What an amazing day of racing with wonderful weather and a grand view on a spectacular day.
The 2009 OUCH: Larch Mountain Hillclimb Time Trial was a success - so look for us in the summer 2010.

Meanwhile, recap the day with
The 2009 results

Where: Corbett School Complex. Only 30 min from downtown PDX.
From Eugene or Seattle - take I-205 to I-84 East. Then apporximately 20 miles to Exit 22. From the West or Downtown just get on I-84 East. Then approximately 30 miles to Exit 22. Take Exit 22, right 2 miles to top of hill, veering right at the "Y", the Corbett School Complex is 500m on the left.

Thursday Preliminary Start Order and Times:
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NOTE: This is the STARTING order only - no starting times until later on - confirm


Event Date - Sunday 26 July 2009 - OUCH: The Larch Mtn Time Trial
Download a PDF Version of the Race Flyer

Then pre-register online for an early start time and avoid the need to check in
Preregistration is available for $15, through Thursday July 23rd at:


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Day of Registration is $20 and only from 8:00AM to 9:00 NOTE: Day of Registration riders will get a start time begining at the end of the pre-registered riders. Preregistration is a signed OBRA Waiver full payment, and (if applicable) an OBRA $5 one day license, or $20 annual license.

Start Time: 9:30AM Riders off at 30 second intervals thereafter. Note: May change up to the final pre-start list at the discretion of the Chief Official.

A portion of each rider's entry will be donated to the local community association whose approval of this event is required to obtain our racing permits. We would like to thank them for their assistance and to remind riders they are ambassadors of OBRA and cycling.

Course: Pavement is good to excellent overall, starting with two (2) smooth wide shouldered miles along the Scenic George Hwy, before turning onto Larch Mt. road for three (3) miles of rollers before a steady slow burn climb over the remaing 14.1 miles through old growth forest. Course climbs 3,000’ over the 16.53 mile total. The summit finish park features an amazing and breathtaking view and is yours for a 300m walk up a paved and gravel path from finish. Note: The final 50m to the summit includes stairs but is worth the time and definitely the view.

Details: Descents on Larch can be cold and wet, be prepared. Plastic bags will be provided or riders can bring their own gear (backpack food, clothing, etc) for transport up to the summit for their return decent back to the staging area. Riders needing assistance returning to the staging area should contact the promoter prior to the event so arrangements can be made.

Requirements: This is an OBRA sanctioned event. Helmets must be worn at all times. This is a rural community inviting us to race. Please exercise common sense, etiquette, and rules of the road. Permits are for racing up the mountain only. Your return trip MUST follow the rules of the road. Please contact the race organizer about any questions.

For Bicycle Racing’s Future: You’re an ambassador of our sport, please act accordingly. Riders who blatantly disregard OBRA rules and conduct will be sanctioned as deemed appropriate by the race organizer and chief official.

Information and Details: Racing@Consystency.Net

FAQ's:
How do the categories work:
You are entered in your OBRA category for BAR points and regarding OBRA placement. However, if you can come up with an OUCH category we'll try to score and post it. NOTE: OUCH categories are for fun and not part of OBRA BAR or category standings.
How about the series:
Due to schedule conflicts, there will be a single OUCH event with no series for 2009.


Categories and pre-registered riders starting order:
OUCH will follow the 2009 category guidelines.

Tandem (sorted by Male, Female, and Mixed

Juniors (sorted by 18 and under in two-year groupings)

The following Categories apply to both Men's and Women's for fields with more than 5 riders

Masters Category 3/4/5 for 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,60+

Category 5 ….. ten races or fewer

Senior 4

Senior 3

Senior 1/2

Day of registration is $20.


Larch Mountain Course

Larch Mountain Profile