Saturday, August 1, 2015 -- Bruceton Mills, WV / Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake Ultra & Ultra Lite - WVMBA Ultra #5
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WVMBA Ultra Series Event #5
Race the 50 Mile ULTRA (a WVMBA Ultra Series Event)
Or the 23 Mile Ultra Lite (NOT a WVMBA Points event)
2015 Registration
Saturday 10:00am start . . . 50 mile approximate distance
- [ Register Online ] with BikeReg.com
- Ultra: $65 WVMBA members, $65 non-members plus a one-day membership fee ($8)
- Ultra Lite: $45 WVMBA members, $45 non-members plus a one-day membership fee ($8).
Classes: All WVMBA Ultra Classes
: men's open, women's open, masters 45+, and single speed
Ultra Light Categories: men's open and women's open
The Big Bear Ultra is the 5th race in the WVMBA ultra point series. It is a mountain bike race that tests the participants, endurance & ability. Only well conditioned cyclists should attempt this event.
Course (50M Ultra): Consists of a 50 mile mostly single track loop. The course will be well marked. Please be aware, due to the length and nature of the course it is up to the racer to watch for the signs. At least 5 aid stations will be in place with water and snacks. Cut off times will be in effect to prevent an after dark finish of 10 hours.
Awards
- 5:00pm - Ultra Mugs, cash, and prizes.
- Large cookout and beverages afterwards for all racers and $10 each for guests.
Camping
Weekend primitive camping at Start/Finish is free for all racers. RV camping in Beaver Creek Village 10% off for this event.
Lodging is available at the Microtel in Hazelton. 304-379-7900
Location
Big Bear Lake Camplands
450 Big Bear Lake Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525
[ Google Map to Big Bear lake ]
Directions
To get to Big Bear Lake take I-68 to the Hazelton Exit (WV exit 29) and go south (left if you are coming on I-68 West, right if you are coming on I-68 East). Follow this road 3 miles to the guard shack at Big Bear Lake.
Near-by Motel
Maple Leaf Motel, Bruceton Mills, WV, call them at (304)379-4075
For more information about the event or bike trails contact: Mark Schooley, 304-379-4382, or at bentfattire@aol.com
* WVMBA ULTRA Points Series Event *
Part of the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association (WVMBA) ULTRA Points Series. WVMBA supports the efforts of The International Mountain Biking Association and encourages all riders to adhere to the rules of the trail. Visit them at: www.wvmba.com
Start Date: | 2015-08-01 Start Time: 10:00am |
Event Name: | Big Bear Lake Ultra & Ultra Lite - WVMBA Ultra #5 |
Location(s): |
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 Big Bear Lake |
Event Type(s): |
Bike MTB XC |
Event Distance(s): | 23mi 50mi |
Contact(s): |
Jeff Simcoe Phone: 301-501-1516 Email: bikebigbearwv@gmail.com |
Affiliate(s): |
West Virginia Mountain Bike Association |
Comments: | |
Offsite URL: | www.bigbearwv.com/ |