OCTOBER 3, 2020
Youth XC
Mountain Bike Races
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
Waddell, AZ
**COVID-19 Guidelines** - We will be adhering to some specific guidelines for this event. Please see our Aravaipa Event Safe document for these. We will require face coverings in our staging area for all attendees up until race start and again after you finish.
Announcing a new event just for youth riders! This will be a cross country style event for ages 6-18 on the Sonoran Loop Competitive Track at White Tank Mountain Regional Park.
Please see our waves below for details on start times, divisions and course details! Wave start times are subject to some changes as we get closer to race day depending on participant sign-ups. This is our first youth / juniors event so we welcome feedback. Award (medals) will go five deep for each gender in each two year age category.
We are looking for a few volunteers for this event.
You can signup here!
RACE SUMMARY
Location
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd
Waddell, AZ 85355
Our start/finish line is located in the Sonoran Loop Competitive Track.
Start Times
Updated 10/1/2020
6:15AM – 17-18 Boys
6:20AM - 17-18 Girls
7:10AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 1
7:13AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 2
7:16AM - 15-16 Boys Wave 3
7:19AM – 15-16 Girls
8:05AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 1
8:08AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 2
8:11AM - 13-14 Boys Wave 3
8:14AM – 13-14 Girls
8:50AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 1
8:55AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 2
9:00AM – 11-12 Girls
9:35AM – 9-10 Boys
9:40AM – 9-10 Girls
10:05AM - Under 9 Boys
10:10AM – Under 9 Girls
Sunrise
6:00 AM - Begin Civil Twilight
6:25 AM - Sunrise
REGISTRATION
Entry Fees*
| Until 9/29 | After 9/29 | |
| Under 9 | $25 | $30 |
| Age 9-14 | $30 | $35 |
| Age 15-18 | $30 | $35 |
Registration Options
Online via Ultra Signup
Printable Form
Entrant Limit
20 Riders Per Wave
Thursday Bib Pickup
Thursday, October 1
5:00-6:00PM
Aravaipa Rides HQ
2401 S. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Race Morning Bib Pickup
Saturday, October 3
5:45-10:00 AM
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
2034 W. White Tank Mountain Rd.
Waddell, AZ 85355
Online registration closes on 9/29 at 11:59 PM. If spots are available, registration will be available at packet pickup and on site race day.
COURSE INFO
Course Summary
The Venom XC Races feature a short course (3.5 miles) for the Under 9 age group, a one loop long loop course (4.9 miles) for 9-10 year olds, a two lap long course (9.8 miles) for ages 11-14 & a three lap long course (14.7 miles) for ages 15-18.
The loop is comprised of the Main Track of the Sonoran Competitive Loop with a mix of wider rolling desert terrain and some portions of more narrow single track.
Course Map
Venom Short Course
A 3.5 mile loop in White Tank Mountain Regional Park.
Interactive Map on CalTopo
Short Course Elevation Profile
210 feet of climb & descent per loop.
Venom Long Course
A 4.9 mile loop in White Tank Mountain Regional Park.
Interactive Map on CalTopo
Long Course Elevation Profile
303 feet of climb & descent per loop.
AWARDS
Podium Medals
Top five in each age category (boys & girls) will receive a medal. We will combine the results if there are multiple waves / heats into one set of results for each age group. Age groups are calculated based upon age on race day.
Awards are handmade in Phoenix, Arizona by Aravaipa Artworx!
RACE VILLAGE
Feed Tent
We will have a feed tent directly on course at our start/finish race village that is easily accessible each lap of the course. We'll be ready to serve you water, ice, electrolyte drinks and some pre-packaged snacks during the event.
Event Partners
We may feature activation areas for event partners and sponsors on site if COVID restrictions allow. If you are interested in becoming a partner for an event or the entire series, please contact us.
Camping
We unfortunately cannot offer camping on site for this event due to COVID restrictions, but you may contact White Tank Mountain Regional Park for reservations in other parts of the park. If you. participate in the previous night's Vertigo Night Rides, limited camping may be available on site.
Medical
We will have trained EMT's on site for the duration of the event in case of any medical emergency.
DETAILED INFORMATION
Race Day Schedule
Please arrive early to park, check in and spin out prior to your ride. Restroom facilities are located at the start/finish area.
5:30AM - Registration Opens
6:00AM - Begin Civil Twilight
6:15AM – 17-18 Boys
6:20AM - 17-18 Girls
6:25AM - Sunrise
7:10AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 1
7:13AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 2
7:16AM - 15-16 Boys Wave 3
7:19AM – 15-16 Girls
8:05AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 1
8:08AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 2
8:11AM - 13-14 Boys Wave 3
8:14AM – 13-14 Girls
8:50AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 1
8:55AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 2
9:00AM – 11-12 Girls
9:35AM – 9-10 Boys
9:40AM – 9-10 Girls
10:05AM - Under 9 Boys
10:10AM – Under 9 Girls
11:00AM - All Races End
Location
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
Sonoran Loop Competitive Track
20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd.
Waddell, AZ 85355
White Tank Mountain Regional Park is located at the very west end of Olive Ave about 15 miles west of the 101 (Agua Fria Highway).
NORTH: Take Highway 303 south and exit at PEORIA AVE. Turn right from the off-ramp and travel west for 1 mile on Peoria Ave to Cotton Lane. Turn left (south) onto Cotton Lane until you get to Olive Ave. Turn right (west) on Olive Ave and continue 4 miles to the park gate.
SOUTH: Take Highway 303 north and exit at NORTHERN AVE. Turn left (west) at the light and off-ramp onto Northern Ave, traveling west for 1 mile to Cotton Lane. Turn right (north) onto Cotton lane and travel 1 mile to Olive Ave. Turn left (west) onto Olive Ave and continue for 4 miles to the park gate.
Parking
Remember the park now charges a $7 park entry fee per vehicle.
Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) available on race evening for a smooth entry process. Maricopa County Parks also offers an Annual Pass for $85. Carpool to save!
Weather
Expect a beautiful morning that could warm up in the later waves. We will monitor and have plenty of ice on hand.
Timing
All races will be chip timed with a disposable timing chip attached to you bike bib that should be attached to the front of your handlebars. Live results will be available during the event at Aravaipa Live
Course Marking
The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with signs. In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging and RED reflective WRONG WAY signs will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All riders are responsible for understanding the layout of the course. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or print a map to bring along with you.
Aid Stations
In addition to a fully stocked drink and feed station at the start/finish line at the Sonoran Loop Competitive Track, there will be one water and electrolyte remote aid station located along the long Loop that riders will pass by every loop. Our main aid station will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks, and some snacks.
Camping
Camping is not allowed for this event due to White Tank Mountain Regional Park request except for those participating in the Vertigo Night Rides the evening before.
Mountain Biking and Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations. We do recycle and participate in the Terracycle program where we recycle used nutrition packets and gel wrappers. Please deposit them in the specified container at the feed station.
Trail Etiquette
Remember to always remain on designed trails, no short cutting.
If you decide to use headphones, please be respectful of riders behind you attempting to pass.
As a general rule, when passing a rider, announce, “on your left.” Remain in control and respect the other participants.
Everyone is after the same goal here so let’s be respectful of each other’s races and have fun.
Pets
For the safety of all, no pets are allowed on-course. Any pets at the race must be on a leash at all times, respect park rules, and be supervised.
Volunteers
If you would like to join our volunteer team, we are looking for help with event setup, aid station, and event breakdown. Volunteer perks include a piece of Aravaipa merchandise or race goody and Aravaipa Race Credits. You can see our current opportunities and signup here: Venom Volunteer Form.
RESULTS
Results
2020 | Results
PHOTOGRAPHY
Event Photos
2020 | Let's Wander Photography
VERTIGO NIGHT RIDES
Vertigo Weekend!
We will have a night ride the evening before featuring a 7 mile, 3 hour and 6 hour.
Vertigo Night Rides Website
Vertigo Night Rides Registration
