttle starts at 10:00 am
* Pre-registration at the Port Alice Community Centre
* Race day registration at the Legion

Extra Details

Rumble Mountain Rage Cross Country - June 7, 2007

12 pm start

Renowned for it’s steep hills, both up and down, this race is sure to challenge any mountain bike rider. After each climb racers are treated to an incredible ride, in fact it is the same trail that is used for the Downhill race, so you know it is got to be good! Up to 28 km and 7 laps await racers with the minimum commitment being the Beginner’s class, which only goes part way up the mountain but is still 12 km of good times.

Categories

* Beginner Men/Beginner Women
* Amateur Women
* Intermediate Men/Intermediate Women
* Senior Men
* Advanced Men/Advanced Women

The RumbleTumble Downhill - June 8, 2006

10 am start for pre-rides

A true downhill race, racers don’t need to pedal much just focus and hang on for the ride. This single-track trail drops racers down Rumble Mountain twisting and turning through bermed corners and over jumps, roots and rocks. It is a two run format and best of all, leave the uphill to us, we will shuttle you up to the top so it is all downhill, all day! Spectators bring your camera, the action is unbelievable! Racers bring your full-face helmets they are mandatory.

Categories

* Beginner Men/Beginner Women
* Intermediate Men/Intermediate Women
* Advanced Men/Advanced Women


Fees

GRMBA fees will apply at $10 per race. Pre-registration is available or you can register on the day of the event, for no extra fee!

Additional Costs

* $4 shuttle fee for the DH
* One day Nitro club membership $10
* One year Nitro club membership $30

Please note - In order participate in either race you must be a member of a GRMBA affiliated club for insurance coverage – one day memberships to NITRO will be available for the day of the race.

Directions

Head north on Highway 19 from Campbell River approx 215km. Turn left on Highway 964 to Port Alice, and drive west for approx 30km to Port Alice. Look for the Rec Center for registration on Saturday or the Legion on Sunday.