EcoBike Adventures began electrifying high-end mountain bikes in 2011, initially inspired by the desire to recover from injury while still being active. They quickly realized the potential of electric bikes to provide a totally one-of-a-kind outdoor experience and turned into a dedicated electric bike adventure tours business. They have operated guided electric bike tours in Whistler, Moab, and now at Beckwourth, California, in the Sierra Valley.
Now, EcoBike Adventures has team up with the Super Fun Outdoors Adventure series to produce the Lost Sierra Adventure Expo and Basecamp featuring the 3rd Annual Electric Bike Race! Test your skills and push innovation to the next level.
WHEN:
Practice: July 6, 2018 (10 AM to 5 PM)
Race: July 7, 2018 (9 AM to 5 PM)
RACE FORMATS (to be announced at event and dependent upon number of racers):
This is an Enduro Trail race format with timed interval starts. This event is designed similarly to an MTB All-Mountain race or a Dirt bike trail race, which will test the bike and its rider’s limits. The course is 6.5-13 miles of single track winding throughout our 1500 acre property. The Top 3 in each category will be awarded so be prepared to strategize how to manage your battery, motor, and drivetrain to finish the race.
If you don’t have an electric mountain bike, Eco Bike Adventures can provide a class one.
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Pedal Assist Open
- This event is open to all pedelec/pedal-assist bikes only.
- No throttle option will be allowed on the bike unless proven that the throttle mechanism is disconnected.
- Your bike must be in good operating condition and bikes will be inspected prior to race start to ensure compliance.
- Race format will be determined by the course design and the number of riders.
- For the Pro Class, there is no age division, skill class, or power limit – hence the definition of our “Open” category.
- Podium is 1st to 3rd
Throttle Assist Open
- This event is open to all electric bikes (must have crank & pedals) that have a throttle assist feature.
- To participate in this event you will be required to be comfortable at higher speeds on the trails and around other riders at the same time.
- Your bike must be in good operating condition and bikes will be inspected prior to race start to ensure compliance.
- Race format will be determined by the course design and the number of riders
- There is no age division, skill class, or power limit – hence the definition of our “Open” category.
- Podium is 1st to 3rd
Kids Trail Race
We will have several age divisions:
- 13 and under (Boys/Girls)
- 16 and under (Boys/Girls)
Based on the number of riders, boys and girls classes maybe combined.
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- We will have a select group of bikes available to race on if you do not have your own e-bike.
- To participate in this event you will be required to demonstrate the ability to ride a bicycle
proficiently. - Be comfortable and capable of handling a bike at higher than regular pedaling speeds.
- We will have several bikes available for the kids but if you are utilizing your own bike, it must be
in good operating condition and bikes will be inspected prior to race start to ensure compliance. - Race format will be determined by the course design. Expect it to be a timed interval start to
ensure safety. - Podium is 1st to 5th
Adaptive Race
Calling all electric handcycles and recumbent trikes! The Lost Sierra Electric Bike Race welcomes racers with pedal assist and full throttle adaptive bikes. This category will be raced together and scored separately (pedal assist and full throttle).
100 Meter Drag Race
The electric bike version of a 1⁄4 mile drag race, this is a straightforward 100 meter off-road drag race against other racers. The Top 3 will be awarded so expect to strategize how to manage your motor, drivetrain, and legs. Dependent upon number of racers we may be able to create PAS and Throttle groups.
Long Jump Challenge
The classic challenge of who can jump the furthest. A small ramp will be positioned for riders to attempt the furthest jump calculated by landing distance from ramp. For safety reasons, this will be an exhibition event and by invitation only.
Best in Show e-Bike Build
We want to see what people are dreaming up for their perfect electric bike, so bring your best engineering and creativity to the stage and display your work of art. The best in show will be awarded.
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