Online Registration Links
We will have day of event registration onsite (cash and check, if cell reception allows we will have Square available) online registration is available until 8am the Saturday before the event at the following link:
Online registration closes at 8am the day before the event.
Directions
Best to use the google link!
Directions: East or West from Hwy 16
- Take the Purdy/Key Center/SheltonExit
- Turn onto SR 302
- Follow for around 2.25 miles, the entrance is on the right (look for signage here)
If you get to 118th street (near gravel yard) you have gone too far.
About This Event
The West Side Mountain Bike Series has been going on for 13 years! It has grown each year and we are excited for the 2018 series, as we are utilizing more new trails. Come on out and have some fun!!!
WSBA State Mtn Bike Championship Event
The 360 Park event has been chosen by the WSBA (Washington State Bicycle Association) to be the State Mtn Bike Championship event. The event will be USA Cycling Sanctioned (Permit # 2018-372) and USAC licensed participants may be eligible to participate in the National Mtn Bike Championship event, based on their finish placing. If you are not a USAC Licensed member, you will not be eligible for Nationals. For more information on becoming a USA Cycling Licensed Member, please visit their website (see above). WSBA championships jerseys and medals will be awarded to all category winners.
Title Sponsor
Securite' Luxury Gun Club is the 2018 title sponsors of this event.
The Club is in the process of getting ready to build its facility. The goal of the Club is to educate users and provide a safe, family environment to do this. John, and Team Securite' are amazing in thier commitment to the Mountain Bike sport.
Event Sponsor Prizes
Some of our wonderful sponsors are giving cash or certificate prizes for this event!
We have the following prizes:
Registration Information
Registration times on event day
Registraiton will open at 8am the morning of the event. You must register by 15 minutes before your Category begins (see Course Information and Maps for Category Start Times). EVERYONE must check in, whether you registered online or have a pass.
This will be a USAC Sanctioned event
If you have a license, great you will need to complete a USAC Waiver form (and a BuDu form if you have not participated in an earlier event). If you are not a USAC member, you will not need to pay for one, but you will need to complete a USAC One Day License form.
You do need to check in at the registration table, otherwise you are not considered a participant. PLEASE DO NOT START THE RACE WITHOUT CHECKING IN, or you may be disqualified.
Registration Prices
Online Entry Fee |
Day of Entry Fee |
5 Pass | 5 Pass Day of Fee |
Series Pass | Series Pass Day of Fee |
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Not available after the first event. |
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Adult | $33 | $40 | $145 (save $20) |
$155 (save $17) |
$231 (save $33) |
$245 (save $26) |
Under 18 | $23 | $30 | $100 (save $15) |
$110 (save $12) |
$161 (save $23) |
$175 (save $16) |
CAT 3 Juniors 11 & Under | $18 | $25 | $75 (save $15) |
$87 (save $12) |
$126 (save $18) |
$138 (save $13) |
Prices do not include online registration fee. The reason for the lesser savings on the Day of Fee, is because the addtional fee is included in this rate. |
Series Passes and 5 Passes are good for all 8 events (as appropriate), this includes the event at 360 Park. Unused passes are not transferable or refundable.
Bike Numbers
We will have a laminated bike number that will have your timing tag on it. It is your responsibility to bring the bike number to each event. If you do not have it, you WILL be charged $5 for a new number, that will be your bike number for the series, unless you change categories.
What do I get with my registration fee?
- Quick results - posted on site!
- Age Group Award Medals, 3 Deep
Refund Policy
- Once you have registered and start riding the course, you are part of the event, NO refunds will be issued once you start the event.
- If you have pre-registered and need to request a transfer please send an email to Info@BuDuRacing.com at least 24 hours before the start of the event.
BuDu Racing, LLC reserves the right to cancel an event due to issues beyond their control, such as something weather related. BuDu Racing, LLC will do what they can to accommodate each person who has pre-registered by allowing a transfer to another event, when appropriate.
Parking and misc
There will be plenty of parking at this venue. Please take directions from the parking attendants.
Team tents will be able to be set up near the finish area.
Course Information & Map
Please review the specific event on the link below for start times and such.
Date | Location |
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1/28/18 | Swan Creek Trails, Tacoma |
2/4/18 | Soaring Eagle, Sammamish |
2/11/18 | Dash Point, Tacoma |
2/25/18 | Lord Hill, Snohomish |
3/4/18 | Cookin in the Kettles, Fort Ebey (Whidbey Island) |
3/11/18 | Henry's Ridge, Maple Valley |
4/8/18 | Port Gamble Trails, Poulsbo |
4/15/18 | 360 Park, Gig Harbor |
Start Times for 360 Park
Please review each specific event as there are different start times.
Cat 3 (Beginners) Age Group and Clydesdale |
Cat 1 |
Cat 2 (Sport) Age Group, Single Speed, Fat Tire and Clydesdale |
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Start Time | 9:00am | 10:15am | 12:00pm |
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Event Length | Approx 40 Mins | Approx 75 Mins | Approx 60 Mins |
Please remember that courses are tentative and may be adjusted on race morning.
The Start Time listed is for the first group off in the category. We do have wave starts that are posted the morning of the event. Everyone is normally started with in 8 minutes. Also, the Event Length is approximate and base off of when the first finisher is expected. The lap count is a courtesy, not a guarantee. Course conditions can impact this on either side of the time frame.
Course Map
Please remember that courses are tentative and may be adjusted on race morning.
Here is the Garmin for tentative course for 2018: 360 Park Course (Rory and Jim Christensen road this)
Categories
Category Description
- Cat 3 (Beginner) = relatively new to MTB Racing
- Cat 2 (Sport) = rides comfortably w/ speed
- Cat 1 (Expert) = Accomplished at MTB
- Single Speed = riding a bike with one gear
- Clydesdale = Men over 210 lbs
Self Seeding Categories, includes Cat 3 Age Group and Clydesdale, Cat 2 OPEN, Age Group, Clydesdale, Fat Tire and Single Speed and Cat 1 OPEN, Age Group, Single Speed and Clydesdale. Age group divisions do not apply to Clydesdale or Single Speed. Medals are given out at each event 3 deep and for the Series Ending Awards, it is 5 Deep. | |
Cat 1 | |
OPEN Male and Female - Ages 34 and under, and any other age who wants to participate in this category | Any |
Age Group - Male and Female | 35 to 49 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 50+ |
Male Single Speed | |
Male Clydesdale (210 pounds or more) | |
Cat 2 | |
Middle School - Male and Female (ages 12-14) | 12 to 14 |
High School - Male and Female (ages 15-18) | 15 to 18 |
OPEN Male - Any CAT 2 rider | Any |
Age Group - Male and Female | 19 to 29 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 30 to 39 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 40 to 49 |
Age Group - Female | 50+ |
Age Group - Male | 50 to 59 |
Age Group - Male | 60+ |
Fat Tire - Male (tire should be 26 x 4' wide or wider) | |
Male Clydesdale (210 pounds or more) | |
Male Single Speed | |
Cat 3 | |
Elementary - Male and Female (11 and Under) | 11 and Under |
Middle School - Male and Female (ages 12-14) | 12 to 14 |
High School - Male and Female (ages 15-18) | 15 to 18 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 19 to 34 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 35 to 49 |
Age Group - Male and Female | 50+ |
Male Clydesdale (210 pounds or more) | |
We will be taking $1 from each registration and adding that to a pool for the series ending payout the bigger the numbers, the bigger the payout. The promoter reserves the right to change categories, places, and prize list based on participation. While this is not a USCF/NORBA event, rules will be enforced. This includes wearing a HELMET at ALL times when on your bike. |
Lapped Riders
If a participant is lapped by the lead rider, you will finish on the same lap as the leader. On the final results it will indicate you are one lap down. The results posted onsite may show a time penalty instead of being down a lap, but will be adjusted for the final results.
Transfers to a Different Category
Transfers to a different category, which means you are moving up a category, are allowed with points transferring, but must take place before the 5th race. No transfers with points will be allowed after the 5th event. After transfering, in order to be in contention to win a Series Placing, you must have competed in at least 3 of the category events you are placing in.
If you transfer down a category, your points will NOT transfer.
You can request to be transferred to a category by emailing Info@BuDuRacing.com or talking with one of the registration staff members.
Individual Event Awards
We will be awarding medals for First, Second, and Third finishes in each category and division (as appropriate) at each event. You need to pick up your medal, they will not be mailed.
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