mid-week MTB racing. IN OC!!!

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  1. Abui

    Abui Active Member

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    No connection on that link. :?:

    edit: working now. teething problems for new site?
     
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  2. One_Track_Mind

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    This sounds Rad but registration starts at 4:00 and the race starts at 6:00? Is this race limited to the unemployed? Even if one pre-registers, how are the 9-5ers supposed to get there and be ready by 6:00?
     
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    is anyone else having the same problem? i had 125 hits on it today so it should be working fine... working for me right now.. :-k
     
    minhster, Aug 3, 2009
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    I was able to get on and view the pictures. Curious, were these the before or after pics?
     
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    they are AFTER pics. there are plans to clean it up a bit more but it's pretty much going to be what you see in the pics. Keep in mind, the picture is only of the singletrack part that was probably only 1/4 mile. There are plenty of fireroads as well and singletracks on the other side of the lake.
     
    minhster, Aug 3, 2009
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    Wasn't complaining. Just curious. Running a bunch of bikes through there will clean it up a bit more! :beer:
     
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    Well unless they want to make it a night race or you have some special ability to keep the sun up longer 6:00 seems like a good start time.
     
    Rivet, Aug 3, 2009
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    I have never done a race before. I'm not sure what to expect but I think this would be fun to try it for the first time! :)
     
    northshore, Aug 4, 2009
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    I heard Roman Roth's going to be there! When did he race last? '97?!

    I'm taking $20 bets on him. My $20's on his win! Anyone want to play?
     
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    kev vincit qui patitur

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  11. stinky180

    stinky180 Will make it Reign....

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    whats the parking situation going to be like? do we have to pay to enter irvine lake?

    and to those that did trail work or pre-rode the trail, any gps data? mostly the track...
     
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    No GPS data since we did not get a chance to ride the whole course. We only worked on a small section of the singletrack. As i mentioned before, even if there was gps data, it would be more or less useless since you can't ride the course (on private property)
     
    minhster, Aug 11, 2009
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    I'm excited about this race!!! Nice to have a race after work to let out some stress and beat the crap out of yourself and the bike :lol:
     
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    beginner or sport....

    i never raced MTB before...beginner seems like the logical choice for me...

    but $20 for one loop? when you can actually do 2 loops on the sport level with the same $20?

    this is a dilemma....8-[

    :lol:
     
    mrjoy, Aug 12, 2009
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    Take off 1/2 day or the entire day:)

    Looks fun and will be challenging to race an unknown course!
     
    Elisheva, Aug 12, 2009
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    Can I come as a spectator, or if I race can my wife meet me there and come on in?

    John G
     
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    The race will be open for spectators to watch.
     
    minhster, Aug 12, 2009
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    Don't want to complicate your first race but are you considering a singlespeed class in the future?
     
    kev, Aug 13, 2009
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    Updated Course & Class Information

    August 26th Race Course:
    Course distance: 3.75miles.
    Elevation gain per lap: 350+ Vertical Elevation Gain
    Beginner Course: 2 laps (7.5 miles, 700+ vertical)
    Sport Course: 3 laps (11 miles, 1,050+ vertical)
    Expert Course: 4 laps (14.5 miles, 1,400+ vertical)

    Official After Party!


    Come celebrate a good race with us at The Tustin Brewing company

    Bring out the Whole Family!


    Irvine Lake is a great venue for sepctators. Right at the water's edge with plenty of grass and Shade (and restrooms). 75% of the course is visible from the starting area. Racers will pass though the start area twice a lap
     
    minhster, Aug 13, 2009
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    One thing I'm missing is actual directions to the race. This is Irvine Lake, not Irvine Park right? I assume its off of Santiago Canyon??
     
    olis1, Aug 13, 2009
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