2009 QLD State Champs Schedual of Events.
July 3rd: Unofficial XC and DH Practice(push runs): 2pm- 6pm (Requires full MTBA Licence on riders person- Riding is free of charge)
July 4th: Unofficial DH practice, shuttle day 10am-5pm ($50 charge)
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Cross Country- SATURDAY JULY 4th
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Downhill- SUNDAY JULY 5th
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7.00 - 7.45am
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Registration & Practice (Entries close 30 minutes before racing) |
8am - 11am
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Registration |
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8.00am
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U11 & U13 |
8am
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Practice (1 Compulsory run is required or you can't race - last shuttle leaves at 11.40am) |
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8.30am
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Elite Men, Women, U19 Men,
Vet Men, B Men
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12.00 noon
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Lunch |
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10.00am
10.30am
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U17 Men, Masters, Super Masters
C Men, U15 Men, Vet Women
All other Womens classes,
Recreation
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1.00pm
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Racing |
Please note- The XC and DH tracks are in two different locations. See below for specific information on each dicipline.
July 3rd- An official will be checking MTBA status of riders at Trail head, no card- no ride.
XC Specific Information
The Track
View Larger Map to the XC track and Get Directions from Google
The trail is a new purpose built cross country track that will entertain riders of all skill levels. The terrain ranges from flat grassland to rocky outcrops and tight animal tracks. It will test the best of riders in both climbing and descending at speed, yet beginners will still find the track fun and accessible. Creek crossings, log hops and wooden bridges are scattered over the 5km and make the single track flow nicely and provide some points of interest. While the majority of the trail is skinny single track, there is a stretch of fireroad to give passing opportunity.
Photos of our last event (6hr endurance race) can be found in the photo section.
XC Categories, Helmet cam and Track Profile-
| Category |
Year |
Length
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| u/11 boys/girls |
1999> |
15min |
| u/13 boys/girls |
1997/8 |
15min |
| u/15 boys/girls |
1995/6 |
1hr |
| u/17 boys/girls |
1993/4 |
1hr30 |
| u/19 boys/girls |
1991/2 |
1hr45 |
| Elite Men |
Open |
2hr |
| B Men |
Open |
1hr30 |
| C Men |
Open |
1hr |
| Vet Men(30yr plus) |
<1979 |
1hr30 |
| Master Men(40yr plus) |
<1969 |
1hr15 |
| Super Master(50yr plus) |
<1959 |
1hr15 |
| Elite Women |
Open |
1hr30 |
| B Women & Vet Women |
Open |
1hr
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DH Specific Information
The Track
View Larger Map to DH Track and get Directions from Google
Our downhill course here in Rockhampton is just under 1km long and starts at 222m above sea level in elevation and drops to 54m at the finish line (a total of 168 meters drop). Goldie as it is known has been a local favorite for the 5 - 6 years of its existence and has easily hosted races of up to 85 riders. The course itself is one of which is fast and flowing, yet is also challenging and technical. From the beginning riders will need to be on their game, as the start of the track drops into a fast rocky decent with berms, small drops and natural fauna to navigate through, before opening out into a high speed pedal section. From there we hit the first major obstacle, the step down. Which brings us into a technical section of berms, drops, rocks, roots, what we call a log garden and the locally famous wooden bridge. After dealing with the brake bumps leading up to them, we come to the first and larger of the doubles. A couple more obstacles and corners later we come to the second, smaller set of doubles. All of the major obstacles on the course obviously include well marked out b-lines and in some cases “c-lines”. The track now heads towards the newly crafted bottom section. Lots of thought has been put into making this part of the track wider with more flowing line choices, berms, off camber sections and rock gardens to negotiate. Coming over a little drop out of the trees into the open, we now come to the last double which has a nice landing pad making it almost impossible to crash on. We come to a large open “drift” corner that takes us around to, and over the finish line.
So far the track record with the new section stands at 2mins 7seconds and with the average time of about 2mins 40seconds. Although we have plans underway to not only make the track longer, but to improve the quality and increase the challenge for riders whilst keeping it accessible for newer riders. With our dedicated team on the job the Goldie track will be in the best possible condition come race day. Our goal is to make the track fun and accessible to all rider levels. We also wish to challenge more experienced riders, making it difficult to sting together a perfect run every time.
Photos of the track in action at the most recent event can be found
here and
here.
DH Categories and Helmet cam-
DH Categories
Age as at 31/12/09 |
Birth Year |
| u/15 boys/girls |
1995/6 |
| u/17 boys/girls |
1993/4 |
| u/19boys/girls |
1991/2 |
| Elite Men(A) |
Open |
| Expert( B)Men |
Open |
| Sport (C) Grade Men |
Open |
| Vet Men |
<1979 |
| Master Men |
<1969 |
| Elite Women(A) |
Open |
| Sport Women (B) |
Open |
| Jnr Hardtail (<u/17) |
>1994 |
| Snr Hardtail |
Open |
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Downhill Race Order and Extra Information
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Elite Men
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Seeding Run (half plus 1 through to final) |
- Full face helmet is compulsory. New changes coming into effect from 1st July 2006 that all riders must wear a full face helmet with Australian Standard or International equivalent sticker on and will not be able to enter the race if the helmet does not meet this requirement.
- Body armour and forearm protection is recommended.
- It is riders responsibility to be at the transport in plenty of time to allow them to be at the start of racing at the day designated race time. The racing order will be at the Registration on Race Day.
What Hydo from Mtba said about the Rockhampton DH Track :
I drove the 7 hours with 2 others mid last year to the club race prior to the video being made. I will admit it is one of the better DH tracks I have ridden as it is quite tight and technical. The track is very rough and rocky (excuse the pun) which makes it difficult (almost impossible) to stick a clean run together. The track itself also has some good jumps in it. Track length is quite short (2min - Elite) but full on from start gate to finish line.
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| U19 |
Seeding Run (half plus 1 through to final) |
| Elite Women |
Seeding Run |
| Expert |
Race Run |
| Vet |
Race Run |
| U17 |
Race Run |
| U15 |
Race Run |
| Master |
Race Run |
| Hardtail |
Race Run |
| Hardtail Jnr |
Race Run |
| Sport |
Race Run |
| U19 |
Qualifiers Final |
| Elite Women |
Qualifiers Final |
| Elite Men |
Qualifiers Final |
Entry Forms and Information
All Junior riders- must have their parents sign their entry form. If you enter on-line you must either download a pdf entry form and have your parents sign it and bring it with you to Registration or have your parents come to Registration and sign the On-Line Entry Form.
X/C State Championship Rockhampton Entry Form 2009
UPDATE: XC ONLINE ENTRY IS NOW UP- CLOSED
D/H State Championships Rockhampton Entry Form 2009
UPDATE: DH ONLINE ENTRY IS NOW UP- CLOSED
Please make cheque/money order payable to Rockhampton Dirtclowns
Post: C/- Two Wheel Promotions - P.O. Box 204, Canungra QLD 4275
Entries close - 7 days prior to event. Late fees apply to late entries.
Camping Information
Camping is available at the XC track only for Friday and Saturday nights. Downhill riders are welcome to camp here also, however- this would mean a 25 minute or so drive to the DH track. Facilities are fairly basic with- likely cold showers, tank drinking water, camp fires and septic toilets. It is in a nice shady spot though, and if you're not roughing it- whats the point?
Camping Registration
You may register for camping at any time before Friday the 3rd of July. The park is open for campers from 1pm Friday.
Other Places to Stay
Camping/Cabins
http://www.islandcabins.com.au/rockhampton/
http://www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/qld/capricorn/rockhampton
http://www.southsidevillage.com.au/
Motel search
Closest to the venues
http://www.dreamtimecentre.com.au/motel.htm - Around 6km to the XC track
http://www.glenmorehotelmotel.com.au/ - Around 8km to the XC track
Staying anywhere in town for the XC would only add 3-5km to the trip.
Lakes Creek Pub - Around 14km to DH Basic pub.
Kalka-Palms-Hotel-Motel - Around 15km to the DH - Basic pub.
Staying anywhere in town for the DH would only add 3-5km to the trip.
An alternative for those who like the beach life- Yeppoon is only 30mins from the XC track and around 45 to the DH. Emu park is about 30mins to the DH and 45 to the XC. There are plenty of nice spots to stay, just do some google searches.
Cheap Flights-
On last searching there were very cheap flights available to Rockhampton. Be sure to check bike status.
HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!
Entry is open to all competitors, no points or prior racing is required!
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