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03-29-2007, 02:18 PM
Pardon the huge post. But here's everything you ever wanted to know about the 2007 MNSCS Series, courtesy of Libby, Emily and the rest of our friends at Erik's Bike Shop.
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The MN State Championship Series (MNSCS) is here again for 2007 and ready to ride. It will be an exciting year for mountain bike racing in MN.
Youth Marketing Emphasis:
1. Race Fees reduced: All racers under the age of 18 $15.
2. Family Discount: More than one family member entered in race, discount will be offered. (not finalized)
3. MN PTA council will be distributing series race information to school leaders in association with health and wellness opportunities for their students.
Shimano Youth Series Returns:
Back for 2007, all MNSCS races are part of the Shimano Youth Series. Look for additional details at www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com).
The MNSCS schedule and contact information for each race:
MNSCS RACE #1
Erik’s Spring Cup at Salem Hills, Inver Grove Heights, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. May 20, 2007. First race at 9:30am
All race proceeds from Erik's Spring Cup go to MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC)
Last year, we introduced this new course and it was a ride for all. This course is built to test your speed and endurance. A fast and fun race for all skill levels.
Put your mountain bike racing skills to the test. It is the first race of the MN State Championship Series (MNSCS). Be prepared for action, fun and one great race. Brought to you by MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC) and Erik's Bike Shop.
Contact Information:
Brandon Parr
staff@morcmtb.org (sthayer@qbp.com)
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #2
Rochester Cycling Steeple-Chase, Steeplechase Ski Area, Mazeppa, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 3, 2007 First Race at 9:30am
Ride the new IMBA -designed trails in the scenic Zumbro River Valley - featuring over 4 miles of wooded single-track trail. We have added a new challenging climb for the expert course and will be completing a new trail that will run by the river. Courses are designed to offer a great new experience for each class. Our goal is to make this event your most memorable race experience of the season.
Race managed by Rochester Active Sports Club (RASC)
Contact Information:
Jeff Robertson
Jrob5630@aol.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #3
Afton Avalanche, Afton, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 10, 2007. First race at 9:30am
The Afton Alps cross-country course covers a six-mile loop, overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. These trails offer some of the best single track in the Twin Cities area, along with some great descents and climbs.
Contact Information:
Greg Blasko
greg@mnscs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE#4
Dirt Spanker Classic, Mont Du Lac Ski Area, Duluth, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 24, 2007. First race at 9:30am
Dirtspanker has been labeled one of the top racecourses in the Midwest. With a 5-mile loop that consists of leg burning climbs, screaming descents and rolling singletrack, it challenges every rider. This course offers something for everyone, from the first time rider to the seasoned veteran. Brought to you by Cyclists of Gitchee-Gumee (COGGS).
Contact Information:
Ross Fraboni
dirtspanker@coggs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #5
Bluff Riders Charge, Mt. Kato Ski Area, Mankato, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. July 8, 2007. First race at 9:30am
The course starts with a nice warm-up climb to the top of the ski area. Once on top, all racers make a large traverse along the front of the ski area. The course has a good balance of climbs, descents and technical sections with switchbacks. The approximate vertical gain per lap is 500 feet. No one will be disappointed with this course!
Contact Information:
Mike Busch
mike@spokebikes.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #6
Muddy River Rock-n-Roll, Memorial Park, Red Wing, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sat. July 28 and Sun. July 29, 2007.
This premier mountain bike-racing event is held each July and is part of the Minnesota State Championship Series. A challenging downhill race will be held on Saturday followed by the MNSCS cross-country race on Sunday. A welcome is extended to mountain bikers of all experience levels. Rolling double-track and rocking single-track. Makes this one of the best party courses around.
Contact Information:
Chris Gustafson
chrisgustafson@charter.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #7
Metric Auto Parts Welch MTB Jam, Welch Village, Welch, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. August 12, 2007 First race at 9:30am
The Welch Village Mountain Bike racecourse is home to previous NORBA National events. Racers always seem to enjoy the great variety of double track, single track, cruising meadows, downhills and climbing.
Contact Information:
Scott Finne
sfinne@ipsity.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #8
Powder Monkey, Spirit Mountain, Duluth, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. August 19, 2007 First race at 9:30am
Racers that make the trip up to Duluth for the Powder Monkey MTB Race will be treated to one wild ride. The racecourse will offer you a 4-6 mile loop with everything from lung searing climbs to white knuckled descents, along with the best singletrack in the state. This course will truly challenge every mountain biker that dares to take on the Monkey.
Contact Information:
Bill Howard
powdermonkey@coggs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #9
Laddies Loppet Stage Race, Maplelag Resort, Callaway, MN
Mountain Bike Stage and Cross Country Races
Sat. Sept 1 and Sun. Sept. 2, 2007
A diverse mountain biking experience is held every Labor Day weekend at Maplelag Resort. This is a great event for the whole family with races and age categories for every type of rider.
Racing action begins on Saturday with a cross country time trial followed in the afternoon with a short track criterium. On Sunday the main event will be the MNSCS cross-country mountain bike race.
Contact Information:
Jay Richards
jrichard@arvig.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #10
Revolution’s Single-Track Escape
MN State Correctional Facility, St. Cloud, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sat. Sept. 22, 2007
The all-new Single-Track Escape was designed to challenge, not only the Expert riders, but the newcomers as well. Get ready for a challenging mix of fluid single-track with open areas to pass. The course wraps around the west side of the Prison, and will include a couple of medium switch back climbs, unique bridge crossings, and some sections of lightning fast single track where you weave in and out of the trees. Every racer is sure to be pleased when they take on the Single Track Escape.
Contact Information:
Kyia Malenkovich and Phil Rogosheske
rogo@astound.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
Marketing Series Contact Information:
Libby Hurley
Erik’s Bike Shop
2020 WW. 98th St.
Bloomington, MN 55431
952-885-9886 x123
admin@eriksbikeshop.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
The MN State Championship Series (MNSCS) is here again for 2007 and ready to ride. It will be an exciting year for mountain bike racing in MN.
Youth Marketing Emphasis:
1. Race Fees reduced: All racers under the age of 18 $15.
2. Family Discount: More than one family member entered in race, discount will be offered. (not finalized)
3. MN PTA council will be distributing series race information to school leaders in association with health and wellness opportunities for their students.
Shimano Youth Series Returns:
Back for 2007, all MNSCS races are part of the Shimano Youth Series. Look for additional details at www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com).
The MNSCS schedule and contact information for each race:
MNSCS RACE #1
Erik’s Spring Cup at Salem Hills, Inver Grove Heights, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. May 20, 2007. First race at 9:30am
All race proceeds from Erik's Spring Cup go to MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC)
Last year, we introduced this new course and it was a ride for all. This course is built to test your speed and endurance. A fast and fun race for all skill levels.
Put your mountain bike racing skills to the test. It is the first race of the MN State Championship Series (MNSCS). Be prepared for action, fun and one great race. Brought to you by MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC) and Erik's Bike Shop.
Contact Information:
Brandon Parr
staff@morcmtb.org (sthayer@qbp.com)
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #2
Rochester Cycling Steeple-Chase, Steeplechase Ski Area, Mazeppa, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 3, 2007 First Race at 9:30am
Ride the new IMBA -designed trails in the scenic Zumbro River Valley - featuring over 4 miles of wooded single-track trail. We have added a new challenging climb for the expert course and will be completing a new trail that will run by the river. Courses are designed to offer a great new experience for each class. Our goal is to make this event your most memorable race experience of the season.
Race managed by Rochester Active Sports Club (RASC)
Contact Information:
Jeff Robertson
Jrob5630@aol.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #3
Afton Avalanche, Afton, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 10, 2007. First race at 9:30am
The Afton Alps cross-country course covers a six-mile loop, overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. These trails offer some of the best single track in the Twin Cities area, along with some great descents and climbs.
Contact Information:
Greg Blasko
greg@mnscs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE#4
Dirt Spanker Classic, Mont Du Lac Ski Area, Duluth, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. June 24, 2007. First race at 9:30am
Dirtspanker has been labeled one of the top racecourses in the Midwest. With a 5-mile loop that consists of leg burning climbs, screaming descents and rolling singletrack, it challenges every rider. This course offers something for everyone, from the first time rider to the seasoned veteran. Brought to you by Cyclists of Gitchee-Gumee (COGGS).
Contact Information:
Ross Fraboni
dirtspanker@coggs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #5
Bluff Riders Charge, Mt. Kato Ski Area, Mankato, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. July 8, 2007. First race at 9:30am
The course starts with a nice warm-up climb to the top of the ski area. Once on top, all racers make a large traverse along the front of the ski area. The course has a good balance of climbs, descents and technical sections with switchbacks. The approximate vertical gain per lap is 500 feet. No one will be disappointed with this course!
Contact Information:
Mike Busch
mike@spokebikes.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #6
Muddy River Rock-n-Roll, Memorial Park, Red Wing, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sat. July 28 and Sun. July 29, 2007.
This premier mountain bike-racing event is held each July and is part of the Minnesota State Championship Series. A challenging downhill race will be held on Saturday followed by the MNSCS cross-country race on Sunday. A welcome is extended to mountain bikers of all experience levels. Rolling double-track and rocking single-track. Makes this one of the best party courses around.
Contact Information:
Chris Gustafson
chrisgustafson@charter.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #7
Metric Auto Parts Welch MTB Jam, Welch Village, Welch, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. August 12, 2007 First race at 9:30am
The Welch Village Mountain Bike racecourse is home to previous NORBA National events. Racers always seem to enjoy the great variety of double track, single track, cruising meadows, downhills and climbing.
Contact Information:
Scott Finne
sfinne@ipsity.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #8
Powder Monkey, Spirit Mountain, Duluth, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sun. August 19, 2007 First race at 9:30am
Racers that make the trip up to Duluth for the Powder Monkey MTB Race will be treated to one wild ride. The racecourse will offer you a 4-6 mile loop with everything from lung searing climbs to white knuckled descents, along with the best singletrack in the state. This course will truly challenge every mountain biker that dares to take on the Monkey.
Contact Information:
Bill Howard
powdermonkey@coggs.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #9
Laddies Loppet Stage Race, Maplelag Resort, Callaway, MN
Mountain Bike Stage and Cross Country Races
Sat. Sept 1 and Sun. Sept. 2, 2007
A diverse mountain biking experience is held every Labor Day weekend at Maplelag Resort. This is a great event for the whole family with races and age categories for every type of rider.
Racing action begins on Saturday with a cross country time trial followed in the afternoon with a short track criterium. On Sunday the main event will be the MNSCS cross-country mountain bike race.
Contact Information:
Jay Richards
jrichard@arvig.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
MNSCS RACE #10
Revolution’s Single-Track Escape
MN State Correctional Facility, St. Cloud, MN
Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race
Sat. Sept. 22, 2007
The all-new Single-Track Escape was designed to challenge, not only the Expert riders, but the newcomers as well. Get ready for a challenging mix of fluid single-track with open areas to pass. The course wraps around the west side of the Prison, and will include a couple of medium switch back climbs, unique bridge crossings, and some sections of lightning fast single track where you weave in and out of the trees. Every racer is sure to be pleased when they take on the Single Track Escape.
Contact Information:
Kyia Malenkovich and Phil Rogosheske
rogo@astound.net
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)
Marketing Series Contact Information:
Libby Hurley
Erik’s Bike Shop
2020 WW. 98th St.
Bloomington, MN 55431
952-885-9886 x123
admin@eriksbikeshop.com
www.mnscs.com (http://www.mnscs.com)