Ride the Dirt Wave 

Klootchy Creek ~ Whiskey Run ~ Newport

EVENT FAQ’s:

Flow Duro Challenge Race Categories

Description:  

Flow Duro Challenge: Where Enduro Meets Fun!

Get ready for the Flow Duro Challenge – the ultimate mountain biking event that blends the thrill of Enduro with a fun, community-focused vibe! This exciting race is designed to test your skills, stamina, and love for the ride, all while bringing mountain bikers together for an unforgettable experience.

We’ve selected the best trails at each location to create unique courses that will challenge and inspire riders of all levels. With each event offering its own flair, you’ll enjoy a fresh adventure at every stop.

Here’s how it works:

  • Compete individually in age and class divisions.
  • Take on two timed runs on the designated trail—your best time counts.
  • Points are awarded to the top 10 overall finishers at each event.

Points will accumulate across all three races in 2025, and final standings will be posted on the OBRA website. To be eligible for the “Champion of the Dirt Wave” title, you must race in all three events, with the champion crowned after the final race in Newport.

Important Details:

  • Limited to 100 riders per event, so don’t wait to sign up!
  • Each race promises a unique blend of community, competition, and coastal vibes.

Saddle up, hit the trails, and let’s make 2025 the best Dirt Wave season yet!

Points: The top ten men & women at each series event (Overall Winners), on a traditional mountain bike and on an e-bike will receive points respectively towards the series total. A category distinction of Cat 1 (Expert) or Cat 2 (Sport) does not factor into series points, nor does age. 

* Participants must compete in all three series events to be eligible for end-of-series championship awards.

Earning Points:

1st –   100 points
2nd –  80 points
3rd –   60 points 
4th –   50 points  
5th –   40 points 
6th –   35 points
7th –   30 points
8th –   25 points
9th –   20 points
10th – 15 points

Category Descriptions:

Please read the following descriptions to determine what category is most appropriate for you.  We advise you to look at the trail forks information for each of the races as all differ in difficulty, length, elevation, and terrain.

Cat 1 (Expert) riders are highly skilled and comfortable with a wide range of obstacles encountered on a trail, including steep and loose terrain and technical rock gardens. They can navigate most trail features confidently including black diamond trails that may have jump lines and larger obstacles.

Cat 2 (Sport) riders possess the ability to handle technical terrain, smaller jumps and drops, and are skilled at cornering. They are capable of completing most trails without stopping to walk a section, but may choose to go around larger jumps or drops. While some may have racing experience, it is not a requirement for a sport rider.

Categories: Categories may be combined if less than 5 people sign up for a given group.

Cat 1 (Expert): Men – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
Women – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18

Cat 2 (Sport):   Men – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
Women – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18

Categories – Categories may be combined if less than 5 people sign up for a given group.

Cat 1 (Expert): Men – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
Women – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18

Cat 2 (Sport):   Men – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
Women – 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18

E-bike requirements – Only Class 1 E-bikes are allowed at this event (both Saturday & Sunday).  Class 1 E-bikes are pedal assist only.  No throttles are allowed.

E-bikes will be in their own class.  No age categories:

Cat 1 (Expert): Men & Women
Cat 2 (Sport): Men & Women.   

Prizes & awards – 1st – 3rd place will be recognized on the podium at each race.  Awards & prizes will be given at the final Championship to the top winners of the series overall.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:

If You Need to Cancel:

  • We encourage participants to opt for “purchase protection” during registration. This optional coverage provides a way to safeguard your investment in the event.
  • If you do not purchase protection, we do not offer cash refunds for cancellations.

Transfer Option:

  • Cancellations made at least 14 days before the event can transfer their registration to one of the remaining event dates in 2025. No transfers are allowed within 14 days of the event.

If We Need to Cancel:

  • In the unlikely event we need to cancel the event due to COVID-19, fires, acts of God, smoke, natural disasters, or other force majeure events or any issues out of our control:
    • If cancellation occurs 14 or more days before the event, we will offer a transfer to another event date in 2025.
    • If cancellation occurs within 7 days of the event or if it is the final event of the season, we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers. This is due to expenses that must be covered regardless of whether the event occurs, including permits, insurance, third-party vendor commitments, registration processing fees, and other administrative costs.