Based on the popularity of the 2016 event format we will continue doing it that way in 2017. Here is the format explained and compared to our second gravity series:
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RedAss Downhill Enduro |
Fox Rollercoaster #Superflow
sealed by Stan's |
| Shuttles |
Yes |
No, other than Thredbo you ride to the start |
| Number of tracks |
One track that you ride twice - the faster of the two times counts
Thredbo being the exception where you only race the track once. We will have seeding runs for some if not all categories. |
Between 2 and 4 - you ride every track once.
Combined time counts.
In Thredbo there will be 2 runs on the same trail - combined time counts. |
| Recommended bikes |
Downhill bikes and 5-6 inch travel All-Mountain bikes |
All-Mountain bikes with 4-5 inches of travel are ideal but you will also be able to race with a (full suspension) Cross Country bike. |
| Protective gear |
Full face helmet is a requirement. U17 and younger categories also must wear knee and elbow guards as well as full finger gloves.
We further recommend neck and back protection. |
As much as you like but we only require you to wear a standard cycling helmet. |
| Tracks used |
Only downhill. Challenging descents. Most technical features have B-lines. |
Predominantly downhill with a few pedally sections in them. Technical features will have B-lines. Big jumps will be closed off. |
| Start order |
Traditional DH start order with fixed times when you need to be at the startgate. |
You decide the sequence in which you race. Only time to watch is the cut-off time for the last run. No start order. Ride in groups even if you are in different categories. |
