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    Why is MTB racing dead?

    "And downhill killed it for good, where it has become yet another RedBull Extreme Sport for halfwits with short attention span." Downhill is for half wits and those with short attention spans? Not so! Try more like for those with focus and goals!
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    Why is MTB racing dead?

    Money may be the answer I think that in the past 10 years (since the decline of mountain biking) the majority of marketing, and money went into road cycling. With Lance winning all the Tours, big corporations jumping on-board, and obscene salaries to some, big money just influenced the public...
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    US/Canadian Open at Whiteface ~~ Online Registration Opens on July 1, 2012

    Sneak peak at the next press release for the US/Canadian Open at Whiteface: Both race organizers, the Whiteface Bike Park crew and Tuf Rack are now referring to this event as the big race, at the big mountain with the big money! And here is why: 01) The big race is on September 7 thru...
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    US/Canadian Open at Whiteface ~~ Online Registration Opens on July 1, 2012

    Race Course Preview: http://www.pinkbike.com/video/272516/
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    US/Canadian Open at Whiteface ~~ Online Registration Opens on July 1, 2012

    Cash Break Down: http://www.downhillmike.com/index.ph...=41&Itemid=354 Event Itinerary: http://www.downhillmike.com/index.ph...=46&Itemid=355
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    US/Canadian Open at Whiteface ~~ Online Registration Opens on July 1, 2012

    Online Registration Opens on Sunday July 1st. Field Limit of 500. Wilmington, New York & Whiteface Mountain will once again host the most talented downhill mountain bikers in North America! The Whiteface Mountain Bike Park operated by High Peaks Cyclery and Ontario's Tuf Rack have...
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    US/Canadian Open at Whiteface ~~ Online Registration Opens on July 1, 2012

    We are saddened to announce that we must postpone the US/Canadian Open at Whiteface, scheduled for September 7 through September 9. A new time and date will be determined. Since some of you may have planned to take this weekend off to come and ride with us, we would like to add some extra fun...
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    Wilmington/Whiteface Bike Fest is on June 14 thru June 17

    * Pro GRT DH race * Bike Fest Dual Slalom Race * Whiteface 100 (qualifier for the Leadville 100) * Whiteface Uphill Road Race * Kyle Ebbett & Friends Jump Jam * Wilmington's Best Calves Contest * Klunker Parade * Live Music
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    Thanks! Canfield Bros helped out with prizes again.
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    2-14-12 Reaper Madness Update: On site registration hours are: Friday February 17: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for Downhill, Open Chainless DH, Open DH & Super D. Saturday February 18: 9:00 am - 10:00 am for Super D. Saturday February 18: 9:00 am 0 4:00 pm for Downhill, Open Chainless DH &...
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    Save up to $35.00 off of the registration price News Release: Date: 1-17-12 Location: Bootleg Canyon Reaper Madness Registration Prices: Now until January 31 = $85.00 minus $20.00 from Active.com = $65.00! February 1 until February 12 = $90.00 On-Site Registration = $100.00 *...
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    News Release: Date: December 14, 2011 Occupy Boulder City, Nevada! Boulder City , Nevada will be rolling out the dirt carpet welcoming gravity mountain bike racers from all over for this Presidents Day weekend " Reaper Madness DH & SD " at the infamous Bootleg Canyon Mountain Bike...
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    Here is a trail map for the race: Not on the legend I Photo Shopped is red = dh and blue = x-c.
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    Bootleg Canyon is one the premier mountain biking destinations in the world. Located in Boulder City, Nevada just 20 minutes from Las Vegas. At Bootleg Canyon (home of Interbike Outdoor Demo) there are specific downhill and specific cross country trails. There is no fee, but All Mountain...
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    Reaper Madness Downhill @ Bootleg Canyon

    It's official! The next race at Bootleg Canyon will be the Reaper Madness DH. Online registration will open on November 1st. Watch for BIG savings for pre-registered racers. The course will be Armageddon to Reaper , and this race will be a USAC State/Regional Championship event. Meaning it will...