Mountain Biking
Hood River, OR and its surrounding area is home to some of the most varied and spectacular natural terrain for mountain biking in North America. Although known worldwide for its windsurfing conditions, this area is quickly becoming a top mountain bike destination and home of the Gorge Games mountain biking events. This year’s events will be held on July 18th and 19th.

Super D
The Super D race will be held in the Post Canyon area of Hood River, OR, which encompasses over 3,000 feet of vertical descent. Solid bike handling skills are a must for there will be rocky sections and steep terrain. Super D consists of riders racing one at a time against the clock. The rider with the fastest time wins or advances to the next round. Racers will start at regular, predetermined start times and compete against others in their class and category. There are a few sections of climbing so use the appropriate bike. Downhill, enduro, and cross-country style bikes with 5” – 7” travel are recommended. Categories will consist of OBRA sanctioned junior male/female, sport male/female, expert male/female, pro male/female, and masters male/female. Practice runs are available for all competitors leading up to the race (please see map on our website for directions). Riders are responsible for shuttling or getting to the top prior to race day. We will provide free transportation to the starting line on race day, as well as back to the athlete parking area.

Super D Course Map
Post Canyon Overview Map
Directions to Super D Athlete Parking

Short Track Cross Country Race (STXC)
The short track cross country race will be held in and around the Hood River Skate Park. This event is a shortened cross-country style race, designed to be spectator friendly and easily televised. The course is 100% rideable regardless of terrain and weather conditions. It is a multiple lap race with lap times not less than 5 minutes for the fastest riders. Race duration is usually 30 minutes depending on abilities and categories. Cross country mountain bikes are recommended for this event, as there will be sections with single-track and small climbs. Categories will consist of OBRA sanctioned junior male/female, sport male/female, expert male/female, pro male/female, and masters male/female. Practice runs are available for all competitors leading up to the race (please see map on our website for directions).

STXC Course Map

FAQs

All participants will receive a Gorge Games technical tee shirt, athlete’s appreciation bag, athlete’s pass to Adventure Village , Athletes Village , all Gorge Games sporting venues and all Community events. Not to mention an experience you’ll always remember!

contact

Sport Director:
 Jake Felt
Phone : 541 993-9092

Director of Sales & Marketing:
 Brandon Ontiveros
Email : brandon@gorgegames.net
Phone : 503 502-4531

Calendar of events

Super D Race
Date/Time: Saturday, July 19th, 9:00am
Location: Post Canyon – Hood River, OR
Registration Fees: $35.00

Short Track Cross Country Race (STXC)
Date/Time: Friday, July 18th, 9:00am
Location: Hood River Skate Park
Registration Fees: $35.00

Important Registration Information & Start Times
On-line registration ends July 16th for both mountain biking events! Registration packets will be available for pick up the day before each event in Adventure Village. Start times will be posted at the starting line of each venue at 8:30 a.m. DON’T BE LATE – NO EXCEPTIONS!

For the Super D race we encourage athletes to park or get dropped off at our designated parking area (please see map on our website for directions) and we’ll then transport everyone to the starting line. We will also have a coat/bag check-in area at the starting line for riders using our transportation & bike shuttle system. Please use it! After completing the Super D course, transportation and bike shuttles will continuously run from the finish line to start line/parking area. Entertainment will be at both the start and finish lines, so you’re welcome to hang out at either location.

Event Registration
You can register for this event from the main Gorge Games registration site or from the Cycling registration site.



Sponsorship Policy
Gorge Games, LLC has strict a guideline athlete/sponsor policy. Please review the policy for further information.

The Gorge Games is proud to work in conjunction with these State and County organizations to ensure a safe and fun event.


Camping
For camping information, please contact us at athletesvillage@gorgegames.net.

Travel
To assist with your travel needs we’ve partnered with Cascade Travel --- a one stop shop for all of your travel needs. Cascade Travel has a complete inventory of rooms, bed and breakfast accommodations, motels, campgrounds and more. So, whether you’re an athlete, participant, spectator, volunteer, or partner of the Gorge Games -- Cascade Travel can assist your travel needs and no one has more accommodations available than Cascade Travel and that includes the national internet-based travel services.

Cascade Travel can assist with rental cars, campgrounds, wine tours, restaurant guides, recreational activities, or anything vacation-oriented.

Please contact:

Cascade Travel
409 Oak Street, Hood River , OR 97031
Toll Free: 1-800-426-4981
Local: 541-386-6800
Fax: 541-386-4899
Email: cindy@cascadetvl.com

 

This event is being powered by 100% renewable (wind) energy.