Flyer-Spring Thaw Mtn Bike Race

Candi Murray

2001-03-17



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    ------- Siskiyou Cyclery Presents -------



    "2001 SPRING THAW MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE"

               ASHLAND, OREGON

             SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2001



    Yeah! Winter is over and it's time for the Spring Thaw! Come to

Ashland for an exhilarating 25 mile course of forest service road,

single track trail, thrilling descents, and a grueling climb thrown

in just to make you earn the great feast that will be awaiting you

at the finish line.

    The race/ride once again begins in Ashland's beautiful Lithia Park

(right downtown) and starts out with a challenging climb up and out of

the city into pristine forest. The top of the climb crests out and

around the scenic Ashland watershed area, where riders encounter

rolling hills and gentle terrain.

    After reaching the summit, it's miles and miles of gnarly downhill

single track (including the Horn Gap trail) and abandoned jeep trails

back to the finish line in Lithia Park.

    This is a course that has something for everyone, beginner to

advanced, and is part of the Oregon Mountain Bike Series. So get 'yer

saddle on the old steed and come on out to the Spring Thaw!



   Entry fee includes food during the race, great vittles at the finish

line, maps, insurance, and a well run race!

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GENERAL INFORMATION:



1. All riders must present a valid OBRA license at registration. Riders

may purchase a 1 day trial license for $5. Annual licenses are also

available for $15. OBRA one day licenses will be free to out of state

racers. Only annual OBRA members will be officially tracked in the

Series. For more info about OBRA call 541-349-9270 or visit the OBRA

web site at www.obra.org.



2. All riders must wear a helmet at all times while participating in

this event. Eye protection and gloves are strongly recommended.



3. Food and water stops will be situated at various locations around the

course for riders convenience, however, all riders should carry their

own spare tube, patch kit, tools, and water bottles.



4. Awards will be presented to the top 3 finishers in each class.



5. There will be a prize raffle held just before the final awards are

presented. All riders and volunteers are eligible to win prizes.



6. This race is being held partly on US Forest Service land, held under

USFS special use permit, Rogue River National Forest, Ashland Ranger

District. Special thanks to the City of Ashland and Rogue Valley Amateur

Radio Club.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:



Saturday, May 5



2:00 to 6:00 pm        Late Registration/Packet Pickup at Siskiyou

                         Cyclery, Ashland's finest bike shop, located at

                         1729 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, OR (541) 482-1997.



Sunday, May 6



7:00 to 8:30 am         Late Registration/Packet Pickup at starting area

                         in Lithia Park, downtown Ashland. Late registra-

                         tion closes at 8:30 am sharp!



9:00 am                 Race Begins with the Following Order:



         9:00            All Pro/Expert Men and Women, incl. Expert Jr,

                         Expert Senior, Expert Vet, and Expert Masters



         9:05            All Sport Men and Women, incl. Sport Juniors,

                         Sport Vets, and Sport Masters, plus Single Speed

                         and Clydesdales



         9:10            All Beginner Men and Women, inlc. Beginner

                         Juniors, Beginner Seniors, Beginner Vets, and

                         Beginner Masters, plus Tour Riders



11:00 to 1:00 pm        Lunch is Served (free to all riders!)



1:00 pm                 Awards Ceremony

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          SPRING THAW MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE 2001 ENTRY FORM



NAME_____________________________________________________________



ADDRESS__________________________________________________________



CITY______________________________STATE___________ZIP____________



AGE___________PHONE______________________________________________



OBRA RACING NUMBER (if applicable)_______________________________



CLUB/TEAM________________________________________________________



___ Expert Junior Men 18 & Under

___ Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert Sr Men 19-34

___ Expert Veteran Men 35 - 44

___ Expert Master Men 45 & Over

___ Expert Junior Women 18 & Under

___ Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert Sr Women 19-34

___ Expert Veteran Women 35 - 44

___ Expert Master Women 45 & Over

___ Single Speed (Sport Course)

___ Clydesdale (200 lbs. and Over)

___ Ride/Tour (non-competitors)



___ Sport Junior Men 14 & Under

___ Sport Junior Men 15 - 18

___ Sport Senior Men 19 - 34

___ Sport Veteran Men 35 - 44

___ Sport Master Men 45 & Over

___ Sport Junior Women 14 & Under

___ Sport Junior Women 15 - 18

___ Sport Senior Women 19 - 34

___ Sport Veteran Women 35 - 44

___ Sport Master Women 45 & Over



___ Beginner Junior Men 14 & Under

___ Beginner Junior Men 15 - 18

___ Beginner Senior Men 19 - 34

___ Beginner Veteran Men 35 - 44

___ Beginner Master Men 45 & Over

___ Beginner Junior Women 14 & Under

___ Beginner Junior Women 15 - 18

___ Beginner Senior Women 19 - 34

___ Beginner Veteran Women 35 - 44

___ Beginner Master Women 45 & Over



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FEES:



Entry Fee (adults)          $ 30 (if postmarked by 4/28/01)

Entry Juniors (18 & Under) $ 10 (if postmarked by 4/28/01)

T-Shirt                     $ 10 __SM __MD __LG __XLG

Late Fee                    $ 5 (if postmarked after 4/28/01)



            TOTAL ENCLOSED: $_______

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ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY



I acknowledge that this athletic event is an extreme test of a person's

physical and mental limits and carries with it the potential for death,

serious injury and property loss. The risks include, but are not

limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather,

condition of athletes, equipment, vehicular traffic, actions of other

people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers,

spectators, coaches, event officials and event monitors, and/or

producers of the event, and lack of hydration. These risks are not only

inherent to athletics, but are also present for volunteers. I hereby

assume all of the risks of participating &/or volunteering in this event.

I realize that liability may arise from negligence or carelessness on

the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or

defective equipment or property owned, maintained or controlled by them

or because of their possible liability without fault.



I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently trained for

participant in the event and have not been advised otherwise by a

qualified medical person.



I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability (AWRL)

form will be used by event holders, sponsors and organizers, in which I

may participate and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities

at said events.



In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in

this event, I hereby take action for myself, my executors,

administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:

(A) Waive, Release and Discharge from any and all liability for my

death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft or

actions of any kind which may hereafter accrue to me or my traveling to

and from this event. The FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: The Oregon

Bicycle Racing Association, their directors, officers, employees,

volunteers, representatives and agents, the event holders, event

sponsors, event directors, event volunteers; (B) Indemnify and Hold

Harmless the entities or persons mentioned in this paragraph from any

and all liabilities or claims made by other individuals or entities as

a result of any of my actions during this event.



I hereby consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed

advisable in the event of injury, accident and or illness during this

event.



I understand that at this event or related activities, I may be

photographed. I agree to allow my photo, video or film likeness to be

used for any legitimate purpose by the event holders, producers,

sponsors, organizers and or assigns.



The AWRL shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to

the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.



I hereby certify that I have read this document; and, I understand it's

content.



Bicycle use: Bicycles may be borrowed for use in this event. A nominal

charge is collected to cover bicycle maintenance and purchase. This is

a loan and does not constitute a rental agreement. I understand that I

assume responsibility for the mechanical soundness of the bicycle and

it's parts, including but not limited to tires, gears, chain and bolts.

I have examined the bicycle and certify that it is properly assembled

and fit to ride.



Signature of entrant:______________________________Date_________________



Who to notify in case of emergency:___________________Phone:____________





PARENT GUARDIAN WAIVER FOR MINORS (Under 18 years old)

The undersigned parent and natural guardian or legal guardian does hereby

represent that he/she is, in fact, acting in such capacity and agrees to

save and hold harmless and indemnify each and ll of the parties referred

to above from all liability, loss, cost, claim or damage whatsoever which

may be imposed upon said parties because of any defect in or lack of such

capacity to so act and release said parties on behalf of the minor and

the parents or legal guardian.



Signature of parent or guardian:_________________________ Date _________

(if rider is under 18)



* Entry fees include food during and after the race, prizes, insurance

surcharges, and tons of good dirty fun!



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MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO SPRING THAW AND MAIL TO:

Spring Thaw

164 Almeda Drive

Ashland, OR 97520



Spring Thaw Race Hotline (541) 482-8704

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