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Event Schedule
Getting There:
Shawnee Bend Recreation Area Beach
Shawnee Bend Boat Launch
Shawnee Bend Access Rd, Warsaw, MO 65355
The Truman Lake dam is closed to vehicle traffic.
Please drive SLOWLY when entering the park. The race course crosses the road twice and student athletes may be racing when you enter the parking area. Please be courteous and respect the instructions of all league volunteers.
CAUTION: Watch for riders crossing the road!
Where to Stay:
Camping is NOT permitted at Shawnee Bend Park.
Camping and Lodging Nearby:
Deer Rest Campground
Sterett Creek Campground and Motel
Looking for more riding?
Check out the 20+ miles of trail at Truman Lake MTB Park!
Event Schedule
Saturday
October 5th, 2024
9:00 AM Volunteer Shifts Begin
11:30 AM Pit Zone Opens for Set-up
12:30 PM Coach Meeting
1:00 PM COACH ONLY Pre-ride Open
1:00 PM OTB 101 Coach Training
2:00 PM Pre-ride Open to all Teams/Riders
2:30 PM GRiT Grownups Clinic
5:00 PM Pre-ride CLOSED (no riders may go out on the course)
Sunday
October 6th, 2024
7:00 AM Volunteer Shifts Begin
7:30 AM Head Coach Meeting
7:40 AM Pre-ride Open to All Teams/Riders
8:40 AM Pre-ride Closed
8:55 AM National Anthem
9:15 AM Racing Begins (HS Boys)
11:35 AM Racing Begins (HS Girls)
12:45 PM Racing Begins (MS Girls)
2:00 PM Racing Begins (MS Boys)
4:00 PM Racing Concludes
4:15 PM Pit Zone and Infield Breakdown Begins
4:30 PM Awards Ceremony
Venue Guidelines
Spectator and Parking Information
Parking
- Vehicles must park in the designated areas identified with signs at the venue and as shown on the venue map
- Shuttles with bike trailers will be available from the general parking area at the boat ramp to Pit Zone
- Accessible parking will be available in the Coach Parking Lot
- Trailer parking will be in the designated Coach Parking Lot
No drop-off zone will be available on Sunday. Please park and walk or shuttle to the Pit Zone.
Spectating at Shawnee Bend
For the safety of our student athletes, no spectating is permitted in the woods along the singletrack trails at Shawnee Bend. Please do not cross any course tape except at marked pedestrian crossing gates. Please cross the course completely and do not walk inside the race course.
Spectators are permitted in the grassy areas of the infield.
Areas off Limits to Event Attendees:
During the event weekend, SWIMMING and WATERSPORTS at Shawnee Bend are off limits to participants. Please do not ride on the docks.
(9 AM-5 PM Saturday and 7:30 AM-awards on Sunday)
The recreation area beach is CLOSED for the 2024 season.
Additional Event Information
Food Trucks:
- Pizza
- Ice Ice Crazy
- Gourmet Burgers and Chicken Sandwiches
Looking for a snack or refreshment?
Stop by the golf course concession stand located near the overflow parking area.
GRiT Activities:
GRiT Grown-ups Clinic
Saturday 2:30-3:30 PM (Register HERE)
GRiT Tent Activities
It’s all rock ‘n roll this weekend at the GRiT Tent!
Paint rocks with us to hide around the venue. Decorate your water bottle! Bracelet making!
Coach Training:
OTB 101 Teaching Fundamental MTB Skills Clinic
Saturday 1:00-4:00 PM (Register HERE)
RACE Course Information
Course Description:
The 4.5 mile NICA race course leaves race headquarters on the shore of Truman Lake and winds along the lakeshore on a mixture of singletrack and wider doubletrack offering passing opportunities. Keeping your eyes focused on the trail will not be easy with the incredible lake views. Expect several shorter climbs and one longer climb in the middle of the loop for a total of almost 400 ft of elevation gain. But, rest assured, you will be rewarded with plenty of fun descents! The trail surface is mostly dirt with a few small rock gardens to practice technical skills.
Category Staging and Start Times
Please be on time for staging and listen for your call up number and name. Late student athletes will be placed at the back of the category.
Pit Zone Map
