August 11-12, 2012
Royal Gorge Ski Resort, Soda Springs, CA
BOTH 8 and 24 Hour MTB Races!
501(c) Non-profit Event
LIMITED TO 1000 RACERS
The “Coolest 24 Hour Race Against Cancer” is promoted by Global Biorhythm Events, an organization committed to minimizing our impact on the environment. Please help by doing your part: carpool if possible, bring reusable items, and please recycle! Each of us can do our part to make a difference. Check out these videos from the last few years of GBE. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRhEUHEEYzs
The 2012 Brice Clark Courage Awarded to Dr James Wolf
Dr. James Wolf is a family practice physician in Auburn. He is the 2005 recipient of the Sutter Health Doctor of the Year award. Throughout the past 23 years his mission has been to help his patients while glorifying the Lord through his work. James and his wife, Jeanine, just celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. They raised two daughters and enjoy spending time with their granddaughter.
Being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in August 2011 gave James a new perspective on life. The grace of God has enabled him to endure the ten cycles of chemotherapy and surgery. He also credits his relationships with family, friends, and patients with providing him the strength to take on the battle with cancer. He is proud to have participated in the Coolest 24 Hr. Race since 2008 and plans to ride the first lap with his team renamed “Wolf pack” signifying the loyalty and commitment to each other and this event.
GBE uses 100% biodegradable ribbons and signs made out of wood pulp, and flour is used for all ground trail markings.
The Coolest 24 has raised over $224,000 in the last 6 years and has become the largest ultra endurance MTB fund-raising event in the country. Some of the best ultra racers in North America will be racing alongside sport, beginner and first time MTB riders. This race inspires and empowers all that come to ride. Our goal is to create a fundamental change in the expectations and experiences of those living with cancer; to help eliminate suffering due to cancer, and, ultimately, to survive cancer. The Coolest 24 is all about fun with family and friends-with the added motivation of helping others that are affected by this disease. The 2012 Coolest 24 Hour Race Against Cancer will be the biggest and best to date.
We are happy to announce that the Coolest 8 & 24hr Race Against Cancer has outgrown the Auburn State park in Cool, CA. The need to move the event due to continuos growth over the years means that each year more money is raised for the fight against cancer; the new location ushers in a new era of fun anf fund-raising.
The Royal Gorge Ski Resort is one of the most beautiful places in the Northern California Sierra Nevada Mountains. Royal Gorge is nestled in the Serene Lakes area in the small town of Soda Springs, CA.. The trails here are smooth and fast. You will have a hard time keeping your eyes on the trail due to distracting sierra vistas and stunning natural landscapes. As you’re riding within the Royal Gorge trail system, you will have views that look down onto the North Fork of the American River, with views of Tinkers Knob and Anderson Peak, among other notable peaks visible while racing here.
Please come and join us for the biggest 8&24 hour cancer-combating MTB endurance race in the county!
REGISTRATION
Online registration http://www.bikereg.com/14767
Registration closes August 8, 2012. While entry’s are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events, we do allow transfers to other riders. To modify or transfer your entry please e-mail: lisa@auburnbikeworks.com
NO REFUNDS
Fee increase date: March 3, 2012. April 29, 2012. See BikeReg.com for amount details.
The deadline for registration is August 8th, 2011 or when we reach 1000 racers. NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION.
Transfers made less than 14 days prior to the event will be charged a $15.00 late transfer fee.
Categories
There will be two races running simultaneously: An 8 hour, and a 24 hour.
8 hour race categories:
- solo age classes (19-29, 30-39, 40-49 and 50-59)
- two person mixed gender teams
- tandem
- single speed
24 hour race categories:
- Pro class
- solo age classes (19-29, 30-39, 40-49 and 50-59)
- a variety of teams ranging from 2 to 12 racers (see registration page)
- single speed
Race Check-in
(Thursday, August 9, 2012 from 10:00am-6:00pm at Auburn Bike Works, 350 Grass Valley Hwy. Auburn, Ca.)
(Friday, August 10, 2012 from 3:00pm-8:00pm and Saturday, August 11, 2012 from 8:00am-10:30am at race site.) Racers may begin setting their tents up on Friday, August 10th, starting at 9:00am, NO SOONER!
If you’re checking in for someone else on your team, you will need to bring their SIGNED waiver to check-in. Click here for waiver form, print, fill out and bring to registration: globalbio-waiver-pdf NO LATE CHECK-IN’s!
Race Information
There will be a racer meeting Saturday, 11:00am sharp – team captains and all solo racers must attend. Solo racers start at 12:00pm. All teams start at 12:03pm.
Pit Logistics
Friday August 10, 2012 starting at 9:00 am. racers can starting coming in and sit up there pit area. Each team, or solo rider, can have ONE car in there pit area. PLEASE CARPOOL!!!.
There will be a designated areas just for the fundraising teams. 8 hour racers that need to leave will parked in a designated area so you can leave while the event is on. PLEASE THERE WILL BE NO SAVING PIT SPOTS FOR OTHER TEAMS OR OTHER VEHICLES ALLOWED. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.
As always parking is always a problem at all events of this size and for some unknown reason some people think they are the most special person on earth when it comes to parking, so please listen to the volunteers. (Anyone that may think they are special that does not follow the parking and pit rules will be asked to leave) There is only room for 30 trailers and RV’s. Trucks pulling trailers must un-hook and park trucks away from pit area. This means tent trailers also. First come on the trailer spots. WARNING!!! THE TRAILER SPACES FILL UP FAST!!!
Light Rental
Need lights? No worries! JetLites will be there to support you with a
full line of high-performance LED rental lights, a fully staffed charging
station, and good spirits to cheer you on through the night!
For more information about our light systems check us out on the web: http://www.jetlites.com
Cash and ID accepted on race day.
Donations
The Coolest 8/24 is a 501(c) non-profit event. Please help the fight against cancer by gathering pledges for your ride. donation-form1All donation checks should be made out to Coolest 24 Race Against Cancer. All dontations will benefit Sutter Auburn Faith Foundation. http://www.sutterauburnfaith.org/philanthropy/
The Oncology Nurse Navigator is responsible for implementing the cancer navigation program at Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital (SAFH) with an emphasis on breast cancer. The Navigator will work closely with referring physicians and radiologists to provide early detection and treatment for the patients, determines the needs of the cancer patient and facilitates access to appropriate in-house and community resources in a timely manner, helps patients understand the disease process, treatment options and through consultation planning, assist the patient in optimizing their visits with their physicians. Collaborates in the development and coordination of support functions related to cancer including but not limited to: multi-disciplinary Tumor Board, Breast Clinic, volunteer peer-to-peer support, support groups & counseling and patient education. Serves as a professional resource in the areas of breast health and breast care as well as other cancers as identified.
Donation Q & A
Q: HOW CAN I FUNDRAISE?
A: Fundraising at the Coolest 24 is done in many ways. There are donation forms on the web site you can download with the tax ID number on the form. This form can be used for anyone that donates money to The Coolest 24 Race Against Cancer. One rider can get donations per lap or teams can get donations per team, per lap. Some solo riders get up to $100.00 a lap. Each team can set a goal on how much they would like to raise. We have had solo riders raise up to $3,000 each year.
Q: HOW CAN I MAKE A DONATION ON RACE DAY
A: Donations can be giving at any time before, during or even after the event. Just ask any one of the volunteers that will be handling your registration check in on race day.
Q: HOW MUCH OF THE MONEY GOES TO THE CANCER FUND AND WHO BENEFITS?
A: 100% of all donations goes to the cancer fund of our choice. Each year we pick a cancer fund to donate to. This year the donations will go to The Sutter Foundation.
Prizes
All category winners will receive custom hoddies and custom awards and prizes. There must be a minimum of 5 people in a catagory to qualify for awards.
Raffle
There will be a raffle for a beach cruiser.
Event Location and Logistics
Location
The 24 Hour Race Against Cancer is held at Royal Gorge in Soda Springs, CA just north of the Sacramento area.
Start location will be at Summit Lodge in Royal Gorge.
Directions from Reno, NV:
Directions from Sacramento, CA:
Showers:
Hot showers will be available. There will be shower times posted on race day.
FIRES AND BBQ’s
Only raised fire pits and gas BBQ’s are allowed in the pit area. No fires on the ground.
Trash
Please NO GLASS BOTTLES. This year there will be a “pack in, pack out” policy for all trash.
Timing-Viewing
We have a racers viewing tent where racers can see their results after the second lap.
Food
Ice Lakes Lodge has a bar and restaurant with great lunch and dinner menus.
The old town of Truckee, CA is only within 12 miles from the race site for any extra gas, stores, banks and lodging.
http://www.summitrestaurantandbar.com/ We are located on Donner Pass Rd in the Old Donner Summit Lodge. We have the best food in town and a great beer selection too! Check it, click it.
Lodging:
For vacation rental homes for the weekend with rates starting as low as $300 for two night stay that sleep 8, go to : www.castlepeak.com Ice Lakes lodge also offers affordable lodging: www.icelakeslodge.com Rainbow Lodge is 15 minutes from race start, and has rooms for $99 plus tax, includes breakfast! The rate is based on double occupancy. You must mention you’re with the Tahoe-Sierra 100 to get the rate. You can make a reservation at: http://royalgorge.com/Reservations.asp?d=1&fv=7&b=-1&LodgeId=3
Local Hotels:
Click here for a full list of hotels/motels – including contact information.
Local Eats:
We are located on Donner Pass Rd in the Old Donner Summit Lodge. We have the best food in town and a great beer selection too! Check it, click it! http://www.summitrestaurantandbar.com/
Shipping your bike:
Racers can ship there race bikes to Auburn Bike Works and have them put together and have them shipped out for a small fee: Please contact Mike or Lisa at Auburn Bike Works at 530-885-3861.
Weather:
Weather in the Sierras can change in a moments notice, even in the middle of summer so PLEASE be prepared. Click this link for race location up to date info, and forecasts. http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/hdfForecast?query=soda+springs+ca&searchType=WEATHER
Pledges
Last year racers collected over $6,000 in pledges towards our cancer relief efforts. With so many participants this year we can easily quadruple that amount! If each racer were to collect pledges from friends of a mere $100 towards our efforts we would raise tens of thousands of dollars that would go a long ways towards the effort we put forth each year to provide for a wonderful cause.
I can’t tell you how important it is that we spend money at local establishments while invading these towns we have races in. We need the merchants support every year so we can keep coming back. PLEASE SPEND MONEY IN COOL WHILE YOU ARE HERE!
Memory Lane
If you have pictures of loved ones who have passed from cancer, and would like to share their memory with riders at the Coolest 24 Hour Race Against Cancer, please bring them to the event and we will place them on the trail for all to see. Even better - send them to us at:
Coolest 24 Hour “Memory Lane”
PO Box 3163
Auburn, CA 95604.
Pictures should be at least 6×10″
I hope this moves you like it did me! Jeff Servaites put together this time laps during the evening. You’re gonna love this! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gchm1dKPK8M
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