Nederland, Colorado
August 23rd & 24th, 2008
Cross Country Course Map Viewable
Course Map Printable (pdf)
Online Registration @ SportsBase.com
Printable Registration Form (.pdf)
Eldora Escape Race Update 8/20
The XC course is marked and now open for pre-riding! What a treat to ride this hidden gem of a course again. Fast, rolling, tacky, woody, rooty, technical – this course has it all. Except dust! It won’t be dusty!!
Note some lap distances have been tweaked for some categories to make for a more rewarding race distance and time. We don’t want people out there for much longer than two hours. This shouldn’t be an endurance race!
Camping is only $10 for the weekend and is available in the north parking lot at the resort. Restrooms and water are available. You can arrive on Friday anytime during the day and set-up camp, and just pay for the camping Saturday at registration. Sorry no open fires or charcoal grills are permitted, and no showers are available. Also, there are 3 bears living in the aspen grove nearby so keep your garbage packed up and don’t let the pets or kids wander around after dark!
Warriors Cycling and Eldora Mountain Resort
Presents the 5th Annual Eldora Escape, the 8th stop in the Mountain States Cup Series. We will again feature the Energizer Short Track Race and of course what has become a favorite in the Endurance series the Indian Peaks Cross Country. This year we will be crowning the Colorado State Short Track Championships at the Eldora Escape. The event will be two days of championship racing, Industry Expo, awards ceremonies, raffles, Oskar Blues refreshments, and an opportunity to hang out with friends new and old during this laid back weekend of racing.
The Lowdown:
Date – August 23rd and 24th
Location – Eldora Mountain Resort, Nederland Colorado
Disciplines – STXC & XC
Contact – ph. 970-262-9129 email:
The Energizer Short Track – Colorado State STXC State Championships:
On Saturday August 23rd, we are very excited to continue championship short track racing at the Eldora Escape, this year crowning the State Champions in that discipline. Utilizing the same course that garnered good reviews last year, this off-road criterium style course is a fast, open, spectator friendly one taking place at the Eldora Mountain Base Area. This race will be part of the Mountain States Cup Series and points will be awarded.
The Indian Peaks Cross Country:
On Sunday August 24th, The Indian Peaks Cross Country Race features the familiar 6 mile loop that XC racers love. Course layout includes Nordic terrain, fast ski trails, undulating singletrack, tight trees, and technical descents. This is a real rider’s course that keeps you on your pedals.
Schedule:
Friday August 22nd
Pre-Registration in Boulder at Full Cycle Bike Shop on Pearl Street 4-7pm. (see pre-registration below)
| Race Day Registraton at Eldora | 6:30 am – 3:00 pm |
| Race Starts | All Day |
| Free Shimano Kids Race | 1:00 pm |
| Awards Ceremonies | After the completion of each race |
Saturday Start Times:
All categories race 20 minutes plus 2 laps.
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8:00
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Junior Beginner Men 18 & under |
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8:40
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Junior Sport Men 18 & under |
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9:20
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Beginner Men 19+ |
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10:00
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Sport Men 19-29 |
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10:40
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Sport Men 30-39, Clydesdale |
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11:20
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Sport/Beginner Women |
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12:00
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Pro/Expert/Singlespeed Women/Junior Expert Women |
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12:40
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Sport Men 40+ |
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1:00
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Free Shimano Kids Race |
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1:20
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Expert Men 19-29 |
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2:00
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Junior Expert Men / Expert Men 40+ |
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2:40
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Expert Men 30-39 / Singlespeed Men |
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3:20
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Pro/Semi Pro Men |
Sunday August 24th
| Race Day Registraton at Eldora | 6:30 am – 11:00 am |
| Race Start | 8:30 am, 10:00am, 12:00am |
| Free Shimano Kids Race | 1:00 pm |
| Awards Ceremonies, Mtn States Cup Raffles |
10:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm |
Sunday Start Times:
8:30 AM Start |
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| 8:30 | Beginner Men | 3 Laps on Green Course |
| 8:32 | Beginner Women | 2 Laps on Green Course |
| 8:34 | Junior Beginner | 1 Lap on Green Course |
10:00 AM Start |
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| 10:00 | Pro Women | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:02 | Expert Women 19+, Singlespeed Women | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:04 | Sport Men 19-29 | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:06 | Sport Men 30-34 | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:08 | Sport Men 35-39, Clydesdale Men | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:10 | Sport Men 40+ | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:12 | Junior-X Women, Junior Sport Men | 2 Laps on Red Course |
| 10:14 | Sport Women 19+ | 2 Laps on Red Course |
12:00 PM Start |
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| 12:00 | Pro Men | 4 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:02 | Semi-Pro Men | 4 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:04 | Junior X Men | 3 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:06 | Expert Men 19-29 | 4 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:08 | Expert Men 30-34, Singlespeed Men | 4 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:10 | Expert Men 35-39 | 4 Laps on Red Course |
| 12:12 | Expert Men 40+ | 4 Laps on Red Course |
1:00 PM Start |
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| Free Shimano Kids Race | 2 laps on Kids course |
How to get there:
From the Front Range, drive to Boulder and go west on Canyon Street, up Boulder Canyon to Nederland. Go south at the roundabout and follow signs to Eldora Mountain Resort. From points West of Idaho Springs, Exit #204 at Highway 6 to Black Hawk. You will turn north on Highway 119 and go through Black Hawk, continuing to Nederland. Turn left at the Mexican Grill and follow paved road past High School to Eldora Mountain Resort.
Volunteer/Race Crew:
Work with race crew in exchange for entry. Shifts available on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Contact Us for more information.
Pre-Registration:
You may register online at Sportsbaseonline.com - Online pre-registration cut-off is midnight on Wednesday, August 20th. Pre-registered mail-in entries must be received by Monday, August 18th. You may also pre-register, with no late fee, Friday afternoon from 4-7 pm at Full Cycle Bike Shop, in Boulder at their Pearl Street Location.
Race Site Registration:
Race day registration and check-in will take place in the Eldora Mountain Lodge at Eldora Resort, from 6:30am to 12:00 noon. RACERS MUST REGISTER AT LEAST ONE HOUR PRIOR TO START. On-site registration fee of $10 will be assessed for on-site registrations.
Camping:
Eldora Mountain Resort features camping in the north section of the base area parking lot. The resort will close the gates at midnight on Friday and Saturday; make sure you are in! The area will be open to camping on Friday/Saturday. Fee is $10 for one or both nights and racers should pay at registration. ABSOLUTELY NO FIRES AT THE RESORT.
Parking and expo area will be in the main lot at the resort. There will be no shower facilities, however men’s and women’s restrooms will be available. Pre-riding is open on the XC course on Friday and Saturday, however the main mountain at Eldora will be closed to all. The Resort and Warriors Cycling ask that you please respect private property
Hot Tunes/Cold Beer:
Enjoy the day from the main lodge where the racing action passes by the lodge deck where you can watch the racers duke it out while soaking up the mountain sun, listening to tunes, have a burger, drink a Dale’s Pale, get a tan….
First Aid:
First Aid will be located at the finish area. Hydration fluids will be available at the finish area. Restroom facilities are also at the start/finish area.
Results / Awards:
Results will be posted at the race venue at the completion of each competition. Awards ceremonies will take place in front of the resort’s lodge / cafeteria and on Saturday, will take place after the completion of each race. On Sunday, awards will be held at 10:30, 1:30 and 3:30. Cash will be paid to the top pro and semi-pro categories, and awards given three deep in all categories. You must pick up your award at the ceremony to receive it. We will hold raffles throughout the weekend for some great items provided by our sponsors.
Colorado State Short Track Championships:
We are excited to crown the USAC Colorado State Short Track Champions during the Short Track Race. State Championship Designations and points will be awarded to the top racers in the STXC Race only.
USAC License Information:
Non-USAC members will pay an additional $5 when registering. Expert level riders and higher must hold an annual license, which can be purchased at registration.
Energizer Short Track Race – Colorado State STXC Championships
Saturday August 23rd
This off-road criterium style course is a fast, open, spectator friendly affair taking place at the Eldora Mountain Base Area.
Indian Peaks Cross Country Race
Sunday August 24th
In the backcountry tradition, this exhilarating 6-mile circuit (approx.) will thrill riders with fast double-track, challenging singletrack, tight trees and technical descents. Additionally, we have designed a unique course especially for the beginner and junior riders that complement their skill level. The Sport, Expert and Pro level racers will compete on a more challenging advanced course that tests their all-around riding ability.
Course Description:
IMPORTANT – Please park outside the ski area parking lot gate when pre-riding on Friday, where the parking and trail head for Jenny Creek is. You may be locked in otherwise!
Course pre-riding:
Friday August 22nd, and Saturday August 23rd are the only days you may officially pre-ride the XC course. Please respect that this course is on private land and the landowners have graciously allowed us to use it for racing, but not for public use or pre-riding other than these designated days. Thank you!
Course Map Viewable
Course Map Printable (pdf)
START ALL CATEGORIES:
Start on the dirt road on the east side of the new Indian Peaks Day Lodge. Head south and up the ski area service road to a left turn where you head into the woods at Cheater’s Corner and onto 17th Avenue. Go right on 17th Ave to Meadow’s Loop where you turn right for a counter-clockwise loop of Meadow’s Loop and continue onto Phoebe Snow Loop. That heads into the rocky road of Twin Twisted Tree, where the intersection of the Beginner (Green) and Expert (Red) loops split.
EXPERT LOOP: Turn right onto Siding and head up Rising Sun to Setting Sun Singletrack. Continue climbing on Setting Sun to the top of the course where you’ll turn left and down onto Rising Sun Descent. Make a very hard right onto Fatty Mills singletrack and continue descending through Bobo’s Bogs and soft singletrack to where you’ll rejoin the green course. Turn Right onto Buckeye Basin heading north. |
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CONTINUE ALL CATEGORIES:
Continue north on Buckeye Basin, staying right on Upper Bogwaun, and then turn left at the intersection of the north branch of Rising Sun and Beaver’s Revenge. Go left and down on Beaver’s Revenge, down Mill Iron, veering right at lower Mill Iron for a short left hand turn, before turning right onto Peterson’s Return. Follow Peterson’s Return back to 17th Avenue, through the grassy meadow past the Nordic Center, through the Nordic Center gate and across the parking lot to the Start/Finish!
Free Shimano Kids Race
Saturday 1:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm
A free Shimano Kids Race will be presented for those 10 and under at the start/finish area. Classes will be determined based on the number of participants. All kids will receive a medal and a t-shirt. Kids must be accompanied by a parent and can register at the race site. All participants must wear helmet.
