2013 Windrock Round 2
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Cold? So…. Snow? So….. Go blow the dust off that DH gear and get your arse out to Windrock (Oliver Springs), TN for Race 2 of the Windrock Winter Series. This is the big one folks! The first race was held on the tamest trail that WR had to offer……Snakerock, where JD Swanguen took the top spot over NC’s young gun Jay Fesperman. I know that the East Coasters aren’t gonna let the lone West Coaster take the
second and final round without a fight.
Are you ready? For the final round the crew is upping the anty with the full monty, Windmill!!!!….. top-o-the mountain to the bottom. It hasn’t posted on Strava yet, but it’s a 10+ minute run with what has to be about 2000 ft of elevation change. Bring your balls! You’re gonna need them.
What: Windrock Winter Series – Race 2
When: Sunday, February 17, 2013
Where: 912 Windrock Road, Oliver Springs, TN 37840
Registration:
On-site/Same day Only
Prices:
Access to Park (not included in race registration):
• $17 Daily Coal Creek OHVA Permit
• $33 Two Day Coal Creek OHVA Permit
Race Registration: $30.00
DH Categories:
• Open (Pro/Elite/Cat1) – Cash Payout
• Amateur (All others) – Prizes as provided by event sponsors
Schedule:
Saturday - Open Practice – Whenever the shuttle(s) start to whenever the shuttle’s stop
Sunday:
• 0800 Registration Open
• 0900 First Shuttle
• 1330 Course Closed
• 1430 First Rider
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Event Links:
Windrock Winter Series Race 2 on Facebook:
Coal Creek Off Highway Vehicle Area:
Local Area Website: Oak Ridge Visitors Bureau:
Requirements:
• Bring some cash to pitch in for the shuttle service, please. Some of the dedicated Windrockers
are kinda enough to lend their trucks to lug you and your gear up the mountain for two days,
the least we can is give them a few bucks as a thank you.
• Daily park access permit required of which is not included in race registration. No permit, no
race.
• Bring some TP paper, just in case the Porto-Johns run out
Lodging Info: Windrock Park Campground - Located on 259 acres with picturesque views of the surrounding
mountains. The park includes 39 recreational vehicle sites with full hookups: sewer and electrical
accommodating 30, 50 amps and 110.
Also available are 10 rental cabins with 2 double bunk beds, kitchenette and a bathroom with showering
facilities. There are 25 primitive campsites with overflow camping capabilities. All RV sites and primitive
campsites have a fire ring and picnic table.
There are 2 bathhouses inside the park, one on the RV campsite and the other on the primitive
campsite. Campground manager office hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Telephone number is 865-435-
1251 or visit www.windrockpark.com.
Local Area Hotels:
Double Tree Inn – (865) 481-2468
Comfort Inn – (865) 481-8200 (mention “Windrock ATV Rate” for discount!)
Days Inn – (865) 483-5615
Hampton Inn – (865) 482-7889 (Special Windrock Rates and trailer parking available!)
Jameson Inn – (865) 483-6809
Super 8 – (865) 483-1200
Econo Lodge – (865) 482-9968
Windrock Bed and Breakfast: 865-776-5683. Located approximately 3 miles from the trail head by
asphalt and also has direct access to the trail system via trail 18 or 28 so you don’t have to trailer your
ATV’s to the trails. Visit their website for more details at www.windrockbedandbreakfast.com.
The Windmill Inn Bed & Breakfast: 865-730-6413. Located at 606 Butler Mill Road, just 1/2 mile west of
the entrance to Windrock Road. The Inn is the former site of the Beech Park Baptist Church. For more
information and a list of amenities, visit their website at www.windmillinnbedandbreakfast.com.
Sponsored By:
GoJaMedia
Billy Goat Bikes
Coal Creek OHVA
Team Gut Bomb
Red House Bikes
Race Coverage to be provided by GoJaMMedia
www.gojammedia.com
2013 DRD Team Announced
Escondido, CA (January 17, 2013) – Dean Racing Development (DRD) is proud to announce our factory downhill mountain bike race team for the 2013 season. Team DRD will be comprised of an elite 3-person roster consisting of former US & Pro GRT Champion Cody Warren, as well as young & rising talents such as Mikey Sylvestri, & John Keep. The DRD team will be competing downhill and enduro disciplines in the USGP, Sea Otter Classic, US National Champs, Crankworx, select World Cups, World Championships & select Enduro specific events.
Cody Warren returns to the DRD team for his 3rd season. As a veteran rider, Cody has a plethora of victories & titles under his belt. Cody’s highly regarded resume will lead the team domestically as well as being a mentor to the younger riders.
“I’m pumped for another year with DRD,” stated Cody Warren. “Racing the USGP’s is where I want to put my effort. This team is the best program to tackle that series. 2013 is a new exciting year for DRD and I’m pumped to be a part of it. The team is growing with experience and structure. There are a couple of changes to the roster and sponsors that are going to make it an exciting year.”
Joining Cody will be 23 year old Mikey Sylvestri. Touted as one of the most gifted US prospects in recent years, Mikey has shown glimpses of his talent, besting many of the world’s top racers at highly competitive events.
“I’m excited to be a part of the DRD program this year,” exclaimed an excited Mikey Sylvestri. “Being a part of a strong and sound team is going to help me get to the next level of my racing career. I’m excited to race with my teammates Cody & John, and am anxious to work with my new team manager, Jeremiah Dylan Dean “
22 year old John Keep also joins the DRD program, but is a familiar face to the team. John was an original founding member of the DRD program in 2010. John has grown to be a competitive figure in southern California, & has his sights on a full national tour.
John Keep said, “2013 is going to be a great year for the DRD team. I’m excited to work with such a great group of guys. Knowing that we have the best sponsors & products supporting us is such an asset for any rider who is looking to be competitive.”
The 2013 DRD team will see numerous improvements & changes, not only in personnel, but with sponsors as well. A new title and frame sponsor will be named in the upcoming weeks. Stay tuned for upcoming race reports, photos & videos from the newly redesigned DRD race team!
2013 Gravity East Series (GES) Changes
GES 2013 has gone through some minor re-organized management; the series is ready to move east coast gravity racing forward through its progressive program development
Changes:
Daniel McDonald, DHD Promotions & Gravity East Series Owner, long time gravity advocate and cycling promoter/consultant, due to the potential conflicts of interests following USA Cycling’s election of Mr. McDonald to “Gravity Race Director” position on USAC’s MTB Committee and due to his commitment to the Riders and the Committee some changes which were difficult to make, however Mr. McDonald feels the long time the series has been under his direction and the right decisions had to be made to maintain the GES rider and series integrity.
Mr. McDonald has licensed the “Gravity East Series” it’s name and logo for a minimum of two years to our very own well qualified 2012/2013 Race Director Mr. Joe Olivas of “Indie Marketing and Sales” whom will be President/Race Director and will handle ALL day to day business going into 2013/2014. Mr. McDonald remains as GES consultant and advisor to Joe Olivas.
Joe Olivas, 2012/2013/2014 President & Race Director, was also former Promotions Manager at Rollerblade USA, he has an extensive career in action sports industry category as well as experienced in grass roots events marketing and management. Long term experience in event logistics. Specializing in outside vendor management and trade show asset management. Many reasons we felt this is the best candidate, and one who will continue the GES vision.
Dieter Ward, remains GES Vice President and will continue to be available as a consultant to Race Director Joe Olivas and the GES Series as needed.
Dieter Ward who was former GES director from 2007-2008, although he will also be leaving day to day operations to participate/Support in the 2013 USABMX National and New Jersey Sate Series. He will also continue his work with Lars Tribus in creating synergy between MTB and BMX racers by hosting gated racing for mountain bikes at selected New Jersey BMX tracks and events.
Frank Endreson JR. , Assistant Race Director, Gravity East Series participant since 2008, Assistant Race Director for 2012 and will remain as Asst. Gravity Race Director for 2013, Mr. Endreson JR. is also Team Manager for “Team Femme Fatale”.
The Gravity East Series is set to charge into 2013 for its 7th downhill mountain bike race season! The series was started in 2007 to promote and showcase downhill racing, and racer talents on the east coast. Since that humble beginning it has grown to become one of the largest and longest running gravity racing series on the east coast offering riders an affordable, professionally run series with ever changing diverse competition, courses and venues.
"Maxxis is once again proud to be the Title Partner for the 2013 Gravity East Series,” said Aaron Chamberlain, Marketing Specialist at Maxxis International, USA. “We're excited to continue our partnership with the premier downhill race series on the East Coast."
Christoph Vogl, General Manager of Formula North America, says, “Formula is very excited to continue our partnership with the Gravity East Series in 2013! As the returning Presenting partner for the series, we are proud to work with such a proven and longstanding series.”
Focused on growing rider participation, with a commitment to the pro and amateur the GES offers a minimum of $1000.00 Pro purse at each race for a total of $6000 for the series, plus, a GES Finals Pro purse of $5000.00 and amateur prizing in excess of $20,000.00 for a total of over $31,000.00in cash and prizes for the series.
5/5/2013 -- Duryea Downhill, Reading, PA
6/2/2013 -- Mountain Creek Bike Park, Vernon, NJ
6/30/2013 -- Windham Mountain, Windham, NY
7/14/2013 -- Swain Resort, Swain, NY
7/28/2013 -- Oak Mountain, Speculator, NY
8/17/2013 -- Blue Mountain, Palmerton, PA
Bicycle, Downhill, Downhill Mountain Bike, Downhill Racing, GES |
Specialized Signs Aaron Gwin
The mountain bike off-season is almost as interesting as the hockey/football/basketball off-seasons, with transfers and team changes becoming as talked about as the racing itself.
It was obvious something was moving in Aaron Gwin’s camp. The rumbles and murmurs had been building. Then when it was revealed Hill was moving on from Specialized, leaving a gap in the roster of one of downhill mountain biking’s most powerful teams, speculation roared as to who would replace the man who used to be the most dominating and frightening downhill racer.
In the past two years, Gwin has grasped the crown as the most dominant downhill racer. He has trampled on the competition, becoming the most successful American downhill racer of all time, and in record time. He won the World Cup overall in 2011 and 2012, becoming the first American to ever win an overall, and being the first man to win five World Cup DH races in one season. That was in 2011, in 2012 he only won four WC races. Gwin joins Specialized riders Troy Brosnan and Mitch Ropelato.
“I’m super excited to start this new chapter in my career with Specialized bicycles,” says Gwin. “The entire Specialized staff has welcomed me with open arms and I’m blown away by the level of support they’ve shown me. This is my dream program and I can’t thank them enough for this opportunity. Bring on 2013!”
Team manager, Sean Heimdal, is equally upbeat about Gwin joining the team. “The combination of Aaron Gwin and the Specialized brand have an American storyline written all over it that was always meant to be,” explains Heimdal. “Aaron will not only bring another element to the program, but it’ll be amazing watching this trio ripping down the tracks together. We can’t wait to get started with this new exciting opportunity and look forward to the season ahead.”
Sam Hill Signs With CRC/Nukeproof
Team CRC/Nukeproof has signed Sam Hill to their squad for the 2013 season.
Team CRC/Nukeproof are proud to welcome legendary Australian rider Sam Hill onto the roster, joining Matt Simmonds and Joe Smith as they look forward to success in the upcoming 2013 RockyRoads UCI Mountain Bike World Cup season. A five time downhill World Champion and with numerous World Cup podiums under his belt, Sam Hill is widely regarded as one of the most skilful riders on the circuit, often showing disregard for and picking apart the most loose, steep or gnarly courses in the world.
Matt Simmonds and Joe Smith, who both had their most successful professional season in 2012, are hoping to push themselves even further this year with the help of their new teammate. Matt said: “To have a rider of Sam’s calibre on the team will be awesome for us! Placing 16th overall in last year’s World Cup was great for me and gives me the perfect platform to improve my times this year and get closer to podium finishes.” Joe Smith, who took 19th overall in last year’s World Cup rankings, is stoked on what the future holds for the team, saying: “Finishing seventh at Fort Bill last year was a definite highlight, and to end up in the top-20 overall was fantastic. With the help of the team and some tweaks to my riding, this year should be amazing for us all.”
"I'm very excited about riding for team Chain Reaction Cycles/Nukeproof. They are very positive towards downhill racing and I know they are going to put in 100% just like me. I'm really looking forward to getting to the races under the Chain Reaction Cycles tents and hanging with the team. 2013 is going to be a good year." Sam Hill
"I'm delighted Sam has decided to join our team! I have been a big fan of Sam throughout his successful downhill career. He's had amazing results in the past winning five World Championship titles and is a fantastic ambassador for any company involved in downhill and mountain biking in general. We have worked hard on developing a great team and great bikes over the last five seasons and I believe having a rider of Sam's pedigree will step the team up to that next level and also bring on the results of Matt and Joe, who had very promising seasons in 2012. We are all really looking forward to having Sam on board helping the development of new Nukeproof products and hopefully helping Sam achieve his goals in racing in the next stage of his career. I can't wait for the 2013 season to begin!" Nigel Page
