I hope you're all ready for the big Gordon's Event at the Lecht this weekend. James has a treat in store for all of us with 2 great pistes set aside for the races. I think we're looking at hosting the biggest snow race in the UK this year, with over 200 racers registered.
I'm delighted to post that 38 racers are registered from our very own club. What an amazing turn out.
So many of our new members have taken the plunge and registered, so a huge Well Done to all of you. I promise, it's not scary and it's great fun.
For those that haven't raced before and as a reminder for those who have. We'll have the hut open from before 8am and Gordon Skiers will be able to use the hut, for storing bags, etc., Registration for the race will take place in the big main building. (Probably in the main cafe, or top cafe) Best to turn up early and get your race bib, as it will very quickly be busy.
Although Gordon Skiers can use the hut, please do not enter the big room that has the serving hatch. It will be full of computers, printers, cables, radio chargers and race officials taking care of calculations. For this race weekend, this room has to remain out of bounds.
It's best to put your bib on when you get it and keep it on. Coaches are assigned to the racing groups and will make sure all racers have the chance to inspect the course before racing. All racers MUST have a bib on to be allowed to inspect the course and race.
Coaches this weekend are Andrew, Kenny, John, Malcolm, Gary and James. James is the Chief of Race, so will help out where he can.
We have a very special guest appearing as a coach this weekend. Ella Still is home for a short break from full time ski racing. For newer members, Ella is a member of the British Alpine Ski Team (and is also a Gordon Skier) I've been skiing with Ella for more than 10 years and she is one very talented young lady. Not only can she race, but she's also very handy on the steeps and through the trees.
Where time allows, coaches and members (older racers) will be on hand to give lots of advice on ski servicing, race rules and anything else that come up.
As Ever, don't hesitate to ask questions.
See You All There, Gary W
Although Gordon Skiers can use the hut, please do not enter the big room that has the serving hatch. It will be full of computers, printers, cables, radio chargers and race officials taking care of calculations. For this race weekend, this room has to remain out of bounds.
It's best to put your bib on when you get it and keep it on. Coaches are assigned to the racing groups and will make sure all racers have the chance to inspect the course before racing. All racers MUST have a bib on to be allowed to inspect the course and race.
Coaches this weekend are Andrew, Kenny, John, Malcolm, Gary and James. James is the Chief of Race, so will help out where he can.
We have a very special guest appearing as a coach this weekend. Ella Still is home for a short break from full time ski racing. For newer members, Ella is a member of the British Alpine Ski Team (and is also a Gordon Skier) I've been skiing with Ella for more than 10 years and she is one very talented young lady. Not only can she race, but she's also very handy on the steeps and through the trees.
Where time allows, coaches and members (older racers) will be on hand to give lots of advice on ski servicing, race rules and anything else that come up.
Can skiers please meet the
coaches at our hut after bib collection. We need to be warmed up and ready for inspection for
09:10. We will have a lot of skiers descending upon the Lecht very early in the morning, those needing lift tickets should be aware that the queue will be longer than normal at that time of the morning so give yourselves plenty of time.
As Ever, don't hesitate to ask questions.
See You All There, Gary W
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