The Elite Field

Stay tuned as we announce the Elite field for 2020.

Rider Updates

Check in here during the event for all the latest updates including entries, start lists, start times, changes and event updates.

Registration

All competitors are required to register and check in at the times listed below.

Registration at Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa will take place in the Freestyle room next to the Activ8 centre. Registration for Stage 3 & 4 will take place at Thredbo.

Race Plates

Solo

Each solo rider will be issued with a numbered race plate. This is to be clearly displayed on the front handle bars of the bike at all times when racing.

Important Note! Please ensure the number plate is placed flat on the handlebars.  If the number is bent or curled, the timing chip may not read and a time may not be recorded.

Teams

Each team member will be issued with one race number per team and one backing plate per person. Team riders attach the backing plate to the front of the handlebars and the rider who is currently completing attaches the race number to the backing plate using the velcro on the plate and number. Race plates can then easily be swapped between team members, especially in Sunday’s marathon.

Race Number Info

• It is a race rule that all participants must have their race number clearly visible on the front of their bike handlebars at all times when racing. Non-compliance will result in penalties
• The race number can be attached to the handlebars using the ties provided at Registration.
• Ensure the number is safely secured. If your number is lost on the course, you must report the loss to the Race Director immediately.
• Participants are not permitted to enter the course without displaying their allocated number.
• Numbers are not to be cut, altered, disfigured, damaged, covered or obscured in any way. Penalties, disqualification and/or fines will apply in this circumstance.
• Ensure the number plate is placed flat on the handlebars.  If the number is bent or curled, the timing chip may not read and a time may not be recorded.

Electronic Timing

• An electronic timing chip is attached to the rear of the race plate to record lap and finish times.

Equipment

Riders in the Snowies MTB Festival are expected to be self-sufficient for each of the stages of the event. No outside support is provided or permitted on the course. Full details are listed below. Download Full Equipment List

Compulsory Equipment

Riders are responsible for their own equipment. Riders must carry:

• A Mobile Phone with emergency numbers entered (Telstra recommended). Please see the notice board at Race HQ for emergency details.
• Mountain Bike – In good working order and with plugs in the handle bars.
• Bike Helmet – The bike helmet must be in good condition and meet Australian Safety Standards.
• Two large water bottles (mounted in cages on your bike frame) and / or hydration pack; – See Food & Nutrition notes below
• A minimum of 1 litre of water
• Number plate with timing transponder (provided)
• Suitable Layered Clothing: The weather in the Snowy Mountains is unpredictable and changes very quickly and can be very cold. Ensure you have some layers that you can put on and remove in changing conditions. This should include a waterproof layer in case of rain.

Food & Nutrition

Riders in the Snowies MTB Festival are expected to be self-sufficient for each of the stages of the event. No support is provided or permitted on the course, therefore it is important that riders have the capacity to carry sufficient hydration and nutrition for the stages of the race. Please note this excludes the 45k Marathon and 30k and 15k XC MTB which will include a ‘Feed Zone’ at Race HQ at the end of the 15km lap.

Suggested Equipment

• Pump with correct valve connection
• Bike Shoes (if applicable)
• Sunglasses/Protective Eyewear
• Hat
• Sun Lotion
• Insect Repellent
• Spare tubes
• Repair Kit
• Two big tyre levers
• Spare Derailleur hanger
• Multi-tool
• CO2 adapter
• Small bottle of lube
• Two quick-links
• Spare valve core
• Cable ties
• Spokes for special wheels
• Spare batteries for any bike computers or heart rate monitors.
• Towel
• Cash to purchase food and drinks at the stage after parties
• A change of clothes for the stage after parties

Clothing

• Comfortable riding shorts/pants.
• Bike Jersey
• Protective eyewear is recommended
• Gloves
• The weather in the Snowy Mountains is unpredictable and changes very quickly and can be very cold. Ensure you have some layers that you can put on and remove in changing conditions. This should include a waterproof layer in case of rain.
• A change of clothes for the stage after parties.
• It is recommended that you have trained in any clothing that you choose to wear on the day of the race. Trying something new on race day is never a good idea.

Travel Between Stages

Bus Shuttle Package

If required, riders can purchase a bus shuttle package for $60 which provides transport for one rider and one bike for the following transfers:

• Booking: Book online with your entry
• Cost: $60
• Inclusions: Transport for one rider and one bike on the three bus shuttles outlined above.

Stages where Travel is Required

Friday AM | STAGE 1 | Thredbo Summit Smash

The Thredbo Summit Smash will start at Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa and finish at Thredbo Resort (approx 17mins drive).  Transport will be required at the end of the stage if riders require to return back to Lake Crackenback Resort.

Friday PM | STAGE 2 | Lake 2 Lake

Stage 2 starts and finishes at Claypits Park in Jindabyne which is approx 15mins drive from Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa. Riders make their own way to and from Jindabyne.

Saturday AM | STAGE 3/4

The Wild Brumby: Stage 3/4 will start at Thredbo and finish at Gaden in Jindabyne (approx 17mins drive).  Transport will be required to the start of the stage if riders are not staying at Thredbo.  Transport will also be required at the end of the stage if riders require to return back to Lake Crackenback Resort or Thredbo from Gaden in Jindabyne.

The Brumby: Stage 4 will start at Thredbo and finish at Lake Crackenback Resort (approx 17mins drive).  Transport will be required to the start of the stage if riders are not staying at Thredbo.  Transport will also be required at the end of the stage if riders require to return back to Thredbo.

Race Rules

• View Snowies MTB Race Rules Here

The Wild Brumby

2 Person Teams

• Only one team member may race at any time, and only the designated rider is permitted on the course.
• Each team member must complete at least 2 of the first 4 stages
• Stage 3/4 Snowy Legends Descent | Team riders are permitted to change at any or all of the following exchange points:
  • End of of Stage 3 – Thredbo
  • Midway on Stage 4, the Snowy Legends Descent – Lake Crackenback Resort
• Each team member must complete at least 1 lap of Sunday’s 45km XC MTB

3 Person Teams

• Only one team member may race at any time, and only the designated rider is permitted on the course.
• Each team member must complete at least 1 of the first 4 stages
• Stage 3/4 Snowy Legends Descent | Team riders are permitted to change at any or all of the following exchange points:
  • End of of Stage 3 – Thredbo
  • Midway on Stage 4 the Snowy Legends Descent – Lake Crackenback Resort
• Each team member must complete at least 1 lap on Sunday’s 45km XC MTB

The Brumby

2 Person Teams

• Only one team member may race at any time, and only the designated rider is permitted on the course.
• Each team member must complete at least 2 of the first 4 stages.
• Each team member must complete at least 1 lap of Sunday’s 30km XC MTB

Safety | First Aid

Your safety is a key consideration; however, mountain biking does involve risk. Dedicated first aiders are on hand at Race HQ and on the course to assist where necessary.

3 Safety Rules

1. Stop and assist any competitor that is in need of emergency assistance.
2. Report any incident to the next available marshal or emergency radio point on the course.
3. Compete within your abilities.

On the course there are a number of things you can do to assist yourselves and fellow competitors:

• Slow down in steep or technically challenging areas.
• Ride on the left hand side of tracks.
• Compete within your limits.
• Let common sense and courtesy prevail. We want to see you safe and sound at the end of the event.

First Aid

First Aid will be located at Race HQ and at manned check points on the course. This will be identified at the safety briefing.

Check Points

There are check points on the course, staffed by First Aid Qualified team members. These are marked on the course map at HQ.

Emergency Evacuation

In the event of fire or other emergency, follow instructions from event officials. On the course marshals will direct you back to the Evacuation Meeting Point at HQ. Please follow instructions from Emergency Personnel and/or event officials.

Environmental Policy

In2Adventure is committed to maintaining a minimal impact policy that will protect the environment and enable us as individual members of the general public and members of the outdoor community to continue to enjoy the vast natural environment that is Australia’s backyard. Therefore we ask that competitors read and agree to abide by the Bush Code and Mountain Bike Code outlined on in our Environmental Policy and ensure that no rubbish, gel packets or wrappers are dropped on the course during the event.

Domestic Pets

At In2Adventure we love our fur kids too, however, domestic pets ARE NOT permitted within Lake Crackenback Resort grounds or within Kosciuszko National Park, so please leave them safe at home to avoid being asked to leave the event site.

Certified Assistance Animals

Some companion animals are trained to provide assistance to people with a disability to help alleviate the effect of that disability. These assistance animals are not pets. They provide an important service that helps people to more fully participate in personal and public life activities with more confidence and independence.

Please see the National Parks Policy on Assistance Animals.

Human Rights Commission guidelines on Assistance Animals.

Insurance

In2Adventure has public liability insurance. This DOES NOT cover you as a participant. If you fall over or hurt yourself, there is no accident cover for you. In2Adventure strongly recommends that each participant has their own personal accident insurance. Each participant has been required to read & accept the RELEASE & INDEMNITY WAIVER when registering online.

Unsolicited Promotion

Our event partners have been extremely generous in supporting this event so we can all enjoy the sport we love. We reciprocate that support and therefore no signage, flyers, promotional banners, promotional tents, branded vehicles, sales, service or trade displays are permitted to be set up within the Race HQ, event, course or car parking areas without written authorisation from the event directors.

Please be respectful of this to avoid being asked to remove tents etc.

Please see the ‘Event Promotion Policy’ displayed on the Policy page.