I wonder how much the DH seasons' pass will be?Holiday Greetings Mountain Bikers!
Aside from the announcements we have already made about the 2005 WIM Series, there are some other new things we wanted to tell you about. Also, SEASON PASSES are now on sale. Please check our website, http://www.roundandround.com for more details on how to get one.
Lets start with the Downhill world. While we would like to take the credit for these great ideas, we have to give it up to a group of Downhillers that I met with in early October. First, we are turning the start order upside down. This means beginners will go first and Pro/Experts will bring up the rear. This way beginners will have a better course to race on, and the Pro/Experts will have a crowd at the bottom to cheer them on as they make their way through the finish. Next: DH practice. We have been over and over this one. There are so many factors that play into getting rid of the shuttle lines. There is much more to it than just getting another truck or two. But a solution that will work is splitting up the practice times. Example: if practice is 2 to 6, Beginner/Sports practice 2 to 4 and then the Pro/Experts 4 to 6. This should not give anybody more or less practice time, but rather add quality to your practice. Beginners wont be getting run over by Pros etc.
Good news for the Junior racers. From this point forward, ALL racers aged 18 and under will pay the same!! XC Juniors will pay $19.00 and DH juniors will pay $21.00 per race. No explanation needed for that one!
XC racers, not a whole lot of changes for you. However we have added a category. Or an enhancement. Lets call it an enhancement. To take the intimidation factor out of the picture for those who have never raced before we have created a spot for First Timers. A First Timer will only be allowed to compete as a First Timer, against other First Timers...once. After they have raced their first race, they will fall in with the rest of the beginners. This group will follow our Beginners out on the course. And well discount the entry fee and only charge $25.00.
Last but not least, did we mention SEASON PASSES are now on sale? A great gift idea for yourself or a stocking stuffer for someone else. And a good way to save some cash in the long run if you plan on racing the entire series.
In regards to NORBA Licenses, yes the annual license fee did go up to $60.00 and are required for Experts and Pros. One day licenses will remain $5.00, contrary to any rumors of the one day fee going up.
We truly hope that each and every one of you has a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Keep warm and safe and enjoy all the wonderful things that the holiday season brings.
Until next time,
The crew at Round and Round!
-- Eric Ewing
Round and Round Productions
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