$500 will be split equally between the fastest Expert Rider in both the Men’s and Women’s categories at each event.
Saturday, August 3 & Sunday, August 4, 2024
Big Creek Trails, Newport, Oregon
Big Creek https://goo.gl/maps/V5vDYpFyqR51Ywnz7a
Trailforks: https://www.trailforks.com/region/big-creek-trails-27942/
ABOUT Newport Trails:
Get ready to blaze the trails at Big Creek, Newport’s newest mountain biking hotspot! These trails are a labor of love from the local bike club, NEWTS, and the City of Newport, offering riders a thrilling adventure right in their backyard.
Although it’s a smaller system, don’t underestimate the excitement it packs! Perfect for newcomers to explore, and for seasoned riders to push their limits – especially during the adrenaline-fueled Flow Duro Challenge!
On race day, Sunday’s lineup includes the heart-pounding Norm! + Dude Sweet + Learning Curves trails, totaling 1.3 miles. Sure, there’s a climb involved, but trust us – it’s a scenic journey through towering trees that’ll take your breath away. Plan for about 40 minutes from Big Creek Park to reach the top of the race course.
After the race, keep the good times rolling at Big Creek Park with a celebration featuring delicious food, lively tunes, and refreshing beverages. From food carts to ice-cold beer, we’ve got you covered!
Join us for two days of biking bliss on the Central Oregon Coast – it’s going to be epic!
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024
9:00 AM Check-in & day of registration @ Big Creek Park
10:30 AM Rides start
10:30 AM-1:00 PM Rides led by Local Riders (see below for options).
10:30 AM Advanced/ Ride
11:00 AM Intermediate Ride
11:00 AM-3:00 PM Food & beverage garden open for purchase
11:30AM Beginner Ride
12:15-2:00 PM Packet pick up & Registration for the Flow Duro Challenge (if you are able to pick up your packet during this time, you will not need to arrive early on Sunday morning and can go straight to the race course by 9 am)
1:00 PM Pre-Ride of Flow Duro Challenge Course
1:00 – 3:00 PM Trail celebration ~ Music, food & beverage garden
3:00 PM End of Day at trails
5:30PM Dirt Wave Social @ bier one brewing
Join Us for the Last Dirt Wave Social of the Year in Newport!
After an exhilarating day on the Big Creek Trails, cap off the season with a fun gathering! Join fellow mountain bikers at Bier One Brewing for our final Ride the Dirt Wave Social on Saturday, August 3rd, starting at 5:30 PM.
Event Highlights:
-
- Location: bier one brewing
- Date & Time: Saturday, August 3rd @ 5:30 PM
- Enjoy a pint of Dude Sweet IPA! Not only is “Dude Sweet” a fantastic trail in Newport, it will now be a killer IPA thanks to our friends @ bier one brewing!
- Activities: Connect with coastal bike clubs, share your stories from this year, and enjoy a meal (veggie options available) along with delicious beverages for purchase.Don’t miss this chance to chat with all the new friends you have made Riding the Dirt Wave this season! We hope to see you there!
SATURDAY RIDE OPTIONS:
Saturday, August 3, 2024~
Big Creek Trails: Trailforks: https://www.trailforks.com/region/big-creek-trails-27942/
Advanced Ride:
10:30 AM Advanced Ride
This ride is for Advanced fast-paced riders. The local club riders will lead you to the top of The Dirt Wave Flow Duro Race Course so you can experience the entire race course + some fun extra trails. You will have a chance to ride all of the trails in the Big Creek system on this ride. This ride consists of green, blue, & black level trails. You can practice some fun turns in the new skills park at the bottom before heading back in the shuttle to the shop to the park for some afternoon food & beverages.
Intermediate Ride
11:00 AM Intermediate Ride
Our intermediate ride is a no-drop ride covering Level Up + Top Level + Dude Sweet + Learning Curves which are a combination of Green and Blue trails. This ride is designed for energetic and experienced trail riders who crave a faster pace but want to stay together as a group. We’ll maintain a decent speed while exploring sections of mostly intermediate-level Blue and some beginner-friendly Green trails. There will be plenty of breaks to rehydrate, socialize, and catch your breath. Local riders will be leading this ride, which is ideal for those possessing basic to intermediate mountain biking skills and who may not be prepared for the entire system but want to check out our newest trails.
11:30 AM Beginner Ride
This fun ride will be on mostly green trails with a bit of blue thrown in and possibly some time in the new skills park area. Our local NICA team will be leading this ride which is ideal for newer riders or kids looking to get into the sport.
Sunday, August 4, 2024
7:00 AM Check-in & day of registration (only for those that did not pick up packet on Saturday)
8:00 AM Check-in Closes
9:00 AM Race begins
9:00-1:00 PM Flow Duro Challenge – 2x’s down Race Course
11:00 AM-2:30 PM Food & beverage garden open for purchase
*1:30-2:30 PM Awards Ceremony *or within 45 minutes of the race finish
2:30 PM End of Day
“Flow Duro Challenge” – Sun. Aug. 4, 2024
Get ready to tackle the ultimate mountain biking adventure at the Flow Duro Challenge! This high-speed, timed race down a combination of black, blue, and green trails promises non-stop excitement for riders of all levels.
Participants will be sorted into age and class divisions, each getting two adrenaline-fueled runs on the Norm + Dude Sweet + Learning Curves course. Your time will be based on the best of two laps, so give it your all!
Prepare for a thrilling ride through a mix of traditional loam tread, flowing contours, and challenging grades. Keep your eyes peeled for drops, roots, and thrilling fadeaways as you navigate this action-packed 1.3-mile trail with a 474 ft. descent. With an average run time of approximately 4 minutes and 30 seconds, get ready to push your limits and experience the ultimate mountain biking rush!
Here is link to the Big Creek Park where weekend event will take place: https://goo.gl/maps/HvqRGFtP6XzwS5WX8
Categories:
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.
EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
Oregon Coast Visitors Association
Oregon Rides & Events
SPONSORS:
Newport Trail Stewards (NEWTs)
City of Newport
Destination Newport
CONTACT:
Daniella Crowder, Director
Oregon Rides & Events
Email: Director@OregonRides.com
WHEN IS THE PACKET PICKED UP?
We will have several options for packet pick-up and registration.
Saturday, August 3, 2024
9:00 AM Check-in & Registration at Big Creek Park
Saturday, August 3, 2024
12:15-2:00 PM Packet pick-up & Registration for the Flow Duro Challenge at Big Creek Park. (If you are able to pick up your packet during this time, you will not need to arrive early on Sunday morning and can go straight to the race course by 9 am).
Sunday, August 4, 2024
7:00-8:00 AM Check-in & day of registration for Flow Duro Challenge at Big Creek Park. (This is only for those that did not pick up your packet on Saturday)
CAN I REGISTER ON RACE DAY?
Yes, but we prefer you register earlier. If you must register on race day you will pay a higher price. Please see the above schedule for packet pick-up.
ARE HELMETS REQUIRED?
Yes, helmets will be required for both events.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE TO RACE THE FLOW-DURO CHALLENGE?
The minimum age is 9 years old based on the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association guidelines. This is not a race for beginners as the courses are fast & technical and have steep climbs to reach the top where the race begins.
WILL THERE BE A PRE-RIDE OF THE FLOW-DURO COURSE?
Yes, there will be a Pre-Ride of the course on Saturday @ 1 PM.
DO I HAVE TO DO ALL 3 FLOW DURO CHALLENGE RACES? OR CAN I JUST SIGN UP FOR ONE?
You can sign up for one or all of the Flow Duro Challenges races. You can only be considered for the “Champion of the Dirt Wave Series” if you attend all 3 races.
WHY ARE THERE ONLY 100 SPOTS AVAILABLE IN THE FLOW DURO CHALLENGE RACE?
We are only allowing 100 people to register for the race so we have plenty of time to do 2 timed laps down the race course and need to allow time for climbing back to the top in between.
HOW DO I GET TO THE TRAILS?
LOCATION: Big Creek Trails, Newport, Oregon
Big Creek https://goo.gl/maps/V5vDYpFyqR51Ywnz7
Parking is limited so please see below for directions on where to park.
WHERE DO I PARK AT THE TRAILS?
Please park at Agate Beach Wayside from here you will need to bike or walk the .09 mile “Ocean to Bay Path” to Big Creek Park. If you still need to pick up your race packet on Sunday, you will need to check in at Big Creek Park between 7-8:00 AM and then ride the 3 miles to the top of the race course. If you picked up your race packet on Saturday, arrive w/ enough time to park and ride in to the race course. Please allow yourself plenty of time (at least 40 minutes) as the race will start promptly at 9 am.
There will be water and a porta-potty at the bottom of the race course.
We will have limited designated parking available near Big Creek Park in a gravel lot. This trail system is in a neighborhood and we want to be respectful of taking over all the parking so we suggest parking at Agate Beach Wayside and riding your bike or walking the “Ocean to Bay Trail” which will bring you to Big Creek Park.
WHAT IF MY FAMILY WANTS TO WATCH?
Access to this race course is a bit limited (similar to Klootchy Creek) unless you are on a bike. We will have limited vans shuttling people from Big Creek Park to the bottom of the race course. Shuttles are not for racers, only spectators. The shuttles to the race course for spectators are for Sunday only. They will begin running in the morning from Big Creek Park at 7:45 AM. Only event vehicles are allowed on the dirt road during the event as the road will be closed to through traffic. Family members are welcome to ride their bikes the 1.5 miles on the closed gravel road to the bottom of the race course and then find a safe place along the course to watch. The finish line is close to the gravel road and will be a fun place to watch them come in.
There will be water and a porta-potty at the bottom of the race course.
WHERE DO WE STAY?
The Newport Chamber site has links to lodgings options in the area:
Camping: Newport is home to two fantastic State Parks; South Beach State Park & Beverly Beach State Park.
There are also camping options at the Port of Newport.
A bit off the beaten path is a great HipCamp option that can accommodate a lot of campers. BeaverCreek Artfarm/ Heart Barn is a 22 acre farm just 20 or so minutes from Newport (not far off 101) and in a world of it’s own! @heartbarn https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/oregon-beavercreek-artfarm-heart-barn-4nelh026?shareid=p4oxxiqrkk
WILL THERE BE FOOD OR DRINKS AVAILABLE?
We will have extra water available for riders at the trailhead. Come prepared with your own water, power bars, snacks, etc. We will have a food cart on site from 11-3pm on Saturday and 11-2:30 on Sunday for you to purchase food on your own. We will have local beer on tap for purchase as well.
I AM A BEGINNER RIDER, WHAT SHOULD I SIGN UP FOR?
Our Saturday event has a beginner option. If you have been interested in coming to check out the trails but weren’t sure where to ride, this is the perfect event to have a fun & supportive ¨Guide¨ show you the trails. The Beginner Ride is great for someone new to riding that wants to check out the trails at a mellow pace. Beginner Ride: Easy, no-drop ride for adults.
Our Sunday Race is not really recommended for beginner riders. The course demands that riders have some technical skills as the course is fast and there is a steep, black diamond area at the top.
HOW DO I SUPPORT THE LOCAL TRAILS?:
You may donate directly to the Newport Trail Stewards (NEWTS), the local bike club that builds and maintains all of the trails in Newport.