FAQ
What side do the numbers go on tonight?
On the first race of the season, May 5th we had numbers on the “Right Side (clockwise direction)”, and we alternate each week. Please see registration or officials if any questions on visibility of your race number. If we can not see your number on the photo finish you will not be placed. Thanks for understanding.
What does Portland International Raceway look like?
Check out: www.portlandraceway.com
How do the points system work?
Finish points are awarded 10 deep in each race. “Hot Spot” points are awarded 3 deep for intermediate sprints in some races. Final points and Hot Spot points are totaled for each rider for the night. Nightly points are totaled at the end of each month and prizes awarded to the top 3 racers in each category.
Finish Points:
1st place: 15 points
2nd place: 12 points
3rd place: 10 points
4th place: 8 points
5th place: 7 points
6th place: 6 points
7th place: 5 points
8th place: 4 points
9th place: 3 points
10th place: 1 point
Hot Spot Points:
1st place: 3 points
2nd place: 2 points
3rd place: 1 point
What is the mentoring program all about?
Seasoned racers from local teams including Lakeside Bicycles/Fred Meyer and Sorella Forte will be available to provide introductions, answer questions, give advice and ride along with novice men and women racers. Please inquire at registration.
What is Oregon Bicycle Racing Association (OBRA)?
OBRA is assists in promoting bicycle racing in Oregon by developing calendar of event, providing insurance and equipment rentals to organizers and many more services that make bike racing in the state some of the best in the country. It is run by a group of volunteers, so keep that in mind when at events, etc. See more info at: www.obra.org
What are the OBRA Race Rules and Guidelines?
See links section on www.obra.org, questions please talk with officials at race or organizer
Are Aero bars allowed for the event?
No, please remove aero bars or similar devices that extend past the brake levers/hoods on your bars. For mass start events you cannot have any sort of aero type bar, however for individual time trial events you may. PIR is a mass start event.
Are helmets required for PIR races?
Yes, a well fitting ANSI/SNELL helmet must be worn once you are on your bike on the PIR grounds, even in parking lot. Thanks for your cooperation.
OBRA and the organizers of this race do not provide insurance coverage for injuries that occur at the race. The costs related to those injuries are the responsibility of the individual participant.
Are there reviews or media on the race series?
BikePortland.org - Recap of First Race of 2006
Oregonian Sunday Edition - Living Section - 7/05
Oregonian Sports Edition - 6/02
How can I sign up by email for racing info?
Sign up for OBRA General or OBRA Race Specific Email at those links.
What are the categories all about, Women and Men?
Novice Masters Men: beginner men, aged 30+
Novice Women: beginner women, any age
Open Women: any age women, Category 1/2/3/4
Masters Men: men aged 30+ Category 1/2/3
Masters Men: men aged 30+ Category 4/5
Who organizes the Monday Night PIR Series?
Jim Anderson
Series Race Organizer
503-975-8229
jim-anderson@comcast.net
Is there a glossary or cycling fact sheet?
1. Cycling 101
2. Cycling Fact Sheet for US