Hood River Double Cross #1 & #2
Saturday, September 17th and Sunday, September 18th

• Early-Season Series
  We've partnered with Pain + Suffer'n and the Battle at Barlow to create a four race early season series. Series points will be kept and the top three riders from each field (except beginners) will receive a front-row call-up at the first Cross Crusade race on October 2nd. Don't miss a chance to line up in front of the other 150 people in your field!
• September 17 - Race #2 of the GPMC
  Saturday's race will be race #2 of the Grand Prix Molly Cameron. Come out and see the GPMC Series Leaders show their jerseys, and watch to see if the leaderboards change by the end of the day.



• September 18 - Race #1 of the Oregon Junior Cyclocross Series (JCS)
  The Hood River Double Cross is proud to host the opening races for the 2011 Oregon Junior Cyclocross Series. These races will take place on Sunday, September 18th. Please note the schedule differences for the two days. For more info on the JCS Series, go to juniorcross.com
Venue
Both Days!! September 17th-18th:  Hood River Valley High School. Traditional high school course on Sunday (Saturday course TBD). Mix of twists and turns on the edges of the athletic fields, and fast, smooth singletrack on the trails.

Race Schedule – Saturday the 17th


8:50 AM	Men Beginner	(40 min)
9:40 AM	Men Category C, Clydesdale	(45 min)
10:35 AM	Break/Course Preview	(10 min)
10:45 AM	Men Masters Category C 35+	(45 min)
11:40 AM	Men Masters B 35+, Masters 50+, Masters 60+, Jrs 12+	(45 min)
12:35 PM	Kiddie Kross (Saturday only)	(25 min)
1:15 PM	Men Category A and 35+ A, Women Category A	(60 min)
2:25 PM	Break/Course Preview	(10 min)
2:35 PM	Women Cat B, Beginners, Masters 35+ A and B, Women 45+, Jrs 12+	(45 min)
3:30 PM	Category B and Single Speed	(45 min)


Juniors 12+ is open to Juniors who will have an actual age of 12 by December 31, 2011.
Kid Kross is a non-competitive event for those who will not be 12 by December 31, 2011.

Race Schedule – Sunday the 18th


8:50 AM	Men Beginner	(40 min)
9:40 AM	Men Category C, Clydesdale	(45 min)
10:35 AM	Break/Course Preview	(10 min)
10:45 AM	Men Masters Category C 35+	(45 min)
11:40 AM	Men Masters B 35+, Masters 50+, Masters 60+	(45 min)
12:35 PM	Oregon Junior Cyclocross Series (JCS categories)	(30 min)
1:15 PM	Men Category A and 35+ A, Women Category A	(60 min)
2:25 PM	Break/Course Preview	(10 min)
2:35 PM	Women Cat B, Beginners, Masters 35+ A and B, Women 45+	(45 min)
3:30 PM	Category B and Single Speed	(45 min)



Categories
Category A/1 = OBRA and/or USA Cycling categories 1,2, NORBA 1,2 and anyone else who chooses to race at this level
Category B/2 = OBRA and/or USA Cycling category 3, NORBA 3
Category C/3 = OBRA and/or USA Cycling categories 4&5, NORBA 4 (Riders at this level may choose to race in a higher category.)
Beginner = Beginner
Masters = Age 35+ (unless otherwise noted) and ability graded as outlined above.
Promoter and/or officials reserve the right to change your category.

Prizes
Prizes for all categories will include fresh local fruits, jams, cookies, wines, and other products ($300 value).

Double Cross Competition
Points will be given each day for the top 10 riders in each category. Points schedule – 15, 12, 10, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2. Winners for each category will receive Double Cross trophies. $250 prize list for Category A Men and Women Double Cross Champions.

Membership & Licenses
This is an OBRA event. OBRA membership required for all riders. Single race memberships are available for $5.00. Cyclocross season OBRA memberships are available for $15.00

Registration
Register online at www.obra.org (Register for 9/17 race, register for 9/18 race). Day of race registration opens at 7:30 am and runs until 15 minutes before each race. Save time by printing out a waiver from the OBRA website and completing it at home.

Fees
$23 online. $25 day of race. Second race per day is $10.
Juniors - $5.00
Kid Kross is free (must sign waiver).

Contact
Call Jeff Lorenzen at (541) 490-6837 or email obra369@yahoo.com

Directions
Hood River Valley High School: From I-84 East or West take exit 62. From the top of the off ramp bear right onto Country Club Road and proceed for two miles, then left onto Belmont Drive for 1.3 miles. Belmont Drive becomes Indian Creek Road; continue for another .8 miles and high school is on your right (Indian Creek Golf Course on left).

Notes
There is no water on the site. Please be prepared with your own.
No alcohol at the High School.
Please do not ride on the athletic fields or running track.
Please use the darn Port-a-Potties, not the bushes.
Helmets required.

OBRA AND THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RACE DO NOT PROVIDE INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR INJURIES THAT OCCUR AT THE RACE. THE COSTS RELATED TO THOSE INJURIES ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPANT

Family Information
Hood River is a wonderful community for families and late September is a perfect time for a visit. The weather will most likely be very pleasant and the trees will be turning to exquisite fall colors. Check out the Hood River County Chamber of Commerce website www.hoodriver.org for a list of some of the amazing activities and attractions on the weekend of September 17-18.

If you've driven to town for the race, why not try the Fruit Loop tour (www.hoodriverfruitloop.com) to take in all of the scenic views? If wineries are more your style, try a tour at http://www.winesnw.com/gorgemap.html .

Hood River has something for everyone so come and enjoy the weekend!

Camping/Lodging
Due to continued efforts to control the Dollar Lake Fire on Mt Hood, Saturday night camping will NOT be available at the Hood River County Fairgrounds this year.

Information about camping elsewhere in Hood River is available at
http://hoodriver.org/travelers-guide/where-to-stay/rv-campsites

Information about hotels and B&B's in Hood River can be found at
http://hoodriver.org/travelers-guide/where-to-stay/hotel-motel