Cross-country cycling (XC) is defined by the terrain on which it is performed and the most popular of the four. XC courses and trails consist of a mix of rough forest paths and singletrack (also referred to as doubletrack depending on width), smooth fireroads, and even paved paths connecting other trails. Riding or racing is also only deemed cross-country if the technical complexity of the trails is easy or moderate.
Olympic XC (XCO) is an event is held on a circuit of ideally 5-9 km in length of predominantly single and double track trail. The riders complete a set number of laps on the course of varying distances. The racer with the fastest time, or the first to cross the finish line wins.
Posted on 28 November 2009 by admin
Course Description
The new Hartland course is designed with classic cross country style emphsizing technical singletrack and shorter laps for better spectating. Little face, Crazy Horse, Rolly Ridge, Fire Drill, Crossover, N-Trail, Two trees, and Shock treatment will be some of the trails you can expect to ride. The trails are filled with rocks, and roots, expect early wet spring conditions.
Beginners will race one lap, Intermediate will race 2 laps, Experts race 3 laps.
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The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island.
Island Cup Races are sanctioned by Cycling BC.
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Posted on 26 November 2009 by admin
Course Description
This season we’re changing it up with some new challenging single track.
Beginners will do a shorter course about 40 min. 2 laps for intermediate, 3 for experts, with a crazy hard rock trail overlap… yield to downhillers!!
We don’t suggest semi slicks and no one will tease you for walking the skinnies…
The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island.
Island Cup Races are sanctioned by Cycling BC.
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Posted on 24 November 2009 by admin
Course Description
This year will mark many new changes to the XC course as recent harvesting in Cumberland have made quite a change to the landscape. Look for some fresh dirt and new trails to greet you for this popular event.
The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island.
Island Cup Races are sanctioned by Cycling BC.
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Posted on 20 November 2009 by admin
Sunday April 25th, 2010
Event Description
The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island.
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Posted on 16 November 2009 by admin
Sunday May 9th, 2010
Event Description
Specific Race Course Information coming soon.
The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island. Continue Reading
Posted on 10 November 2009 by admin
Posted on 06 November 2009 by admin
Saturday June 12th, 2010
Event Description
Specific Race Course Information coming soon.
The 2010 Vancouver Island Cup Mountain Bike Race Series, is BC’s premiere grassroots race series spanning the length of Vancouver Island. Cross Country, Downhill, Super D and Marathon disciplines are brought together from numerous local mountain bike clubs.
If you’re a first timer, seasoned pro or just out to have some fun we would love to see you experience mountain bike racing on Vancouver Island.
Continue Reading
