Dirt Diggler Fall Classic - Fernie BC by FernieBC

The 9th annual Dirt Diggler Fall Classic is happening in Fernie on Saturday, the 20th of September. A challenging high alpine to valley floor DH race, the 4000 ft decent is a highlight for many local riders, being a great social event as well. Local shredder and trial builder Derek Bird is the man behind this infamous decent, creating one of the region's best shuttle trail experiences.

Dirt Diggler was featured in the recent Fernie trip when Pinkbike came to ride and shoot a two-part photo epic. You can find the Diggler shots in part 2 here.

September in the Rockies means weather can throw some excitement in the mix as it did a few years ago when this video was shot!

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Come and check out what the Fernie DH scene is all about, and ride in this unique event. A huge thanks must go to Fernie Mountain Bike Club for their support!

Date:
Saturday, September 20, 2014 - 10:00

Calling all riders for the next Big Mountain Challenge. The $50 entry fee for riders gets you an authentic 2014 Dirt Diggler t-shirt, a number plate and prizes.

Après Race Awards & Dinner @ the Bridge Bistro.

All ages welcome. Additional t-shirts are $15 and hoodies are $50 upon request.

Saturday, September 20th, 2014 Meet: Fernie Dirt Jump Park (Aquatic Centre)

Registration: 10am Pre-Race Meeting: 10:45am

To participate, you also need to purchase a Fernie Mountain Bike Club Membership ($25). www.bikefernie.ca

Need more info? Email Derek at birdhousereno@shaw.ca

Please pre register here

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FernieBC

Member since May 9, 2014
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10 Comments

birdman74 (Sep 7, 2014 at 15:13)

If the 14 year old has ridden the trail before, I don't see why not. However, There is no kids category. Would need parental consent and a FMBC membership.

b-mcclelland (Sep 8, 2014 at 10:07)

Fernine Bike Club membership, does another IMBA club count?

birdman74 (Sep 10, 2014 at 19:21)

No. Not the same. Sorry.

rippersub (Sep 7, 2014 at 15:37)

Is there time allocated for practice for out-of-towners? Working Friday doesn't allow much time to avoid riding it blind.... Would love to make it down for this one!

birdman74 (Sep 7, 2014 at 20:27)

Registration starts at 10am. Some riders have been known to organize shuttles in the morning pre race.

motox76 (Sep 7, 2014 at 20:31)

Best race ever. It shows who has the skills 10+ mins of decent. Most are around 14mins.

finning (Sep 7, 2014 at 12:13)

Best end of season race and party hands down.

lightningskull (Sep 8, 2014 at 16:10)

It's so true. Raced once a couple years ago and have been talking about it ever since. Hopefully again this year!

owenpollock (Sep 7, 2014 at 12:15)

So 14 year olds are allowed?

GiraffeInPurple (Sep 8, 2014 at 2:18)

Looks like fun