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Jordansrealm · 02-05-2008, 10:15 AM

Oops well that sucks too because I will be in MOAB. But hey I will be in MOAB so I will be

kanga · 02-06-2008, 08:55 PM

I'm heading up Friday, and may be up for doing something on Saturday if anyone is up around that area. I'd like to check out the DH course, since I've never raced DH before.

allison · 02-06-2008, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kanga

I'm heading up Friday, and may be up for doing something on Saturday if anyone is up around that area. I'd like to check out the DH course, since I've never raced DH before.

You'd probably do really well in any of the races, including the stage race.

maxwell · 02-10-2008, 10:40 PM

Man, Fergus and I were talking about this on the way back from Fontucky Saturday.

Stage race.......on Godzilla.......

I actually have a vacation week scheduled two week's after this event. I'll have to see if the powers at the top will let me switch.

If not......cough cough....I'm feel like I'm gonna puke....burrap.......

posthole · 02-11-2008, 02:34 PM

To everyone who loves to ride,

Here is the official press release on the 20th Annual Keyesville Classic and we would like to invite you to join us for a great weekend of riding. The All Mountain Stage Race is going to be a lot of fun and an exciting challenge to any rider. Come out, camp, and have a great time riding your bikes!

An official "Thanks" to the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association for continuing to organize the Keyesville Classic! We love this event!

Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes Signs On As Title Sponsor of

2008 Keyesville Classic

New Partnership with the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association promises to bring renewed energy to a timeless event!

RIDGECREST, CA – Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes has teamed up with the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association (SSFTA) as the title sponsor of the 20th Annual Keyesville Classic, March 14th – 16th. An early-season event on the USA Cycling Calendar, the event will feature cyclists of all ages and skill levels, all bound by a common love of riding serpentine singletrack on their knobby tired machines.

The 2008 Keyesville Classic will feature cross country, down hill, and short track races over the course of the weekend. The signature event of the weekend, the Bionicon All Mountain Stage Race, combines the three events into a three-stage race, which encourages riders to test their all around strengths against other racers. During the All Mountain Stage Race, riders must use the same bike for all three events, with the exception of an allowed tire change for the downhill race stage.

The event will begin Friday March 14th at the Kernville Brewery with a showing of KLUNKERZ, at 6:00pm,and friendly atmosphere where event participants and attendees can mingle and celebrate the history of mountain biking. The public is invited to arrive early and enjoy the food and beer at the brewery, which opens at 1:00pm.

Attendees will find vendors, food, live music Saturday, and great camping at the staging area. A Vintage Bike race and Trials competition are also planned, and are always crowd favorites.

For a complete schedule of events, and more information about the 2008 Keyesville Classic, brought to you by Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes, visit http://www.ssfta.com/.

About Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes
Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes is the innovator of Adjustable Travel and Geometry dating back to the late nineties. The idea of an adjustable geometry bike was born from two German Snowboarders who trained on their mountain bikes during the summer. Riding in the Bavarian Alps meant steep climbs and nerve racking descents, and it quickly motivated them to find a system that improved the ride qualities of the existing bikes in both directions. An epiphany came to them after watching the local mountain goats climb and descend the steep terrain while keeping their bodies as level as possible. From this moment, Bionicon was born and ten years of research has gone into developing the most instinctive and user friendly suspension system on the market. By pushing one button on the handlebar, a rider can adjust the geometry of the bike from steep climbing angles to relaxed downhill angles. This ability gives the rider a comfortable position for the climb and a very confidence-inspiring position for the descent. A truly “All Mountain” experience! Bionicon continues to evolve and now offers three suspension systems and nine frames ranging from All Mountain to City Commuter.
Learn more at http://www.bionicon.com

posthole · 02-11-2008, 03:04 PM

Here is a Purdy section of Singletrack on the Keyesville Classic. Thanks for the pics jfsh and Kanga!
Keyesville Classic SS..jpg

bigringrider101 · 02-11-2008, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by posthole

The event will begin Friday March 24th at the Kernville Brewery with a showing of KLUNKERZ, at 6:00pm

A little misprint
I'm pretty sure this is the 14th not the 24th.

DON'T BE LATE

gregg · 02-11-2008, 07:41 PM

You are right, the 14, 15 and 16. So Bernie, you racing all 3 races?

bigringrider101 · 02-11-2008, 07:44 PM

I'll be doing the XC definately, and big chances for ST
no way on the DH

posthole · 02-11-2008, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigringrider101

A little misprint
I'm pretty sure this is the 14th not the 24th.

DON'T BE LATE

Thanks for noticing the date. It begins on March 14th!

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigringrider101

I'll be doing the XC definately, and big chances for ST
no way on the DH

Two words for the time of your life: Stage Race!
See you out there.

posthole · 02-13-2008, 10:14 PM

It is great to see such a great response on STR and we look forward to seeing all of you at this year's race. For all of you that have already RSVP'd, please go online and register at www.active.com. It helps us anticipate the logistics of the race for your enjoyment. Thanks and let's have fun beginning the season in Keyesville.

allison · 02-14-2008, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by posthole

It is great to see such a great response on STR and we look forward to seeing all of you at this year's race. For all of you that have already RSVP'd, please go online and register at www.active.com. It helps us anticipate the logistics of the race for your enjoyment. Thanks and let's have fun beginning the season in Keyesville.

Registered on Tuesday!! Looking forward to it.

For the stage race it's less than $25/race!

sdyeti · 02-25-2008, 08:37 PM

Aight peeps...looks like I'm in (not sure if just for the DH or for the stage race).

mottmcfly · 02-25-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kanga

I just noticed on the KC entry form (PDF available here) that the "stage race" is being run in the same style as Downieville's all-mountain race. You have to ride the same bike on the DH, CC, and ST courses, and of course, race in the same category.

I did the Downieville all-mountain race last year and it was an eye-opener to say the least! For D'ville there was a bike weigh-in each day and digital photo taken of the bike. The KC entry form just says "on the same bike," no mention of weigh-in or anything else so I'll see what I can find out. For D'ville there was no changing wheels, tires or anything.

There was a great article in the Nov/Dec 2007 Decline mag about the Downieville all-mountain race entitled "a race for the bike you ride every day" and it looks like Keyesville might be moving in that direction as well. The title of that article summed it up pretty well.

I'm not sure if this category, or the way they're running it this year is new for Keyesville, since I haven't been to the event in many years, but I'm pleased to see the idea spreading. It should be good!

Just bought that issues off their site. I'm definitely doing the DH there this year and the all mountain might be nice too if they're not the same exact thing.

J_Sims · 02-25-2008, 10:00 PM

Filling out the Vacation request as I type this... This is going to be sooooo much fun

Looks like the Scumbag is coming to the classic

sdyeti · 02-25-2008, 10:01 PM

Schweet!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by J_Sims

Filling out the Vacation request as I type this... This is going to be sooooo much fun

Looks like the Scumbag is coming to the classic

kanga · 02-25-2008, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mottmcfly

Just bought that issues off their site. I'm definitely doing the DH there this year and the all mountain might be nice too if they're not the same exact thing.

You may have missed my follow-up post to what you quoted (#39, I think). Basically, there is a weigh-in, but with an allowance for a change of tires. I'll find out the exact allowance and let everyone know. See ya there!

surlygal · 03-06-2008, 04:57 PM

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GP_pilot [03-06-2008 04:50 PM] - Heading to ABQ that weekend now that Bjammin backed out

Since when

Bummer

autoduel · 03-06-2008, 05:10 PM

Who's heading up friday morning? I'd like to preride the course before racing it, especially the downhill. Carpool or caravan anyone?

02-05-2008, 10:15 AM	#61 (permalink)
Jordansrealm www.lostmanifesto.com	Oops well that sucks too because I will be in MOAB. But hey I will be in MOAB so I will be __________________ "Gene, let me hold on to your nuts for you" - CC "You think you're smart cuz you know words" - Benchwarmers

02-06-2008, 08:55 PM	#62 (permalink)
kanga What should I put here?	I'm heading up Friday, and may be up for doing something on Saturday if anyone is up around that area. I'd like to check out the DH course, since I've never raced DH before. __________________ To expand your comfort zone, you have to leave it! http://www.BioniconUSA.com http://www.OTBMBC.com http://www.CORBAmtb.com

02-10-2008, 10:40 PM	#64 (permalink)
maxwell Dirty Stinky PATH Love	Man, Fergus and I were talking about this on the way back from Fontucky Saturday. Stage race.......on Godzilla....... I actually have a vacation week scheduled two week's after this event. I'll have to see if the powers at the top will let me switch. If not......cough cough....I'm feel like I'm gonna puke....burrap....... __________________ "what if I say I'm not like the other's, what if I say, I'm not just another one, who play's the pretender, what if I say I will never surender" Foo Fighters - Pretender

02-11-2008, 02:34 PM	#65 (permalink)
posthole BioMICon	Keyesville Classic and Bionicon To everyone who loves to ride, Here is the official press release on the 20th Annual Keyesville Classic and we would like to invite you to join us for a great weekend of riding. The All Mountain Stage Race is going to be a lot of fun and an exciting challenge to any rider. Come out, camp, and have a great time riding your bikes! An official "Thanks" to the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association for continuing to organize the Keyesville Classic! We love this event! Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes Signs On As Title Sponsor of 2008 Keyesville Classic New Partnership with the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association promises to bring renewed energy to a timeless event! RIDGECREST, CA – Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes has teamed up with the Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association (SSFTA) as the title sponsor of the 20th Annual Keyesville Classic, March 14th – 16th. An early-season event on the USA Cycling Calendar, the event will feature cyclists of all ages and skill levels, all bound by a common love of riding serpentine singletrack on their knobby tired machines. The 2008 Keyesville Classic will feature cross country, down hill, and short track races over the course of the weekend. The signature event of the weekend, the Bionicon All Mountain Stage Race, combines the three events into a three-stage race, which encourages riders to test their all around strengths against other racers. During the All Mountain Stage Race, riders must use the same bike for all three events, with the exception of an allowed tire change for the downhill race stage. The event will begin Friday March 14th at the Kernville Brewery with a showing of KLUNKERZ, at 6:00pm,and friendly atmosphere where event participants and attendees can mingle and celebrate the history of mountain biking. The public is invited to arrive early and enjoy the food and beer at the brewery, which opens at 1:00pm. Attendees will find vendors, food, live music Saturday, and great camping at the staging area. A Vintage Bike race and Trials competition are also planned, and are always crowd favorites. For a complete schedule of events, and more information about the 2008 Keyesville Classic, brought to you by Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes, visit http://www.ssfta.com/. About Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes Bionicon Backcountry Mountainbikes is the innovator of Adjustable Travel and Geometry dating back to the late nineties. The idea of an adjustable geometry bike was born from two German Snowboarders who trained on their mountain bikes during the summer. Riding in the Bavarian Alps meant steep climbs and nerve racking descents, and it quickly motivated them to find a system that improved the ride qualities of the existing bikes in both directions. An epiphany came to them after watching the local mountain goats climb and descend the steep terrain while keeping their bodies as level as possible. From this moment, Bionicon was born and ten years of research has gone into developing the most instinctive and user friendly suspension system on the market. By pushing one button on the handlebar, a rider can adjust the geometry of the bike from steep climbing angles to relaxed downhill angles. This ability gives the rider a comfortable position for the climb and a very confidence-inspiring position for the descent. A truly “All Mountain” experience! Bionicon continues to evolve and now offers three suspension systems and nine frames ranging from All Mountain to City Commuter. Learn more at http://www.bionicon.com Last edited by posthole; 02-11-2008 at 10:23 PM. Reason: date

02-11-2008, 03:04 PM	#66 (permalink)
posthole BioMICon	Photo to Entice Here is a Purdy section of Singletrack on the Keyesville Classic. Thanks for the pics jfsh and Kanga! Keyesville Classic SS..jpg Last edited by posthole; 02-11-2008 at 05:52 PM. Reason: added photo

02-11-2008, 07:41 PM	#68 (permalink)
gregg Member	You are right, the 14, 15 and 16. So Bernie, you racing all 3 races?

02-11-2008, 07:44 PM	#69 (permalink)
bigringrider101 Senior Member	I'll be doing the XC definately, and big chances for ST no way on the DH

02-13-2008, 10:14 PM	#71 (permalink)
posthole BioMICon	From Keyesville Classic Race Director Jason Smith It is great to see such a great response on STR and we look forward to seeing all of you at this year's race. For all of you that have already RSVP'd, please go online and register at www.active.com. It helps us anticipate the logistics of the race for your enjoyment. Thanks and let's have fun beginning the season in Keyesville.

02-25-2008, 08:37 PM	#73 (permalink)
sdyeti Spinning my wheels	Aight peeps...looks like I'm in (not sure if just for the DH or for the stage race). __________________ My Blog: Two Wheel Love THE PATH-Love the Bike You Ride

02-25-2008, 10:00 PM	#75 (permalink)
J_Sims P. W. R.	Filling out the Vacation request as I type this... This is going to be sooooo much fun Looks like the Scumbag is coming to the classic __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

03-06-2008, 05:10 PM	#79 (permalink)
autoduel sandbagger	Who's heading up friday morning? I'd like to preride the course before racing it, especially the downhill. Carpool or caravan anyone? __________________ Steve Just along for the ride

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