Big Sky XC - harescramble race at Big Sky Resort in Montana

PaulB14:
okay, but he's 16 years old riding a KX125, so it will be in the open C class I assume...and I have a hunting vest I can wear

Paul,

Jamey has tamed down the C class race course quite a bit. The layout of the Saturday race course is such that riders are never farther than 1.5-2 miles from the resort's base area. Of course any racing event can be dangerous, but between the access road infrastructure, the invovlement of the ski patrol on the race course for emergency work, and the ambulance set up at the base, I think we'll be set up well to help anyone unfortunate enough to get hurt.

It's Jamey's call on whether shadow riders will be allowed for the Open C class. My only worry is that shadow riders could get in the way of the racing.  
Big Sky XC
Sept 18-20, 2009
Big Sky, MT

another sneak preview. you may have noticed this photo from the press release Jesse posted on the main dirtrider.com page.

this section is call the Montaqua Water Washing Machine. A twisty, bermed downhill section guaranteed to bring a smile to your face!

 
Big Sky XC
Sept 18-20, 2009
Big Sky, MT

we're only three weeks away I can't wait.  I've got five, maybe six riders from NW Montana coming to the race!  Any word yet on how many riders there will be and if the B classes will each have their own start?  
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NW Montana
Where the pavement ends and the fun begins  
2005 KTM300exc

I am not sure how many we are going to have in each class yet.  The start will be staggered by class, AA will start, then 450A, 250A, VetA, etc... With about a minute between the classes.  The same will be true about the B Classes.  If we don't have many in a class, I may combine them at the line, but try to keep the waves relatively small.

Thanks again for getting registered and tell your friends to come!

Jamey
www.bigskyxc.com  

We lost two riders this week, Aaron to a knee injury and Corey to football.  That section of the trail looks great!  
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NW Montana
Where the pavement ends and the fun begins  
2005 KTM300exc

PaulB14:
We lost two riders this week, Aaron to a knee injury and Corey to football.  That section of the trail looks great!

i am sry paul thats really blows.  
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Sorry to hear about the two lost riders Paul!

Reminder to everyone: Pre-registration forms need to be postmarked by Sept 10th in order to receive the $20 entry discount.

Keep in mind that if you don't have you AMA membership yet, you can still send in the registration. AMA memberships will be for sale at registration.

One last reminder. The Saturday Unclassified race will use the Sunday race course. This race is a great way for the Sunday racers to get a preview the course.  
Big Sky XC
Sept 18-20, 2009
Big Sky, MT

only 2 weeks away    I've been training and prepping the bike.  I want to be ready and in good condition for this event!  
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NW Montana
Where the pavement ends and the fun begins  
2005 KTM300exc

you will do great paul i know you will.  
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life in the fast rut!!!!
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my rides- 2008 yz250f fully modified, use to be j-laws bike
        &
IT400 1979 yamaha!!!
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Home: SO CAL

Good luck Paul. Sounds like you are getting ready and are going to do good.  
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I love this dirt stuff.

thanks pop and alex, you don't know how nervous I can get before a race, and this one is just for the fun of it...anyway I talked to Aaron yesterday, he did tear his ACL which is nasty, going in for physical therapy today I think to get ready for the surgery.  But he has a great attitude about it IMO and is looking forward to the day when he can ride again!  Heard from Josh yesterday, and he has a job (finally) which requires him to work on Sundays so he can't go to the race now.  That leaves just Jim and I, and maybe Matt (KX250) who is living in Bozemon right now for school.  This seems to be what happens whenever we try to plan something.  Oh well.  I hope nothing happens to either Jim or myself in the next week  ...  
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NW Montana
Where the pavement ends and the fun begins  
2005 KTM300exc

WELL paul i may not be at that race with ya but......I WILL BE CHEERING YA ON!!!!!lol  GOOD luck man and you will be fine and dont get to nervous i dont want you to make your stomach sick, ya know. YOU WILL DO GREAT!!! is this race on T.V. at all because maybe i can watch you or do they sell DVD's after the race is over so i could order one. Was just wondering somtimes they sell DVD's  
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Autismspeaks.org   check it out
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life in the fast rut!!!!
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my rides- 2008 yz250f fully modified, use to be j-laws bike
        &
IT400 1979 yamaha!!!
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Home: SO CAL

Saturday Schedule updates: Awards ceremony has been moved to Whiskey Jacks Bar and Grill. Same time/day (Saturday at 6:30pm) located in the Resort's Mountain Mall.

"8 Party Line", a Blue Grass/ Country band will be playing directly after the awards have been handed out.

A DJ will be playing at Scissorbills Saloon later Saturday night.

A family movie will be playing in the Amphitheatre.

Lots to do after the first day of racing.

Paul, the only thing you need to worry about is making sure you don't have too much fun on the night before your race.

We just toured a small group of non-racing volunteers on the race course to get their opinions...nothing but smiles after a lap around the course.  
Big Sky XC
Sept 18-20, 2009
Big Sky, MT

thanks for the updates lonepeak  
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NW Montana
Where the pavement ends and the fun begins  
2005 KTM300exc

Last preview photo. Racing starts in less than a week. Next photos I post will be from the race weekend.

 
Big Sky XC
Sept 18-20, 2009
Big Sky, MT