Rainbow Falls Mountain Bike Race

Great Falls, MT

Saturday, October 23, 2004

USA Cycling Permit # Pending

$300 Merchandise Prizes

RACE DESCRIPTION: The race course follows hard packed double and single track trails at the South Shore of the River' Edge trail. The course is 3.9 miles long over rolling hills and twisting trails. This is a FUN and moderately challenging course. Distances: Beginner - One Hour, Sport - 1.5 Hours, Expert - 2 Hours. Actual mileage and laps to be announced.

DIRECTIONS: Stage at the gate above the Rainbow Dam Overlook. Follow River Drive, until you come to Giant Springs Road, take Giant Springs Road past Lewis and Clark Interpretative Center and FWP Headquarters, continue on past overlooks to top of hill. Park along road at top of hill or in Rainbow Dam Overlook parking lot. Directions are shown below.. Registration opens at 9:45am. Racing will start at 10:30 am with a staggered start of all classes. Prize drawings, food and beverages after the race at the race site. MUD CANCELS EVENT.

MISCELLANEOUS: USA Cycling rules apply. One Day and Annual licenses will be available. Base registration fee is $8.00, plus $2.00 insurance surcharge, plus $5.00 One Day license fee if entrant doesn't have an annual license. Race day registration only. All ages and abilities are eligible to enter. Riders 17 years and younger must have parent sign a release form. Promoted by the Great Falls Bicycle Club. Call John Juras, (406) 761-7021 or e-mail johnjuras@sofast.net or Sherie Holtz, (406) 453-4608 or e-mail holtz@montana.com if you need more information.

TRAIL BUILDING FUND RAISER: Registration proceeds will be used for trail building and maintenance in the Great Falls area.