Cactus Hugger
Hurricane, UT
April 18, 2020
One of the Most Scenic Desert Courses
The race will utilize much of the well renowned Jem Trail, which is a rider favorite in Utah for its fast, flowing nature, as well as sections of the Cryptobiotic and Hurricane Cliffs trails all linked together with some sections of BLM dirt road for an 8.5 mile lap of ripping terrain.
Tips for pre-riding the course
Access the course from the Sheep Bridge side. Head up like you’re going to Zion, then turn off in Virgin on Sheep Bridge road and proceed to the course.
Venue: JEM Trail System
Address: Hurricane, Utah
Address: Hurricane, Utah
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Lap Distance
8.5 Miles
Elevation Gain
550
Course Map
Race Info
Registration
Advance Registration: Ends April 14th at 11 PM
Elite Men and Women - $55Other Adult - $50
Junior Men and Women - $40
Shredders & Lil Shredders - $20
Late Registration:
Elite Men and Women - $65Other Adult - $60
Junior Men and Women - $50
Shredders & Lil Shredders - $30
Friday, April 17, 2020: Late Registration and Packet Pick-Up
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Red Rock Bicycle Co.
Corner of 100 S and Bluff St.
St. George, UT
**The race starts early, If possible, please pick your packet up on Friday.**
Saturday, April 18, 2020
1st Wave Packet Pickup 7:30 to 8:30 am
2nd Wave Packet Pickup 9:45 - 10:45 am.
Packet pick-up on race morning will be right next to the starting line.
Start Time / Distance
Wave 1
| Start Time | Category | Lap(s) | Distance* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Lil' Shredders (9 and Under) | 1 (small) | Mini Course |
| 9:00 a.m. | Shredder Boys (Up to 12) | 2 (small) | ~3-5 miles |
| 9:01 a.m. | Shredder Girls (Up to 12) | 2 (small) | ~3-5 miles |
| 9:30 a.m. | JV Boys | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:31 a.m. | Fresh/Soph Boys | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:33 a.m. | Sport Women Open | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:34 a.m. | Sport Women 35-49 | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:34 a.m. | Sport Women 50+ | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:35 a.m. | JV Girls | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:36 a.m. | Novice Men | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:37 a.m. | Fresh/Soph Girls | 2 | 14 miles |
| 9:38 a.m. | Novice Women | 1 | 7 miles |
| 9:32 a.m. | JH Boys | 1 | 7 miles |
| 9:39 a.m. | JH Girls | 1 | 7 miles |
Wave 2
| Start Time | Category | Lap(s) | Distance* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 a.m. | Elite Men | 4 | 28 miles |
| 11:01 a.m. | Varsity Boys | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:02 a.m. | Expert Men (Open) | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:03 a.m. | Expert Men (40-49) | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:04 a.m. | Elite Women | 4 | 28 miles |
| 11:05 a.m. | Singlespeed | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:06 a.m. | Varsity Girls | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:07 a.m. | Expert Men (50-59) | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:08 a.m. | Expert Women Open | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:09 a.m. | Singlespeed Women | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:10 a.m. | Expert Women 40-49 | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:11 a.m. | Expert Women 50+ | 3 | 21 miles |
| 11:12 a.m. | Expert Men (60+) | 2 | 14 miles |
| 11:13 a.m. | Expert Women (60+) | 2 | 14 miles |
| 11:14 a.m. | Sport Men Open | 2 | 14 miles |
| 11:15 a.m. | Sport Men (35-49) | 2 | 14 miles |
| 11:16 a.m. | Sport Men (50+) | 2 | 14 miles |
| *Lap distance subject to change. **If there are less than 10 racers in each category, categories may be combined. |
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Race Day
Race Day Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:30 -8:30 am | 1st Wave Check In, Registration, Packet Pickup |
| 8:30 am | 1st Wave Races Start (See the "start/distances" tab for specific category time) |
| 9:45 - 10:45 am | 2nd Wave Check In, Registration, Packet Pickup |
| 11 am | 2nd Wave Races Start (See the "start/distances" tab for specific category time) |
Race Start Location
JEM TrailheadUT-59 Virgin, Utah
Directions to Start/Finish:
From St. George head North on I-15. Take the Hurricane Exit #16. Take UT-9 into Hurricane and continue to La Verkin. Turn right to stay on UT-9 headed toward Zion National Park. From the right hand turn, it is 4.9 miles to Sheep Bridge Road. Turn right onto Sheep Bridge. Follow Sheep Bridge Road to the venue. There you will find us!
Accommodations
Camping
On-site Camping Available
Kolob BLM Campground
Amenities include:- Tent Camping
- Water
- Pets Welcome
