by admin | Apr 15, 2015 | Fernie TransRockies
The Fernie TransRockies Society is very pleased to announce that Rocky Mountain Bicycles will be supporting the Fernie 3, the ultimate all-mountain three-day classic mountain bike stage race. Fernie is nested deep in the Rocky Mountains, it is a true Rocky Mountain Bicycle town. The Fernie 3 is being held on Fernie’s spectacular singletrack trails on the pre-Canada Day holiday weekend of June 27th to 29th and offers something for everyone.
The Fernie 3 will cater to all riders of all ages, both new and old, and gnarled veterans alike, with focus on fun and the best singletrack stages ever, followed by classic Fernie hospitality. The categories will feature the traditional three day stage race however will also include a one day solo, and a youth race for U12 and U16 year olds. The popular Kids’ Bike Rally will continue for its ninth year on Sunday, June 28th. Free for kids’ aged three to nine, the event is a fun and educational rally at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.
Fernie and Rocky Mountains Bicycles are legendary mountain brands with deep roots in pedal powered mountain endurance sports. “There could be no better bicycle associated with Fernie than Rocky Mountain,” said Dan Savage, Event Director. “We’re immensely pleased that they have brought their energy and experience to our event and we’re confident that they’ll help us offer our participants a better experience.”
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, in partnership with Gearhub Sports, will be offering technical support to the participants each day. “We’re very happy to be partnering Rocky Mountain Bicycles with GearHub and the Fernie 3,” said Bryan Anderson, Sales Manager of Rocky Mountain Bicycles. “Rocky Mountain Bicycles offers premium mountain bikes that are built for Fernie’s trails.” Rocky Mountain bicycles are available in Fernie at GearHub, Fernie’s favourite sports store. GearHub have 2015 Rocky Mountain Bicycles in store now.
Registration is open for the Fernie 3, register now to be part of this amazing event!
by admin | Sep 22, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
The 2014 Fernie 3 was a success on many fronts. Over 300 riders participated and the event raised monies for trails. The organizers carefully reviewed the participant survey feedback and the 2015 Fernie 3, a 3 day XC stage race, is scheduled for June 27 to 29, 2015–early bird registration is open!
A total of $6085 in cheques was presented to the following trail organizations for user trail fees and volunteer support as follows:
Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club, Ian Stokie: $2000
Fernie Trails Alliance, Pat Gilmar: $2085
Fernie Mountain Bike Club, Martin Spencer: $2000
Ian Stokie, PAt Gilmar, Dan Savage and Martin Spencer
The Fernie Mountain Bike Club also sold $530 worth of Raffle tickets and another $2000 in Memberships and T-shirts! Andrew Brown from Calgary won the Intense Tracer 275 frame, hand made at the Intense factory in Southern California. Andrew said, “I love riding in Fernie and look forward to returning to ride my new Intense!”
Dan Savage and Andrew Brown
Registration for the 2015 is open and riders can take advantage of the fantastic early bird pricing!
by admin | Aug 27, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
The Fernie Enduro images speak volumes about the fun and competition that was enjoyed on Saturday August 23rd! Thanks to Jack from Tourism Fernie for capturing the images.
by admin | Aug 23, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
The 2nd annual Fernie Enduro offered ideal trail conditions as a field of 100 riders descended some of Fernie best trails.
Nick Quinn on Project 9
Staged from Island Lake Lodges lower parking lot the riders rode Verboten, Slunt/Brokenback and Project 9 with dry and dust free trails in favourable cool weather conditions. Local participant Ryland Nelson said, “The trails are as close to perfect as they can be!”
With great trail conditions the riders posted extremely fast race times averaging over 60kmh on the descents. Top rider was Nick Quinn from Fernie with a time of 21:02.6. Other locals included Carter Nieuwesteeg who came second in the Under 19 mens category with a time of 23:10. Download the final results here: FERNIE ENDURO RESULTS
The results are also online at Webscorer.com
Mens Open
by admin | Aug 15, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
All members are advised that the 2014 Annual General Meeting of the Fernie TransRockies Society will be held on the 5th of September at the Bridge Bistro at 12 noon.
We would encourage all available members to attend the meeting so as we can gain thoughts/opinions from all aspects of the Fernie mountain bike racing and events community.
Find the agenda for the meeting below. See you there!
The Agenda for the meeting is to:
(i) to confirm the minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting and of any General Meeting held since the previous Annual General Meeting;
(ii) to receive from the Committee reports upon the transactions of the Society during the last preceding financial year;
(iii) to elect Officers of the Society and General Committee Members; and
(iv) to receive and consider the statement submitted by the Society in accordance with the Act.
The Annual General Meeting may also conduct any special business of which notice has been given in accordance with the Society’s Rules.
