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JoeTruth · 01-31-2008, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by sdyeti

I may be taking a break during that weekend...three in a row always starts to feel like work for some reason.

But then again, I may be racing both or just dh...I can't say for sure right now.

But...but...if you don't race then who's gonna strike-a-pose during and after the race in cool breezy racing atires? This could be a problem!

I still don't understand how you and Allison manage to smile in every single picture during a race. I guess that means you're truly having fun. Good for anyone who can keep a smile on their face while being in excruciating amount of pain.

gregg · 01-31-2008, 09:34 PM

Do you guys know how the point system works? It looks like you have to pay $40 to be elgible. If so is it to late to join up? And if I pay up at the next race do my previous results count? My last question. After the first race I moved up to Expert Class from Sport. If I race Expert is the Sport results thrown out? I have never had to think about having a chance to win a race, much less a series.

I will most likely be there no matter the answers. Thanks

allison · 01-31-2008, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by gregg

Do you guys know how the point system works? It looks like you have to pay $40 to be elgible. If so is it to late to join up? And if I pay up at the next race do my previous results count? My last question. After the first race I moved up to Expert Class from Sport. If I race Expert is the Sport results thrown out? I have never had to think about having a chance to win a race, much less a series.

I will most likely be there no matter the answers. Thanks

I am *guessing* here (email or call Donny for specifics):

You get points for each placing. 100 points for the win, minus five for each subsequent place. You can sign up at any time. I would imagine your previous results will count if you pay up.

If you changed classes, I don't think the first result in a different class would count. But, you get one throw out. So if you race 4 races in Expert then it's fine I'd think.

jamesdc · 01-31-2008, 10:05 PM

If i can find a ride out there I'll be there for practice, probably not race day because its expensive and im broke after buying a new marzocchi roco!!!

Mudman · 01-31-2008, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by jamesdc

If i can find a ride out there I'll be there for practice, probably not race day because its expensive and im broke after buying a new marzocchi roco!!!

haha Im in a similar situation- I bought a Demo 8. So hopefully this up coming race I can put good use to a toy that I can barely afford.

Its only 40 bucks though I bleieve.. not too much.

mottmcfly · 01-31-2008, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by allison

I hear you. Maybe take the weekend off (whether entirely or XC) and see how you feel.

I'm still feeling good, but I will probably kinda feel the same way for #4.

When I'm on the fence about races like this I picture myself sitting here looking at all the pictures and reading all the congrats and good will and wishing I would have raced!

osmarandsara · 02-01-2008, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by mottmcfly

When I'm on the fence about races like this I picture myself sitting here looking at all the pictures and reading all the congrats and good will and wishing I would have raced!

I know what you mean, after not really knowing what to expect, I raced for the very first time last weekend. I ended up getting 5th (out of 9) in XC Beginner Class (35-44).....I even got an award (1st to 5th get trophies)

You should take the plunge and come on out for the next one......although racing XC really hurts, it is also lots of fun...you would be amazed what you can do when the adrenaline is running and you don't want the guy behind you to pass you!

-Oz

Winston · 02-01-2008, 08:23 AM

Focus on DH this time around. Besides aren't we due for a split DH course this time around.

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Originally Posted by sdyeti

...gotta take stock in how I'm feeling.

denmother · 02-01-2008, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Winston

Besides aren't we due for a split DH course this time around.

One can only hope!!!

TKCastle · 02-01-2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Winston

Focus on DH this time around. Besides aren't we due for a split DH course this time around.

Please explain. Like a pros/expert course and a sport/beginner separate course?

Marshall Willanholly · 02-01-2008, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TKCastle

Please explain. Like a pros/expert course and a sport/beginner separate course?

Not a completely separate course, but one or two sections will have a split for pro/expert and sport/beginner classes.

It makes practice a little more important. You don't want to take the wrong course in your race run.

Take a look at the tiny writing on the arrow signs in Winston's pic below. Not easy to read at race pace.

Winston · 02-01-2008, 09:16 AM

Close.

Same start and finish, just the sport/beginners have 1 or 2 bypasses to get around the tech stuff.

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Originally Posted by TKCastle

Please explain. Like a pros/expert course and a sport/beginner separate course?

Winston · 02-01-2008, 09:28 AM

Practice makes perfect. Of course I forgot a line in the last race...DOH!!!

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Originally Posted by Marshall Willanholly

Take a look at the tiny writing on the arrow signs in Winston's pic below. Not easy to read at race pace.

denmother · 02-01-2008, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Marshall Willanholly

It makes practice a little more important. You don't want to take the wrong course in your race run.

Take a look at the tiny writing on the arrow signs in Winston's pic below. Not easy to read at race pace.

For the actual race run, they normally tape off the side not being raced so that doesn't happen. Practice gets interesting where the courses connect back together. You definitely have to check for cross traffic!!!

jfromlv · 02-01-2008, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Winston

Focus on DH this time around. Besides aren't we due for a split DH course this time around.

I am definitely ready for some rocks!

sdyeti · 02-01-2008, 08:35 PM

+1 on that, brah!

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Originally Posted by jfromlv

I am definitely ready for some rocks!

J_Sims · 02-01-2008, 08:38 PM

I will be there.... may try XC race and bring the Socom to see how it feels...

sdyeti · 02-01-2008, 08:41 PM

It's gonna feel good to get back out on the full squish, I can imagine...

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Originally Posted by J_Sims

I will be there.... may try XC race and bring the Socom to see how it feels...

J_Sims · 02-01-2008, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sdyeti

It's gonna feel good to get back out on the full squish, I can imagine...

Just to clarify... Bring the DOs for XC and the Socom to Practice later in the day...

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01-31-2008, 09:34 PM	#42 (permalink)
gregg Member	Do you guys know how the point system works? It looks like you have to pay $40 to be elgible. If so is it to late to join up? And if I pay up at the next race do my previous results count? My last question. After the first race I moved up to Expert Class from Sport. If I race Expert is the Sport results thrown out? I have never had to think about having a chance to win a race, much less a series. I will most likely be there no matter the answers. Thanks

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jamesdc Senior Member	If i can find a ride out there I'll be there for practice, probably not race day because its expensive and im broke after buying a new marzocchi roco!!!

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