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.
by admin | Aug 11, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
The Fernie Enduro route has been confirmed. The event will be staged in Cedar Valley from the Island Lake Lodge parking lot. The three descents will include Verboten, Slunt/Brokenbak and Project 9 for a total of 21.3 kms of riding and 1,194 meters of climbing and descending.
The event will be a pure enduro with descent times only, this is not a cross country race however our timers will be prepared for fast riders. Timing cut off times will be announced at registration and will accommodate slower riders. Heading to town for lunch will not be an option. Aid stations will be open throughout the day.
Descent 1: Verboten
From the Island Lake Lodge parking lot follow Cedar Valley Road and access Gorby Trail by the Lizard Creek Bridge. Climb Gorby and turn right on Red Tree Road and follow to Verboten. Timed top to bottom. Climb time 30 to 60 min.
Descent 2: Slunt/Brokenback
From Verboten return to Cedar Valley Road via Gorby. Climb Stove to Mushroom to Lactic to the Stupid Traverse. Timing begins at the top of Slunt to Brokenback and ends at Motorhead road. Climb time 45 to 90 min.
Descent 3: Project 9
Follow Cedar Valley Road to Lazy Lizard to Project 9 jeep road. Timing starts at the Project 9 downhill and ends at the powerline. Climb time 40 to 80 min.
Total expected time: 3 to 6 hours
Registration will be open at the Park Place Lodge on Friday August 22nd from 5pm until 8pm. All event details including maps will be available.
Late Package pickup
Those already registered can pick up their race kits at the race start between 8am and 830am. Bring a $5 bill for your day insurance if you don’t have a Cycling BC or ACA race card.
The Enduro starts at 9am on August 23rd from the Island Lake Lodge parking lot, check in is mandatory. Parking is available.
The banquet/awards is being held at the Fernie Golf and Country Club Restaurant at 6pm.
Here is the route, email fts@fernie.com for the gpx files.
Click here for detailed Stava information.
Categories / Awards:
Under 19 Men
Under 19 Women
Open Men
Open Women
40+ Men
40+ Women
There will be prizes for the top 3 in each category along with spot prizes from some of Fernie’s biggest supporters.
Pricing?
Price: $135 (Online registration closes Aug 20, registration available at Park Place Lodge)
Fernie Mountain Bike Club and Fernie Flyers Cycling members receive a 20% discount, email fts@fernie.com for the discount code.
What is included in my entry fee?
• One day of riding in beautiful Fernie
• One Fernie Enduro freeride jersey
• 2 fully stocked checkpoints
• Electronic timing and manual back up
• First aid on site
• Awards BBQ and prizing
* Beverages from Fernie Brewing Co.
Online Registration:
Please click here for online registration.
by admin | Jul 15, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
With preparations for the 2nd annual Fernie Enduro underway we’ll be selecting and fine tuning the planned descents in the coming days.
Roots Hyper Extension on Castle Mountain is riding very well and will be technical and long. The 3.0 kilometer and 400 meter descent will be timed from the toip to the absolute bottom and have no uphills.
Roots Hyper Extension
Slunt to Brokenback Ridge, Mount Fernie’s highest trail, is also riding very well and is will be included in this years event. The 3.3 kilometer and 500 meter descent will be a definite favourite and perhaps the Queen descent. There are a couple of sections that will require a few of pedal strokes otherwise it is technical and flowy with an abundance of Mitchy berms.
http://www.strava.com/activities/163102329
Later today I will be riding Big Money with Martin Vale to make a final assessment on the 3rd descent. There are plans for a rebuild of Big Money by Fernie’s Backcountry Experts however work has not begun, so most likely we will be selecting another trail for the final descent. Fortunately we have several epic options to replace Big Money including Project 9, Red Sonya, Verboten, Deer Trail, Hedonism, and others. What is your suggestion?
Registration is open, step up to Fernie’s epic descents and ride the Fernie Enduro.
by admin | Jul 10, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
The Intense Fernie 3 would like to extend a huge thank you to all the participants, sponsors and volunteers that made the event possible and a success. Over 300 participants braved the spring weather and rode their best in and around Fernie. Our sponsors were a collection of the best that engaged the event and made it spectacular. And the volunteers were there every day with a commitment that was admirable.
A special thanks to our title sponsor, iconic American mountain bike brand Intense Cycles USA (through their Canadian distributor, Outdoor Gear Canada), for their generous support. Intense Cycles USA demoed a fleet of bikes, provided excellent prizing and donated a Tracer 275 bike frame that was raffled off to a lucky winner by the Fernie Mountain Bike Club. Andrew Robinson from Calgary took home the prize and was ecstatic he had won – “This gives me a good excuse to come back and ride in Fernie! I really enjoyed the race, had a great time.”
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
Extended gratitude to: Montane Fernie – building local trails and community, and Smith Sport Optics – continuing to set the standard for high performance optics. These sponsors contributed significantly to the success of the event.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
TinHorn Creek Winery, Fernie Brewing Company and Camelbak are to thank for their contributions to prizing for the fastest racers. The top three participants in each category took home a Camelbak each, a bottle of fine TinHorn Creek Merlot or Pinot Grigio, and a six-pack of FBC’s popular Project 9 Pils. The top two contestants each took home a pair of Smith Optics Overdrive or V2 sunglasses.
Teck Coal Ltd supported the U16 and U13 XC race, the first in Fernie, and it was an epic success. All the participants went home wearing a Fernie 3 jersey and a new Camelbak.
Straight Line Bicycle, the Fernie Chamber, the Fernie Fire Hall and the Fernie Heritage Library were key to The Kids Bike Rally; a massive success which had 150 participants. The young cyclists were supplied with Teck packs that included a t-shirt, bike safety guide and light-up spoke decals.
Hammer Nutrition fueled riders throughout the weekend with its diverse line of products. Everything from Heed sports drink, energy bars, gel packets to recoverite were provided to keep energy high and assist participants to perform their best.
Thanks to sponsors The Fernie Hotel, The Bridge Bistro, Extra Foods, The Free Press, and the Fernie Heritage Library for their roles in the event.
Much appreciation to the lodging companies that ensured all riders had a comfortable stay and experienced true Fernie Hospitality. Included were Park Place Lodge, the Griz Inn, Stanford Inn & Resorts, Red Tree Lodge and Fernie Central Reservations.
Partnerships with the City of Fernie, Tourism Fernie, Fernie Alpine Resort, Fernie Trails Alliance and Island Lake Lodge were greatly appreciated and ensured the events success.
Planning is already underway for next year, feel welcome to contact the organizers if you would like to participate. fts@fernie.com
Raven Eye Photography took rider pictures on all stages and to view them click here. Enter your plate number to locate photos directly.
Also there is a gallery of “unknown racer” photos where the plate number was not visible, to search the unknown gallery click here.
See you next year!
by admin2 | Jun 30, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
The final leg of the Intense Fernie 3 wrapped up with the warmest day yet. Racers took their post once again for the 9am start, this time in the plaza of Fernie Alpine Resort. Being the opening weekend of the resort, the location brought in a large quantity of people to enjoy a variety of biking activities. Participants proved their commitment to the race, giving it their all in the last segment of the long weekend.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
Unfortunately due to marking confusion, riders were led astray and the standings were thus discarded in the final counts. Ultimately, the day turned into a bonus ride per-say, still a great ride with ultimate sunny weather. To view the results for stage 3 vists Stage 3 Results. The Kelsey’s patio provided sunny post-ride refreshments, allowing riders and their families to take in the on-going excitement of the day.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
The weekend concluded with a delicious banquet and an awards ceremony at Corner Pocket. Here, particpants were able to relax and recount highlights of the weekend. Prizes were awarded to the race’s top participants in each category. Colin Kerr had the top overall time of the weekend while Shane Keyser came first in Men’s 30-39, Doug Krumpelman in 40-49 and Tim Brezsnyak in 50+. Sandra Walter was the fastest female participant and Kate Aardal was first in the women’s 40+ category. Fernie local success story, 17 year old Carter Niewesteeg, placed second in the 16-29 category and an astounding 20th overall. For a complete list of the standings click Fernie 3 Overall Standings or Fernie 3 Overall Category Results
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
The Intense Fernie 3 would like to thank our sponsors including Intense Cycles USA who is the title sponsor of the Fernie 3. Both Fernie and Intense are legendary mountain brands with deep roots in pedal powered mountain endurance sports. Other sponsors include Montane Fernie, Smith Optics, Hammer Nutrition, Camelbak, Fernie Brewing Company, TinHorn Creek Winery, Parastone Developments, The Bridge Bistro, The Griz Inn, Park Place Lodge, Fernie Central Reservations, The Cedars, Stanford Inn, Red Tree Lodge, The Free Press, the Fernie Heritage Library, Extra Foods, The Fernie Hotel, and Fernie.com. Our event partners include the Fernie Trails Alliance, Fernie Alpine Resort, Island Lake Lodge, Tourism Fernie Association, Fernie Flyers Cycling and the City of Fernie.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
To the outstanding medical team, all the amazing volunteers and of course, all the racers, thank you for contributing to a great weekend, hope to see you all next year for the two day event!
by admin2 | Jun 29, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
Blue skies and sunshine welcomed racers to the Stage 2 race this morning. With ideal riding weather, spirits seemed rejuvenated and the energy was high leaving the start line. The race began with a slow, controlled start behind the old Fernie fire truck then proceeded with a climb up Roots and Hyperventilation.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
Jack Viney provides a recap of the ride:
“The beginning climb would be the last of the drier riding for the day as racers picked lines through the tricky steeps back down the other side. The wet weather riders stood out from the pack, putting time on others who we more cautious or bruised from a fall on stage one.
Although muddy, the first decent was still fast and fun, with plenty of sections to open up and really dig into the decent. An open road climb followed and the front pack settled into a fast rhythm which carried them to the top of another technical decent and through to the Ridgemont singletrack.
Another long climb faced the racers, however, this one allowed for some time to spin the legs with multiple switchbacks. Great trail design meant elevation was gained more easily than first climb. As the front end of the group pushed further away from the main field, racers enjoyed more of Ridgemont’s finest. Wet and rooted in sections meant everyone had to be on their game.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
To close out the middle section of Stage Two, riders were tasked with the rolling and tight trail called Kush, one of many local’s favorites. Once out of the forest and onto some more open double track it was time to spin the legs out and hammer down to the start of Coal Discovery Trail. The trail head was the spin around point, flowy and fast at first, then more technical and wooded. Some riders used this long last section of the stage to gain time on rivals or at least blew up trying!”
Standings remained relatively consistent from the first day with Colin Kerr of Bowen Island once again taking the lead at 2:10:23 and Sandra Walter finishing first in the women’s category again at 2:20:56. Doug Krumpelman from Hayden, ID (4th yesterday) came in second overall at 2:12:27 while Shane Keyser from Calgary (2nd yesterday) came third at 2:12:47. Fernie local Carter Niewesteeg came second in his category at 2:25:26. Times took a wider spread today with a more challenging track, wrapping up around 2:30pm. For a complete list of standings, click Stage Two Results
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
The 8th Annual Kids Bike Rally, a town favourite, also commenced this morning shortly after the Stage 2 race. The sport’s littlest riders could be seen pedalling their hearts out downtown, in tow with fluorescent swag back packs and balloons attached to their bikes. Each participant received a race plate and report card to get stamped at several checkpoints. This year reached an incredible turn-out rate of over 100 kids. Bouncy castles and a clown were also present to cater to kid’s entertainment.
Riders will be resting up for tomorrow’s race at the ski hill which is said to be the “gnarly-ist” yet most thrilling ride of the set. Stage 3 commences at 9am from the plaza at Fernie Alpine Resort.
Photo Credit: Raven Eye Photography
Stay tuned tomorrow for further recap and more pictures of Day 3.
The Intense Fernie 3 would like to thank our sponsors including Intense Cycles USA who is the title sponsor of the Fernie 3. Both Fernie and Intense are legendary mountain brands with deep roots in pedal powered mountain endurance sports. Other sponsors include Montane Fernie, Smith Optics, Hammer Nutrition, Camelbak, Fernie Brewing Company, TinHorn Creek Winery, Parastone Developments, The Bridge Bistro, The Griz Inn, Park Place Lodge, Fernie Central Reservations, The Cedars, Stanford Inn, Red Tree Lodge, The Free Press, the Fernie Heritage Library, Extra Foods, The Fernie Hotel, and Fernie.com. Our event partners include the Fernie Trails Alliance, Fernie Alpine Resort, Island Lake Lodge, Tourism Fernie Association, Fernie Flyers Cycling and the City of Fernie.
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