The Horner Cycling Foundation is excited to announce that they will run the Thrilla Cyclocross Series at the Athletic Club of Bend on Thursdays in September. The series will begin September 7th and end on the 28th. Register at www.obra.org.
Cyclocross is the sport of racing bicycles over rough terrain that usually requires carrying the bicycle over obstacles. Cyclocross bikes are not required but encouraged. The course is a lap around the Athletic Club of Bend, clockwise. Each lap is close to 2 miles. Racers complete as many laps as they can in 30 or 45 minutes, depending on which race they sign up for. The course is mostly single-track, loose dirt, 2 barriers, sand pit (sometimes mud pit), a little pavement and a few steep climbs. It’s a perfect course for any rider whether you are a first timer or a pro.
There will be no entry fees charged for participation in individual races or the series, however, participants and spectators are encouraged to donate to assist with covering the cost of the event, in lieu of race entry fees. Everyone will still need to register through OBRA or day of. The Horner Cycling Foundation’s mission is to make their cycling program and events accessible to all households and participants, regardless of a participant’s ability to pay. All donations will be used to cover expenses related to the event, with any additional funds used to fund on- going programs and events with the Horner Cycling Foundation.
Additionally, a limited number of cyclocross bikes will be available through the HCF bike library for participants needing a bike to use at the event, at no charge. More information can be found at www.hornercyclingfoundation.org. OBRA Membership is required. OBRA single race memberships and annual OBRA membership are available online and at the race.
Register online at OBRA.org by 12:00 p.m. every race day. Day of registration begins at 3:30 p.m. at the Athletic Club of Bend, under the OBRA tent.
New this year: A juniors only race for ages 9-11 years old every race day at 4:30 p.m. on a modified course. Approx. 20 minutes. Pre-ride will start back up after their race is complete around 4:50 p.m.
Sponsored by Horner Law, LLP, Athletic Club of Bend, Elliott Racing, Ryan McGlone Properties, Masters of Dentistry, Woodhill Homes, Ace Window Tinting, Deschutes Brewery, WebCyclery and Bowen Sports Performance.
