PEACH STATE MTB CHAmPIONSHIP
SUNDAY, OCT. 27
Kingston downs
rome
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL RACE SERIES
The Georgia Cycling Association Peach State Championship brings together the best from the East Conference and the West Conference for an epic showdown at Kingston Downs. This racecourse offers some FAST and fun machine-built single track, that was purpose-built for Georgia Cycling riders!
The course flows very well and has a challenging climb towards the beginning. Once you reach the halfway point, the trail descends, for the most part, and is super-fast all the way to the finish line. Did we mention downhill slope style switchbacks with berm turns and rollers? This exciting downhill ride into the finish area will make every student-athlete smile from ear to ear!
Kingston Downs
0 Gore Springs Road
Rome, GA 30161
RACE REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Student-athletes must be registered for the Peach State Championship by 10 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25.
Qualifying students who registered for the full series (all four regular-season races on a single transaction) will automatically receive complimentary registration into the Peach State Championship. For those who registered on a race-by-race basis, registration for the Peach State Championship will open at 4 p.m. on Monday, October 23.
QUALIFYING ATHLETES LIST
The Georgia Cycling Association will announce the list of student-athletes who have qualified to compete in the 2024 Peach State MTB Championship at 4 p.m. on Monday, October 23.
This list will be posted on our Facebook page and on this page. Check back on 10/23 for the list.
Progold Lubricants Parking options
Season Parking Permit - Available for purchase until 5 p.m. on August 15
Pay Once. Park Always. Season Parking Permit holders receive a hang tag to display from their vehicle’s rearview mirror. This hang tag enables you to park at all Georgia Cycling events without having to stop to do a transaction. Season Permits are $25. That’s a $25 savings over event day pricing!
SEASON PARKING PERMITS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Pre-Paid Championship Weekend Parking Pass - Available for purchase until 5 p.m. on October 22
Only attending Championship Weekend? Save time and money by purchasing your Championship Weekend Parking Pass online for $7. Give your name to the parking attendant when you arrive. Your parking pass will be ready for you to enter into the ProGold Lubricants Parking Lot. No having to carry cash! Buying online in advance saves you $3 over event day pricing!
Pay When You Arrive Parking Pass - Only option available on event day
Parking in the ProGold Lubricants Parking Lot is $10 per vehicle - CASH ONLY. Please help keep the line moving by having your $10 ready when you reach the parking lot attendant.
Your furry friend is welcome to attend this race; however, we have a few simple rules to keep in mind…
Dogs must remain on a leash at ALL times. Unleashed dogs and their owners may be asked to leave and not return.
Please clean up after your dog. Poop bags are not provided, so please bring your own supply.
Do not let your dog enter a Pit Zone tent for a team other than your own. Remember, most tents have food tables, which could be a tasty distraction.
this event is dog friendly…for friendly dogs
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
spectator RULES OF CONDUCT
We welcome the community to come and watch our events! Our athletes enjoy when there is an enthusiastic crowd, but we ask all spectators to follow a few simple rules. This will ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience.
STAY BEHIND THE RED TAPE: Keep your body and your belongings behind any tape with the Specialized Bicycles logo. If you lean over the tape to take a picture, you may inadvertently make contact with a rider.
BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS: Mountain bikes will be moving around you at high speeds, so please do not walk around looking at your phone! Stay alert and obey all crossing guard instructions when attempting to cross an active racecourse.
NO FLY ZONE FOR DRONES: Nobody may operate a drone at this race.
CHEER FOR EVERYONE: If there is a rider going by you, shout out words of encouragement! You don’t have to know the person to support them.
LEAVE NO TRACE: We are guests at Walter B. Williams, so please clean up after yourself and throw all trash in the proper receptacle. If you are in the forest, carry all trash out with you.
SPECTATOR AREAS
Looking for the best place to watch the race? We have created special spectator areas that offer prime viewing opportunities. Our spectator areas are marked on the interactive map above. Of course, you are welcome to watch the race wherever you feel comfortable, so long as it doesn’t interfere with the competition.
WATCH THE RACE FROM A HAMMOCK
A hammock in the woods provides an excellent vantage point to watch the race. Keep your hammock at least 10 feet away from the course and DO NOT stack your hammock. Violations of this policy may result in being asked to leave.
FOOD SERVICE
Martha’s Outpost
Pouring Coffee, Tea, and more from
7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
General Store
Selling snacks from
7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Scoops of Monroe
Scooping up Ice Cream from
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fair on Wheels
Serving lunch from
10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
COURSE OVERVIEW
HIGH SCHOOL COURSE: 5.6 MILES - Download GPX File
MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE: 5.6 MILES - Download GPX File
COURSE DIRECTION: Clockwise
RACE HQ
The Race HQ Tent is your source for all competition-related questions:
Race Plate Replacements
Questions related to rules
Filing a protest (Head Coach or Team Director only)
Emergency Medical Information
RACE PLATES
Each athlete will be provided with a single set of two race plates to use at all five races: one for the front of the bike, and one for the rider to place on their back. All race plates contain a timing chip, which tracks a rider’s time. Race plates must be completely vertical otherwise it could result in a timing error. Replacement number plates will be available at the Race HQ tent for $25.
RULE BOOK
Be prepared for race day! All coaches and athletes should be familiar with the 2024 Rule Book. Failure to abide by the rules outlined in the 2024 Georgia Cycling Rule Book could result in an individual or team penalty.
Georgia Cycling has a chief referee on site who will be enforcing all rules and regulations. Only a Head Coach or Team Director may file a protest at Race HQ.
NEUTRAL SUPPORT POWERED BY FREE-FLITE BICYCLES
While riders are expected to show up with a fully functional bike, mechanical issues can happen on race day. Free-Flite Bicycles is onsite with experienced and skilled mechanics to help assist student-athletes.
The Neutral Support Tent is located in the Midway and is marked on the interactive map above. Please note, that there are no complimentary replacement parts available. Free-Flite Bicycles may have a limited selection of replacement parts available for purchase. Parts are subject to availability.
HAMMER NUTRITION FEED ZONE
Nutrition and hydration are key in keeping Georgia Cycling Athletes safe and performing at their best on race day. The Hammer Nutrition Feed Zone is the only location on the course where food and drink can be given to active race participants. Coaches, parents, or other volunteers must use the feed zone.
High School Athletes: You may ride into the Hammer Nutrition Feed Zone between laps. Remember, you will be penalized for accepting food or drink outside of the Feed Zone boundaries during a race.
BIKE FETTISH PIT ZONE
The Bike Fettish Pit Zone is the base camp for all teams on race day. Each team has a space for tents, bikes, etc. This is a walking zone only! No bike riding in the Pit Zone. Vehicular access is restricted to those with a Pit Zone Pass. For teams competing on Saturday, load-in times are as follows:
Friday 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7 - 10 a.m.
Sunday: 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.
SPECIALIZED STAGING AREA
The Specialized Staging Area is the location where riders get lined up to enter the Specialized Starting Line. Student-athletes must follow the staging times posted below. If a rider is not in staging on time and misses their call up, they will automatically be placed in the back of the field with no exceptions.
Only one Coach per team is permitted into the staging area. This year, we will be marking the staging area with race tape. Everyone except the designated coach must stay on the outside of the race tape.
THE 3D WEARABLE WARM-UP ZONE
Warming up is crucial for young athletes to maximize performance and prevent injuries. A proper warm-up increases blood flow to muscles, improving flexibility and reducing the risk of strains and sprains. It also prepares the cardiovascular system for the intense physical exertion of racing, ensuring that the body is ready to handle the demands of the course. Additionally, warming up helps sharpen mental focus and concentration, enabling athletes to start the race with optimal readiness and confidence.
Utilize the 3D Wearable Warm-Up Zone to hone your skills and prepare your body for competition!
7:15 a.m. at Race HQ
The Coaches Meeting will provide an up-to-the-minute overview of race day. Since event information can shift at the last minute, at least one representative from every team must be present at this meeting.
COACHES
MEETING
RAFFLE
Support the Georgia Cycling Association by entering our exciting raffle, where you could win top-notch mountain biking gear! Not only do you get a chance to take home a fantastic prize, but every ticket purchased helps fuel our mission to empower young cyclists across the state.
Tickets are $5 for a single ticket or five tickets for $20
Tickets can be purchased at the General Store; card transactions only - no cash
Must be 18 years of age to purchase a raffle ticket
Winners will be announced by the public address announcer and the names will be published on this page. You do not need to be present to win.
| DRAW TIME | PRIZE | WINNER |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | COMING SOON | |
| 10:00 a.m. | ||
| 11:00 a.m. | ||
| 12:00 p.m. | ||
| 1:00 p.m. | ||
| 2:00 p.m. | ||
| 3:00 p.m. | ||
| High School Awards Ceremony | ||
| High School Awards Ceremony | ||
| High School Awards Ceremony |
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
| PEACH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP | ||
|---|---|---|
| SUNDAY | ||
| 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. | Pit Zone Load In | Must have permit to access Pit Zone |
| 7:15 a.m | Coaches Meeting | |
| 8:00 a.m. | RACE: 8th Grade Boys | |
| 8:30 a.m | RACE: 8th Grade Girls | |
| 9:15 a.m. | RACE: High School Boys: Varsity/JV-1 | |
| 11:00 a.m. | RACE: High School Girls | |
| 12:30 p.m. | RACE: High School Boys: Freshman | |
| 2:00 p.m. | RACE: High School Boys: JV-2 | |
| 3:45 p.m. | Peach State Championship Awards Ceremony | |
| PEACH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WAVE TIMES | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATEGORY | STARTS WITH # | STAGING TIME | START TIME | LAPS | LAP MILEAGE | TOTAL MILEAGE |
| 8th Grade Boys | 4000s | 7:40 a.m | 8:00 a.m | 1 | 5.6 miles | 5.6 miles |
| 8th Grade Girls | 7000s | 8:15 a.m | 8:30 a.m | 1 | 5.6 miles | 5.6 miles |
| Varsity Boys | 50-99 | 8:55 a.m. | 9:15 a.m. | 4 | 5.6 miles | 22.4 miles |
| JV-1 Boys | 200-349 | 8:55 a.m. | 9:20 a.m. | 3 | 5.6 miles | 16.8 miles |
| Varsity Girls | 01-49 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | 3 | 5.6 miles | 16.8 miles |
| JV-1 Girls | 100-199 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:05 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| Freshman Girls | 900s | 10:45 a.m. | 11:10 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| JV-2 Girls | 350-499 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| Freshman Boys | 1000s | 12:10 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| JV-2 Boys | 500-899 | 1:40 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
*Pull times remain at the discretion of event officials and are subject to change to ensure course and rider safety.
CITY & LODGING
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ON-SITE CAMPING
Sleep under the stars! Reserve your spot in the Georgia Cycling Family Campground: $10 per car/truck or $20 for an RV/Camper.
Camping passes must be purchased online in advance. No on-site transactions.
This is primitive camping; no water, sewer, or power hookups. Your camping fee covers the entire weekend; both Friday and Saturday nights. It is the same price whether you use one night or both nights.