South Canoe Youth Race
   
  
  
   
    The Shuswap Bike Club is proud to be hosting a free, fun, one-day youth race. The race is open to riders from anywhere up to the age of 17.
   
  
  
   
    When: Saturday, September 23, 2023
   
  
  
   
    Tentative schedule:
   
  
  
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    9am - check-in, bike check, warm up
   
 
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    10am - cross-country race
   
 
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    12pm - mid-day snacks!
   
 
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    1pm - downhill race
   
 
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    2pm - BBQ and awards
   
 
  
  
   Race routes are tbd but will vary depending on the category.
  
  
   
    Awards and Prizes:
   
  
  
   There will be prizes for top riders in each category as well as some fun door prizes.
  
  
   Also, raffle tickets are available for purchase for a chance to win a 2016
   
    Liv Intrigue
   
   mountain bike! Tickets are $5, proceeds to the Shuswap Bike Club. Huge thanks to the Broadwells for their generous donation.
  
  
   Please make sure your bike is in good working order!
  
  
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    mountain bike that is the appropriate size and suitable for ups and downs
   
 
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    brakes that will work on steep hills
   
 
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    gears that shift smoothly and will be easy enough for steep climbs
   
 
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    tires with knobby tread to grip on loose trails
   
 
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    all the bolts are tight and wheels turn smoothly and are not warped
   
 
  
  
   
    Many thanks to the sponsors that are making this a free event for the kids!