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PEMBERTON MTB PARK
PRACTISE | SATURDAY 20th APRIL 2024 | 1000 – 1400
SATURDAY SENDERS | 1400 (Full Enduro Competitors)
RACING | SUNDAY 21st APRIL 2024
A popular stop on the WA Gravity Enduro tour, Pemberton Mountain Bike Park sits among tall Karri Trees conveniently close to Pemberton Town Centre and its amenities. Held in April, we are on the hunt for primo riding conditions with grippy ‘hero-dirt’ if we see some rain before the event.
Competitors often take the opportunity to explore the nearby area, stocking up on local produce and soaking in the laid-back atmosphere of the region.
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DESCRIPTION
The term ‘hero-dirt’ is familiar with Pemberton due to its cooler soils under towering trees.
However, there is a real mix of trail from the rowdy Wahoo offering rocky options to the refurbished Cool Runnings and Relentless Blue offering fantastic flow. The variety in trail makes it an excellent Enduro network.
GRADING
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Technical Ability – Intermediate |
| Physical Rating – 2 |
This is the approximate Course Grade for the most difficult category (Full Enduro).
More information about Course Grading.
This venue is considered one of the easiest venues on the calendar and is a great introduction for new competitors and a great way to ease into a big season ahead.
SHUTTLES AND ASSISTANCE
No shuttles are permitted during practise or racing. Failure to comply is disqualification.
It is not permitted to push, tow or assist in any way a competitor during practise, stage racing or during stage transition. Exceptions include Under 9 Whippets during practise only, disabled, very young or injured competitors at the sole discretion of the Commissaire.
NO SHUTTLING PERMITTED ON ROADS AT ANYTIME SATURDAY OR SUNDAY. FAILURE TO COMPLY IS DISQUALIFICATION.
ACCOMMODATION
The Pemberton Caravan Park is located right on the doorstep to the trails. Additionally, jump on Airbnb or similar as ample houses are also available for rent.
PARKING
Parking is available nearby the Race Village but is limited. A huge dedicated parking area is available only 300m away.
As usual, carpool where possible and ride to the venue if possible.
SPECTATORS
Spectators WELCOME! But remember – racing riders always have right of way! They travel fast and collisions may result in serious injury. Friendly dogs are permitted but must be on a lead at all times.
Spectators are welcome to walk up the side of trails but please ensure you are behind course bunting at all times and at least 2m off the trail when riders are descending. Look for Spectator points indicated on the Course Map for viewing opportunities.
Always be aware of snakes and other wildlife, bring adequate hydration and wear good walking shoes. Please avoid making shortcuts through the bush and only walk on the side of the trails where it is safe to do so.
We aim to provide the best value Enduro Experience possible. Your entry fees cover practise and facilities over two days.
- Full Face Helmets Mandatory
- Auscycling Insurance Mandatory
- No headphones, no singlets, no thongs
- Mechanical’s are a part of racing. Always proceed to finish the stage by taking your SIAC past the finish beacon. A competitor carrying another person’s SIAC is instant disqualification.
- Competitors stopping to assist an injured rider are permitted a stage re-attempt, but must confirm with a marshal.
Organisation
Time required to bring together all facets of the Event.
Advertising
Facebook advertising, video reels and highlights, maps, website design, signage, Instagram feeds, YouTube clips take time and fees.
Sign-posted and Bunted Course
Arriving early to setup the course. This usually involves multiple people over hours or days ensuring bunting, signage and timing equipment are in place for easy navigation and fair racing.
Event Health Services
Your Entry Fee covers St John Ambulance Services being on-site for both Saturday and Sunday. We typically employ 4 x Technicians and engage with St John months in advance
Toilets
Typically, our Events exceed the venue existing facilities. Regional Services are engaged months in advance to deliver toilets. Hire costs continue to grow as Waste Management Fees continue to increase.
Race Village
It takes time to design the Race Village to enable our awesome Sponsors to arrive and setup in suitable locations to suite their needs. Careful attention to Parking, Pedestrians and Riders is needed for the safe and accessible movement of all attendees and event crew.
Applications and Insurances
Typically, several Stakeholders need to be engaged months in advance of any Event. We liaise with Local Governments, State Departments, Auscycling, Local Residents and Trail Custodians to act in the best interests of all parties while balancing a safe and exciting experience for our Community. Fees are required for Insurance and Event Applications.
Prizes, Gift Vouchers, Subsidies
We typically donate $5 per rider at each event back to the trail custodians, offer more than $2,500 in Event Gift Vouchers to podium winners and offer $750 to our Elite Men and Women winners. We offer free entries to our Marshals, pay for professional services including multiple Photographers and Videographers and assist with fuel, food and accommodation costs for our Crew.
World's Best Timing System
Our Timing System is considered the World’s Best as used at the Enduro World Series. Yearly licensing, hardware and software upgrades are continuous. Additionally, we send our timing bands back to Germany as required for battery replacements at considerable expense.
Continued Development
Once the essential Event costs are accounted for, we continue to research new ways to improve Results, Live Broadcasts, Mobile Phone Apps, data presentation, website development, manage existing equipment and improve our systems with the aim for a better experience for Competitors, Spectators and our Crew.