Monday, September 10, 2012

And now that the dust has settled

In the haste of the moment at events, and during the excitement of the race somethings can go unsaid or not said enough.

The organizers of Hemlock would like to take the chance to give another big thank you to all the event sponosrs: Dunbar Cycles, Hemlock Valley Resort, Pink Bike, Intense, GoPro, Answer Products, Ice Breaker, Raceface, Pedal Sport and Kali    THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your commitment to DH racing in BC is amazing and is appreciated by all racers.

To all the volunteers: THANK YOU!!!! these events cannot happen without you.

To the trail crew: Todd, Scott, Glen and Brian and all others who threw dirt. Thanks you for your time and dedication, this is an event that takes months and months of prep! thank you for your time.

Thank You to all involved!!! you make racing in BC happen!!

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

2012 Full Results

Hey all!!

You read it right!! The results are in!!



If you want to download them, click here.

Monday, August 27, 2012

Offical Race Photographer


Looking to find a picture of yourself going fast? 

be sure to check out Dave Mackie's 
web site after the race.


http://davemackie.ca/

Haulin' Ballz Coffee

The lovely Meghan will be serving up fantastic coffee and breakfast treats from Lepps Farmers Market Saturday and Sunday from 7:30'ish till 10'ish (mountain time). She will have muffins, granola bars and scones (with meat in them!!!!), all good things to keep you fueled to HAUL!!!

Friday, August 17, 2012

Got plans for Saturday night?

Don't forget to come on into Molly's pub after the 16" race on Saturday to check out the newly released "Bush League" movie!!!


Also, we'll be having a lovely raffle with prizes like a D3 *cough* etc. Money raised will be going to a very very good cause.

Course Pictures!! Build the Stoke

The course is coming together!!! fast and loose.

Please see the below link for some course pics from last weekend


http://dave-m.pinkbike.com/album/Hemlock-2012/

Reminders

Just a couple of reminders!!

Number 1: Bring bug spray!!! the bugs up at Hemlock don't see a lot of people so they get kinda excited when race weekend arrives.

Number 2: bring plenty of food and water, the long trek up to Hemlock takes you about 45 minutes away from stores, so please come prepared.

Number 3: camping is free and is in parking lot 2 for the weekend

Number 4: shower service for campers is not available but there is a lovely creek about 10 minutes down the main road

Number 5: and most important!! Please come and have a fantastic time!!!

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Build Update:


Hard at work trying to pretty the place up a little for ya!!



Build Updates:




Hemlock had one of its biggest snow packs in its history this past winter, leaving the build crew a little worried... but trail inspection mid July showed very little snow left!!!! it was time to re-build.

Air Bag Update:

We are sad to announce that the Camp of Champions will not be able to join us this year with their air bag of fun; we will be having lots of other race extras to try to make up for it!!

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Well it's that time again, it's build time!!! for the weekends leading up to the race we will be working hard to buff the track for you!!

Please stay tuned for pictures of the progress.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Hemlock BC Cup Finals: September 1st and 2nd 2012

Hemlock Valley resort is a little mountain community nestled in the coastal mountains; a destination for mountain sports. Hemlock made its dynamic return to the BC cup race scene in 2011 after a seven year “rest”, proving to be a favorite of the race circuit.

Schedule of Events:

Friday August 31, 2012:

2:00 till 7:00: Lifts Spinning Course is open to hiking only, no riding

5:00 till 8:00: Registration Open

Molly Hogan will be open for refreshments in the evening



Saturday September 1, 2012:

9:00 till 12:00: Registration and plate pick up in Molly Hogans

8:30 till 5:30: Lifts will be running

9:00 till 5:00: Course open for practice

5:00 till 6:00: Elite only practice (no sessioning)

5:00 till…. Evening Festivities!!!!! DJ’s , BBQ’s, little bikes (16”) and an all round good time!!!



Sunday September 2, 2012:

8:30 till 10:30: Lifts running

9:00 till 11:00: Course open for practice

11:00 till 12:00: Course Closed

12:00 till…. RACING!!!!!!!!!

Awards & BC Cup Winners Announced

Cycling BC will be providing evening festivities for the wrap up of the race season!!!

Location, Location, Location!!!!

Hemlock Resort is located at the head of the Lower Mainland, approximately 1.5 hour drive from Vancouver, and 2 hours from Merritt. Check the map up on the right. For those on the Island, you will have to take BC Ferries (www.bcferries.com) so check the schedule here and please note that during summer time the line-ups can be longer than normal, and we don’t want you to miss the race!

Calling for Volunteers

No event would get anywhere without the hard work put forth by volunteers. Please contact Karla at productions@duncarcylces.com if you are interested in helping out. There will be lunches provided by Dunbar Cycles Productions but breakfast is not provided.

Sleeping Arrangements

There are pretty much four options for sleeping at Hemlock this year.
1. You can drive back home. We don’t recommend this because if you are riding all day practicing for your winning run you are probably going to be pretty tired. The road back down the mountain is pretty twisty and you should be fully alert when driving. So onto number two.
2. Camping… IS FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is on a first come first serve basis, we will have wonderful volunteers in the camping are to help organize the spaces that will be marked out for camp spots. Outdoor washrooms (AKA porta potties) will be supplied for the area.
3. Renting a cabin from the good folks through Snowflake Resorts who can be contacted through the internet at www.snowflakeresort.com.
4. Additionally there is a Bed and Breakfast provided by the good folks of Hemlock Hollow. They can be contact through the internet at www.hemlockhollow.com

Parking Notifications

There is loads of parking in lot 1, but lot 2 is specifically for camping so if one is full onto number 3.

Shuttles

Shuttles… Shuttles!!!!! Heck no we got a lift!!! Hemlock will be staffing and manning the Sasquatch Chair for the race course. PLEASE NOTE: this lift is older than the quad detachable chair machines that Whistler Blackcomb provides. Please allow approximately 30 minute lift time and approximately 20 minutes for the scenic lift up the mountain.

Registration

Registration will take place at the Lodge area at the base of the race course. Make sure you are super nice to the lovely ladies there, or they may just cancel your registration. You will be getting a Racer Package with valuable information; we suggest that you read it. This year there will be no paper copies of the racer kits, we will be forwarding you all the information that you need when you register. Too many trees get cut down so we are attempting to reduce the impact on the environment by sending you all the information that you need to your email.

Food

Hemlock resort will be providing ample BBQ services and pub services throughout the weekend!!!! The pub will not be open till 11am due to “laws”. Remember you basically are in the middle of no-where so bring ample food and water to maintain you athletic physic.

Bring some bug spray

… there are a trillion bugs there and no one likes being a feast for the mosquitoes. Nets make a terrible fashion statement, and ditch the cologne and perfume for the DEET smell.

Camp of Champions-Air Bag

The good guys at Camp of Champions will be there on Saturday to provide you riders, free of charge a chance to have your go at the Air Bag. That is right, all weekend you will be able to try your best back flip, front flip, belly flop onto the world’s largest air bag. (Don’t quote me on the world’s largest bit)

DUNBAR Cycles 16" BMX

Back again for 2012 is the Dunbar Cycles 16" BMX Challenge. A new track will be constructed to challenge even the best. Try your luck from 7pm - 9pm Saturday September 1st, 2012. Helmets are mandatory for this event. Knee/shin pads are recommended.

Cycle Component Network SPEED TRAP!

There is a relatively straight section of trail coming into the new hip jump at the lower 1/4 of the course. There you will find the CCN SPEED TRAP! That is right, an honest to goodness Police certified radar gun complete with digital display. You will be able to see first hand just how fast, or slow you were going.