The 2023 Giant Scott Cycles Karratha 6-Hour mountain bike race will take place on 17th June – perfect timing to make the most of the ideal cooler weather conditions in Karratha. The main event runs from 1500hrs until 2100hrs with the start/finish and Event Village at the BMBC facilities located within the Karratha BMX Track on Rosemary Road, Karratha.
The event concludes with presentations and a social post-race wind down. Food and drinks are available at the BMBC Event Village. Specific event details will be released closer to the event date.
HOW IT WORKS
The object of the race is to ride as many laps of the course as possible in the allotted 6 hour time limit. Riders can participate as individuals or in teams. If you are riding in a team of 2 or more there is no set formula. Your team gets to choose who rides when, how many laps and who is supplying the refreshments.
Categories for the 2023 Giant Scott Cycles Karratha 6-Hour include:
- Solo Male
- Solo Female
- Veteran Male
- Veteran Female
- eMTB Male
- eMTB Female
- Teams Male
- Teams Female
- Teams Mixed
- Teams Junior
- Teams Junior Social
- Teams Social
All teams are encouraged to have a team name and come up with a theme or costume. There are prizes for the team that has the best outfits.
THE COURSE
The 2023 Giant Scott Cycles Karratha 6-Hour course consists of a loop or series of loops with distances between 6 and 10 kilometres. A feed station will be available in the transition area and riders/teams can establish camp in the Event Village. Vehicle movement into and out of the Event Village is restricted to ensure rider and spectator safety. Vehicles will be able to remain in the village area but will have to do so for the duration of the race unless in dire emergency.
Check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izWaHGRFFNU and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1w6AGig6gQ for some footage of riding around Karratha.
Parts of this have been included in previous 6-Hour courses. Karratha riding tends to be hard on tyres with lots of sharp-edged rocks. Whether riding tubes or tubeless the great majority are also running with sealant. Most riders are on dual suspension bikes. Riders are encouraged to wear protective gear such as gloves, elbow and knee guards in addition to the mandatory helmet.
REGISTRATION
Registration opens 6 weeks prior to the event and is promoted on Facebook, our website www.burrupmtb.com and via email to members and past competitors.
PRIZES
Prizes may be awarded. These are dependent on the level of sponsorship each event receives.
FOR OUT-OF-TOWN RIDERS
Accommodation
There are several accommodation options in Karratha including backpackers, worker camps, caravan parks and a variety of hotels. There is a caravan park located conveniently located next door to the Karratha BMX track which provides camping and cabins. Search for Discovery Parks – Pilbara. For other accommodation options and more information on Karratha and the surrounds check out the Karratha Visitor Centre – https://www.karrathaiscalling.com.au/
Transport
Karratha is serviced by all major car rental companies. If you are flying to Karratha and require pick up and drop off only, Karratha does have a taxi service and its own version of Uber; Huber.
Bike Shop
Club sponsor Scott Cycles has a good range of mountain bikes, parts and accessories and are available to help with all your mountain biking needs.
Other Shopping
Karratha is serviced by both major supermarket chains, Kmart, Target and numerous specialty stores. Most things are generally available however if you have any particular nutritional requirements for your race you should confirm availability prior or bring it with you.