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ATHLETIC CLUB AT THE WESTIN
DAVOS DASH

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22 | BEHIND WEST VAIL HOLIDAY INN

RACE DETAILS
The Davos Dash race will continue the Vail Recreation District's Athletic Club at the Westin Mountain Bike Race Series this Wednesday. Racers will begin on the paved road behind the West Vail Holiday Inn and endure an uphill race along double track with distances ranging from 2.25 miles for younger riders and 3.5 miles for adult riders. Finish for youth riders will be halfway to the top of the radio tower from the trailhead and adult riders will finish at the top of the radio tower. The Davos Dash is the longest running mountain bike race in the state of Colorado!

Rules of the Road Apply

Riders are reminded that the roads leading from the race start to the Davos trailhead will not be closed to the public prior to the race, so all bikers need to follow the rules of the road when warming up.

Parking

Please park at the after-party location or the Lionshead parking structure and ride to the start. There is NO parking in the Holiday Inn lot.

Neutral maintenance will be provided by Pedal Power.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course Map

REGISTRATION
VRD Online Registration | Registration Form
Costs: $26 preregistration (ending at 5 p.m. Tuesday)
$37 day-of registration (ending at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday)

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Larkburger Youth Series:

4:45 p.m.	Boys Beginner 15-16, Boys Beginner & Sport 11-14	Uphill to kids finish, 2.25 miles
4:45:30 p.m.	Girls Beginner 15-16, Girls Beginner & Sport 11-14	Uphill to kids finish, 2.25 miles
4:46 p.m.	Boys Beginner & Sport 8-10	Uphill to kids finish, 2.25 miles
4:46:30 p.m.	Girls Beginner & Sport 8-10	Uphill to kids finish, 2.25 miles

Adult Series:

5:45 p.m.	Men's Pro/Open, Men's Expert Under 35	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:45:30 p.m.	Men's Expert 35-44, Men's Single Speed	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:46 p.m.	Women's Pro/Open, & Men's Expert 45+	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:46:30 p.m.	Women's Expert Under 35, 35-44, 45+ & Women's Single Speed	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles

5:47 p.m.	Men's Sport 18 & Under, Men's Sport 19-34	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:47:30 p.m.	Men's Sport 35-44	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:48 p.m.	Men's Sport 45-49	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:48:30 p.m.	Men's 50+ Open, Clydesdales	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:49 p.m.	Women's Sport 18 & Under, Women's Sport 19-34	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:49:30 p.m.	Women's Sport 34-44, Women's Sport 45+	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:50 p.m.	Men's Beginner	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles
5:50:30 p.m.	Women's Beginner	Up to top of radio tower, 3.5 miles

THE GOODS

After-party
Vail Ale House will host an after-party with a free keg of beer provided by New Belgium Brewing Company for those 21 and older. Prizes will be presented to the top three finishers in each category after the race, with series prizes awarded to the top finishers in each category at the end of the final race of the season. Raffle prize drawings will also be held during each after-party, featuring products from local and national sponsors.

SPONSOR SHOUTOUT

In addition to the Athletic Club at the Westin, East West Destination Hospitality, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and The Dusty Boot, sponsors of the 2016 race series include Vail Valley Medical Center, Town of Eagle, The Steadman Philippon Research Institute, The Steadman Clinic, Central Rockies Mortgage, Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek, Apex Dental, New Belgium Brewing Company, POC, Avon Liquor, 808 Distillery, Optic Nerve, Outdoor Tech, Yellowbelly, Yetis Grind, Honey Stinger, Venture Sports, The Kind Bikes and Skis, Mountain Pedaler, Pedal Power and KZYR 97.7. The 2016 Youth Series is presented by Larkburger and KidSPORT.

Mountain Bikers Need Coverage Too

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is dedicated to bringing more affordable health care to you. Our new Mountain Enhanced plans offer local solutions through partnerships with select area doctors and hospitals, so you can enjoy quality, low-cost care in the same place you work and play. Contact your broker for more information.

CONTINUE THE RACE EXPERIENCE...

JULY 6* - Berry Creek Bash *Please note change of date

Edwards, after-party at E|Town

JULY 20 - Camp Hale Hup

South of Red Cliff, after-party at the Minturn Saloon

AUG. 3 - Boneyard Brawl

Eagle, after-party at The Dusty Boot in Eagle

AUG. 24 - Beaver Creek Blast

Beaver Creek, after-party at The Dusty Boot in Beaver Creek

VVMC QUICK TIPS

Electrolyte Drinks

By Madeleine Quinn, RDN and Katie Mazzia MS, RDN, CDE

Vail Valley Medical Center Dietitians

There are a lot of nutrition products on the market that are advertised to athletes, especially when it comes to hydration! When you work out for an extended period of time or it's hot and humid, the body loses water and electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonates through sweat. It's important to replenish electrolytes because they maintain fluid balance, prevent cramping, relax muscles, and regulate muscle contraction and heart rhythm.

So which electrolyte drink is right for you?

Sports drinks, such as Gatorade� have been a popular choice over the years to replenish what's lost during exercise. Most sports drinks contain carbohydrates + electrolytes (sodium and potassium) and are best for sports activities lasting more than an hour. This is because your body needs the carbohydrates to help fuel your muscles. Other choices include Skratch� and Tailwind� with no food coloring and in powder form so you can regulate the calories and amount you need.

Electrolyte tabs, such as a brand called Nuun� contain just electrolytes; sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and sodium bicarbonate. These tabs have different flavors, no sugars, and basically no carbohydrates. They are best used for activities lasting less than an hour if you want extra electrolytes during your sport or if your sweat has a lot of salt in it.

MEET YOUR MEDICAL SUPPORT
The Steadman Clinic/Steadman Philippon Research Institute provides sports medicine coverage for the VRD mountain bike and trail running series. Athletic trainers are at each race and provide injury prevention, first aid, injury evaluation and referrals in case you get hurt. They are located at the start/finish line in The Steadman Clinic tent. Please feel free to use these services. Your athletic trainer for this week's race is:
Jeremiah Amaku

Ete-kamba Jeremiah Amaku was born in Oakland, CA and attended undergraduate school at the University of San Francisco, and graduate school at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX. He has worked with various sports including SFA's conference champion soccer team, and nationally-ranked cheer squad. His most rewarding experience was during his time working with the competitive athletes at Mountain View High School in California. Ete-kamba enjoys listening to music from the 70's, performance training, helping patients better understand their injuries and education the public on the importance of staying physically active.

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