2012 Australian Interschools MTB Championships

Thredbo, NSW Friday 16th March to Sunday 18th March 2012


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2011 Australian Mountain Bike Interschools Results

2011 Interschools DH Results


2011 Interschools XC Results

2011 Interschools SC Results

2011 Interschools 4X Div 3 Results

 2011 Interschools 4X Div 2 Results

2011 Interschools 4X Div 1 Results

2011 Interschools 4X Girls Results

The 2011 Australian Interschools MTB Championships saw over 300 riders from over 50 schools compete in 4 different events. The weather, the camaraderie & the competition was fantastic. A memorable weekend was had by all. The Interschools Mountain Bike Championships gives riders a special chance to experience mountain biking and the enthusiasm and energy of this popular sport in a competitive, educational and supportive atmosphere.  The primary aim is to promote participation and evoke interest in competitive cycling in the younger generation.

Sth East MTB Co are excited to be carrying on the tradition of the Interschools Mountain Bike Championships. The 2012 Australian Interschools will be the fifteenth year the event has been run. The event is a joint venture between mountain biking’s governing body, Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) and Sth East MTB Co.

The proposed dates for the 2012 event are Friday 16th March to Sunday 18th March 2012. 

The Organisers

 • SE MTB Co is responsible for all registration, organization and information for the event.

• MTBA will be responsible for Event Insurance, sanctioning courses and for the adherence to UCI Technical Regulations.

• Thredbo Alpine Resort responsible for emergency back up and lift operation.

• SE MTB Co is responsible for the racing activity of all participants including registration, course set-up and presentations.

 Cancellations or Postponement:

The organisers reserve the right to cancel or postpone the Championships. In this unlikely event, School Coordinators will be notified on the Thursday prior to the advertised date of the race weekend.

The organisers reserve the right to postpone or cancel events during the Championships. This may occur due to bad weather or unsafe riding conditions.

The Events – entry fee covers all 4 events

 Downhill (DH):

The Downhill event tests rider’s bike handling ability, while descending a challenging course. Pedalling is used more for agility and balance. The course is accessed via Thredbo’s Kosciusko Express Chairlift. A full practice day is provided within the Entry Fee.

Dual Compressor (DC):

2 riders race side by side through gates and halfway down merge onto a flat track style course.

Cross Country (XC):

Cross Country tests rider’s ability to negotiate off road obstacles downhill, uphill and on the flats. The cross-country event tests aerobic fitness, physical endurance, strength and handling skills.


The Age Groups

 Divisions:

• Division One - Year 11 & 12 Male/Female

• Division Two - Year 9 & 10 Male/Female

• Division Three - Year 7 & 8 Male/Female

Teams:

• Teams are made up of three or four riders enrolled full time at a school campus.

• Results of the top three riders in each team will be used to establish Team ranking in the event entered.

• Teams must be single sex.

• A participant can only be a member of one team.

• Teams will compete in Divisions.

• Individuals or Teams may compete in a higher Division than their school year enrolment but not in a lower Division.

• Schools may enter more than one team in a Division.

Individuals:

Individuals are encouraged to enter. However they will not be eligible for a team prize unless they are part of a team.

Team Manager:

Each team will have a Team Manager, teacher or parent, agreed by the school to be responsible for the team.

 Insurance

 4.1 Public Liability:

Sth East MTB Co, Thredbo Alpine Resort and MTBA Public Liability Insurance coverage will cover the events and activities.

As a sanctioned school activity, school coordinators should investigate insurance provided by the school to their team members.

MTBA Day Licences will be available at Race Registration, from the Wilderness Coast and Snowy Mountains Bike Club. Cost $15 per rider.

Annual Junior MTBA Memberships will be available at $75 from Snowy Mountains Bike Club. Contact SE MTB Co for more info.

4.2 Personal injury and third party cover:

All members of MTBA do not have this cover while cycling, including competition.

Travel and Accommodation

Driving Time to Thredbo:

  •  6 hours from Sydney

  • 6 to 7 hours from Melbourne.

  • 2.5 hours from Canberra.

There is a $16 per car per day fee p;ayable at the Entry Gate on the way into Thredbo. Year round passes for all NSW National Parks are $85 and can be purchased at the gate.

 Accommodation in Thredbo:

There are a number of accommodation options on the mountains available at different prices from bunkrooms to luxury chalets. The Championships and the lead up weekends are off-peak times in the villages and there are some bargains to be had.

Click here for a special Interschools deal at Lantern Apartments

Thredbo Resort Centre                   1800 020 589.

Thredbo Accommodation Services    1800 810 982

Lantern Apartments                        1800 020 598

Visit Snowy Mountains                     02 6457 7132

House of Ullr                                 02 6457 6210

Candlelight Lodge                         1800 020 900

There are also 2 camping grounds located nearby. Ngairigo 10 minutes towards Jindabyne and Thredbo Diggings 15 minutes towards Jindabyne.

Training Camps & Hire

SE MTB Co will be conducting MTB skills clinics in the resort in the week leading up to the competition. The clinics are an ideal way to prepare and become oriented with the courses. Several of the world's top riders will be on hand to impart special race tips. A separate flyer will be sent out with clinic details.

SE MTB Co Thredbo has top quality Downhill and Cross Countrybikes available for rental before and during the Championships. All carry suspension and come with helmets and body armour packages.

See www.mountainbiking.com.au for more information.

MTBA and SE MTB Co require Downhill and 4X riders to use full face helmets at all times. A neck brace or body armour is strongly recommended. Full face helmets & body armour can be hired from SE MTB Co.

Please note that the hire equipment will book out so please book early to avoid disappointment.

South East Mountain Biking Company

MTB Camps

Training Information

Bike Hire

Equipment Hire

 Ph:    (02) 6457 6282

Web: mountainbiking.com.au

Email: info@mountainbiking.com.au

2010 Event Results

2009 Event Results