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The 14th Annual Swank 65

Cove Creek Campground

Sunday, November 11, 2012 @ 10:00 AM

 

Date

Start: Sunday, November 11, 2012 @ 10:00 AM

Additional Date Information

Mandatory Race Meeting at 9:45AM

Address

Cove Creek Campground
Pisgah Forest, NC

Fees

$120 Until September 28, $140 Until October 19, $160 Until November 9

Brief Description

The Swank 65 Mountain Bike Journey is mountain bike racing at its most primeval, far removed from civilization and polluted air. The race begins at 2500 feet, and consists of a triad of cloverleaf shaped loops winding around Gloucester Gap. Rolling over rugged mining roads, fun single track, tough climbs and hell-raising descents, the exhilarating course will test your skills and desire as you explore the devilish terrain of the Pisgah National Forest.

Refund Policy

No Refunds
We do not carryover entries to another year
Transfer to another person $30 - until October 26
Transfer to another person $60 - until November 9
All transfers must be received by Friday, November 2
No Race Day Transfers
We are not responsible for missing drop bags

Registration Pick Up

Registration packet pickup begins at 8am. Early packet pickup Saturday from 4-8pm.

Categories

Open Men
Open Women

Amenities

Time clock, Awesome Rest Stops, Beer at Finish with Homestyle Burger Cookout, Well Marked Route, Restrooms, Wicked NC Singletrack, Super Sweet TShirt

Rest Stops

There are 3 rest stops approximately every 10 miles on the course. You may shuttle anything you want to any of the 3 rest stops on the course. Have your personal items labeled and bagged up to drop on the rest stop tarps by 9:30 am. Rest stops are stocked with H20, Heed Energy Drink, Power Bars and assorted snacks, fruits, PB&J sandwiches, and encouragement from our rest stop personnel! First Aid will be at every rest area and Start/Finish area. Restroom facilities are also at Start/Finish.

Camping

Free camping will be available in the peaceful cove around the Start/Finish area of Lower and Upper Cove Creek group campground Saturday and Sunday nights. There is one large fire ring. No personal fires at campsites. Cooking flames o.k. Please let us know if you will be camping.

Weather

Weather mid November in the forest is generally 40-50 degrees around race time and can either warm up to the 60’s or drop in the low 40’s. Riders saw snowflakes in 2002. Be prepared for all conditions!

Injuries

Have no illusions you can escape some type of injury on Pisgah's rough terrain. Whether in be an abrasion or a mental breakdown, everyone suffers in one way or another! First Aid will be available at every Rest Stop and the Finish.

Parking

Parking is limited due to rules governing parking in Pisgah’s group campgrounds. We strongly encourage carpooling.

Directions

From the entrance of Pisgah Forest at the corner of US 64 and Hwy 276/280 go north on Hwy 276. After 4.5 miles, take a left onto F.S. Rd. (475-A). Travel 475-A for 3 miles, Cove Creek group campground on right.

Map

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