Thrilla Cyclocross Series

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The Thrilla Cyclocross Series will be a donation only event.
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There will be no entry fees charged for participation in individual races or the series, however, participants and spectators are encouraged to donate to assist with covering the cost of the event, in lieu of race entry fees. Everyone will still need to register through OBRA or day of.

The Horner Cycling Foundation’s mission is to make their cycling program and events accessible to all households and participants, regardless of a participant’s ability to pay. All donations will be used to cover expenses related to the event, with any additional funds used to fund on-going programs and events with the Horner Cycling Foundation.

For those interested in donating, please click here, and we will send you a tax donation receipt. You will be able to donate at the races as well and we will have tax donation slips onsite.

Additionally, a limited number of cyclocross bikes will be available through the HCF bike library for participants needing a bike to use at the event, at no charge. Thank you for your support and participation!

Location:

The Athletic Club of Bend
61615 Athletic Club Drive
Bend, OR 97703

Benefitting:

The Horner Cycling Foundation

Contact:

email: molly@hornerlawllp.com

FAQs

Can I do both races?
- Yes, just let us know the category you are racing.
Can I jump in and do the Category 4 race even though I’m a Cat 3? I will go slow. I just can’t do the later race because of a previous engagement.
- The answer is, “I’m really sorry but maybe you should plan better. No, you cannot race in a lower category than you are even if you aren’t in it to win it.”
I’ve been killing it out there and winning races. I think I will upgrade right now to a Cat 2.
- Oh, I’m sorry. But you can’t do that. You need to go through OBRA. Just email them and they determine whether you can be upgraded. You can self-select any of the lower categories.

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Weekly CX Clinic:

Hosted by Special Blend Gravel, and coaches Serena Bishop Gordon, Tina Brubakers and Janel Spilker.

In conjunction with the Horner Cycling Foundation Thrilla CX Series

Join us for 45 minutes of skills and strategy before your race, and then put your new skills straight to work during the race.

This no-cost crit clinic will be held prior to the Horner Cycling Foundation Thrilla CX Series races, Wednesday, September 10, 17, 24 and Oct 1. We will start with the basics of CX and progress each week with additional skills and techniques.

Participants must register for the race and sign the race waiver before the clinic.

Details:

4:00 – 5:00 pm

The Athletic Club of Bend
61615 Athletic Club Drive
Bend, OR 97703

September 10th
September 17th
September 24th
October 1st

More Info:

Cyclocross is the sport of racing bicycles over rough terrain that usually requires carrying the bicycle over obstacles.

Cross bikes are not required. Helmets required.

OBRA 1-day membership or Annual membership required. You can purchase at the race or at obra.org

Online Registration: www.obra.org

Online Reg closes at noon on every race day.

Day of Registration: 3:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m. (must register no

later than 15 minutes before your race start).

Pre-Ride: 3:30 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

The Course:

It’s a lap around the Athletic Club of Bend, clockwise. Each lap is 2 miles. You complete as many laps as you can in 30 minutes or 45 minutes, depending on which race you sign up for. The course is mostly single-track, loose dirt, 2 barriers, sand pit (sometimes mud pit), a little pavement and a few steep climbs. It’s a perfect course for any rider whether you are a first timer or a pro.