Dates: October 3 through December 18, 1999, as listed belowTimes: Registration from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 10 a.m. start for “A”, “B” and “C; If large fields, some delay may be expected for B and A
Courses: As below: dirt, mud, trails, open land, stairs, pavement; obstacles (artificial and natural) to force dismounts.
Distances: "C" race is 30 minutes plus one lap; "B" race is 45 minutes plus one lap; "A" race is 60 minutes plus one lap.
Categories: Three Categories: Self categorized: "C" riders are new to cyclocross, and should move up to "B" by end of season. "B" riders are those that are experienced. "A" riders are expert. USCF license is not necessary for Southern Mines Series, but is required for the Nationals.
Points: Given to the top ten in each category. Points are transferable to the next category up if you move up, but are only worth half as much in the next higher category. (4C=2B=1A). Point/place values: 1-10th: 20,16,13,11,9,7,5,3,2,1, May be Double Points at final race Dec 18.
Merchandise prize values (series overall only): "A"- $300; "B"- $200; "C"- $100. Prizes to 6th in each category. Must be present at final race to be awarded prizes. One race's results will be tossed out for each rider.
Entries: $15 per rider per day ($10 for Juniors). (Includes NCNCA surcharges). No late fees. . Enter at race only. Juniors (under 18) must have parent's signature on NCNCA entry form/release. One form for entire race series. No license necessary.
Course Locations: CALL EACH WEEK TO CONFIRM SITE!!!
A RACE MAY BE ADDED TO THIS SCHEDULE AFTER SEPTEMBER 30.October 3, Sunday: Vallecito, CA … Hwy 4, 6 miles east of Angels Camp, CA at Parrotts Ferry Road
October 9, Saturday: Angels Boat Ramp at New Melones Reservoir (Glory Hole Area), Hwy 4 just south of Angels Camp, CA
November 6, Saturday: Big Meadows Campground, Hwy 4, 40 miles east of Angels Camp, CA (above Dorrington, CA)
December 18, Saturday: Cover’s Apple Ranch, Cherokee Road, Tuolumne, CA
Race date to be added: Rapetti Ranch, Skunk Ranch Road, Murphys, CA
Further Info: Velo Promo, 19780 Soulsbyville Road, Soulsbyville, CA 95372.
(209) 533-4996. velopro1@sonnet.com