Frosty Dog 2024

Results are tallied! Congratulations to all the racers that completed this big effort. Thanks to the volunteers who helped make it a great day for all, we appreciate you!

Open Female:
1. Elsa Dahlie
2. April Barrios
3. Cary Kruger

Open Male:
1. Doug Serhan
2. Dave Bartman
3. Ron Ellis

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The 2nd annual Shuswap Cycling Club Frosty Dog Fat Bike Enduro – sponsored by Skookum Bike & Ski – is happening this Feb 10th.

Race the groomed trails at South Canoe in this casual and fun-focused event!

What:

This is a three-four stage enduro race at the South Canoe Trails near Salmon Arm. Results will be based on the lowest combined time on descent-oriented stages.

• Mass start in Waves (all racers at once).
• Categories for Fat Bikes and Skinny Bikes & E-Bikes
• Enduro stages – individual starts at 30 second intervals or as determined by riders.

When / Where:

• Race Start: 10:00am.
• Parking: South Canoe Trails, 6970 10 Ave SE, Salmon Arm.
• Race Start / Finish: The Dog House, (C-Can) on Metford FSR.
• From the parking lot, either bike up the Climb Trail or Metford Road if too icy.
• Watch for industrial traffic on the Metford FSR.

Event Registration:

• https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=34299
• Race fees are free for Shuswap Cycling Club members.
• Donations for Snowdog maintenance and replacement will be accepted on site!

Course map:

• Frosty Dog Fat Bike Enduro – 2024 Mountain Biking Route | Trailforks
• Stage 1: KC
• Stage 2: Alternative and Actual Facts
• Stage 3: Flipside and Lower Schitzo
• Stage 4: Mobuddah, Bear Den, Upper Triangle, X-Cut
• This could change based on conditions!

Timing:

• We are again using the SI Air timing system.
• Activators will be placed at the start and finish of each segment. Times are stored on your device and collected at the finish.
• We will have a brief explanation on this before the race.

Course Pre-Riding:

• The course will be marked by approximately 3:00pm on Friday, Feb 9th.
• Competitors should pre-ride the stages if unfamiliar with the trail conditions and level of difficulty.
• Most of the trails we will be racing will be in good shape, but there will be icy spots and bare or low snow sections. Studded tires are recommended.

Race Day Registration:

• Check-in between 9am-9:45am at the Dog House staging area.
• Collect timing chip, and sign waiver.

Water:

• Water will be available at the start / finish area.

Food:

• Riders are responsible to provide their own food for the race.
• We will have a fire to roast some dogs. Bring your own dogs and fixings and refreshments.

First Aid:

• Racers are expected to ride within their abilities and are encouraged to pre-ride the course if unfamiliar with the trail system and trail conditions.
• Trail conditions vary at this time of year and are unpredictable. Expect icy areas that may be concealed by snow cover.
• Stop if you encounter a rider that has crashed and offer assistance or call first aid. Time lost will be credited.
• First aid will be provided by a trained volunteer.

Etiquette:

• This is a fun-focused, casual race. Have a good time and be respectful of volunteers and other racers.
• The trails will be open to non-racers. Please yield to others you encounter on the trail. Time lost will be credited in these situations.
• We are aiming for 30 second intervals but that is at the discretion of racers.
• Overtaking a rider should be done respectfully in a safe area.
• Ride well and have fun!

Awards:

• Open categories by gender.
• Results will be announced shortly after the final racers complete, and will be posted to https://shuswapbike.com/event/frosty-dog-2024.
• Prizes will be provided by Skookum Bike & Ski – Thanks!!

Skookum Bike & Ski will be on-site with Fat Bike Demo (non-racers only!).