Race director's tips

The Course:

The course layout is intended to be ridden and enjoyed by the average trail rider, yet it will be challenging enough to be exciting for all riders and machines.  Horsepower is not always king, a smooth steady approach can beat brute force and acceleration. Handling and traction will be very important with this year's event, as we will have a new layout for the course. By incorporating left and right turns into the mountain we hope to increase track time for the riders, and enhance the spectator's enjoyment. This will not be a snow cross type event, nor will it be a straight shot up the mountain, like last year.

The Machines:

Machines must be safe and functional. Old and new machines are all welcome. Bring out your sled and test your ability. Our vintage class provided some of the best runs and longest times on the course last year. With classes for 500, 600, 700, and 800 cc, open and fan cooled as well as big powerful open mods, and 4-strokes we will surely have a class suitable for your ride.

The Minis:

The always-exciting 120 class will be run on the lower part of the course with awards for all the participants. Awards to follow at the end of the 120cc event.  The class will run at the intermission, approximately midway through the event. Parents are encouraged to stay nearby to help out. Bring your little racer and have some fun.

The Start:

Classes will be pre-staged in lanes to help organize and speed up the start. Several course marshals will tell you when to move in line. Our start will be downhill, to prevent the starting area from getting torn up. Our Timekeeper and Flagman will keep you well informed on when to begin up the mountain. This is a timed run. The timer starts when you break the starting line timer. We have 3 locations on the hill that report a clear track back to the start gate.

Tips and FAQs.

Q- How many times can I run?
A- There is a maximum of 2 classes per sled and each sled may enter a class only one time.  Example:  If you want to run 4 classes you need to bring at least two sleds.

Q- How old or young can I be?
A- This year there will be a restriction on riders under the age twelve, they will be limited to fan cooled machines. EXAMPLE: There will be no ten-year-olds on 800 cc sleds this year.

Q- If I don't make it up the hill, what can I do?
A-It is certainly best not to stop without trying to turn back down the hill. If you feel like that cannot make it, it is best to turn back before all forward movement is lost. Once headed downhill, it works best to keep slight clutch engagement instead of locking up the brakes.

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