JUNE 29-30, 2024 MAXXIS ESC THULE SHOWDOWN at Killington Resort, VT
MAXXIS ESC Stan’s Enduro Series
MAXXIS ESC Intense Downhill Series
MAXXIS ESC Thule Showdown Series
ONSITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE
SATURDAY 9-1 AND SUNDAY 8-8:30
The Maxxis ESC Thule Showdown at Killington Bike Park is a major event for downhill and enduro mountain bike racers on the East Coast. Racers compete on challenging natural and man-made trails that wind through Killington’s three distinct mountain areas. The “Thule Showdown” weekend features both Enduro and Downhill races, with the largest prize purse on the MAXXIS Eastern States Cup schedule awarded to riders who conquer both disciplines. This multi-day event attracts racers of all skill levels, from beginners to experts, thanks to Killington’s diverse terrain that caters to every rider’s comfort level. It’s a true test of skill and endurance, set against the backdrop of Vermont’s stunning scenery.
Killington Bike Park features three high-speed lifts serving over 30 miles of trails. From beginner to expert and classic New England singletrack to Gravity Logic’s signature flow trails, Killington Bike Park has terrain suitable for everyone.
Three unique mountain areas make up our gravity-fueled bike park. Snowshed: Home of our beginner terrain with plenty of intermediate trails to keep you progressing once you get the hang of it; Ramshead: Home of our signature freeride trails with intermediate and advanced terrain; Killington Peak: Offering classic New England trails featuring plenty of rock and roots.
- 45 miles of trails serviced by the K-1 Express Gondola
- 1,700-foot vertical drop spread across five mountain areas
- Trails range from classic cross-country singletrack to challenging big-bike downhill and freeriding trails
- Natural and man-made features on select downhill trails
- Mountain Bike Shop offering rentals, repair, and a full line of clothing and accessories
- Lessons and tours are available for a wide range of ability levels
VOLUNTEER HERE!!
For each shift of volunteer duty, volunteers will receive 1 Killington lift ticket, valid for one year from original earned date. Volunteers will also be provided a boxed lunch at the start of their shift.
What do volunteers do?
Course marshal positions will be outdoors & along the mountain bike racecourse. Course marshals are responsible for ensuring rider safety and traffic control. Volunteers will be placed at a specific location on the course & some hiking may be required. A course marshal meeting detailing your full duties will take place at the beginning of the shift start times.
PLEASE TAKE A PICTURE OF YOUR LIFT PASS, IF YOU LOSE IT AND DON’T HAVE THE PICTURE YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A REPLACEMENT FROM KILLINGTON
** NOTE: All riders on the Race Tracks at Killington on Saturday and Sunday must be registered racers with number plates. Can you imagine if all 300+ racers brought a friend?
All racers please note:
All racers must use the dedicated Maxxis ESC Racer’s lift line at Ramshead and PLEASE be respectful of all Killington employees including the lift attendants
DH racers please note:
There will be one DH track walk time slot from 9am -9:45am Saturday morning. Track walkers must stay on the DH trail and there is no tack walking allowed at any other time at Killington this weekend. No Bikes on lift during Track Walk
Enduro racers please note:
The transfer to Stage 1 and the K1 Gondola will be pedal only. The lift access for the enduro race is the KI gondola to access Stages 1-2-3-4 and Ramshead to access Stage 5
Schedule:
Friday
No Registration
10:00am – 5:00pm Lift spins – Passes available onsite from Killington. Killington Lift tickets need to be purchased online and can be picked up on-site. For full information on how to do so, CLICK HERE
Saturday
9:00am – 1:00pm Registration
9:00am – 9:45am Ramshead lift load for Intense DH Track Walk only – NO BIKES ON TRACK
10:00am – 5:00pm Open Enduro Practice
10:30am – 2:45pm Intense DH Practice
3:00pm – Timed Intense DH Seeding Runs for Pro, Expert and 50+ Classes
After Timed Intense DH Seeding ends Intense DH Practice Resumes until 5:00pm
Sunday
8:00am – 8:30am Late Registration
9:00am – 5:00pm Ramshead Lift spins (Racers w/ plates ONLY until 10:00am)
8:30am Enduro Racers meeting – Enduro Official Individual and Class start times posted
9:00am Enduro Race Start – No Practice
9:00am- 10:45am Intense DH Practice
9:30am – DH Official Individual and Class start times posted
11:00am Intense DH Race Start
NO ATM’S ARE AVAILABLE AT KILLINGTON RESORT
BRING CASH FOR MAXXISESC REGISTRATION AND SWAG
2024 Stan’s Enduro Race Classes
CANNONDALE-BIKE
KATES KIDS 12U 5-4-1-3
KATES ENDURO LITE 5-4-1-3
YOUTH 14U 5-4-1-3
JUNIOR GIRLS 16U
JUNIOR BOYS 16U
20U WOMEN
20U MEN
21-29
30-39
40-49
50+ 5-4-1-2-3
AMATEUR WOMEN
PRO WOMEN
PRO MEN
2024 Intense DH Race Classes
BRAT CLASS 8U
KATES KIDS 12U
YOUTH 14U
JUNIOR BOYS 16U
JUNIOR GIRLS 16U
AMATEUR 18U
AMATEUR 19-29
AMATEUR 30-39
AMATEUR 40 -49
MASTERS 50+
AMATEUR WOMEN
EXPERT 16U
EXPERT 18U
EXPERT 19-29
EXPERT 30-39
EXPERT 40+
EXPERT WOMEN
PRO WOMEN
PRO MEN
No Points will carry over to a new class when a racer upgrades or downgrades their class.
MAXXIS ESC Racing Age is the racers age on December 31, 2024
NO Racing License Required
Racers Must start with their class and at the assigned time. If a racer misses their class starting times, they will incur a time penalty or disqualification.
Final Class Results will be posted 5 minutes after the last racer finishes in each class.
Each racer’s time and current positioning will be available as soon as they finish.
We will award medals and prizes at our tents 15 minutes after the posted Final Class Results.
No Reruns unless the course is closed during your race run.
Pre–registered racers will only have to fill out a venue waiver at the event.
ONSITE REGISTERING Racers under 18 must have a parent sign their waiver or supply a notarized parental signed copy.
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL, EVEN IF IT’S YOUR FIRST TIME RACING NO Racing License Required
RACE FEES – Include a Saturday Practice Lift Pass and a Sunday Race Lift Pass
MAXXIS ESC THULE SHOWDOWN RACE REGISTRATION STANS ENDURO and INTENSE DH
ONSITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE
SATURDAY 9-1 AND SUNDAY 8-8:30
Your Entry Confirmation is Your PayPal Receipt
We do not send confirmation emails but we will send you venue-specific information and course maps on Thursday prior to the event.
MAXXIS ESC RACE REGISTRATION REFUND POLICY
- Refunds are available less a $20 handling fee until 14 days before the event.
- Race entries cannot be transferred to a different event
- Race entries can be transferred to another person for a $20 handling fee until 7 Days Before the event
- Contact us at easternstatescup@hotmail.com for Refunds and Transfers
Pre – registered racers will only have to fill out a venue waiver at the event
ENDURO:
ENDURO: Once activated it is Imperative that Enduro Racers DO NOT Allow their Race chips to be idle near the start or finish beacons; The chips will constantly read the times broadcast by the beacons. The timing chips have a capacity of 100 time stamps and will quickly run out of space. After reading 100 time stamps, the timing chip will no longer read any more times. As a result, no times will be recorded, and you will be declared a DNF.
ENDURO: Enduro Racers MUST hand in their timing chips within 15 minutes after finishing the last stage or they will be penalized 1 minute, after 30 minutes racers will be DQ’d from the event
Enduro Racers will be charged the replacement cost of $100.00 for broken, lost or non-returned timing chips
Enduro Racers must be present at the racers meeting where we will activate their chips
ENDURO: MASTERS 50+ CLASS
- The MASTERS 50+ Class will start first and race on Stages 5-4-1-2-3 in that order
ENDURO: YOUTH 14U CLASS
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- The 14U Class will race stages 5-4-1-3 and in that order.
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- Kates Kid 12U and 14U racers may only compete in one discipline per weekend
ENDURO: KATE’S KIDS’ CLASS
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- Kate’s Kids, Youth 14U and Kate’s Lite will do Stan’s Enduro Stages 5-4-1-3 in that order
- The Kate’s Kids’ Class preregistration fee is 100% Refunded after a parent volunteers and completes course marshaling for the race on Sunday.
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- Parents must register to volunteer at the racer’s online registration time to be eligible for the refund.
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- All you need is a fun attitude and a cell phone in case of an emergency.
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- Late or onsite registrations will incur the $10 late fee and not be eligible for the volunteer refund.
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- In the Enduro, racers in this class will compete in fewer race segments than other racers.
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- This is the “for the FUN of it” class!!
The racers in the Kate’s Kids’ Class can only participate in one discipline at Oakley Showdowns.
Racers must be 12 or younger on December 31, 2024 to be eligible.
ENDURO: KATE’S LITE CLASS
This class will race for a reduced rate thanks to KATE’S REAL FOOD and the MAXXIS Eastern States Cup. This class is intended for beginner and new enduro racers to experience the excitement of enduro racing. Participants will receive a total race time and a time for each segment but will not compete for Maxxis ESC Podiums, Prizes, or the Series Championship. This class is all about having fun! The Kate’s Enduro Lite format provides enjoyable tracks suitable for riders of all levels, focusing on women, kids, and first-timers. The emphasis is on learning and having a good time with like-minded mountain bikers rather than results or prizes.
PLEASE NOTE: KATE’S Lite Class racers are required to stay with the KATE’S Kids Class and race the segments in the same order. KATE’S Enduro Lite Class Racers may only compete in enduro at our Oakley Showdown Events.
DOWNHILL:
DOWNHILL: DH Racers MUST be at the start for their posted start time. Racers not at the start for their scheduled start time will be disqualified from the day’s competition if their Maxxis ESC Racer’s DH class results have been posted at the finish or registration area
DOWNHILL: ESC SPEED ZONE
The fastest DH racers in every class in the ESC SPEED ZONE are awarded some ESC Speed Zone swag
DOWNHILL: Seeding is Saturday at 3pm for Expert, Pro and Masters only
THULE SHOWDOWN:
The “Thule Showdown” weekends will feature both Enduro and DH races on the same day at the largest resorts on our schedule. The ESC will present high-end prizing for the top racers that race both Enduro and Downhill during the weekend.
RACERS MUST FILL OUT THE THULE SHOWDOWN SHEET AT THE ENDURO TIMING DESK BEFORE THE START OF THE FIRST RACE OF THE EVENT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THULE SHOWDOWN SERIES POINTS AND PRIZES
No race or series points will be counted if a racer only finishes one or less discipline at an event.
If a racer changes classes from their original online entry, no points will be awarded for the series or the individual Thule Showdown.
The Kate’s Kids and 14U Class racers can only participate in one discipline at Showdowns.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
MAXXIS ESC Series Race Podium
The top 5 racers in each class will make the podium, with the first, second, and third place receiving custom Eastern States Cup Podium Medals. The fourth and fifth places will receive prizes from Kate’s Real Food. Some venues may offer additional prizes as part of their enhanced prize packages.
MAXXIS ESC Men’s Pro and Women’s Pro Race Payouts:
1st = $600
2nd = $300
3rd = $200
4th = $100
5th = $50
THULE SHOWDOWN BONUS
The Thule Showdown Series events will carry 110% Series Points!
INTENSE BIKES PODIUM PAYBACK Program pays cash or certificates to racers who have raced with an Intense bike and have registered with Intense. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Kate’s Cash, When the number of racers in the men’s amateur class exceeds 50 or in the women’s amateur class exceeds 20, the class will receive a cash prize in addition to regular product prizes. The cash will be awarded as follows:
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- $100 -1st
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- $50 – 2nd
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- $25 -3rd
Please drive slowly through the 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.
FOOD: HERE
Snowshed Lodge: will be open 9:30am-4:30pm all weekend, with lunch service starting around 11am.
CAMPING: –
- There is no charge for camping this weekend at Killington, please pick up your trash!
- The Vale Road camping area is for tent and RV camping only. Please obey designated signs for tent & RV parking zones.
- There will be limited RV camping at Ramshead Thurs. June 27 – Mon. July 1 ONLY
- Overflow parking for trailers and RV’s use Upper Snowshed.
PARKING: In the lots
INFORMATION:
- NUMBER PLATES– Will be sold at registration for $10 each. A 2024 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 is allowed on the plate, please.
- CASH ONLY– PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO ATMs at KILLINGTON
- 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 !!
Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremonies or at the Race Award Ceremony
to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts!
Address: 3880 Killington Road, Killington, VT 05751
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Additional Information:
PETS AND ALCOHOL ARE NOT ALLOWED
AT ANY EASTERN STATES CUP EVENT!