August 29 Intense DH Series Race #2
August 30 Intense DH Series Race #3
COVID 19: Registration limited to 250 racers per event – Masks requires when social distancing is not possible. Please note there may be other venue-specific restrictions please visit Blue Mountain Website for Covid-19 updated restrictions. There will be no Team pits offered due to social distancing.
Event – Two Maxxis ESC Intense DH races in 2 days equals the Maxxis ESC Intense Double DH at Blue Mountain, PA
Race Saturday or Sunday or BOTH! Two separate races each counting for full Maxxis ESC Intense DH Series points.
No official award ceremony but Pros must be available for their group podium picture following their Class results being posted. Pro Racers MUST be present at the Podium Picture to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts! Amateurs will be called up to collect their prizing 15 minutes after their class results are posted, to allow for protests. Our podium and backdrops will be set up for the racers that want to have their picture taken on the podium.
Registration – Please download and fill out all the attached documents prior to getting in the registration line. Only racers registering should be in line with the exception of racers under 18 for them one parent or guardian should be in the registration line. Masks must be worn when registering or in the registration line. Minors will need to have their waivers notarized if their parent will not be present at registration check-in.
Click to access 2020-ESC-DH-Reg-Sheet.pdf
Click to access 2020-Maxxis-ESC-Waiver.pdf
Click to access Blue-Mountain-Race-Release-2020.pdf
Blue Mountain Bike Park COVID-19 Safety Precautions
On the Chairlift:
- We will be loading a maximum of four bikes per lift tray on the outside carriers. We will only load 4 bikes if the rider is comfortable riding with another person on the chair.
- Guests may not sit in the chair directly behind the bike carrier to give the unloading attendant sufficient time to unload bikes and distance themselves from the unloading area
- Guests who arrived in the same vehicle will be permitted to ride the chair together, all other guests will be asked to sit separately.
- Bikes will be unloaded and placed in a rack for guests to pick up. Sanitation wipes and hand sanitizer will be available at the top of the chairlift.
On the Trails:
- Riders are encouraged to only ride those they arrived with
- Riders are encouraged to continue using their masks while riding
- Rider spacing of at least 20 meters is encouraged to avoid the “slipstream” of exhalation
- If stopping along a trail, stopped riders must move at least 6’ off the trail tread while stopped
- Ride within your limits. We understand everyone is ready to get out and shred. Progression and testing your limits can wait. Ride smart, ride safe!
- All elements of the Mountain Bikers Code of Conduct should continue to be followed
- AWARDS – Pro Racers MUST be present at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts! Amateurs will be called up to collect their prizing 15 minutes after their class results are posted, to allow for protests. Our podium and backdrops will be set up for the racers that want to have their picture taken on the podium.
If you have not paid for your 2020 Maxxis ESC number plate or registration, please note it is EXACT CASH only, due to Covid 19 we will not be recirculating cash or making change.
Racers will have to find the straightest line to be the fastest against the clock and this usually means some rim pings. Descents such as Night Train are long and challenging, with short bursts of pedaling required midway through the run. This is made all the more difficult as it takes place in the middle of a rock garden, where pedal strikes can easily catch a rider off guard. Those comfortable with high speeds will do very well at this race.
Schedule:
Friday 3:00pm – 6:00pm DH Registration
Lift Spins 10am -6pm. DH Tracks open and marked.
Please visit Blue Mountain Website for Friday Lift passes.
Saturday
8:00am – 1:00pm Intense DH Registration
9:00am – 1:30pm Intense DH Practice (Sat and Sun track options open)
2:00pm Intense DH Race Start
Sunday
8:00am – 10am Intense DH Registration
9:00am-11:00am Intense DH Practice
11:30am Intense DH Race Start
2020 MAXXIS ESC INTENSE DOWNHILL CLASSES
• CLIF Kids U12 (12 and under)
• Youth U15 (15 and Under)
• Junior Amateur 15-18 (cat 2/3)
• Men Amateur 19-29 (cat 2/3)
• Veteran Amateur 30-39 (cat 2/3)
• Senior Amateur 40+ (cat 2/3)
• Junior Expert 15-18 (cat1)
• Men Expert 19-29 (cat1)
• Veteran Expert 30-39 (cat1)
• Senior Expert 40+ (cat1)
• Amateur Women (Cat 2/3)
• Masters 50+ (cat 1/2/3)
• Pro/Expert Women (pro and cat1)
• Pro Men (pro)
MAXXIS ESC Racing Age is the racers age on December 31, 2020
NO Racing License Required
Online Pre-Registration is now closed, You can register onsite with exact change
- CLIF KIDS – $10/race includes a race day lift pass
- AMATEUR – $70/race includes a race day lift pass
- EXPERT – $70/race includes a race day lift pass
- PRO – $75/race includes a race day lift pass
Exact cash Only. No change given due to Covid-19
RACE FEES – Include a Race Day Lift Pass
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY AT MIDNIGHT PRIOR TO THE EVENT
POLICIES:
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- Refunds are available two up to weeks prior to the event, less $20 Handling fee via Paypal, contact us at easternstatescup@hotmail.com
- Race entries cannot be transferred to a different event
- Once a refund is issued the same racer cannot re-register online for the same event, but they can onsite subject to availability
- Race entries can be transferred to another person for a $20 handling fee until the Wednesday prior to the event. Contact us at easternstatescup@hotmail.com
- SORRY BUT NO EXCEPTIONS TO ABOVE POLICIES
CLICK FOR FULL MAXXIS ESC INTENSE DOWNHILL INFORMATION AND RULES
MAXXIS ESC Number Plates:
All registered racers must use a 2020 MAXXIS ESC Number Plate anytime they are on course including their race run and practice.
Only registered racers with 2020 MAXXIS ESC Number Plates are allowed on the Race Course.
2020 MAXXIS ESC number plates are available at every race for $10.00 each.
These plates can be reused by racers at all 2020 MAXXIS ESC races.
Previous year’s plates are not allowed to be used.
Modifications will/can result in disqualification. Lettering/Logos MUST be 100% Intact. NO CUTS!!
If you have not paid for your 2020 Maxxis ESC number plate, please note it is CASH only and ATM machines are on site.
Please drive slowly through neighborhood while visiting our venues, we do not want to upset the neighbors and please visit the local restaurants and let them know you are there because of the enduro race.
CAMPING – Parking lot camping is available Friday and Saturday nights in the Valley parking lots, $15 per person for the weekend, under 18 free, rest rooms and showers are included. The showers will be available for all campers. They will be closed between 1pm-4pm for cleaning. As always, racers are asked to be clean and respectful when utilizing these facilities as they are used for our summer camp kids the following Monday.
Racers my also opt to use the regular camp sites for $35 a night subject to availability. These sites can be booked through Blue Mountain, they will sell out. Go to https://www.skibluemt.com/outdoor/camping/ for info.
Any fires in the parking lot must be in a raised fire pit or grill. We will not be providing fire rings. A complete list of rules will be provided to campers.
For our regular camping site or a glamping site, sites can be reserved in advance at https://www.skibluemt.com/outdoor/camping/ These sites include picnic tables and showers (by appt only).
WAIVERS
All racers must sign a MAXXIS ESC and a venue waiver prior to practicing or registering at all events. Racers under 18 must have a parent sign their waiver or supply a notarized parental signed copy. No other methods are allowed.
We will be offering our 2020 Maxxis ESC Socks, Pint Glasses and T Shirts at our registration tents, please remember its cash only
INFORMATION:
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- NUMBER PLATES– Will be sold at registration for $10 each. A 2020 MAXXIS ESC Number Plate must be affixed correctly to your bike always while on the tracks. You will not be allowed to ride without one. No cuts or trimming allowed on the plate please.
- CASH ONLY– Yup, ATMs on site.
- BUG SPRAY – You will want it and please don’t ask for ours…lol
- COLD – Temps expected in the 30’s overnights
- RAIN – Don’t even go there !!
- CLIF KIDS CLASS –No parents may ride with or run behind their children unless they are registered racers – NO EXCEPTIONS.
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MAXXIS ESC CLIF KIDS CLASS
Racers will not be charged for race registration and will receive a free race day lift pass if applicable. This class will do the same DH tracks as the pros, go arounds for features will be available. Late or onsite registrations will incur the $10 late fee.
Racers must be 12 or younger on December 31, 2020 to be eligible.
Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremonies or at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts!
ABOUT BLUE MOUNTAIN BIKING: Blue Mountain Bike Park is back baby! Offering lift-serviced downhill mountain biking with varied terrain! Blue has something for everyone, from hardcore downhillers looking to improve their skills, to downhill beginners looking to learn and grow! Last season Blue busted out a sick Progression Drop Zone and mapped out potential trail locations for future expansion. Speaking of improvements, Blue will be adding more trails, loops and a unique Skills Area! Riding instruction, equipment rentals and race events are also available, making Blue Mountain your one-stop destination for all things mountain biking, all-season-long!
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ABOUT BLUE MOUNTAIN BIKING: Blue Mountain Bike Park is back baby! Offering lift-serviced downhill mountain biking with varied terrain! Blue has something for everyone, from hardcore downhillers looking to improve their skills, to downhill beginners looking to learn and grow! Last season Blue busted out a sick Progression Drop Zone and mapped out potential trail locations for future expansion. Speaking of improvements, Blue will be adding more trails, loops and a unique Skills Area! Riding instruction, equipment rentals and race events are also available, making Blue Mountain your one-stop destination for all things mountain biking, all-season-long!
PETS AND ALCOHOL ARE NOT ALLOWED
AT ANY EASTERN STATES CUP EVENT!