If you want a BFC 2012 tee-shirt you must register before midnight Saturday May 26th!
Tee-shirts are not guaranteed for anyone that registers after midnight Saturday.
Additional Afternoon Shuttle Added
An additional afternoon shuttle has been added. Remember – you must make reservations and pay in advance! Contact Pedals & Petals: (315) 357-3281 or [email protected]
Don’t just come race… come stay & play!
Black Fly Weekend offers a lot more than the classic BFC Adirondack Mountain Bike Race.
Look at what else you can do when here!
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Pat Hendrick Photography joins BFC for increased event coverage
Pat Hendrick Photography specializes in sports & event coverage, serving Upstate New York and Vermont, and documenting the athletic feats of a four-season cast of competitors. 
From their online proof galleries you can purchase everything from prints to photo novelties, get multi-image discounts and even buy digital files of your BFC race photos.
Any Advice for BFC Newbies?
A BFC Facebook friend asked a great question: “My husband and I will be newbies this year. Any advice?” Well, there’s nothing better than the voice of experience, so we re-posted the question to the Black Fly Buzz so BFC veterans can supply some helpful advice.
Additional Morning Shuttle Added
An additional morning shuttle has been added. Remember – you must make reservations and pay in advance! Contact Pedals & Petals: (315) 357-3281 or [email protected]
BFC 2012 Commemorative Jerseys – On Sale Now!
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Now available, for the first time ever, Black Fly Challenge commemorative jerseys. This year’s jersey features the BFC race course map on the back.
These top-quality jerseys are custom-made by Shift Cycle Wear and available only until June 17.
Click Here to view the jersey and get yours now!
Primary Shuttles Almost Full
UPDATE as of May 5: 3 spots left on the morning shuttle – 5 spots left on the afternoon shuttle.
NOTE:
Additional shuttle(s) may be added if there is sufficient interest – don’t hesitate to call or email.
For reservations contact Gordi at Pedals & Pedals, (315) 357-3281, or [email protected]
Registrations for 2012 BFC are rolling in…
If you haven’t done so already, go to Active.com and REGISTER NOW!
Need some inspiration? How about our youngest and oldest entrants (so far):
UPDATE: As of May 22, the youngest entrant is Beckett Ledger (12)
UPDATE: As of May 10, the oldest entrant is Robert Bachorik (68)
If you want a BFC race tee-shirt make sure to register by May 26!
You snooze, you lose.
2012 BFC to be held in memory of founder Mike Drake
This year’s Black Fly Challenge will be in memory of Mike Drake for his efforts in creating the race and establishing it as a premiere cycling event in the Adirondacks. Read the story here.
AMBA announces 92.7 TheDrive as Presenting Sponsor of the 2012 Black Fly Challenge
The Adirondack Mountain Bike Association is proud to announce that 92.7-FM TheDrive radio station of Utica, has signed on as a Presenting Sponsor of the 2012 Black Fly Challenge.
92.7 TheDrive is a locally owned, independent Rock station serving Utica, Rome, Herkimer and the North Country of Central New York and featuring Bob & Tom Mornings and long sets of world class Rock all day.
AMBA has also forged strategic partnerships with the Inlet Area Business Association and Adirondack Special Events and is currently seeking a Title Sponsor to help grow and improve the Black Fly Challenge.
BFC 2012 purse nearly double last year’s
The Black Fly Challenge has increased the cash and merchandise prizes for 2012, bringing the total purse to $6,450.00 – nearly double the old purse! Check it out on the Prizes page.
BFC 2012 registration is now open at Active.com
BFC 2012 Registration Page Notes:
– Registration will be online until June 7th.
– Register by May 26 if you want a race tee-shirt.
– Pre-Race/Race Day registration: June 8 & 9.
– Minors must print the BFC/Active.com Waiver and bring it to pre-race or race day registration.
BFC announces new partners, online registration, bigger purse
The Black Fly Challenge race committee was busy in the last few months of 2011, establishing two new partnerships, moving registration online to Active.com and increasing the cash & merchandise prizes for a bigger overall purse.
The Adirondack Mountain Bike Association (AMBA), producer of the BFC, will now partner with the Inlet Area Business Association and Adirondack Special Events to produce, promote and market the BFC. YellowJacket Racing will return to do electronic timing & scoring.
BFC registration has been set up at Active.com and will go live in early January 2012 – and the BFC purse will be substantially increased. Check back in 2012 for registration and purse details!
Bike the Byways – new website!
Before you bike the byways of the Adirondack North Country, check out this great new website, BiketheByways.org
