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Vancouver Island couple tweet entries for Specialized's new Trail Crew!

Published Aug 19, 2009 at 14:53
Following the launch of Specialized's new 2010 lineup of bicycles, a promotion was created to bring some avid bikers into the big "S" family in what's being called the Specialized Trail Crew. A blog post provided the details.

"We’re looking for a few good riders. More specifically, we’re looking for a few avid mountain bikers. People who ride a lot, can tell a good story and lead group rides. Riders who respect and are respected by their riding buddies."

Quick to note this amazing opportunity both Colin and Teresa wrote up their applications for this awesome contest.
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Island Cup 2009 - XC #2 Cumberland

Published Apr 2, 2009 at 11:30
The United Riders of Cumberland are pleased to host the second XC race of the season in our local Cumberland Trails. Look forward to technical single track in a great location with lots of other XC loving riders!

Join UROC for the second XC race of the Island Cup, this Sunday April 5th.
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Island Cup DH #1 Cumberland - Sunday March 29th

Published Mar 26, 2009 at 15:56
The United Riders of Cumberland are pleased to host the first DH race of the season on this classic course. This year the typically hot and dusty weather will be nowhere to be found as mud and remnants of snowfalls will be along the course. Conditions are tacky!

We have been able to get the road and trail cleared of snow and the race is on!
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Rumblefest Returns this weekend - June 7&8

Published Jun 5, 2008 at 10:34
Tucked away on Northern Vancouver Island the village of Port Alice is home to this seasons most popular race weekend... Rumblefest!

While most racing has split the XC and DH races over different weekends, Port Alice puts their fun into a packed weekend of racing. This year's XC race has been improved with new singletrack to avoid some of the clear cut road sections. Utilizing some of the same sections as the beginner DH course the XC is a good test of all your riding skills.
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Island Cup DH #3 Cumberland - Sunday May 25th

Published May 21, 2008 at 11:37
The United Riders of Cumberland challenge all you riders to a duel! Bring your best and show us what you are made of! Go Fast or get out of dodge!

A showdown or a mowdown, come on out to Cumberland this Sunday, May 25th for the return of the DCDH. Third stop on the Island Cup Race Series DH schedule, the classic course is updated with some buff new lines and all the gnarcore you can handle. We've got bigger trucks for more shuttles so be sure to get your groove on before racing.
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15th Annual Hammerfest DH is a go Sunday May 4th

Published May 1, 2008 at 16:45
In it's 15th year, surviving road building, clear cuts, new courses and more, the Hammerfest Downhill returns this weekend. Come on out to try the course that has launched the likes of Shaums March, Steve Smith, Jordie Lunn and more.

Who will be this year's champion?
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Island Cups Race Series - Port Alberni XC 1 - Sunday April 6th

Published Apr 4, 2008 at 9:53
Can you still fit your spandies?

Island Cup Race 2008 XC racing kicks off this season at the location of last years finals.
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Island Cup Series 2008 - DH Race 1 Nanaimo March 23rd

Published Mar 19, 2008 at 7:17
What better way to spend your Easter Sunday than ripping up the forest trails of Vancouver Island?

Come on out this coming Sunday March 23rd for the first DH of the 2008 season.
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