Race Date
Sunday, 8th November
Practice – Sat, 10am – 2pm
Race Location
Swimming Pool Road, Pemberton
Race Briefing
Early Birds (Whippets / Welcome Women 8:10am)
Race Start
Whippets 8:15am
Staggered Main Field to follow
Race Finish
Whippets ~9:30am
Main Field 1:30pm
Presentations
Whippets when ready
Main Event 1:30pm
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EVENT ENTRY
Premium Entries close Tuesday at midnight before race weekend. This gives us time to print custom raceplates and gives caterers time to organise food options.
Late Entries close Friday at 9pm before race weekend and attract a $15 late fee. Competitors cannot expect a custom raceplate and cannot expect food options to be accommodated for, but we’ll try out best!
‘pemby’
Even though this is the furtherest round from metropolitan Perth, this is definitely a favourite! With the Pemberton townsite, accomodation, trails, a huge outdoor swimming ‘pool’ and all essential amenities within walking distance from one another, Pemberton is the perfect opportunity for riders, family and friends to attend and make the most of the event. Wineries, restaurants and other tourist attractions a short drive make this event the perfect excuse to race some sweet, fast and fun trails and taking in the sights of the Great Southern.
FULLFACE HELMET MANDATORY.
WA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
THIS EVENT IS FOR ALL! But if you are seeking the status of WA State Champion and recogntiion of the feat through Mountain Bike Australia, this round has some additional incentive!
You must be signed up to MTBA to be allocated points – registration is free. Head to https://online.mtba.asn.au/SignUp.aspx
FAST FACTS
- ENTRIES LIMITED TO 400 AND MAY SELL OUT PRIOR TO TIMERS EXPIRING.
- DURING LATE REGISTRATION PERIOD, A $15 LATE FEE APPLIES AND LUNCH NOT CATERED FOR.
- AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT AND REGISTER EARLY!
- NEW COMPETITORS TO THE SERIES CAN COLLECT RACEPLATE AT MORNING CHECK-IN
- PLEASE BRING YOUR RACEPLATE IF YOU ARE A RETURNING COMPETITOR TO THE 2020 SERIES.
ROUND POINTS
Points Multiplier – 1.0x
Based on course gradings and comments by riders, this points multiplier applies. Points multipliers are favoured towards more typical Enduro-style venues. For more information about Points Multipliers, read more.
COURSE GRADING
Technical Ability – Advanced
Physical Rating – 2
This is the approximate difficulty in technical ability and physicality for competitors racing the Full Enduro Course. For more information about course grading, read more.
WAGE WHIPPETS AND WELCOME WOMEN
Our U9, U13 and Welcome Women riders will be setting the pace early with their racing to commence before the main field(s). If you are getting in some last minute practice, MAIN FIELD COMPETITORS MUST GIVE WAY TO THESE EARLY BIRD RACERS. Failure to do so may result in injuries and a 5 minute time penalty will apply to Main Event competitors. Presentations will follow as soon as possible. Early Bird’s light lunch is also provided when ready/where available.
Gravity Enduro Mountain Bike Race
Multi-stage race. Timed descents and untimed climbs
Sign-posted and bunted course
Don’t cheat yourself or your mates – stay on track
St John Ambulance on-site
Professional Medical Assistance available
Toilets
Portable or connected nearby
Race Village
Great atmosphere, questions answered and supplies
Volunteers and Fund Raising
Perks for vollies and funds donated to the trails
Gift Vouchers and Prizes
Heaps of prizes ready to be won for all
Elite Prize Money
Cold hard cash for the cream-of-the-crop
Professional Race Timing
We use the best Enduro World Series system
Hydration and Sustenance
Free water and free light meal with Prem. Registration
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enter? Easy. Just click on the ‘ENTER NOW’ button located throughtout the website. This will take you to your registration portal. If you are new to the registration portal, a one-time profile will need to be filled out. Returning competitors simply enter their email address, select their event and arrive at the Race Village on race-day to collect your timing chip and raceplate.
How much does it cost? We strive to keep our entry fees as affordable as possible. Entry fees vary based on your category and start from only $29 for the Under 13’s. Insurance selection and location can slightly vary the price, but we try to stay as consistent as possible.
Where is the course map? Gravity Enduro is about the excitement of racing a course with little to no knowledge of the course. This helps create a more level playing field and better tests your mountain biking skills. We usually release the course map on the Monday before the weekend’s race.
Do I have to go to race briefing? Yes. Race briefing is mandatory and occurs at the race village 15 minutes before race start. It is essential that you get a full report on the course (and any potential changes), safety requirements and to ensure everyone starts the race from the same location.
Can I shuttle between stages? No. Anyone caught doing so will be automatically disqualified.
I missed registration! We can accept late registration online and on the day plus a $15 surcharge. Places are limited and may not be possible if the event is sold out.
Can I get a refund? From the Monday at 9am before the race weekend, refunds, transfers to other competitors or credits are not possible. Before Monday 9am, yes, we can offer a full refund minus 10% administration fees.