Big Pig Cancer Foundation : Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race & Fundraiser
- Date Sat 5th October 2024
- Time 8:00PM EST
- Location Mckinney, Texas
- Price Free - $425.00
- Races 9 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of competition and community support at the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser, taking place on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the scenic Erwin Park Mountain Bike Trail in McKinney, Collin. This exciting event, hosted by the Big Pig Cancer Foundation, features a challenging 6-hour mountain bike race that invites participants of all skill levels to test their endurance while making a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer.
With race categories including solo options for both men and women, singlespeed classes, e-bike entries, and team formats, there's something for everyone! The race course spans approximately 7.2 miles per lap of thrilling off-road singletrack, and all proceeds from this event go directly to support local community members battling cancer. As you gear up for the race, don't miss out on the delicious offerings from the Big Pig Cancer Foundation cooking trailer, featuring mouthwatering pulled pork tacos and an abundance of bacon. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and compassion as we celebrate the spirit of endurance and community while raising funds for a vital cause!
With race categories including solo options for both men and women, singlespeed classes, e-bike entries, and team formats, there's something for everyone! The race course spans approximately 7.2 miles per lap of thrilling off-road singletrack, and all proceeds from this event go directly to support local community members battling cancer. As you gear up for the race, don't miss out on the delicious offerings from the Big Pig Cancer Foundation cooking trailer, featuring mouthwatering pulled pork tacos and an abundance of bacon. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and compassion as we celebrate the spirit of endurance and community while raising funds for a vital cause!
Organiser's Description
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation is proud to present the 2024 Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser. This event features the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance mountain bike race.
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation cooking trailer will be serving the traditional favorites cooked up on the Flying Pig BBQ machine. Come on out, make a donation to help the community and enjoy pulled pork tacos and more bacon than you can dream of.
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation raises funds each year to help support members of our local community that are fighting against cancer. Now in it's 14th year the BPCF has raised over $100,000 for this cause. All proceeds from the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser serve this purpose. Register today for the event of your choice and help us in our annual fundraising efforts.
RACE PROMOTER: BIG PIG CANCER FOUNDATION 501C3
Location: Erwin Park Mountain Bike Trail
4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
2024 RAY PORTER MEMORIAL RACE COURSE MAP
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37139883
REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE
TBD
RACE CATEGORIES
Women's Solo 6 Hour Geared
Men's Solo 6 Hour Geared
Women's Solo 6 Hour Singlespeed
Men's Solo 6 Hour Singlespeed
E-bike Open - Solo 6 Hour
All Female 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
Mixed Gender 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
All Male 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
Male/Female - Two Person Team 6 Hour
Female/Female - Two Person Team 6 Hour
Male/Male - Two Person Team 6 Hour
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Saturday October 5th, 2024
* 2:00 PM - Registration Opens
* 3:00 PM - Registration Closes
* 3:15 PM - Transition and equipment drop-off closed to vehicles
* 3:45 PM - Racers Meeting
* 3:55 PM - Start Line Closed to through traffic
* 4:00 PM - All Races Start
* 10:00 PM - All 6 Hour Competitions End
* 10:15 PM - Podium Awards
EVENT DETAILS
The race course will be approximately 7.2 miles per lap of off-road single track. Start will be on the paved hill climb from the middle of the park to the south entrance of singletrack behind the HUB skills park.
The race clock will start at 4pm and will stop at 10 PM. Final lap must be completed by 10 PM for it to count. Any delays at start time will be added to the end time to ensure 6 hours of racing takes place.
Expo and Pits are located at the upper parking lot. Equipment drop-off by vehicle is only permitted before 3:15pm. All vehicles must be out of the transition area at this time. Advanced difficulty skills features like the Scream N' Drop will be taped off and removed from the course for rider safety.
Parking will be in the large field as you enter the park, please follow directions from our parking team for equipment drop off and return to parking.
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation cooking trailer will be serving the traditional favorites cooked up on the Flying Pig BBQ machine. Come on out, make a donation to help the community and enjoy pulled pork tacos and more bacon than you can dream of.
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation raises funds each year to help support members of our local community that are fighting against cancer. Now in it's 14th year the BPCF has raised over $100,000 for this cause. All proceeds from the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser serve this purpose. Register today for the event of your choice and help us in our annual fundraising efforts.
RACE PROMOTER: BIG PIG CANCER FOUNDATION 501C3
Location: Erwin Park Mountain Bike Trail
4300 Co Rd 1006, McKinney, TX 75071
2024 RAY PORTER MEMORIAL RACE COURSE MAP
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37139883
REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE
TBD
RACE CATEGORIES
Women's Solo 6 Hour Geared
Men's Solo 6 Hour Geared
Women's Solo 6 Hour Singlespeed
Men's Solo 6 Hour Singlespeed
E-bike Open - Solo 6 Hour
All Female 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
Mixed Gender 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
All Male 5 Person Team - Five Person Grande Team 6 Hour
Male/Female - Two Person Team 6 Hour
Female/Female - Two Person Team 6 Hour
Male/Male - Two Person Team 6 Hour
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Saturday October 5th, 2024
* 2:00 PM - Registration Opens
* 3:00 PM - Registration Closes
* 3:15 PM - Transition and equipment drop-off closed to vehicles
* 3:45 PM - Racers Meeting
* 3:55 PM - Start Line Closed to through traffic
* 4:00 PM - All Races Start
* 10:00 PM - All 6 Hour Competitions End
* 10:15 PM - Podium Awards
EVENT DETAILS
The race course will be approximately 7.2 miles per lap of off-road single track. Start will be on the paved hill climb from the middle of the park to the south entrance of singletrack behind the HUB skills park.
The race clock will start at 4pm and will stop at 10 PM. Final lap must be completed by 10 PM for it to count. Any delays at start time will be added to the end time to ensure 6 hours of racing takes place.
Expo and Pits are located at the upper parking lot. Equipment drop-off by vehicle is only permitted before 3:15pm. All vehicles must be out of the transition area at this time. Advanced difficulty skills features like the Scream N' Drop will be taped off and removed from the course for rider safety.
Parking will be in the large field as you enter the park, please follow directions from our parking team for equipment drop off and return to parking.
Races
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Singlespeed Solo
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$85.00
CLOSED -
Geared Solo
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$85.00
CLOSED -
E-Bike Solo (Open Gender)
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$85.00
CLOSEDClass 1 e-bikes only. It is the racer's responsibility to adhere to class restrictions. This category is gender neutral and does not award on a male/female basis. -
2-Person Team
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$170.00
CLOSED -
5 Person Team
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$425.00
CLOSEDWomen Only Category. -
Ghost Rider - Non-Participation Donation
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$50.00
CLOSEDEntry is for donation to our 501c3 cause of helping local DFW area cyclists currently battling through cancer. Registration does not enter for participation in event -
Pink Shoe Project Survivorship Parade & Hike
Sat 5th October 2024 (8:00PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Pink Shoe Project is a 501c3 organization inspiring courageous women that their fight is never alone. Started by fellow Big Pig Racing members after the passing of Jessica Preston. The Pink Shoe Project serves fellow women fighting cancer by presenting them with a pair of pink shoes. Every journey takes a different path, but no one walks alone. -
JUNIORS 13 Under SOLO
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$65.00
CLOSEDRestricted to Juniors under age of 13 as of end of calendar year. -
Juniors 14-18 Solo
Sat 5th October 2024 (5:00PM EDT)
$65.00
CLOSEDRestricted to Juniors between the age of 14 and 18 as of end of calendar year.
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