Two years in the planning, the Pinnacle Bike Championship has been devised as a means of opening up the visual access to one of the world’s most dangerous sports for greater spectator satisfaction, with 100% of the course raced over open slopes designed to push the limits of the riders’ abilities and equipment to the very limits. Among the world’s elite downhill racers already confirmed to participate in the inaugural event are the likes of Manon Carpenter, Sam Dale, Matt Simmonds, Mick Hannah, Fabien Cousinie and more.
the final preparations of the course get underway
Event Founder, Mark Rodgers, comments “We wanted to create a spectacular race that would entertain bike fans like nothing out there, and showcase the talents of the riders in a head-to-head format. These world-class athletes are skilled bike handlers who, with the advanced technology of their equipment, have the ability to blow people away. With the world's best riders set to race, Pinnacle is an event no one will want to miss.”
finish
The first-ever Pinnacle Bike Championship race, created through close cooperation with the US Forest Service, will take place at Waterville Valley Resort in the heart of White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire, USA on 19 & 20 September. The course built on the face of Mt.Tecumseh, a 4,000 foot peak will test riders descending from 3,400 feet start to 1,840 feet finish.
Course Length: 1.25 miles
Vertical Drop: 1,560 feet
Average Width: 25 feet
Estimated Time: under 3 minutes
For more information, visit the event's website. Photos: © Pinnacle Bike Champ, copyright applied.
Source: http://www.pinnaclechampionship.com
