The Playground is a 45 acre plot of Private Property on which there a numerous opportunities for established trails and the creation of new trails. There are 4 main sections to the course, all of which have a different feel and flow. There are many man-made and natural obstacles that will require constant concentration and the incorporation of skills at high speed. There is no section that is particularly far from the Start / Finish line, and the entire course circles the property and it’s sections. Please DO NOT ride the course outside of race days. We would like to continue using this property, so maintaining a positive relationship with the property owner is essential for future events. A Note about The Durham Shredders The Durham Shredders is a youth development mountain bike club that supports youth in the Durham Region and beyond. We have had a very successful first 2 years, and look forward to many more years to come. There will be a Durham Shredders BBQ on site that will serve a variety of food, drinks, snacks as well as tea and coffee throughout the day. Your support in raising money to help us grow our program and provide more opportunities for our riders is greatly appreciated. A Note The Playground As mentioned earlier, the race is held on private property, and we are lucky to have access to it. Please DO NOT ride outside of listed times. If you are looking to test your fitness and build your skills during the week, the Durham Shredders are hosting a Weekly Series on The Farm at 940 Columbus Rd West on Wednesday nights. Details are on the OCA Event Calendar. Volunteers Volunteering is often a thankless job, and usually muddy / wet / cold during the CX season, so please respect the volunteers. They are members or parents of The Durham Shredders or high school students gathering Community Hours. They have all been instructed on how to keep the race running safely for all, and know the easiest and least disruptive route to different areas – please listen to them! Events Schedule and Race Categories Start Time Category Approx. Duration
7:45 Registration Opens Pre-Riding available 9:30 M3 Men 40 minutes 10:10 Gap / Warm Up 20 minutes 10:30 E4 Men 40 minutes 11:10 Gap / Warm Up 20 minutes 11:30 U17 / U15 / U13 30 minutes 12:00 Gap / Warm Up 20 minutes 12:30 M2 / E3 / U19 Men 45 minutes 1:15 Gap / Warm Up 30 minutes 1:45 Elite / Master Women 40 minutes 2:20 Gap / Warm Up 30 minutes 2:50 M1 / E1 / E2 Men Singlespeed 60 minutes 45 minutes Parking There is ample parking at the center of the venue and close to registration. Please follow the instructions of the parking volunteer for directions so there are no conflicts with the course. Please use the porta-potties provided since the course follows the perimeter of the parking lot. Security Policy and Disclaimer All individuals are responsible for their own property at all times. The Durham Shredders and Spinergy Cycling will not be held responsible for lost or damaged property or the theft of any items including bicycles. First Aid and Safety Trained first aid responders will be on-site and central to the course to treat any injuries. They will be located in the central yard close to the Start / Finish line and Registration if not involved in an incident on course. If you require assistance, please inform a Race Official or Volunteer and they will inform the necessary parties. The OCA Lightening Policy which states that “In the event of thunder or lightning the course will be evacuated and shelter found. Thirty minutes must pass from the last clap of thunder or flash