Event organizers are also excited to announce the addition of a new event, the Shimano Boulder Mountain Fox Trot 50K, an entirely new cross-country mountain bike race and course, to the schedule of events on June 28. "We're excited to announce the addition of a cross-country race to the festival lineup," expressed Event Director Seth Delorey. "This rugged race will really help showcase a larger selection of the local trails and show why Sun Valley is a world-class mountain bike destination."
Pending final U.S. Forrest Service approval, this unique race is planned to be held on a 32-mile point-to-point course with 4,200 feet of total climbing including some of the area's best trails in the Sawtooth National Recreational Area and the U.S. Forest Service Ketchum Ranger District. Dramatic vistas accompany burning legs and lungs as racers pedal some of Sun Valley's top mountain bike trails adjacent to downtown Ketchum.
Organizers are also pleased to announce Cox Communications as the official media and timing sponsor of the Ride Sun Valley Bike Festival. During the race, athletes and spectators may view live timing on ItsYourRace.com or the Its Your Race App. The race is followed by the Finish Party at the Ride Sun Valley Expo Area in downtown Ketchum. The party will include live music, catering, a great raffle and awards.
To register or view the full schedule of events, visit RideSunValley.com.
Photos: © Mike Schirf / MSI
Source: http://www.ridesunvalley.com
