MountainX National Rounds 1 + 2

[trailburner]

Pumped from the World Cup we are now working on the first two rounds of the MountainX National Series. They will be at Sydney Olympic Park on October 18+19, held in conjunction with the Festival of Cycling.

The idea is to talk to the local hotels/motels to get a discount for all the overseas (= outside of Sydney) teams, have a party Saturday night and get a lot of spectators to watch.

Help and ideas are always welcome so let us know what you would like to see at the event.

More info will be here and on our website (www.rockytrailentertainment.com) as it comes along.

Cheers,
Martin

[Micl]

It would be cool if we could get monster to let us play in the skate park Sat night (MTBs not normally allowed) or maybe a street session?

[Cronar]

Whats the reasoning behind having 2 rounds at the same place over 1 weekend?

I'm not heckling, just seems a bit strange!

[wsmtbdhvp]

2 Rounds on a weekend is because mountain X is loosing money, SOPMMX costs $200 per use, then extra toilets, the crowd control barriers, prize money, commisairs, PA etc. 2 rounds spreads the costs. It would be a shame to loose SOPMMX even though it is the most disliked track it still hold the records for the most riders in an Australian event and even last year when we used the more liked tracks the most riders still came to SOPMMX.

[GTkonaHORSE]

Update stromlo is officially australias worst 4x track
Sorry Glenn it needs warranty as the guaranteed lead change didnt work so good thank god for the atmosphere.
From WORLD TRAILS SITE
World Trail has a rich history in the development of these tracks, and recently designed the world’s only “guaranteed lead change” course at Mt Stromlo, Canberra. These amazing courses allow for multiple lines and variable options for riders during each race, creating an exciting visual for spectators and television viewers. All tracks are designed with no “forced risks” and allow riders of all abilities to utilize simple and safe options when riding

[trailburner]

Hi Guys,
here is more info about the
Red Ass MTBA Australian 4X Series, rounds 1+2

We have secured a partner hotel: http://www.marketshotel.com who are holding 10 rooms @$100 each. Should you book there please let them know that you are riding the 4X and you will get the preferred rate.

We will also use this venue for a get-together after round 1 on Saturday night.

Online Registration for the race will open early next week on www.rockytrailentertainment.com/registration

Looking forward to it! :D
Martin

[trailburner]

Online rego and rider briefing are now up on our website. If you don't feel like racing but watching alone is too boring for you - why not volunteer and become a race marshal? You get cool flags and a walkie talkie :D
Send me a PM or email if you are keen.

Cheers,
Martin

[noballz]

i notice that the event is sponsored by red ass. who or what is red ass.

thanks

[feltq650]

i notice that the event is sponsored by red ass. who or what is red ass.

thanks
its mexican food.

[MrCove]

luvin' the banner!!

with Blake in the main frame, hopefully he'll be smashing this National season

[scblack]

Is there any indication of times for these races?

When does racing start? When are finals? What time does rego open?

[trailburner]

Is there any indication of times for these races?

When does racing start? When are finals? What time does rego open?

Schedule for both days:
rego is from 8-9
practice from 9-12
heats start at 12 and finals will be starting at around 3 depending on rider numbers.

Was out there today - track looks mighty fine :D

[old4dy]

with parking at SOP do they sting you twice if you are towing a trailer, what applies???

Cheers

[trailburner]

good news: free parking on Carpark P5 pod C (the one next to the track) according to Sydney Olympic Park :D

[trailburner]

Thanks all for coming! Results and photos are up on our website www.rockytrailentertainment.com

I'm off to the Croc now :)
See you
Martin

[trust in gravity]

was scanning through the paper today and in the back in with sports was. lo an behold!!..
a mtnx photo...from olimpic park on the weekend. though i was just flicking through, i didn't seem to see any story or paragraph to go with it. was there one??

[old4dy]

no marcus no spiel just the pic of mic dirt surfing, great racing good surfing

fun time was had by all

[old4dy]

I thought I would add a bit more to that, a big plus to the event sponsors, RED ASS, ANACONDA, ROCKY TRAIL ENTERTAINMENT WSMTB, MTBA,SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK it was a well run 2 days of very fierce competition, not too many serious injuries and some interesting incidents occurring during racing and practice.

Also a big plus to the guys from ANACONDA helping with the mechanicals that went on over the weekend.

Cheers