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12/15/16 at 5:16pm
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Dates and registration are open. We made a lot of changes and improvements to the short rack course to increase fun in the woods and showcase what the THTB can do. Go check out the trail prior too because of these changes. We also have a few more improvements we are working on now too, which should be completed prior to the series (roller berms/pump rhythm section). 

IF you have thought about racing mtbs but not sure what to expect, this series is a great intro to racing. I think Neal will also be holding a MTB Racing 101 course the week prior.
  
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Reply #1 - 12/15/16 at 6:37pm
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I see that registration opens at 9am, but can anyone tell me when the races actually start?
  
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Reply #2 - 12/15/16 at 7:04pm
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flynbryan19 wrote on 12/15/16 at 6:37pm:
I see that registration opens at 9am, but can anyone tell me when the races actually start?


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Reply #3 - 12/16/16 at 1:18pm
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Yellowduck wrote on 12/15/16 at 7:04pm:


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Sorry.  I need to internet harder.... lol thanks.
  
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Reply #4 - 12/16/16 at 4:49pm
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woot woot! looking forward to this!
  
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Reply #5 - 12/16/16 at 5:11pm
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pearl wrote on 12/16/16 at 4:49pm:
woot woot! looking forward to this!


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pearl wrote on 12/16/16 at 4:49pm:
woot woot! looking forward to this!


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Hoping to make a couple of these Lord willing.
  
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Reply #7 - 12/23/16 at 2:52am
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If I am over 50 ,which would do me better. Over 40 beginner  or masters ? I'm not sure if that masters is,for experienced riders or not . Thanks
  
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Reply #8 - 12/23/16 at 7:24am
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If you are a beginner, the 40+ beginner race would be a good place to start.  There will still be some fairly speedy racers.  The masters 50+ race is a little longer, at 40 vs 30 minutes.  There will be some quick 50+ racers!  So it would be more challenging.  Also, you can do both... Smiley
  
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Reply #9 - 12/26/16 at 12:44pm
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Went out there the other day.  Wow such a better track!  Love the line options and possible passing points in the woods now.
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Reply #10 - 12/29/16 at 8:36pm
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I've been riding for years but haven't had a chance to try out racing until this year. Anyone got some tips for a first timer? I'm going to register for the beginner mens 18-29 category.
  
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Reply #11 - 12/29/16 at 10:05pm
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TheDoomer wrote on 12/29/16 at 8:36pm:
I've been riding for years but haven't had a chance to try out racing until this year. Anyone got some tips for a first timer? I'm going to register for the beginner mens 18-29 category.


Ride your own race. 30 minutes is longer then you think when your going all out.

Call your passes and/or communicate with those passing you so it can go as cleanly as possible

Have fun, or really what's the point!!!   
  
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Reply #12 - 12/30/16 at 5:16pm
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I've been riding for years but haven't had a chance to try out racing until this year. Anyone got some tips for a first timer? I'm going to register for the beginner mens 18-29 category.


I've only done two races, but had fun and learned a lot.

Don't be surprised if you think you're going to die halfway through, but don't give up - finish!

Try to ride a pace you can ride for the duration once the herd levels out some after the first lap or so.

Be prepared to get smoked, but do your best.

Be ready to race two races, and look for improvement in your personal results.

Have fun with it.
  
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Re: 2017 Winter Short Track
Reply #13 - 12/30/16 at 7:59pm
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Don't be surprised if you think you're going to die halfway through, but don't give up - finish!


Have fun with it.


Good advice right there.  I always feel like I'm going to die in the short track, or any xc race for that matter.  But it always feels sooooo good to cross that finish line.  Being exhausted helps make that 1st beer kick a little harder too  Wink .  But don't drink at the public park  Shocked
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Reply #14 - 12/31/16 at 7:18pm
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Thanks for the tips. I was also considering the race coming up at the whitewater center but I have a feeling that's too intense for a first race.

I'm going to go for a ride now and see what 30 minutes of all-out really feels like. Usually when I ride I switch between a few minutes of all-out followed by some lazy coasting...

Hopefully a legit race will check my ego a bit too  Wink
  
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Reply #16 - 01/19/17 at 8:38pm
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TheDoomer wrote on 12/31/16 at 7:18pm:
Thanks for the tips. I was also considering the race coming up at the whitewater center but I have a feeling that's too intense for a first race.

I'm going to go for a ride now and see what 30 minutes of all-out really feels like. Usually when I ride I switch between a few minutes of all-out followed by some lazy coasting...

Hopefully a legit race will check my ego a bit too  Wink


These short track races are actually more intense than a regular XC race, its so fast for such a short period of time... Just to be honest!
  
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Reply #17 - 01/19/17 at 11:13pm
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When Mike King shows up just give him the trophy and the prizes for the season,,,my money is on him,,,him and Will Murray..
  
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Reply #18 - 01/20/17 at 12:46am
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I Hope the weather changes for Sunday
  
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Reply #19 - 01/20/17 at 8:15pm
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pearl wrote on 01/19/17 at 8:38pm:


These short track races are actually more intense than a regular XC race, its so fast for such a short period of time... Just to be honest!
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This is true, one pace and that is all out.  Much like a cross race...
  
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