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THE COURSE
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Averaging 10 km per lap, Mansfield's Epic 8 course is loaded with fast singletrack, interspersed doubletrack for passing and the odd climb to separate the pack. Fast riders can expect to come in at under 30 minutes, while the average rider should expect lap times of about 40-50 minutes. The course is enjoyable for all including first-timers to mountain bike events.
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EVENT SCHEDULE
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Friday, May 8
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm - Pre-riding
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Early Event Kit Pick Up and Registration
(highly recommended to avoid the rush).
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Saturday, May 9
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7:15 am – 9:30 am - Event Kit Pick Up and Registration
9:30 am - Team Captain’s Meeting
10:00 am - 6:00 pm - Epic 8 Relay
2:00 pm - Epic Kids’ Race (12 & under)
6:30 pm - Last Rider Must Be In, Awards
Epic 8 Requirements
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• Bicycle in good working order.
• Certified bike helmet.
• One day licences no longer required. We have covered the extra fee.
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EPIC 8 OCA TECH GUIDE HERE
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Rules and further details will be emailed off to the team captain the week prior the event.
Every participant must complete a waiver on site.
For information on the Summer and Fall Epic 8 Hour visit
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What’s included in your entry?
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• Each team member gets a race t-shirt and souvenir race plate
(t-shirt for first 700 riders only).
• Park entry fee for all participants on the day of the event.
• Medals for the top three teams in each category.
• One day licences now included at no extra cost!
• Lap by lap results with Chico chip timing.
• Everyone is eligible for draw prizes including a Cannondale bike!
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SHIMANO EPIC 8 HOUR KIDS’ EVENT
- FREE FOR PARTICIPANT FAMILIES AND FRIENDS -
The Epic Kids' Ride is designed to provide the little ones with a special event just for them, and include them in a fun day for the whole family. This is a fun oriented, non-competitive event, where the kids are challenged to ride as many laps as possible within the 15 minute time limit. There are categories for ages 6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, and 12 and under. T-shirts available on a first-come, first-served basis for an additional $10 per participant.
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VOLUNTEERS
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Epic 8 volunteers will receive an event t-shirt as well as the admiration of many. If you would like to volunteer please send an email to our volunteer coordinator Robyn at robyn@chicoracing.com.
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2019 Course Map
ACCOMMODATIONS AT MANSFIELD
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Many of you will know the value in staying over on either the Friday or Saturday night, and for those who want a little luxury there are 12 sleeping cabins available. You can also camp for $5 per person no reservation required. Email info@chicoracing.com for more information on the cabin rentals which are $80 per night including HST and must be pre-booked.
LOCATION & LODGING
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Mansfield Outdoor Centre
937365 Airport Rd
Mansfield, ON
Directions from Toronto:
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Take Hwy 400 North to Hwy 89 exit
Turn left towards Alliston, Ontario
Follow Hwy 89 through Alliston
Turn right at Airport Road/County Rd. 18
(2nd set of traffic lights once outside of Alliston)
Mansfield Outdoor Centre is located 10km north of Hwy 89, on the east (right) side of Airport Road.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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Some on site cabin rentals and camping is available. Contact info@chicoracing.com for on-site cabin rentals which are $80 including HST.
(no reservations required for on-site camping)
Earl Rowe Provincial Park
(705) 435-4331
North of Hwy 89, just west of Alliston
Campsites, many with electricity,
reservations accepted.
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CATEGORIES & PRICING
- REGISTRATION CLOSES MAY 6, 2019 AT MIDNIGHT -
Event Usually Sells Out Early
Pricing Below is for online registration only. 4 person and 6 person teams are based on that number of participants meaning you can't purchase 3 spots of a 4 person or 5 of a 6 person team. All spots must be completed and paid in full no later than May 4, 2018 at 8pm. Please note that even if you don't have 4 people for a 4 person team or 6 people for a 6 person team you must pay for all the spots
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AGES
- AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2020 -
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Please keep in mind that the event has a maximum capacity of 850 riders. It will probably sell out early.
Solo Entry Fee:
$85 plus HST until March 26, $92.50 plus HST March 27 – April 27, $100 plus HST after April 28
A personal challenge for one rider to complete as many laps as possible in 8 hours.
• Male - 39 & Under
• Male - Master 40-49
• Male - Master 50 plus - sorry not on reg form
• Male - Single Speed
• Female
2 Person Tag Team Entry Fee:
$150 plus HST until March 26, $165 plus HST March 27 – April 27, $180 plus HST after April 28
Two riders alternate laps, tag team style, to complete as many laps as possible. Each rider must complete at least one lap. $2.50 extra charge per rider if paying individually rather than paying for the team in full.
• Open - combined age 69 years & under
• Open - combined age 70 - 99 years
• Open - combined age 100 plus years
• Female
• Mixed - 1 male, 1 female
4 Person Relay Team Entry Fee:
$240 plus HST until March 26, $270 plus HST March 27 – April 27, $300 plus HST after April 28
$2.50 extra charge per rider if paying individually rather than paying for the team in full.
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If you want to ride with 3 people only please pay the full team price or add a ghost rider so your roster is full.
A team of up to 4 riders alternate laps, relay style, to complete as many laps as possible in 8 hours. Each rider must complete at least one lap. Lap order may change at the team's discretion. Team category is based on the total combined age of 4 riders (or 4 times the average age of 3 riders).
• Open - combined age 79 & under
• Open - combined age 80 - 119
• Open - combined age 120 - 159
• Open - combined age 160 - 199
• Open - combined age 200 & over
• All Female
• Mixed - Minimum 1 Female, combined age 139 & under
• Mixed - Minimum 1 Female, combined age 140 & over
6 Person Relay Team Entry Fee:
$330 plus HST until March 26, $375 plus HST March 27 – April 27, $420 plus HST after April 29.
$2.50 extra charge per rider if paying individually rather than paying for the team in full.
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If you want to ride with five people only please pay the full team price or add a ghost rider so your roster is full. A team of up to 6 riders alternate laps, relay-style, to complete as many laps as possible in 8 hours. Each rider must complete at least one lap. Lap order may change at the team's discretion.
• Open 6 Person
What you get with your entry?
• Each team member gets a race t-shirt and souvenir race plate.
• Park entry fee for all participants on the day of the event.
• Medals for the top three teams in each category.
• Wide array of draw prizes for all participants.
• One day licenses now included at no extra cost!
• Lap by lap results with Chico chip timing.
• Everyone is eligible for draw prizes including a Cannondale bike.
• All entries include OCA Permit Fees
Minimum recommended age for Solo is 16 years, the minimum age for teams is 10 years.
Chico Epic 8 Refund and Upgrade Downgrade Policy - your team size can’t be changed 2 weeks prior the event. All teams can be upgraded or downgraded one level, however there is a $25 administration after you registered on top of the fee change.
No refunds on entries.
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