CACTUS HUGGER
HURRICANE, UT | APRIL 24, 2021
ONE OF THE MOST SCENIC DESERT COURSES
The race will utilize much of the well renowned Jem Trail, which is a rider favorite in Utah for its fast, flowing nature, as well as sections of the Cryptobiotic and Hurricane Cliffs trails all linked together with some sections of BLM dirt road for an 8.5 mile lap of ripping terrain.
Our policies and procedures are being updated. Below are a few changes you will need to adhere to on race day.
- We plan to adhere to all state and local guidelines for mass gathering numbers. We are also flexible and willing to adhere to any regulations that each venue may have.
- All racers are encouraged to bring their own hydration. We will have hydration available, but no self serve.
- We plan to do starts according to categories. we will create a start time by wave and category specifically for each racer.
- We will separate the starts for each category 2-3 minutes apart to reduce traffic on trails and reduce grouping and passing. Staging will be marked so racers stay separated before taking off. We will also separate the two waves by 2 hours. More if necessary. We are also starting races earlier depending on the venue to manage racers more efficiently.
- No on-site registration at all (just numbers pick up). Online registration will close the Thursday prior to the race at 2 pm MST.
- After finishing, racers are encouraged to cool down and return to their vehicles while awaiting results and protests. Protest period will be 20 minutes.
- All racers will need access to a personal device to download and activate the QR code to track results on their private devices. All results and protests will go through the QR code/google documents.
- Final winners can pick up medals and prizes at the Main information Tent. No podium.
- Masks are required for all personal interactions.
- No questions asked cancellation policy. If you don’t feel well, please stay home and we will refund up until race day.
TIPS FOR PRE-RIDING THE COURSE
Access the course from the Sheep Bridge side. Head up like you’re going to Zion, then turn off in Virgin on Sheep Bridge road and proceed to the course.
RACE RESULTS NOW AVAILABLE
 | Final Results |
| Series Points |
| Team Results |
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LAP DISTANCE
8.5 MILES
ELEVATION GAIN
550 fEEt
Course Map
RACE Info
Registration
Friday, April 23, 2021: Late Registration and Packet Pick-Up
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Red Rock Bicycle Co.
Corner of 100 S and Bluff St.
St. George, UT
**The race starts early, If possible, please pick your packet up on Friday.**
Saturday, April 24, 2021
1st Wave - 6:00 am to 7:00 am
2nd Wave - 8:00-9:00 AM
Race Start Line, St. George, Utah
If you have raced an I-Cup race in 2020, remember to bring your race plate to avoid the $15 replacement plate charge.
Packet pick-up on race morning will be right next to the starting line.
Start Time / Distance
Wave 1
| Start Time | Category | Lap(s) | Distance* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 a.m. | Lil' Shredders (9 and Under) | 1-2 | 3-5 miles |
| 7:17 a.m. | Shredder Boys (Up to 12) | 1-2 | ~3-5 miles |
| 7:30 a.m. | Shredder Girls (Up to 12) | 1-2 | ~3-5 miles |
| 7:32 a.m. | JV Boys | 2 | 16 miles |
| 7:34 a.m. | Fresh/Soph Boys | 2 | 16 miles |
| 7:36 a.m. | JV Girls | 2 | 16 miles |
| Novice Men | 2 | 16 miles | |
| 7:40 a.m. | Fresh/Soph Girls | 2 | 16 miles |
| 7:42 a.m. | Sport Women Open | 2 | 16 miles |
| 7:44 a.m. | Sport Women 40+ | 2 | 16 miles |
| 7:46 a.m. | JH Boys | 1 | 8 miles |
| 7:48 a.m. | JH Girls | 1 | 8 miles |
| 7:50 a.m. | Novice Women | 1 | 8 miles |
Wave 2
| Start Time | Category | Lap(s) | Distance* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 a.m. | Elite Men | 4 | 32 miles |
| 9:17 a.m. | Varsity Boys | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:19 a.m. | Expert Men (Open) | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:21 a.m. | Expert Men (40-49) | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:23 a.m. | Elite Women | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:25 a.m. | Singlespeed | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:27 a.m. | Varsity Girls | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:29 a.m. | Expert Men (50-59) | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:31 a.m. | Expert Women Open | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:33 a.m. | Expert Women 40+ | 3 | 24 miles |
| 9:35 a.m. | Expert Men (60+) | 2 | 16 miles |
| 9:37 a.m. | Sport Men Open | 2 | 16 miles |
| 9:39 a.m. | Sport Men (35-49) | 2 | 16 miles |
| 9:41 a.m. | Sport Men (50+) | 2 | 16 miles |
| *Lap distance subject to change. **If there are less than 10 racers in each category, categories may be combined. | |||
Race Day
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 6-7 am | 1st Wave Check In, Registration, Packet Pickup |
| 7:15 am | 1st Wave Races Start (See the "start/distances" tab for specific category time) |
| 8-9 am | 2nd Wave Check In, Registration, Packet Pickup |
| 9:15 am | 2nd Wave Races Start (See the "start/distances" tab for specific category time) |
Accomodations
Camping
On-site Camping Available
Kolob BLM Campground
Amenities include:- Tent Camping
- Water
- Pets Welcome
Hotels
There are convenient La Quinta and Best Western hotels in Hurricane, and nearby St. George has many hotels and other places of accomodation near the race course. For more options, please see the St. George Area Tourism OfficeCOURSE TIPS FROM PRO-RIDER: JUSTIN LINDINE
COURSE OVERVIEW
The I-Cup series is heading south to Hurricane UT for round two of its 2018 calendar and this all-new course will likely be scorching fast! The race will utilize much of the well renowned Jem Trail, which is a rider favorite in Utah for its fast, flowing nature, as well as sections of the Cryptobiotic and Hurricane Cliffs trails all linked together with some section of BLM dirt road for an 8.5 mile lap of ripping terrain.
Justin Lindine has been racing at the elite national level for over 12 years now spanning the disciplines of XC mountain biking, Cyclocross and Road. He got his start racing for the Windham Mountain Outfitters junior development team, then moved on to race for Targetraining, BikeReg.com/Cannondale, Joe's Garage, Redline Factory, and most recently Apex/NBX/Trek. Currently Justin races mtb in the spring and summer and cyclocross in the fall and winter. He's had 9 elite UCI cyclocross wins in his career, as well as being a two time winner of the Tran-Sylvania Epic Mtb Stage Race, True Grit 50, Wasatch Back 50, and The I-Cup Thaw Massacre. He's participated in the ABSA Cape Epic mtb stage race, widely recognized as the "Tour de France" of mountain biking, where he finished 9th on one of the stages. He's also won a number of gravel races including The Barry Roubaix and Paris to Ancaster. In addition to his title sponsors for 2017, Justin is excited to work with many awesome partnering sponsors including; Vittoria tires, Hyperthreads clothing, ProGold lubricants and cleaning products, TOGS, and Reynolds wheels. This season he'll be competing in a mix of endurance XC events as well as two mtb stage races and the Intermountain Cup Series.