ROCKSHOX PRESENTS RED BULL 5000 DOWN
The event will draw some of the greatest North American and European riders to Whistler Blackcomb. Among the riders will be a combination of the sport’s emerging and established superstars, including 2008 World Champions Gee Atherton and Rachel Atherton, Red Bull Rampage 2009 winner Brandon Semenuk, Stevie Smith, Darren Berrecloth, Matti Lehikoinen and Filip Polc. The top five men will share a cash purse of $9,500 and the top three women will share $3,500.
How to Enter
Categories are open to both men and women 17-years-old and over. Each racer will have to qualify on Saturday, September 11th for a spot in the race on Sunday, September 12. Out of the 400 qualified athletes, the fastest 250 will move on to the race on Sunday. Registration opens July 1st at www.eventsonline.ca/events/redbull5000down. No on-site registration is available.
From July 1st to August 9th, registration cost will be $60 for Whistler Blackcomb pass holders, $70 for non-pass holders. Registration includes race plate and a two-day pass to the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. Late registration (August 10th to September 9th) will be $80 for pass holders and $90 for non-pass holders.
Full body armor and a full face helmet are required for all participants. The event is free to spectators in the village.
Event Schedule:
PRACTICE: Friday, September 10th
QUALIFIERS: Saturday, September 11th
RACE: Sunday, September 12th
For more information about accommodation, click here.
Red Bull 5000 Down