US Cup Calendar of Events
Dear Racers, below is a link to our 2010 US Cup calendar of events.
We have two series on tap, as well as an Invitational Only Shootout in early September.
Don't get confused as some of these events will overlap, acting as a Triple Crown, Kenda Cup West Series, Kenda Cup Qualifier or all of the above.
We know as racers you only can be in so many places at once, and that you have other events you want to attend. We hope to make each race you attend at the US Cup, something worth your time and effort.
Come join us for some good racing and entertainment in 2010.
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Thank You,
US Cup Staff
H2O Overdrive All Mountain Series
US Cup Triple Crown All Mountain Series #1-Bonelli Park
March 13th - March 14th, 2010 - BONELLI PARK, CA Round #1
The inaugural Triple Crown All Mountain Series kicks off at Bonelli Park in San Dimas, CA on March 13-14th. This race will also double as the second round in the US Cup California Series, and the turnout is expected to be off the charts!
Major course changes have been made to the Pro and amatuer XC loop for 2010, which should be met with much delite to the XC racers.
The opener of the Triple Crown All Mountain Series, will put Pro riders against one another in a test of fitness, and skill.
Riders will race three disciplines in the triple crown-XC, SD, STXC, with their top 2 scores counting for their overall finishes. The Cross Country race will act as the tie breaker, in the event riders tie on points.
Racers please note Bonelli Park will act as Round # 2 of the US Cup California Series.
Look for more details to follow.
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US Cup Triple Crown All Mountain Series #2-Chalk Creek Stampede
May 14th - May 16th, 2010 - Nathrop, Colorado
Round #2 of the inagural Triple Crown All Mountain Series, heads over to the folks at the Mountain States Cup Series. Long known for putting on classic mountain bike events, the US Cup is proud that the MSC has allowed the Triple Crown All Mountain Series to make a stop on their calendar.
The Chalk Creek Stampede in Nathrop, Colorado will host round # 2 of the Triple Crown Series, in conjunction with the infamous MSC series.
US Cup Triple Crown All Mountain Series #3-Massanutten Resort
June 19th - June 20th, 2010 - McGaheysville, VA
The 22nd annual Hoo-Ha event has long been a fixture on the Mid Atlantic and East Coast racers calendar. Technical, wet, rooty terrain welcome riders and challenge there mountain biking skills.
The US Cup is proud to announce that the Massanutten Resort will be the series final of the inagural Triple Crown All Mountain Series, in which top Pro's will race for a # 1 Pro plate and outstanding prize money.
More info to follow in the weeks to come.
Kenda Cup West Series
Kenda Cup West Series #1-Sage Brush
February 28th, 2010 - SAGE BRUSH-EAST SAN DIEGO, CA
The opening round of the US Cup West Series opens up at the Sage Brush Safari in East San Diego.
A favorite among racers, this long traditional mountain bike loop throws a variety of terrain and obsticles at racers.
Look for information to follow.
Kenda Cup West Series #2-Bonelli Park
March 13th - March 14th, 2010 - BONELLI PARK, CA
Round #2 of the US Cup West Series goes to Bonelli Park, and is also the opener of the Triple Crown All Mountain Series, and a Kenda Cup Race Qualifier, so expect some great racing and high profile athletes to attend this race.
All new Pro XC course on tap, and amatuer loop will be modified as well, sharing some portions of the new Pro XC.
Look for more information shortly.
Kenda Cup West Series #3-Fontana City National
March 27th - March 28th, 2010 - FONTANA, CA
Round #3 of the US Cup West Series packs a punch, as Fontana will also double as the opener for USA Cycling's Pro XCT.
Long known as a fixture on the national scene, Fontana delivers urban mountain bike racing to the masses.
Expect a new XC Pro course for 2010, challenging North America's best riders.
Look for more information shortly.
Kenda Cup West Series #4-Santa Ynez
April 10th - April 11th, 2010 - SANTA YNEZ, CA
Round #4 of the US Cup West Series heads back to lovely Santa Ynez. Riders can expect green grassy hillside, with a mixture of single track and fire road to race on.
This race will also serve as a great tune up for the Sea Otter Classic scheduled for the next week, as the course terrain and profile are very similar.
Look for more details shortly.
Kenda Cup West Series #5-Big Bear
May 2nd - May 2nd, 2010 - BIG BEAR, CA ROUND # 5
Round #5 of the US Cup West Series heads back to where it all started in So. Cal.....BIG BEAR!
A fixture for mountain biking the last 20 + years, the crew at Team Big Bear come back to the mecca of mountain biking.
Come enjoy the fresh air, pine tree's and great riding that Big Bear has to offer.
Look for more information shortly.
KENDA Cup West Series #6-Ellings Park, CA
June 5th - June 6th, 2010 - Santa Barbara, CA
Round #6, the final round in the US Cup West series will end at Ellings Park in beautiful Santa Barbara.
Perched on top a bluff over looking the Pacific Ocean, riders are met with breath taking views and cool ocean air.
The course is a mixuture of fast, flowy, single track, with a couple sections of double track for passing. Expect california hard packed conditions this late in the summer, making for some very fast lap times.
Look for more information shortly.
Specialized Invitational Finals
US Cup Invitational Shootout
September 11th - September 12th, 2010 - TBD
The US Cup Invitational is a one off weekend event that ties together the network of Kenda Cup qualifiers.
Here riders will go for ultimate bragging rights and race for a #1 US Cup plate, and Champions jersey, along with some other great prizes and swag.
We are looking at multiple venues to host the Invitational Final and should make that selection sometime in the first quarter of 2010.
Kenda Cup Qualifier
SAGE BRUSH KENDA CUP-SOUTHWEST
February 28th - February 28th, 2010 - SAGE BRUSH-EAST SAN DIEGO, CA
The Sage Brush Safari plays host to the opening round of Team Big Bear's California State Series, as well as the first Kenda Cup Qualifier for 2010.
Here riders can accomplish two things by attending the Sage Brush event.
1: Chase the California State Series
2: Try and qualify for the US Cup Invitational Shootout to be held in early September.
Kenda Cup Qualifier classes and qualifying criteria to be posted over the next few weeks.
BONELLI PARK KENDA CUP-SOUTHWEST
March 13th - March 14th, 2010 - BONELLI PARK, CA
Bonelli Park will act as a Kenda Cup Qualifier for riders to try and qualify for the Kenda Cup Invitational Shootout in early Sept.
More details regarding classes and qualifying criteria will be posted in the weeks to follow.
This race will also act as round #2 of the Team Big Bear California State Series in which Pro and Amatuers can chase the California Series Title.
Fontana City National Kenda Cup-Southwest
March 27th - March 28th, 2010 - FONTANA, CA
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April 10th - April 11th, 2010 - SANTA YNEZ, CA
The Kenda Cup makes a stop with the good folks of the Stump Grinder Dirt Club.
Racers will be met with fast, flowy single track, steep punchy climbs and some fast fire roads thrown in for good measure. Santa Ynez is a perfect tune up for the Sea Otter classic the following week, plus it gives riders from Central and Nor. Cal a shot at qualifying for the Kenda Cup Invitational Shootout.
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TSALI KENDA CUP-SOUTH EAST
April 11th - April 11th, 2010 - TSALI, NORTH CAROLINA
Round #3 of the infamous S.E.R.C run by the Berger's will host the first of three Kenda Cup Qualifiers for the South East Region.
The S.E.R.C. series is in its 17th year of operation and sets the standard for series racing in the South East.
GEORGIA KENDA CUP-SOUTH EAST
April 25th - April 25th, 2010 - WINDER, GEORGIA
Winder, GA plays host to round # 4 of the SERC series, and serves as the second Kenda Cup Qualifier for the South East Region of the United States.
SERC WebsiteMIDDLE MOUNTAIN MOMMA KENDA CUP-MID ATLANTIC
May 2nd - May 2nd, 2010 - Douthat State Park , VIRGINIA
The Middle Mountain Momma, joins the US Cup calendar of events for 2010 as an official Kenda Cup Qualifier Race.
Look for more details to follow shortly.
SPRING THAW KENDA CUP-PACIFIC NORTH WEST
May 15th - May 16th, 2010 - ASHLAND, OREGON
The 16th annual Spring Thaw event, will join the US Cup Calendar as an official Kenda Cup Qualifier round allowing riders to try and qualify for the US Cup Invitational Shootout in early September.
The Spring Thaw is in the heart of mountain biking in Southern Oregon, and offers some of the best single track and terrain west of the Rocky's.
DUCKTOWN KENDA CUP-SOUTH EAST
May 16th - May 16th, 2010 - DUCKTOWN, TN
Round # 5 of the SERC Series returns to Ducktown, TN. This 5th round of the SERC series also acts as the third Kenda Cup Qualfier for the South East region, in which riders can try and qualify for the US Cup Invitational Shootout in early September.
SERC WebsiteKENDA CUP QUALIFIER-SOUTHWEST
June 5th - June 6th, 2010 - ELLINGS PARK-SANTA BARBARA, CA
Ellings Park in Santa Barbara will play host to round #7 of the California State Series, as well as the 3rd and final Kenda Cup Qualifier event for the US Cup Invitational Shootout.
Team Big Bear Website | REGISTRATION | TEAM BIG BEAR RELEASE | USA CYCLING RELEASEFRENCH LICK RESORT KENDA CUP-MIDWEST
June 19th - June 19th, 2010 - FRENCH LICK RESORT, INDIANA
The DINO Series will be back stronger than ever for 2010.
This year the third round of the DINO Series will act as an official Kenda Cup Qualifier at the French Lick Resort. This is a must attend first year event for classic Mid West mountain biking.
KENDA CUP QUALIFIER-TEST OF ENDURANCE
June 20th - June 20th, 2010 - Blodgett Oregon
The 6th annual Test of Endurance hosted by Mike Ripley of Mudslinger fame, will host an official Kenda Cup Qualifier in the the town of Blogett.
Touted as a must do event, last year saw Pro riders Adam Craig, Barry Wicks amoung others showing up to shred the damp, wooded single track.
MASSANUTTEN RESORT KENDA CUP-MID ATLANTIC
June 20th - June 20th, 2010 - McGaheysville, VA
The 22nd annual Hoo-Ha will host an official Kenda Cup Qualifier for the Mid Atlantic region of the country.
Long called the hub of mountain biking in the region, the Massanutten Resort offers some of the most diverse and technical riding and racing found today.
KENDA CUP QUALIFIER-MID ATLANTIC
August 1st - August 1st, 2010 - Macungie, PA
The US Cup is excited to announce that the resort of Bear Creek in Pennsylvania will host a Kenda Cup Qualifier for the Mid Atlantic region.
The Bear Creek Challenge will be a must attend event for 2010.
MILLSTONE KENDA CUP-NORTH EAST
August 15th, 2010 - WEBSTERVILLE, VT
The Mill Stone grind in Vermont will act as an official Kenda Cup Qualifier for the North East section of the country.
Along with offering some great riding in the North East, the Mill Stone Grind has made the step as an official qualifier for riders to try and qualify for the US Cup Invitational Shootout to be held in early September.
