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The questions are abound, and the question most people would like to know is what the schedule is going to be for the weekend, and an idea of the course...
The schedule however is important, since many of us are planning around work and families...
Thanks!!!
Cheers!!! Look forward to a great weekend!!!!:cheers:
JeffD
09-02-2006, 09:12 PM
There's a sched posted at the ride.snowshoemtn.com site.
Anybody know if we can hit the DJs and DS course Friday afternoon?
dhphoto
09-02-2006, 10:46 PM
There's a sched posted at the ride.snowshoemtn.com site.
Anybody know if we can hit the DJs and DS course Friday afternoon?
The only schedule I saw was one that showed the dates of the race, but nothing more. No times or anything. Unless the internet hates me and is censoring itself so as to thwart my attempts at making it to the race.
denjen
09-02-2006, 10:56 PM
FRIDAY
Registration: 5pm - 9pm at the MAC
Happy Hour: 5pm - 9pm at the Junction
SATURDAY
Downhill Practice, All Classes: 10am - 2pm
Downhill Practice, Elite Only: 2pm - 4pm
Dual Slalom Practice: 5pm - 7pm on Skidder
Dual Slalom Race: 7pm - 9pm on Skidder
SUNDAY
Registration: 8am - 9:30am at the MAC
Intro & Amateur Practice: 9am - 10am
Elite Practice: 10am - 11am
Downhill Race: 11:30am
Awards Presentation: One hour after completion of the race
dhphoto
09-03-2006, 12:05 AM
FRIDAY
Registration: 5pm - 9pm at the MAC
Happy Hour: 5pm - 9pm at the Junction
SATURDAY
Downhill Practice, All Classes: 10am - 2pm
Downhill Practice, Elite Only: 2pm - 4pm
Dual Slalom Practice: 5pm - 7pm on Skidder
Dual Slalom Race: 7pm - 9pm on Skidder
SUNDAY
Registration: 8am - 9:30am at the MAC
Intro & Amateur Practice: 9am - 10am
Elite Practice: 10am - 11am
Downhill Race: 11:30am
Awards Presentation: One hour after completion of the race
awesome, where'd you come across that info? did I overlook it or do you have a better source?
JeffD
09-03-2006, 05:55 AM
You have to fish around for the schedule link at the aforementioned site, it's hiding in one of the dated press releases on the front page.
Peete
09-03-2006, 07:08 AM
Yes, it's buried pretty good.
http://ride.snowshoemtn.com/cash_payouts.htm
But it has all the info you need.
Robusto
09-03-2006, 12:50 PM
You can register Saturday morning right? That's what I've done for all of the last races... I usually don't get up there until late Friday night.
dhphoto
09-03-2006, 01:56 PM
You can register Saturday morning right? That's what I've done for all of the last races... I usually don't get up there until late Friday night.
I'm in the same boat...gotta work til 7 on Friday, then make the drive from Harrisonburg as soon as I'm clocked out.
T-Pro
09-03-2006, 07:56 PM
The questions are abound, and the question most people would like to know is what the schedule is going to be for the weekend, and an idea of the course...
The schedule however is important, since many of us are planning around work and families...
Thanks!!!
Cheers!!! Look forward to a great weekend!!!!:cheers:
The schedule Denjen posted is correct. We will probably be bumping up official dual practice and race about an hour to make up for lost daylight. Registration on Saturday is from 9-4pm
Course layout is almost complete. There is some recent construction up top of the western territory. New snowmaking line being installed. Depending on the situation going into the weekend it may dictate the top layout a bit, so we will be making a decision on the top of the course later this week. I think the course is going to surprise a few. A great deal of the course has never been used in any previous races. The crew is pretty adamant about keeping the new sections a surprise.
The weather is looking like it will be turning around nicely for us... Should be a wicked awesome time!
The schedule Denjen posted is correct. We will probably be bumping up official dual practice and race about an hour to make up for lost daylight. Registration on Saturday is from 9-4pm
Course layout is almost complete. There is some recent construction up top of the western territory. New snowmaking line being installed. Depending on the situation going into the weekend it may dictate the top layout a bit, so we will be making a decision on the top of the course later this week. I think the course is going to surprise a few. A great deal of the course has never been used in any previous races. The crew is pretty adamant about keeping the new sections a surprise.
The weather is looking like it will be turning around nicely for us... Should be a wicked awesome time!
Great....:rolleyes: NOW I won't get any sleep all week!!!!! ;)
Thanks for the update! I know I speak for all when I say, Dude, I'm stoked and can't wait for the weekend!!!!!
jonnynails
09-03-2006, 09:07 PM
Does anyone know if the shuttle bus be available on Friday to practice????
John M
09-03-2006, 09:50 PM
Does anyone know if the shuttle bus be available on Friday to practice????
yes it will be running- JM
dhphoto
09-03-2006, 10:01 PM
sounds like this is gonna be a killer race...and im even more stoked, since i'll actually be in one for the first time. the situation is the same with camping, correct? and what about showers, or am I doomed to reek the entire weekend?
T-Pro
09-04-2006, 07:14 PM
sounds like this is gonna be a killer race...and im even more stoked, since i'll actually be in one for the first time. the situation is the same with camping, correct? and what about showers, or am I doomed to reek the entire weekend?
complimentary camping is available at Silver Creek. RV hookups are also available for a fee.
We do have public showers located at the pool in the village. Just stop on in and they should take care of the funk.
dhphoto
09-04-2006, 10:33 PM
complimentary camping is available at Silver Creek. RV hookups are also available for a fee.
We do have public showers located at the pool in the village. Just stop on in and they should take care of the funk.
Awesome, I think that covers anything I can think of for now. Thanks!
So how many of you all will be there? I'm driving up by myself, so this should certainly be an adventure. (my friends are either too lazy or have to work) Take pity on me...haha...but seriously, I'll be lookin for some people to hang out with, so lemme know if you'll be around. Oh and I'll be shooting photos as much as I possibly can, and should be having them uploaded to my site not too long after, so i'll give the word when thats up and running.
Wurd....chubby old guy on on a black 03 IH SGS w/ 888 Works and and Avy.
You?
bizutch
09-05-2006, 11:40 AM
getting in there around 2-3pm Friday afternoon. Is there a way to get in a few runs that afternoon if you register at 5pm or is the shuttle shut down by then?
Butch
Tattooo
09-05-2006, 01:37 PM
if weather.com says there is a 20% chance of rain Saturday and a 30% chance Sunday, does that mean it is going to rain? Snowshoe almost seems to generate weather.
banche
09-05-2006, 03:01 PM
the last shuttle is at 5:30 on friday,but we won't be marking or taping the course until late friday evening,so there won't be much of a chance to pre-ride the course until practice sat. morning. this course is a big surprise for everyone.
so see you at the races!!
thanks the snowshoe gang!
bizutch
09-05-2006, 03:27 PM
the last shuttle is at 5:30 on friday,but we won't be marking or taping the course until late friday evening,...!
won't that be cutting into your pre-race "meal"? :brows:
profro
09-05-2006, 04:02 PM
this course is a big surprise for everyone.
No surprize. It will be long, rocky and rooty. :bonk:
bizutch
09-05-2006, 04:12 PM
Nothing like opening up a 4+ minute present using nothing but your front wheel and blind faith to say "surprise"
John M
09-05-2006, 04:49 PM
the last shuttle is at 5:30 on friday,but we won't be marking or taping the course until late friday evening,so there won't be much of a chance to pre-ride the course until practice sat. morning. this course is a big surprise for everyone.
so see you at the races!!
thanks the snowshoe gang!
Many people have paid for rooms with the intention of pre-riding the course.
This has been the way its been for years.(Here and everywhere else) Why are you suprizing us all with this news NOW??
Maybe you could have made this anoucement before most people made reservations.
I have never had a problem paying a few extra bucks for the condo, taking a extra day off work. Because the perks of this have ALWAYS been that you get a extra day of riding the course.
I have no problem with this anoucement, from the angle of...... We will all have the same amount of time to get this new course dailed in.
I just wish that 15 people staying in our condo had this information before we paid all that cash,and took days off work(this is hard for some late in the season) to get extra course time.
Now before I catch ANY slack........
I have been coming to Snowshoe at least 2 x a year to race since they have been putting on the "Mayhem" series. Plus a couple times just to freeride
I have NEVER had a bad experience with ANYTHING.
I do not think of this as "bad experience" either.
I just spoke with T-Pro on the phone last week about something complete un-related. I made sure to share with him, how I thought the boys down there are doing a great job.
So clearly I am a big fan Snowshoe Mt. and all the great things they do.
I just dont know if I aggree with this. JM
SpasticJack
09-05-2006, 05:29 PM
The overall schedule has been the same for the whole series (Practice on day 1, practice and race on day 2). The Monster Park weekend shifted everything a day ahead but otherwise the layout has been the same all along.
If you want to practice the course, buy a ticket for Friday and ride the Western Territory. Odds are good that if you're on something looking fresh, you're on a piece of the new course. Otherwise, I'll see you up there on Saturday with the rest of the folks exploring the latest course for the first time.
Rest assured, T-pro, Stonysnake, Banche and the whole crew at the 'Shoe will top what they did the last race; although, I loved the last course!
Bottom line, we're lucky enough to ride, and ride at a first class resort, so all the sacrifices we make to go, is also the conversation you have at Xmas, or better yet, sitting by yourself, looking out the window on a cold an blustery day, and grinning, because you recall the fun you had this past summer.
Damn, now I won't get to sleep tonight in anticipation of the upcoming weekend.
Tattooo
09-05-2006, 06:14 PM
Interesting.
Self delusion is interesting.
How long is the drive from Richmond?
Interesting.
Self delusion is interesting.
How long is the drive from Richmond?
Well, as far as reasoned logic, your assertion is incorrect, therefore your conclusion must be, and is in fact, incorrect.
Oh yeah, 3.5 hours...:p
dhphoto
09-05-2006, 07:09 PM
Wurd....chubby old guy on on a black 03 IH SGS w/ 888 Works and and Avy.
You?
I'll be the younger (than you, haha) guy riding a flat white 06 Felt DoubleShot with a Manitou Sherman Slider. So just keep your eyes peeled for a white hardtail, probably the only one there.
Bearmntpicnic
09-05-2006, 07:11 PM
sk6 you are such a brown noser
BIRDMAN111
09-05-2006, 07:41 PM
sk6 you are such a brown noser
hahaha
sk6 you are such a brown noser
No brown nosing, just a simple statement of fact. And I'm certain that the same sentiment is felt by others.
Dude, I had a GREAT summer. I rode like sh!t a lot, BUT, I had fun doing it.
The only down side is: Village BAD!
hahaha
I have a DH rig, you? :p :bonk: :nopity: :busted:
:biggrin:
I also have full coverage car insurance, a nice luxury sedan, a Gibson Les Paul, a Marshall, a TI hardtail XC bike, a real nice AND attractive wife.....AND...I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express once! :p
However....
You still have your youth..
:D
Robusto
09-05-2006, 08:40 PM
complimentary camping is available at Silver Creek. RV hookups are also available for a fee.
We do have public showers located at the pool in the village. Just stop on in and they should take care of the funk.
Who do we talk to about the rv hookups? Can I just call snowshoe reservations?
BIRDMAN111
09-05-2006, 08:55 PM
I also have full coverage car insurance, a nice luxury sedan, a Gibson Les Paul, a Marshall, a TI hardtail XC bike, a real nice AND attractive wife.....AND...I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express once! :p
yeah but you have a job. and i have school.
but you have your youth
true dat
Tattooo
09-05-2006, 09:11 PM
Well, as far as reasoned logic, your assertion is incorrect, therefore your conclusion must be, and is in fact, incorrect.
Oh yeah, 3.5 hours...:p
When are you leaving for SS?
And don't play lawyer sh!t with me, I've been explaining the law to the hoodrat crack heads.
Soon it will be the law given by the .308
dhphoto
09-05-2006, 11:29 PM
When are you leaving for SS?
And don't play lawyer sh!t with me, I've been explaining the law to the hoodrat crack heads.
Soon it will be the law given by the .308
haha, on that note, i will be out buying more kevlar if anyone asks
Tattooo
09-06-2006, 12:49 AM
Make sure you get the rifle plate, standard type IV armor doesn't do such a good job of stopping the 7.62 round without it.
Pi31412
09-06-2006, 01:47 AM
I'm not sure which I prefer more: Tattooo's fat-boy machismo chest-thumping about firearms, bangin' girls, takin' back da streetz, and tearing up the 'gnar, or SK6's shmaltzy shiny happy surreality where everything can be described with the word "great" and he's the self-declared mouthpiece of praise for everyone whether they've said they agree or not.
I'm still not convinced that Tattooo is SK6's doppleganger since I've heard them both in person having the same conversations in only slightly differing bodies and with different people listening. Bizarre I know!!
SS will be a good time. I plan to keep it real. Real sketchy.
bizutch
09-06-2006, 09:24 AM
Classic. kalen posts twice and gets bagged and complained on immediately.
As for practicing the DH course on Friday, I'm not worried about that part. I'm more concerned with waking my aging body up to the rigors of 4+ minutes of beatdown on Western Territory. If I get up there in time, you can find me knocking out sweeping high speed turns in the Ewok Forest on the Endor Moon...I mean sport course.
yeah but you have a job. and i have school.
true dat
I have a job AND school. No break for 2 and a half years...straight through....so :p
bizutch
09-06-2006, 03:42 PM
I have a job AND school. No break for 2 and a half years...straight through....so :p
If I see you on the back of a milk carton, I'll look real hard to find ya...
If I see you on the back of a milk carton, I'll look real hard to find ya...
I should be on a box of denture cream! :D
DHZombie
09-06-2006, 03:59 PM
Just wanted to wish everybody the best of luck this weekend.
Sure do wish I could be there to enjoy yet another great weekend of racing and hangin out with good friends at Snowshoe.
See you all again real soon............
T-Pro
09-06-2006, 04:12 PM
Who do we talk to about the rv hookups? Can I just call snowshoe reservations?
304-572-1000
Just let the receptionist know your interests and she will point you where you need to go.
profro
09-06-2006, 04:14 PM
The overall schedule has been the same for the whole series (Practice on day 1, practice and race on day 2). The Monster Park weekend shifted everything a day ahead but otherwise the layout has been the same all along.
If you want to practice the course, buy a ticket for Friday and ride the Western Territory. Odds are good that if you're on something looking fresh, you're on a piece of the new course. Otherwise, I'll see you up there on Saturday with the rest of the folks exploring the latest course for the first time.
Ditto! :cheers:
Tattooo
09-06-2006, 06:32 PM
You kids have a good time this weekend. I am more broke then my ghetto neighbors, so I am grounded here until Wisp when I get paid again.
At the rate this season was spent at, I am going to have to take an extra gig on the streets of Ocean View wearing a hot pink mini-skirt and an all day sucker...
Just wanted to wish everybody the best of luck this weekend.
Sure do wish I could be there to enjoy yet another great weekend of racing and hangin out with good friends at Snowshoe.
See you all again real soon............
Dude, you will be there in spirit!!!! allegorically speaking of course! :D
How you feeling?
RepoDemoRider
09-06-2006, 08:14 PM
Just wanted to wish everybody the best of luck this weekend.
Sure do wish I could be there to enjoy yet another great weekend of racing and hangin out with good friends at Snowshoe.
See you all again real soon............
Thanks Zombie! We'll rip it up,so as to do the old/injured proud!:banghead: :banghead:
dhphoto
09-06-2006, 09:29 PM
I'm not sure which I prefer more: Tattooo's fat-boy machismo chest-thumping about firearms, bangin' girls, takin' back da streetz, and tearing up the 'gnar, or SK6's shmaltzy shiny happy surreality where everything can be described with the word "great" and he's the self-declared mouthpiece of praise for everyone whether they've said they agree or not.
I'm still not convinced that Tattooo is SK6's doppleganger since I've heard them both in person having the same conversations in only slightly differing bodies and with different people listening. Bizarre I know!!
SS will be a good time. I plan to keep it real. Real sketchy.
I'm sure sketchyness will abound, from what I've gathered by reading the posts on here. I can't really say much though, since I'm as sketchy as the next guy. Besides, I'll be living in a parking lot in WV for the weekend, thats pretty sketchy if you ask me.
I'm not sure which I prefer more: Tattooo's fat-boy machismo chest-thumping about firearms, bangin' girls, takin' back da streetz, and tearing up the 'gnar, or SK6's shmaltzy shiny happy surreality where everything can be described with the word "great" and he's the self-declared mouthpiece of praise for everyone whether they've said they agree or not.
I'm still not convinced that Tattooo is SK6's doppleganger since I've heard them both in person having the same conversations in only slightly differing bodies and with different people listening. Bizarre I know!!
SS will be a good time. I plan to keep it real. Real sketchy.
Funny observation...LOL!!! I'm usually described as a cynical sarcastic prick....
You must have been drinking...
:D
Pi31412
09-07-2006, 11:14 AM
Hmm.... no, no that's pretty typical.
Hmm.... no, no that's pretty typical.
LOL!!!! Well...:cheers:
DHZombie
09-07-2006, 12:21 PM
Dude, you will be there in spirit!!!! allegorically speaking of course! :D
How you feeling?
Originally posted by repodemorider
Thanks Zombie! We'll rip it up,so as to do the old/injured proud!
__________________
I've been feeling better by the day. Medication sure is a wonderful thing when you're feelin down and beaten. :bonk: I had my 1st follow up appointment yesterday with my neurosurgeon. He said that things looked about the same as when I was released from the hospital. This, as unusual as it seems, is a GOOD thing. The breaks in the C1 vertebrae are still in good alignment. It's now just a matter of time before the break in the front half of the vertebrae will be drawn back together close enough so that the natural healing can begin. The initial timeframe estimate for this to take place is some time within the first couple weeks of November. Until then, rest and relaxation is the rule (how boring !!!!!).
Enough about me. I know you guy's will tear it up this weekend. Have a great time !!!!!!! :cheers:
See y'all real soon !
Tattooo
09-07-2006, 01:47 PM
I promise I am not SK6, I'm much prettier.
I promise I am not SK6, I'm much prettier.
:rolleyes: Whatever....
:p
dhbuilder
09-07-2006, 06:24 PM
You kids have a good time this weekend. I am more broke then my ghetto neighbors, so I am grounded here until Wisp when I get paid again.
At the rate this season was spent at, I am going to have to take an extra gig on the streets of Ocean View wearing a hot pink mini-skirt and an all day sucker...
i think everyones got you figured out.
you talk a wicked bike ride.
but you're never around when it's time to throw down.
Tattooo
09-07-2006, 09:24 PM
i think everyones got you figured out.
you talk a wicked bike ride.
but you're never around when it's time to throw down.
ok, you've got me there. I'd love to be at the Shoe tomorrow, I need to get out of town. However, I am broke as all get out, my FEMA money finally ran out.
How long does the Windrock season go til?
Well and in truth I have been to some of the races, keep getting hurt unless its a crap National race.
dhbuilder
09-08-2006, 09:30 AM
this year more than before, mother nature and falling leaves will determin when we shut it down.
most trails will be shut down as soon as they get a good coating of leaves on them.
they'll sit fallow with the leaf cover all winter.
that's the best way to preserve some of our older trailbeds from winters erosion.
the four main trails we'll keep clean and open untill close to thanksgiving.
snakerock.
southernrocks.
trail one to the roadgap.
and possibly middlefinger.
once we get into mid november.
it gets a little iffy as to it being rideable or not.
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