Indie Series 2010

July 20, 2010

Results for the 18th Annual Padden MTN Pedal have been posted on the Results page. Thanks to everyone who came out for a beautiful day in the woods of Bellingham!

Overall results for the Indie Series were announced in the late evening Sunday on the grass lawn at Lake Padden. Those will be posted here on the website shortly, with one correction for a mistake in the Sport Men 35-44 Class. Thanks for your patience!

We are already looking forward to 2011, with more races, more prizes, and of course, more mountain biking fun for everyone. Thanks to everyone who enjoyed themselves at an Indie Series race in 2010, and especially to the promoters, volunteers, and sponsors for making it happen!

2010 Series Schedule

May 23rd - Whidbey Island Mudder - Whidbey Island, WA

The Whidbey Island Mudder returns for 2010. Riders from around the region will converge on Whidbey for a day full of XC mountain bike racing, food, music, and fun.

The Course:
The Mudder course features terrain for every racer: climbs, tight single-track, berms, switchbacks, and plenty of room for passing thanks to some extended double-track sections. The course will clock in at about 6 miles this year.

Race Contact:
Matt Hickman

June 5th - Bavarian Bike & Brews - Leavenworth, WA

Join us for a day & night of family fun, spectacular racing, great beer, and music. Kick off your bike shoes and relax by spending the day with us.

The Course:
The cross country race features a spectacular, but rigorous 8.6-mile loop with 1800-ft. elevation gain per lap. Each lap has four creek crossings, challenging single track, and plenty of water bars interlaced throughout the most spectacular scenery you have ever seen. This is not a course for the timid soul, but will challenge all who commit.

Race Contact:
James & Christine Munly DasRadhaus.com

June 26th & 27th - Methow Mt. Challenge - Winthrop, WA

Back for the 5th year, with the support of Methow Cycle and Sport and the Methow Valley Sport Trail Association. Come spend spend your day racing in the sunny Methow Valley.

The Course:
A classic mix of fast open open trails, steep climbs and impressive views make racing in the Methow Valley some of the finest around. Separate loops for beginners and advanced riders keeps everyone challenged and smiling. The extensive network of trails in the surrounding area make for a great reason to stay and extra day and spend more time taking in the dry heat and riding the fast trails.

Race Contact:
Joe Brown MethowCycleSport.com

July 18th - Padden MTN Pedal - Bellingham, WA

For 18 straight years the Padden MTN Pedal has been a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest mountain bike racing calendar. It's the race that keeps on racing. Top notch park amenities create a scenic and convenient venue and the legendary course lures riders back year after year.

The Course:
Padden is known to be one of the best spectator courses- riders doing multiple laps make for great viewing and raucous cheers. So it's a great place to come cheer on your friends, family and fellow racers-they’ll need it. The Padden course is known as one of the most challenging yet rewarding courses around. Steep climbs are rewarded with technical descents that keep the adrenaline pumping.

Race Contact:
Mark Peterson

For general series inquiries contact Mark Peterson

See you at the races!

The Indie Crew