The morning shuttle is FULL and there is a waiting list for possible cancellations. The afternoon shuttle still has spots available. The shuttle is $10.00/person and you must reserve space in advance. Call Gordi at Pedals & Petals, 315-357-3281, or email [email protected]
Archives for 2011
BFC Sponsor-Cycling Guide Advertiser Info & Rates
The Central Adirondack Cycling Guide for 2011 is in production. In addition to recognizing BFC sponsors, the Cycling Guide provides useful articles, maps and information on area recreational trails.
Sponsor the Black Fly Challenge ~ Advertise in the Central Adirondack Cycling Guide
pdf: Black Fly Challenge Sponsor ~ Cycling Guide Advertiser Info & Rates
Three Spots Left on Morning Shuttle
As of today there are only 3 spots available on the morning shuttle. The afternoon shuttle still has several spots available. The shuttle is $10.00/person and you must reserve space in advance. Call Gordi at Pedals & Petals, 315-357-3281, or email [email protected]
Black Fly Race Route 3-D Flyover Video
Check out this wild 3-D flyover video of the BFC Race Route at MapMyRide.com
note: The video goes from Inlet to Indian Lake, as the race does on even-numbered years.
The 2011 BFC goes from Indian Lake to Inlet.
BFC 2011 Registrations are rolling in…
BFC 2011 registrations are rolling in already. If you sent yours in but haven’t had your check clear yet – don’t panic! At this early stage we’re only making monthly deposits. When Spring rolls around we’ll start depositing registration checks more frequently.
YellowJacket Racing to Return for 2011 & 2012
The BFC race committee is pleased to announce that a two-year agreement has been reached with YellowJacket Racing to provide electronic timing and scoring for the 2011 and 2012 Black Fly races.
YellowJacket is Rochester’s premier event management company, using electronic AMB Chip Timing Technology to produce accurate results in a timely fashion.
Last year, even with a record 345 entries, YellowJacket was able to produce results faster than any year since the Black Fly began in 1996.
BFC FAQ page
Some of the most commonly asked questions are answered on on FAQ’s page.
BFC 2011 Categories, Age Classes & News
New this year:
• Men’s Cyclocross 40-99 age class has been split. The new classes are: 40-49 & 50-99.
• Woman’s Beginner 30-99 age class has been split. The new age classes are: 30-39 & 40-99.
• BFC Race tees will be ordered for Pre-Registered racers only. Pre-Registration ends May 14.
• Racers that fail to turn in their timing chip will be billed $110.00 (YellowJacket’s cost).
• The Tandem category is reinstated, but no prizes will be awarded if less than 5 entries.
As always
• Categories & classes with less than 5 entries may be combined on race day, for the purpose of awarding prizes, at the discretion of the Competition Director.
• Any category with less than 5 entries that cannot be combined with another category (Tandem, Unicycle, etc.) will not receive prizes.
• Odd entries are welcome at the discretion of the Race Director. Send your request to: info @ blackflychallenge.com.
