I'm ready to ride.... When is the first race? 
I've heard rumors there are going to be 7 races this year? Sounds good to me!
I've heard rumors there are going to be 7 races this year? Sounds good to me!
anyone Know the 2005 DH race schedual?
- Thread starter BigMike
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Hey Mike I know that Massanutten is Sat. May 14th. At least it is listed then. That is probably the first race of the season. I believe I read somewhere that the boys down south (Maxxis series, MADHRA, Windrock, and the such) is trying to get a race or two in before Massanutten. Can't confirm that but I'm sure one of those guys will respond and let you know.
I can't wait to look like a fool and seriously hurt myslef.. :-(
can anyone who's raced massanuten tell me if I'm going to die. I'd like to try out racing for the first time, and dont even have a DH bike.
It'll be my first time as well..but I have a DH bike. It sucks because even the beginner class is super fast.
Mass of nothing is a fun course, it was my first DH race, and I didnt die. I did however have a DH bike. I would venture to say that if you are thinking about doing it on your XC bike, you may want to try and scrounge up a DH/FR sled. (or buy minewannabeabonedoc said:
) You CAN do it on your bike, but it may be a little........ rough 
Its fun, not incredibly technical, and fast
If I could sell the ole liquid 20, I'd buy a DH bike. I was suckered into that bike by believing the BS that it was, "the only bike for me" and "it's all the bike I'll ever need". AAAGRH :mumble:
biggins said:not to sure but i know some things about the race SCHEDULE!
Yeah, YOU are one to pick on grammar and spelling!
NotQuiteJdm said:
Not really...... there were some people that STOPPED on their race run to check out a drop or stunt or somthing. ON THEIR RACE RUN!!! that is what practice is for!
I however, will be getting my ass kicked in sport this year
massanutten is the easiest course ive ever ridden. so you have nothing to worry about. but even on like an xc bike i wouldnt think it would be that bad.
Massanutten last year was my first race ever, and probably only the fifth or sixth time I ever DHed, and I didn't die or come close to it.wannabeabonedoc said:
never raced massanutten but im gonna miss winter green timber rattler.. 
lol if anyone was there i was the guy on a trek bruiser that got a pinch flat and no one would lend a tube... meh oh well lol out for revange this year and got a new better bike!!
lol if anyone was there i was the guy on a trek bruiser that got a pinch flat and no one would lend a tube... meh oh well lol out for revange this year and got a new better bike!!
yea my dad said he would take me to all the races he could get me in this season if my grades get better...and they have been. i somewhat have a downhill bike... an 04 ellsworth joker all beefed up with downhill component...its pretty fast....and im stoked for this season!
NotQuiteJdm said:
hahaha. thats funny.
you should have no problem at all if you have the least bit of bike handling skills and/or decent coordination.i should be looking forward to getting my @ss handed to me in 19-24 Expert.i heard the most aggravating part in that class isn't actually getting beaten,it's the lines during practice
massanutten is basically tight,twisty singletrack with a bit of pedalling and a couple rock gardens.
Thanks to who ever posted the pics of mass-o-nuttin. I used to ski there in highschool. It looks like the trail we ride around BV. In some places, the trail disappears because there's only rocks to ride on. It would be a trials rider's paradise. I'm not too terrible when it comes to rock gardens. I'll just have to try my luck. thanks for all the input. You guys rock.
Pete
Pete
Where'd you read that? I've looked on the USACycling site and the state championships aren't there. Didn't see them on the Racers Edge site, either.CHOP said:
Also, Mike, don't forget the U.S. Open at the end of May!
Capt. Jack Sparrow said:
USA Cycling is still accepting app's
I havent spoken to MH in awhile, from what I ve heard the should be more wv events..
To me if we have a 4 race series that would be best. 7-8 races dilute participation. I think it also brings out racers from greater distances.
see you at the races
how much does it usually cost to enter the races? cause i was thinkin about doin it this year.
Typical entry fees are $35-$45.
Massanutten is plain old classic fast E Coast singletrack. Any rider from the east or Pacific NW would feel at home and could have fun, despite its lack of steep and lots of pedal. It is in many ways a perfect beginner DH course: no drops, no jumps, just a couple rock gardens.
Massanutten has a hardtail class , that alone should give you some idea how mellow the course is.It's fun but not difficult at all. run a good bit of tire pressure, lots of small sharpedged pinch flat type rocks. Hey if an XC bike is all you have ,race it, beats sitting at home, right?
So how does one go about registering for the race. Can I just show up, register and race?
thanks for all the info by the way. It sucks being a newbie but I gotta start somewhere
thanks for all the info by the way. It sucks being a newbie but I gotta start somewhere
Massanutten IS on Sat. May 14th. The remaining three races of the Mid-Atlantic Cup are tentatively scheduled but awaiting confirmation! As soon as these dates are confirmed the schedule will be posted on RacersEdgeOnline.com.
Show up on Saturday, sign your life away on their contract, give them your money, and they give you a number plate. Its that easywannabeabonedoc said:
You should be able to register early at www.massresort.com. You also get to practice on Friday and then Sat before the race.
where do you sign up on the website? i cant find itCHOP said:
Guess they haven't put it up yet, but they will. Might not do it until ski season is over.
All this talk and still so far away 
There's nothing up yet, but here's the site to go to according to massresort.com. Thanks again for all the info.
Massanutten - Bike Events
YEE-HA! Downhill
Saturday, May 14, 2005: Downhill
www.mountainbikevirginia.com
Massanutten - Bike Events
YEE-HA! Downhill
Saturday, May 14, 2005: Downhill
www.mountainbikevirginia.com
A few of us from the club will definitely be at that Massanutten race
how far is it from columbia
Uhhhhh check the site??????
I'm kinda bored so...bballboy388 said:
http://www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp?go=1&do=nw&1gi=0&un=m&1da=-1.000000&1rc=A5XAX&1n=Howard&cl=EN&ct=NA&1si=gaz&rsres=1&1y=US&1a=&1c=Columbia&1s=MD&1z=&1ah=&2ex=1&2y=US&2a=&2ac=ckVb06aU4RQ%2frHauA%2bC8eWiAdGIoANxVG0kRjmOVeaYg13z7MWwrtLXHjFfbPSiAf0Zc8LKIrKg%3d&2ah=
im thinkin about doin both hardtail and full suspension class
mindlessfr said:
Depending on the Schedual, I might also
You can race DH on a Flow, right Ben?
anyone know if they are gonna be open on friday for practice like they were last year
Welcome back manDßR said: