2022
Arkansas NICA Race 2
September 24-25
Cedar Glades Park, Hot Springs, AR
461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913
2022
NICA Race 2
September 24-25
Cedar Glades Park, Hot Springs, AR
461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913
RACE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Cedar Glades is a city park. We will start in a large open area on top of the hill near the climbing tower and descend down into the trail system. Expect some small climbs, a few rocks, roots and some "brown ice" (pine straw). The course is typically fast and flowing. Riders will enjoy some good pedaling - and cornering skills are a must!
PRE-RIDE
The course will be open for pre-ride Saturday afternoon (2:00 - 5:00 PM). THERE IS NO RACE DAY PRE RIDE. We strongly recommend that all racers pre-ride the course and bring a map, plenty of water, cell phone and not ride alone. Most teams ride together. Please pass course workers with great care and stay off the course on race weekend except during the above times.
VOLUNTEER AT OUR RACES
Volunteers are the backbone of our league and make our events possible. Please consider volunteering at this race, we guarantee you’ll love it, money-back guarantee! Click HERE to sign up for a volunteer position at this race. If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@arkansasmtb.org.
Race 2 Home Teams: Hot Springs, North Little Rock, Cabot, Little Rock Composite, Catholic, Conway, Southwest Arkansas
PARKING
Parking areas will be down by the RC track and also near the R/C airport.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Camping
Primitive tent camping is available onsite! NO RV's will be allowed due to parking constraints.
FOOD SERVICE
Food service Trucks will be available on-site Saturday and Sunday
GRIT
There will be a GRIT fun ride at 1:00 pm Saturday.
Sunday we will have fun activities at the GRIT tent. Bring your noisemakers and be prepared to cheer on everyone!
Schedule and Race Details
Saturday, September 24
9:00 AM Volunteers arrive for course & infield setup
1:00 PM GRIT Ride /Registration opens
2:00 PM Course opens for pre ride (all riders and coaches must have number plates) No exceptions!
4:00 PM Registration closes (no Sunday registration)
5:00 PM Course Closes for pre-ride
Sunday, September 25
7:00 AM Check-In & Lost Plate Opens | Pit Zone open to vehicle access for unloading in designated areas
7:30 AM Coaches meeting (mandatory for each team)
8:30 AM Races Begin
11:30 AM Approximate time for morning wave awards
2:30 PM Racing concludes and teardown of course
3:00 PM Afternoon Wave awards ceremony
Pit Zone opens for vehicle access in designated loading areas. One vehicle per team
Race Waves
Call Up Order
| Start Time | Category (Race Numbers) | Laps | Miles |
| 9:00AM 9:03AM |
Middle School Boys Level 3 Middle School Girls Level 3 |
2 LAPS 2 LAPS |
6 MILES 6 MILES |
| 9:25AM 9:35AM 9:45AM |
Middle School Boys Level 2- 8th Grade Middle School Boys Level 2- 6/7th Grade Middle School Boys Level 1- 8th Grade |
1 LAP 1 LAP 1 LAP |
3 MILES 3 MILES 3 MILES |
| 10:00AM 10:10AM |
Middle School Boys Level 1- 7th Grade Middle School Boys Level 1- 6th Grade |
1 LAP 1 LAP |
3 MILES 3 MILES |
| 10:20AM 10:30AM |
Middle School Girls Level 2 Middle School Girls Level 1 |
1 LAP 1 LAP |
3 MILES 3 MILES |
| 11:30AM | 9th Grade Boys | 2 LAPS | 6 MILES |
| 12:15PM | JV2 Boys | 2 LAPS | 6 MILES |
| 1:00PM 1:03PM |
Varsity Boys JV3 Boys |
4 LAPS 3 LAPS |
12 MILES 9 MILES |
| 2:00PM 2:03PM 2:06PM |
Varsity Girls JV2 Girls 9th Grade Girls |
3 LAPS 2 LAPS 2 LAPS |
9 MILES 6 MILES 6 MILES |
9:00AM Middle School Boys Level 3
2 LAPS, 6 MILES
9:03AM Middle School Girls Level 3
2 LAPS, 6 MILES
9:25AM Middle School Boys Level 2-8th Grade
1 LAP, 3 MILES
9:35AM Middle School Boys Level 2-6/7th Grade
1 LAP, 3 MILES
9:45AM Middle School Boys Level 1-8th Grade
1 LAP, 3 MILES
10:00AM Middle School Boys Level 1-7th Grade
1 LAP, 3 MILES
10:10AM Middle School Boys Level 1-6th Grade
1 LAP, 3 MILES
10:20AM Middle School Girls Level 2
1 LAP, 3 MILES
10:30AM Middle School Girls Level 1
1 LAP, 3 MILES
11:30AM 9th Grade Boys
2 LAP, 6 MILES
12:15PM JV2 Boys
2 LAP, 6 MILES
1:00PM Varsity Boys
4 LAP, 12 MILES
1:03PM JV3 Boys
3 LAP, 9 MILES
2:00PM Varsity Girls
3 LAP, 9 MILES
2:03PM JV Girls
2 LAP, 6 MILES
2:06PM 9th Grade Girls
2 LAP, 6 MILES
PETITIONS FOR CATEGORY PLACEMENT
Those petitioning for exceptions to the category placement must do so by Tuesday August 31 at 11:59 PM. Petitions forms must be emailed to League Director Terry Coddington. Race day petitions will not be accepted.
2022 RACING FEES
Riders can purchase a four race package for $120 before August 1. Discount is applied when all four races are in a student athlete’s pit zone cart at the same time.
| RACING FEES | REGISTRATION | LATE FEE AT RACE+ |
| League registration (annual) |
$90 | $10 |
|
Race Entry |
$40 | $10 |
REGISTRATION INFORMATION – PLATE PICK-UP
Saturday 9/25, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Sunday 9/26, 8:00 – 9:00 AM (No day of registration/lost or plate issues only)
Make your race day more enjoyable and avoid long lines and late fees by registering in advance online! Double-check that you are registered and race ready in the NICA Pit Zone before pre-registration closes.
RACE READY CHECKLIST
If you have not been invited to register yet in the NICA Pit Zone contact your Team Director. Independent riders contact your League Director at terry@arkansasmtb.org. For questions regarding the NICA Pit Zone contact registration services at registration@nationalmtb.org. Note: Online pre-registration will close Tuesday at midnight prior to each race.
On-site registration will be available at the registration booth for riders who do not complete pre-registration on Saturday from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Please note on-site registration will result in late fees of $10 for League Registration and $10 for Race Registration. Race plates will be $10 to replace if you lose or forget your race plate.
Contact Terry Coddington with questions or problems.
OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES
- Vehicles are not allowed in the team pit and infield area during the race. One vehicle per team may drop equipment during designated times.
- No Smoking or alcohol is allowed in the team pit or infield areas.
- No inappropriate language allowed in the team pit and infield areas.
- Any conflicts and/or disputes with any race official or volunteer shall not be dealt with in the team pit area.
- Any violation of the above rules may result in a team penalty and/or expulsion from the team pit and infield area.
- No gasoline generators and no open fires inside the team pit area, please.
- Keep dogs on leashes at all times and clean up after your dogs.
- No more than 2 hammocks per tree, and no closer than 5 feet from the race course.
- Please pack out what you pack in. No garbage receptacles will be provided.
- Review our Refund and Weather Policy HERE.
- All racing will be governed by the NICA Rulebook
- Contact Glenn France, Race Director, with any race questions: glenn@arkansasmtb.org.
- Contact Terry Coddington, League Director, with any league or team questions: terry@arkansasmtb.org
- We hope all racers and their families will stay after the race for the award ceremony!
The Arkansas Interscholastic Cycling League is a Project League of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth development organization, building strong mind, body, character and community, guided by the principles of inclusivity and equality. The league promotes interscholastic mountain bike racing, provides training and education to new teams and coaches, and offers a comprehensive infrastructure to grow youth cycling in a professional, safe and engaging manner.
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