by admin | Jul 1, 2016 | Fernie TransRockies
The 3rd annual Fernie 3 started today at beautiful Island Lake Lodge with excellent riding conditions and a great kick off to Canada Day! Descending the Lazy Lizard trail from Island Lake started the day followed by three other epic single track descents in the Fernie Mountain Park area. Riders were competing in the one day race and day one of the three day stage race.
The top male finisher was Kevin Calhoun of North Vancouver riding for Rocky Mountain with a time of 2:19:10.9 and the top woman was Jean Ann Berkenpas of Valemount riding for Team Giant Vancouver with a time of 2:41:50.0.
Fernie riders did well with Martin Vale finishing second and Talon Vale, his 15-year-old son, finished tenth in the men’s open.
Fernie women, Nicole Knauf and Ashley Taylor, finished sixth and ninth in the women’s open category. For XC result details click here.
New this year, the Fernie 3 offers timed descents on the days longest downhill. Fernie riders did well with JF Deslauriers finished second in men’s and Nicole Knauf finished 3rd in women’s categories. For timed descent results click here.
The racers finished at The Cedars and awards were presented by Mark Hall of Gearhub Sports.
Stage 2 begins tomorrow at 9am at the Fernie Aquatic Centre. Riders will be enjoying Montane, Castle Mountain and Ridgemont single-track.
Tomorrow is a day for youth to be involved and ride their bikes! The 10 Annual Kids’ Bike Rally for 3 to 9 year olds starts at Gearhub Sports tomorrow between 10am and noon. Entry is free at Gearhub, sign up now. At 2pm the U13 and U16 year olds race the kid friendly Montane Trail.
The Avalanche City Roller girls will be hosting a beverage gardens from 11am to 4pm. So drop by the Aquatic Centre tomorrow and support the riders and rollers!
The event is organized by the Fernie Transrockies Society and raises monies for local trail associations and clubs.
A big thanks to our sponsor who help make this event happen, including: Gearhub Sports, Fernie Real Estate, Rocky Mountain, Ryders Eyewear, Hammer Nutrition, Jakroo Canada, Fernie Brewing Company, Tinhorn Creek Winery, The Cedars, Teck, The Bridge Bistro, Montane Fernie, Park Place Lodge, The Griz Inn, Fernie Central Reservations, Happy Cow, Fernie Alpine Resort, and Island Lake Lodge.
by admin | Jun 13, 2016 | Fernie TransRockies
Please see the 2016 Fernie 3 Event Map, Stage Descriptions and Stage Maps in this post. All of this information will be available in a printed Event Guide at registration, however we’re certain you’re anxious to see what we have planned for you!
We always make a huge effort to create unique stage routes and have trails and routes that have previously not been raced. Hosting two stages in the Park area allows us to race Island Lake Lodges popular Lazy Lizard and P9, and Fernie Alpine Resorts Mr Berms and Duff Dynasty. With only one race day in the Montane/Castle/Ridgemont area, we get to select the best trails. And once again, this years race was designed by local racers for you to enjoy!
The Event Schedule has been posted on the Schedule page for viewing and downloading. Please note the change in Stage 1 & 3 Start and Finish locations. This accommodate our new awards and party venue, the Rusty Edge. The banquet will be an afternoon deck party with food and beverages, followed by the awards. This new schedule will allow travelers to attend the awards and be home at a decent time.
This years U13 and U16 routes will be on the Montane Trails as detailed here:
The 10th Annual Kids’Bike Rally is returning for 3 to 9 year olds, and is free and fun, read more here!.
Download Stage Descriptions here: Fernie 3 2016 Stage Descriptions
by admin | May 17, 2016 | Fernie TransRockies
The organizers are very happy to be working with Jakroo Canada, their quality and attention to detail is unsurpassed and design makes us look good. Thank you Ron and John!
Everyone participating in the Fernie 3 one day and three day categories will receive a jeresy, retail value of $120.
The U13 and U16 race categories will be receiving a freeride jersey from Giv’er Shirtworks, Fernie’s screen printing and embroidery specialists. Thanks you Erin and Kieran!
Registration is open, do it now!
by admin | Jan 8, 2016 | Fernie TransRockies
This coming summer mountain bike races abound in Fernie. The Fernie 3 mountain bike race is being held on July 1st to 3rd and the Singletrack 6 (ST6) will be hosting two stages on July 23 to 24th.
The Fernie 3 is an all-mountain three-day classic mountain bike stage race. This year’s Fernie 3 is being held on the Canada Day weekend, July 1 to 3rd. The Fernie 3 organizers work to offer events for all riders including a one-day option, U16 and the Kids’ Bike Rally for U9. In 2015 the Fernie 3 raised $8000 for trails and generated over $200,000 in economic benefit for the community.
The ST6 is the recreation and rebranding of the TransRockies Challenge, an event that Fernie hosted for 12 consecutive years and some people credit for placing Fernie on the world mountain bike stage. The ST6 is a 6 day adventure showcasing the best riding in a variety of mountain bike communities. The 1st ST6 toured the Northern Rockies with stages in Canmore, Invermere, Golden and Revelstoke. This past summer the ST6 visited Salmon Arm, Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton. The 2016 ST6 will leave Fernie and continue on in the Kootenays with stages in Cranbrook, Kimberley and finish in Golden.
The Fernie TransRockies Society (FTS) organizes the Fernie 3 and will also be helping organize the Fernie’s involvement in the ST6. The FTA was formed in 2002 to support Fernie’s involvement with the TransRockies Challenge and worked on all of the events. The FTS is a group of local riders whose goal is to help develop Fernie’s destination mountain biking. They achieve this by hosting events that raise monies to support trial maintenance and development, develop local racers and inspire youth, and promote Fernie as mountain biking destination. “It’s great to have two great events in Fernie, the ST6 brings international riders and a high caliber of racing and the Fernie 3 has something for everyone” stated Dan Savage, FTS Director.
The FTS looks forward to working with the events supporters and community stakeholders in coming months to help make these events a success for everyone.
by admin | Sep 8, 2015 | Fernie TransRockies
Fernie 3 registration is open!
The 2016 Fernie 3 offers a 3 day all-mountain stage race with a 1 day race option, and a U13 and U16 kids’ race.
The Fernie 3 will cater to new and old riders, and gnarled veterans alike, with focus on fun and the best singletrack stages ever, followed by classic Fernie hospitality.
All stages are in Fernie, no driving required. Sit back and enjoy a very cool mountain bike town and take in the community Canada Day celebrations.
The 2015 Fernie 3 raised $8000 for local trails organizations and supported local businesses.
Distances each day moderate with an average of 32 km per day. The climbs will be challenging with the goal of providing you with the best singletrack anywhere with epic downhills. The timed descents will be held on the days epic descent.
The popular 1 day category is returning again and is for riders looking for an easier commitment with all the perks.
We will be hosting the U13 and U16 one day races on Saturday July 2 following the Adult race.
The Kids’ Bike Rally return for it’s tenth year on Saturday July 2 =from 10am to noon. Registration at Gear Hub.
Dates:
3 Day: July 1 – July 3
1 Day: July 1
U13 & U16: July 2
2016 3 Day pricing*:
Spring: March 1 to June 30, 2016 – $449
2016 1 Day pricing*:
Spring: March 1 to June 30, 2016 – $229
2016 U13 & U16 pricing*:
Spring: $45
* Fees do not include processing
Fernie 3 Package Details:
We are focused on your riding experience by providing the highest percentage of singletrack of any stage race combined with the best value. The Fernie 3 comes with the support of Fernie’s great eateries, lodging, and a vibrant downtown—ready to offer you plenty of comfort and convenience at the end of a great ride.
Adult participants receive the following:
• Endless singletrack on trails built by mountain bikers for mountain biking
• A superior designed course that is professionally marked
• A Fernie 3 race jersey*
• A Fernie 3 freeride jersey*
• Professional timing
• Fernie Hospitality
*Registrations after June 10th might not receive the desired sized jersey
U13 & U16 participants receive the following:
• An age appropriate single track race course
• A Fernie 3 freeride jersey
• Professional timing
• Awards ceremony with prizing at finish
• Food and beverage at the finish
Support on course:
• Aid Stations each day supported by Hammer Nutrition
• Course Marshals to keep you on course
• A professional Medical Team ready to respond
• Communication and Safety plans
Support off course:
• Teck support by Rocky Mountain Bikes & Gearhub Sports
• Daily Finish Line refreshments and snacks from local businesses
• Medical Support
• Bike Wash/lube Station
• Friendly Fernie crew to look after you
Awards:
• Day 1 Awards & Yellow Jersey presentation at the Finish Line
• Day 2 U13 & U16 awards and Yellow Jersey presentation at the Finish Line
• Final Awards Celebration and Banquet
Accommodation packages:
• Local accommodation partners are offering preferred rates to participants. These partners are guaranteed mountain bike friendly!
Sanctioning and Insurance:
This event is sanctioned and insured with Cycling BC. To compete in the Fernie 3 riders must have a valid race license or purchase a $10 event license at Fernie 3 registration. U13 & U16 insurance is $5. Out of country riders must have proof of Travel Health Insurance.
Cancellations, Deferrals and Substitutions:
We understand that unforeseen circumstances can prevent you from participating. While we can’t refund your entry fee, we offer a one-time deferral of registration to the following event year. We do allow substitutions subject to a $25 administration fee.
Deferrals and Substitutions requests must be submitted in writing prior to the event.
For more information contact us at: fts@fernie.com
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