On July 1st, the cross-country riders will ride the bottom of the mountain for the opening leg of the race, before tagging their teammate for the downhill portion, which races through the mountain. For the next 90 minutes, they’ll repeat the route, racing against the clock and delivering fans some of the fiercest riding in Quebec.
Starting at 8:30 p.m. ET, bikers will team-up and make their way through the mountain at Mont Sainte-Anne to relay with their partner who keeps going with the downhill part of the race, where their teammate will be waiting for them to start the next lap. And if it wasn't enough, another component will challenge the cross-country participants, as the trails will be getting darker and darker as night sets in.
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration is now open at www.velirium.com for all competitors of 16 years old of age and older—skills required. Each team must be composed of one mountain downhill rider and one cross-country rider. Registration will be closing on Wednesday, June 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET and a maximum of 50 teams of 2 riders will be accepted.
Cost per athlete is $40 (FQSC license is mandatory). Participants without a license will be able to purchase one on site for $20.
EVENT SCHEDULE
3:00pm - 5:30pm: Bibs pick-up/License verification
5:30pm - 6:00pm: Athlete Meeting
6:00pm - 8:00pm: Course Inspection & Training
8:30pm - 10:00pm: Red Bull Monte Descend
10:00pm: Award Ceremony
Red Bull Monte Descend