NMBS 2008 Final to Relocate

[denmother]

4/10/2008

GRANTSVILLE, Utah ( April 9, 2008 ) The final round of the 2008 National Mountain Bike Series has been moved from Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, Idaho to a location that has yet to be revealed.

"We are awaiting confirmation from a past NMBS venue that everything is in place for the series finals to be held there, and then we can make the announcement," said series director Jeff Frost of Bluewolf Events.

In its fourth year of operation Tamarack Resort is in the midst of ongoing development, but it already offers an outstanding mountain bike trail network capable of hosting world-class competition. "Expected funding for some key pieces needed for the NMBS is being delayed. To ensure that we can host the best Finals possible, we are deferring being the event site until another year," explained Ken Rider, Tamarack Resort Director of Marketing & Sales.

"We are still excited about going to Tamarack and we will remain in communication with the resort. With so many epic trails, it's just great mountain bike country up there," said Frost.

A press release will be distributed as soon as the replacement venue for 2008 is confirmed.

About The National Mountain Bike Series

The 2008 National Mountain Bike Series (NMBS) comprises six rounds and is the premier mountain bike racing series in the United States. It is sanctioned by the national governing body of cycling sports, USA Cycling. The series determines the most consistent performers over an entire summer's gruelling competition. For more information and to see the complete 2008 NMBS calendar, visit www.mtbnationals.com. For all non-media inquiries, please send email to: info@mtbnationals.com.

[Nagaredama]

Maybe Mammoth?

[denmother]

From: Paul Skilbeck [pskilbeck@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 1:08 PM
To: Harris,Nancy D
Cc: 'Jeffery Frost'
Subject: RE: Replacement venue for NMBS race at Tamarack

Dear Nancy,

Thank you for your question. The series is awaiting notification from a chamber of commerce, and as soon as that happens the announcement will be made. We expect this to be within a month from now.

Paul Skilbeck
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[sdyeti]

Yet another example of how USAC keeps screwing the racers. Hope nobody had started planning going to Idaho.

I have an idea...how about they bring it to Sonoma?!








(oh wait, they already tried that!)

[Zippy]

USAC is definitely screwed up. For example, Collegiate Nationals has been in Banner Elk, SC for the past two years. Makes it financially difficult for West Coast schools to make it; one of the reasons I don't care to try and qualify for Nationals.

ROAD Nationals, however, are in Colorado.

Hope they find a venue before too long.

[Nagaredama]

How about Northstar?

[mottmcfly]

Very interesting. Thanks for the head's up Nancy.

[Koke]

NMBS Final moved to Utah

Organizers have announced plans to shift the National Mountain Bike Series final to Brian Head, Utah, after Idaho’s Tamarack Resort withdrew plans to host the event.

"I am really delighted that we have been able to resolve this crisis so quickly and cleanly. We've only crossed one state line, and we don't even have to change our date," said series director Jeff Frost, of event management company Blue Wolf. "And it is great to be returning to Brian Head. We were very impressed with this venue when holding a series round there two years ago."

Traci Brown, director of the mountain bike park at Brian Head, said the resort is more than able to accept a late schedule change and play host to the event.

"We are very excited to have the NMBS back, not only from the sporting side, but also it's so great to have America's top mountain bike pros come play in our back yard," said Brown. "What better opportunity to showcase the caliber of our venue?"

Events scheduled for the National Mountain Bike Series Finals Presented by Trek VW include: Cross Country, Short Track, Dual Slalom, Downhill, Super D, and Marathon. Online entries are through www.mtbnationals.com .

Started in 1991, Brian Head Mountain Bike Park rises from a base elevation of 9600 feet and rises to 11,000 feet. 40 miles of single-track trails are maintained within the park boundary, and there is easy access to Forest Service trails beyond.

A chair lift serves the downhill trails, and the gravity riders will benefit from a second pro/expert level downhill course 'Lil' Gritty' that was tested in the 2007 Utah Series. In addition to the cross country and downhill trails, the park features terrain parks that include jumps, dips, ladders and wooden elements.

[denmother]

Originally Posted by Koke

NMBS Final moved to Utah

YEAHHHHHH!!!!! Rumor were flying that it was a possibility. We had been holding our breath til it was announced.

[Man blong Gaua]

Not going myself but must say that is one of my fav places to ride downhill.

[allison]

Originally Posted by Man blong Gaua

Not going myself but must say that is one of my fav places to ride downhill.

Labor Day was our best trip last year, using Brianhead DH runs. I imagine if we go our trip will have to change quite a bit.

Lodging is free for us