Hey is there anywhere i can pitch my tent for the weekend around the course?
2009 Beech Mountain Triple Crown Series
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is there just one course or will there be a beginner line? i'm trying to decide on whether or not to bring noah but i doubt he can handle "steep and sketchy" on his hardtail.
Last I saw it was one track with several places with options. He could probably handle some of it, but the mountain is steep and rocky regardless of which route you choose. Might not be the best race for the lil man right now.
Maybe not be the best race for Noah to ride in right now, but I'm sure he'll enjoy cheering on the carnage trackside! Without a doubt he'd take alot away from the experience just by watching, and getting up close and personal with a track and a mountain of this caliber.
cool, thanks for the heads up. looks like dirty bird will be his first "real" dh race then 
The Triple Crown Series is just around the corner, and the track is dialed and flowing well! Visit www.triplecrowndh.com for all race information and more. Preregistration will not be available for the first race, so make sure to check the event schedule to be on time for onsite registration.
Camping may be permitted in the second parking lot at the resort. I will post more information asap. There are no public camping facilities nearby, so the parking lot would be the best option for riders who are on a budget and want to be close to the venue.
The downhill track is challenging, but options are available for the more difficult lines. Beginners to pros will enjoy the track and while it is not purpose built for children, young heroes like Noah could ride it. (He is an exception to the norm, though!)
With that said, the track will become increasingly technical as riders get on the brakes and pull off the loamy topsoil.
Lately, the weather has been quite volatile at Beech and will probably continue to be all summer. So just in case it rains, dont forget your mud tires, tear-offs and skills!
Camping may be permitted in the second parking lot at the resort. I will post more information asap. There are no public camping facilities nearby, so the parking lot would be the best option for riders who are on a budget and want to be close to the venue.
The downhill track is challenging, but options are available for the more difficult lines. Beginners to pros will enjoy the track and while it is not purpose built for children, young heroes like Noah could ride it. (He is an exception to the norm, though!)
With that said, the track will become increasingly technical as riders get on the brakes and pull off the loamy topsoil.
Lately, the weather has been quite volatile at Beech and will probably continue to be all summer. So just in case it rains, dont forget your mud tires, tear-offs and skills!
Man i am looking forward to this and glad there is somewhere to tent up 
Just moved to NC from Colorado. Hoping to make the race @ beech mtn. later this month. Only have room in the vehicle for one bike. I've got a first generation V-10 and a Bullit. Which bike would be the bike of choice for this course? It's hard to tell what to ride judging from the pics on the website. Leaning towards the Bullit cuz I read that there is some sprinting. Please help.
I haven't seen the new course, but the old one from years ago was extra special gnarly with a high pucker factor.
Big bike course for sure.
Big bike course for sure.
Big bike. The track has some pedalling but doesn't seem like enough for the little bike to give you any advantage. The V10 would probably be a lot more stable for high-speed grass turns, as well as being a lot more comfortable on the steeps.
That said, you would have no problem riding it on the bullit if you choose to bring it.
Edit: The track is sweet by the way! Rode it today and it flows nice...just needs lotsa traffic.
That said, you would have no problem riding it on the bullit if you choose to bring it.
Edit: The track is sweet by the way! Rode it today and it flows nice...just needs lotsa traffic.
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Thanks Much!!....the V10 it is. Can't wait.
Does anyone know where the closest RV campsites are?
The closest I can think of is Grandfather Mountain Campground in Foscoe on hwy 105. Its gonna be about 20 minutes from Beech. There might be others closer but I'm drawing blank.
The wife took the kids to the beach for a few days so I was thinking of heading up to Beech to check out the course. Can anybody walk up the hill to take a look? How about pushing up and riding down?
I understand riders would like to take a look at the new track and ride it, but please understand liability concerns dictate it is only open for the race series. One unfortunate incident could jeopardize the race series this year, and the opportunity to open a lift-assisted bike park in 2010.
Come to the races and enjoy a fast chairlift for plenty of runs down the new track!
Come to the races and enjoy a fast chairlift for plenty of runs down the new track!
Does anyone know what streets are closest to the race course. I want to rent a cabin but want to keep as close as possible for the kids
Camping will be available, saturday night only, in the second gravel parking lot at the resort. Each tent site is $10 for the night, and you can sign up for camping during registration.
On another note, the track is AWESOME and is ready for practice, and race day! The weather forecast looks pretty good for the weekend, so let's hope to see blue skies!
On another note, the track is AWESOME and is ready for practice, and race day! The weather forecast looks pretty good for the weekend, so let's hope to see blue skies!
Awesome that makes it much easier for me!
Does sleeping in the car count as camping?
Anyone have a goPro video of the course?
Anyone have a goPro video of the course?
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do we just pay for friday and sat at registration time?
Also is it $10 per tent or per group
Also is it $10 per tent or per group
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I'm new to this racing thing and just noticed that the race is going to be a "one-run" deal. I've only ever raced twice before and they were both best of two. What's the idea behind the one-run only format? time contraints?
If you race pro do you get one qualifing run and one race run? What does qualifing determine; running order?
Thanks
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If you race pro do you get one qualifing run and one race run? What does qualifing determine; running order?
Thanks
d
Yo D -
Most larger races are only one run. So basically, give it all you got because you don't get a 2nd chance. As far as I know, the pro qualifying is just for starting order on race day.
Most larger races are only one run. So basically, give it all you got because you don't get a 2nd chance. As far as I know, the pro qualifying is just for starting order on race day.
Well it's a good thing I never wipe out then 
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will there be qualifying on sunday also?I can't get off work for the entire weekend but I can get off sunday.
If a guy doesn't qualify for pro, does he get reclassified down to amature...or is he just SOL??
What if you've been kicked out of community college? Better question...what if a guy wants to race amature AND pro? Hey, it's more money for Beech! At what point do I cross the line between smart ass, and assho*e?
Really?
http://www.the-dirt.net/?p=105
Really?
There's gonna be hell to pay if they don't let me shred that wallride on my bike.
http://www.the-dirt.net/?p=105
Really?
There's gonna be hell to pay if they don't let me shred that wallride on my bike.
I'm w/Muller that "C" Wall ride is siiiick, they better let us hit that up.
Just heard about the mtboard course yesterday from one of my ATL bros. helpled design the mtboard course.
My question is when can we have that much dirt to build a super sick slalom?
Chuck
I may also have some pull with riding this stuff..... These guys have been to my slalom course to shred!
My question is when can we have that much dirt to build a super sick slalom?
Chuck
I may also have some pull with riding this stuff..... These guys have been to my slalom course to shred!
dig dig dig diggggittty duuuddddeeee! If I can't shred it on my bike, then foot-shred it is!
http://www.skibeech.com/
On the front page it says the park is open to boards and bikes...?
edit: another spot where it is referenced.
http://www.skibeech.com/news/26.html (bottom of the page)
On the front page it says the park is open to boards and bikes...?
edit: another spot where it is referenced.
http://www.skibeech.com/news/26.html (bottom of the page)
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Wow...that looks pretty quality. I guess it just takes the right people gettin' it done.