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2011 Dirty Kanza 200 Volunteer Event
WHAT
A 200 mile offroad bicycle race that draws riders from across the country. It has grown in size each year and this year they have increased the field to 350 riders. They will also have different clases this year.
WHEN
The race is June 4th and starts at sunrise, with riders on the course for most of the day. The fastest riders will finish in between 12 and 13 hours, with the pack coming in after dark.
Our participation would begin on June 3rd, so at least some of the teams have to be able to take that day off from work, when we stake the course.
OUR PARTICIPATION
Last year we had four 2-person teams. They would like us to increase our participation to six or eight vehicles this year and take a more active role on the day of the race.
Activities:
WHY
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
You do not need to be set up as a rock crawler or mudder. Recovery points are good, some parts of the route were very rough although passable, but if the weekend is very rainy there would be places you could easily get stuck. Your vehicle does need to be capable of running all day and have room to carry the course staking materials, and of course, it needs to be street legal.
You need to be able to read a county road map too.
This is a great activity for people who like trail running and more safari style outings.
VOLUNTEER JEEP LIST
These are people who have volunteered to participate and who are bringing a Jeep.
1. Todd (organizer) and Stephanie Fiedler
2. Ron Armstrong
3. Ken Burns and Wife
4. Travis Giguere
5. Todd and Sally Jackson
6. Jodee Trotter
7. Zach Kolich
8. Bill Trotter and Wife
9. Scott Moser
10. Perry Jordan
11. Ron Hauser
We have been asked for six to eight Jeeps but more are definately welcome.
Also, you will want/need a rider for this event because one person will drive and the other will stake. You could do it driving by yourself of course, but know that you will be hopping in and out of your Jeep at least once every mile, and more in some areas, during the staking part.
If you want to volunteer, send me a PM and I will edit this post and update the list.
VOLUNTEER RIDER LIST
This is a list of people who would like to ride along. You can take a look at the list of drivers above and where it appears someone doesn't have a passenger, ask to volunteer as their passenger. It is the driver's choice of whether to take a passenger.
EVENT PLANNING TIMELINE AND TASKS
HOTEL DISCOUNTS
The following hotels are offering discounts for this weekend.
The Candlewood is considered the host hotel for the event.
QUESTIONS
Ask them here in this thread or send me a message directly.
WHAT
A 200 mile offroad bicycle race that draws riders from across the country. It has grown in size each year and this year they have increased the field to 350 riders. They will also have different clases this year.
WHEN
The race is June 4th and starts at sunrise, with riders on the course for most of the day. The fastest riders will finish in between 12 and 13 hours, with the pack coming in after dark.
Our participation would begin on June 3rd, so at least some of the teams have to be able to take that day off from work, when we stake the course.
OUR PARTICIPATION
Last year we had four 2-person teams. They would like us to increase our participation to six or eight vehicles this year and take a more active role on the day of the race.
Activities:
- Marking the course on Friday, June 3rd.
- Sweeping the course on Saturday, June 4th.
- Providing a limited amount of rider support on Saturday. Examples: if we see someone out there suffering from heat exhaustion, we give them some water, and perhaps in an extreme situation, we give him a ride to the nearest checkpoint.
- Midwest Mountain Bike Patrol is a group is made up of off-road bicyclists, who are also EMT's. They are thinking thinking if maybe they can do this, a few of of us could have one of these EMTs ride along.
WHY
- Last year we earned $500 for the club. This year, if we can increase our participation the donation will be $1,000.
- We get to help out on one of the premier upcoming, if not arrived, national offroad bicycle races. This is great publicity and could help deliver some membership, or at the very least recognition.
- You get to drive through the Flint Hills on roads/paths not traveled frequently. You will see some very pretty scenery.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
You do not need to be set up as a rock crawler or mudder. Recovery points are good, some parts of the route were very rough although passable, but if the weekend is very rainy there would be places you could easily get stuck. Your vehicle does need to be capable of running all day and have room to carry the course staking materials, and of course, it needs to be street legal.
You need to be able to read a county road map too.
This is a great activity for people who like trail running and more safari style outings.
VOLUNTEER JEEP LIST
These are people who have volunteered to participate and who are bringing a Jeep.
1. Todd (organizer) and Stephanie Fiedler
2. Ron Armstrong
3. Ken Burns and Wife
4. Travis Giguere
5. Todd and Sally Jackson
6. Jodee Trotter
7. Zach Kolich
8. Bill Trotter and Wife
9. Scott Moser
10. Perry Jordan
11. Ron Hauser
We have been asked for six to eight Jeeps but more are definately welcome.
Also, you will want/need a rider for this event because one person will drive and the other will stake. You could do it driving by yourself of course, but know that you will be hopping in and out of your Jeep at least once every mile, and more in some areas, during the staking part.
If you want to volunteer, send me a PM and I will edit this post and update the list.
VOLUNTEER RIDER LIST
- None yet!
This is a list of people who would like to ride along. You can take a look at the list of drivers above and where it appears someone doesn't have a passenger, ask to volunteer as their passenger. It is the driver's choice of whether to take a passenger.
EVENT PLANNING TIMELINE AND TASKS
- Identify the remaining volunteers by 31 March.
- Initial volunteer organizational meeting will be held after the April club meeting.
HOTEL DISCOUNTS
The following hotels are offering discounts for this weekend.
- Candlewood Suites, 620-343-7756, $72.99 per night.
- Best Western, 620-342-7587, $89.95 per night.
- Comfort Inn, 620-342-9700, $70.00 per night.
- Fairfield Inn, 620-342-4445, $99.00 per night.
The Candlewood is considered the host hotel for the event.
QUESTIONS
Ask them here in this thread or send me a message directly.
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