$10 Downhill Series | 3915 Big Mountain Rd
Sports & Fitness
Mountain Biking
TEN DOLLAR DOWNHILL RACE SERIES
This is a Downhilll MTB race. One run, no prizes just high fives.
6 Races on Thursday nights - June 19, July 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7.
Courses(subject to change)
Week 1 (June 19) - ZZ Top
Week 2 (July 10)- Kashmir (Start at Tbar 2) to Upper ZZ Top to Pinball Wizard
Week 3 (July 17)- Maiden (finish end of Kansas)
Week 4 (July 24)- Kenny Loggins
Week 5 (July 31)- Kashmir to Cyndi's
Week 6 (August 7)- Riders Choice
WMR Summer Trail Map
Schedule
· 5:30 Catch the last chair and head directly to designated course
· 5:55 Competitor’s meeting
· 6:00 Start (1 Run Only)
· 7pm (or about 15 min after the last racer) -Results at Events (3915 Big Mountain Road)
Registration
-BE SURE TO CHOOSE THE CORRECT DATE FOR YOUR RACE
-Pre-registration here is mandatory for anyone participating.
-Registration closes one hour before the event begins.
Price
Ummmm.... this is the $10 Downhill?! Well, it's a good question, because Eventbrite will charge a processing fee of $2.13 and there is a new 3% resort tax assessment of $.21 but the $12.34 Downhill did not have the same ring to it.
Equip/Gear
-Helmets are mandatory (Full face recommended). Armor, pants, and gloves are also highly recommended.
Race / Order
-Format – might be intervals based on # of competitors. 1-3 minutes.
-Order is Cat 1,2,3, Ladies first.
Starting
-Start Procedure - Countdown from 5.
-Timed Race
-One Run only
Other
-Reruns – one run only (catch last chair)
-Restrooms and Water only available at Summit and Village/Base Lodge areas.
-WMR Rental Bikes are not allowed.
-There are no course marshals. Don’t cheat, this is a community race.
-If you crash or exit the course, reenter at same spot.
-Be nice to your lifties, last chair is at 5:30.
Also, thanks to to trail crew and bike patrol!
What about the XC Races???
In addition to these 6 DH races, Flathead Area Mountain Bikers will be operating 3 XC MTB races this summer July 10, July 24 and August 7. These will be held at the same time as the DH races, but in a different area of the bike park.
More information can be found
here
. Please direct all inquiries regarding the XC series to
FAMB
.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
-----REGISTRATION
What do I do after I register?
Please double check your entry, make sure it is right. You will be emailed a confirmation/receipt.
I need to make a change to my registration!
Changing your category at registration is not an option. If the information provided is incorrect (you want to change divisions, for instance) you must re-register for the event with the correct information (name, date, age, gender, category, etc). This will require you to pay for a second entry while the refund is being processed. Please allow up to two weeks for refund of the incorrect entry to be processed. To request the refund, you must follow refund request steps listed above by the cutoff date for your event.
What are my responsibilities as a competitor?
Events are a group effort. It requires timeliness and accountability of not only the event staff, but of each competitor. There are many details each person is responsible for in order for us all to have a fun day on the snow. Making sure your information is accurate, you are on time and prepared for each event is required.
-----TRANSPORTATION, PARKING AND SHUTTLES
What are my transport options getting to the event and around the village?
The SNOW Bus will also operate between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. A shuttle will operate in the upper village areas, and all parking lots will be open through the event. Please obey all parking signage and park as per normal.
S.N.O.W Bus Schedule
Parking Map
-----DAY OF EVENT
Please look at our
EVENT GUIDE
, full of information to help with your time at Whitefish Mountain Resort. You will find helpful Facts and Information, On Mountain Services, Event Calendar, Resort Maps, and Transportation Information.
Where do I Check-In?
Just be at race start for the competitors meeting.
Are helmets required?
Helmets are required to participate in any event.
Inspection
No inspection provided during the event, but the trails are announced ahead of time and open to the public.
Competitor Meeting
Each event has details and information necessary for each participant to have a fun day. There will be a mandatory competitor meeting for each event, and the time of each meeting will be posted in the event schedule.
Where can I find results?
Results are available at the Awards Ceremony and at
RESULTS
.
Typically, they are posted a day or two after the event.
-----LIFT TICKET INFORMATION
Do WMR Employees / families receive a discount?
-Yes,
50% off
entry fees to all events for
employees and their families
when that employee qualifies for spouse and dependent passes.
-The code can be found under discounts on the bottom right of your
ADP homepage
.
-Employees
must enter a discount code
in the upper right portion of the page where you choose your tickets.
-If you already registered and forgot to enter the code, request a refund (instructions below) and register again with the discount.
Can I transfer my entry to my friend if I can’t make it to the event?
No. See refund information above. New registrations must be completed by the competitor / guardian. You can request a refund, and your friend should register independently.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
It is not required to print your ticket, but it can be helpful. If you intend on purchasing a discounted lift ticket, it is required.
-----REFUND POLICY
Things happen. We understand that sometimes people are unable to compete. Entry fees are 100% refundable when contacted 24 hours before the event.
To request a refund, follow the link in your confirmation email to “Go to My Tickets”, from there, follow the “Request a Refund” prompt;
OR
in your Eventbrite account the upper right-hand drop-down menu, select “Tickets”, then select the event, from there, follow the “Request a Refund” prompt.
Refund requests sent to other points of contact will not be honored.
Information Source: Whitefish Mountain Resort | eventbrite