DOG RIVER SUPER D
May 28, 2023 | Dog River Trail | Mt. Hood, Oregon
Another year of the Dog River Super D returns! Dog River Super D or Dog River DH (yes, it used to be a DH race on a shortened course without the mile long climb) has been around since the dawn of man. We've held the race on the current course in a Super-D format since 2015. This race is a one-run race all about pinning single track as fast as you can, conquering the mid-race climb, and having a good time. Doesn't matter how fast you are, this one is just about having fun in the woods.
LOCATION
Just north east of Mt. Hood and part of the 44 trails network. We'll be meeting at the Dog River Trailhead & parking lot on Hwy 35
Get directions to the trailhead here
Please note: E-bikes are not permitted on the 44-trails network and thus, not allowed to be raced at the Dog River Super D.
THE COURSE
The Dog River Super D course consists of a fast 1-mile downhill stretch with pocketed corners, good sightlines followed by a 1-mile gradual climb. Once you're through the climb, it's back to a mix of high speed descending with one techy rock chute (dubbed the 'The Hilary Step') and some technical switchbacks to keep you on your toes towards the end of the course.Race course stats: nearly 3000' of descending and 800' of climbing. The current course record is 22:12.
Check out the Trailforks map & description
You can also get a taste for the course by following along on a race run. (climbing section is from 2:35 to 13:30)
RACING FOR ALL
Categories to cover all racers, regardless of age or skill level. All juniors age 9-13 race for free.
Categories
Pro men and women
Amateur men and women 19-39
Open Men and women 40+
Junior 14-18 men and women
Junior 9-13 men and women
RACE FORMAT
Racers start 2 min apart from one another. This is a one-race-run race - no stages, or re-runs (unless special circumstances arrises.) Pro categories race first followed by amateur classes.
The course will be marked & taped in two key places, there is no opportunity for riders to cut the course. Safety personal will be on course and the course will get some work done to it prior to the race.
RACE PRIZES
There will be prizes for all podium finishers, but also raffle prizes that all racers have a chance to win. No matter how good or bad your race run goes, everyone should have a chance to win something rad.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
- Meeting at Dog River trailhead at 8:00-8:30am on Sunday, May 28th
- Practice run at 9am (optional) - we’ll begin shuttling racers to the top around 8:30am. There's only time for one practice run, make it count!
- Racer meeting at 10:15am
- Shuttles to the top for race runs begin at 10:30am (don't be late to this shuttle!) - Racing begins at 11am.
- BBQ, podiums, and raffles after racing ends. Brats, non-meat options, snacks, and beverages are provided.
REGISTRATION
Register for the race through OBRA’s website. Registration fee for the race is $35.
Must have OBRA racing license. A one day racing license is $5 (free for juniors)
Annual OBRA racing pass: $50 for adults. $10 for U-23 (19-22). Free for juniors 18 and under.
There is day-of registration, but we strongly encourage you to sign up ahead of time.