NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL RACE SERIES
PEACH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29
The Georgia Cycling Association Peach State Championship brings together the best from the East Conference and the West Conference for an epic showdown at Kingston Downs. This racecourse offers some FAST and fun machine-built single track, that was purpose-built for Georgia Cycling riders!
The course flows very well and has a challenging climb towards the beginning. Once you reach the halfway point, the trail descends, for the most part, and is super-fast all the way to the finish line. Did we mention downhill slope style switchbacks with berm turns and rollers? This exciting downhill ride into the finish area will make every student-athlete smile from ear to ear!
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Student-athletes must be registered for the Peach State Championship by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25.
Qualifying students that registered for the full series (all four regular-season races on a single transaction) will automatically receive complimentary registration into the Peach State Championship. For those that registered on a race-by-race basis, registration for the Peach State Championship will open at 4 p.m. on Monday, October 23.
QUALIFYING ATHLETES LIST
The Georgia Cycling Association has announced the names of student-athletes (8th - 12th grade) who have qualified to compete in the Peach State Championship.
race VENUE DETAILS
Kingston Downs
0 Gore Springs Road
Rome, GA 30161
Check 511GA for real time traffic updates before you head to the venue!
Progold Lubricants Parking lot INFORMATION
Season Parking Permit - Available for purchase until August 1
Pay Once. Park Always. Season Parking Permit holders receive a hang tag to display from their vehicle’s review mirror. This hang tag enables you to park at all Georgia Cycling events without having to stop to do a transaction. Season Permits are $20. That’s a $30 savings over event day pricing! (NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
Pre-Paid Championship Weekend Parking Pass - Available for purchase until October 19
Only attending Championship Weekend? Save time and money by purchasing your Championship Weekend Parking Pass online for $7. Your parking pass will be mailed to you. Simply place it on your dashboard and the parking attendant will wave you into the ProGold Lubricants Parking Lot. Not having to carry cash or stop for a transaction! Buying online in advance saves you $3 over event day pricing!
(NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
Championship Weekend Parking Pass - Only option available on event day
Parking in the ProGold Lubricants Parking Lot is $10 per vehicle - CASH ONLY. Please help our team keep the line moving by having your $10 ready once you pull up to a parking lot attendant.
Your furry friend is welcome to attend this race; however, we have a few simple rules to keep in mind…
Dogs must remain on a leash at ALL times. Unleashed dogs and their owners may be asked to leave and not return.
Please clean up after your dog. Poop bags are not provided, so please bring your own supply.
Do not let your dog enter a Pit Zone tent for a team other than your own. Remember, most tents have food tables, which could be a tasty distraction.
this event is dog friendly…for friendly dogs
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
We welcome the community to come and watch our events! Our athletes enjoy when there is an enthusiastic crowd cheering them on, but we ask all spectators, follow a few simple instructions. This will ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience.
STAY BEHIND THE RED TAPE: Keep your body and your belongings behind any tape with the Specialized Bicycles logo. If you lean over the tape to take a picture, you may inadvertently make contact with a rider.
BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS: Mountain bikes will be moving around you at high speeds, so please do not walk around looking at your phone! Stay alert and obey all crossing guard instructions when attempting to cross an active racecourse.
NO FLY ZONE FOR DRONES: Nobody may operate a drone at this race.
CHEER FOR EVERYONE: If there is a rider going by you, shout out words of encouragement! You don’t have to know the person to support them.
LEAVE NO TRACE: We are guests at Kingston Downs, so please clean up after yourself and throw all trash in the proper receptacle. If you are in the woods, carry all trash out with you.
spectator RULES OF CONDUCT
EVENT INFO TENT
Visit the Event Info Tent presented by Georgia Eye Bank for answers to any questions you may have.
Pick up event schedules
Lost and Found
Speak with a friendly team member to help you navigate the event grounds
RAFFLE prizes every hour
Every hour we draw a winning raffle ticket to receive a great prize. Buy your tickets at the General Store (card only - no cash) then listen to the PA announcer for winning numbers.
$5 per ticket
$20 for five tickets - BEST VALUE!
WATCH THE RACE IN A HAMMOCK
A hammock in the woods provides an excellent vantage point to watch the race. Keep your hammock at least 10 feet away from the course and DO NOT stack your hammock. Violations of this policy may result in being asked to leave.
SPECTATOR AREAS
Looking for the best place to watch the race? We have created special spectator areas that offer prime viewing opportunities. Our spectator areas are marked on the interactive map above. Of course, you are welcome to watch the race wherever you feel comfortable, so long as it doesn’t interfere with the competition.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
RACE HQ
The Race HQ Tent is a team’s source for all competition-related questions.
Race Plate Replacements
Questions related to rules
Filing a protest (Head Coach or Team Director only)
Emergency Medical Information
RACE PLATES
Each athlete will be provided with a single set of two race plates to use at all five races: one for the front of the bike, and one for the rider to place on their back. All race plates contain a timing chip, which tracks a rider’s time. Race plates must be completely vertical otherwise it could result in a timing error. Replacement number plates will be available at the Race HQ tent for $25.
Rule book
Be prepared for race day! All coaches and athletes should be familiar with the 2023 Rule Book. Failure to abide by the rules set forth in the 2023 Georgia Cycling Rule Book could result in an individual or team penalty.
Georgia Cycling has a chief referee on site that will be enforcing all rules and regulations. Only a Head Coach or Team Director may file a protest at Race HQ.
BIKE FETTISH PIT ZONE
Vehicular access to the Pit Zone will be permitted only to vehicles displaying a Pit Zone Pass on their dashboard. For teams competing on Sunday, load-in times are as follows:
Friday 3 - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 7 - 10 a.m.
Sunday: 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.
neutral support powered by free-flite bicycles
While riders are expected to show up with a fully functional bike, we know that mechanical issues can happen during race day. That’s why Free-Flite Bicycles is onsite with experienced and skilled mechanics to help assist student-athletes.
The Neutral Support Tent is located in the Midway and is marked on the interactive map above. Please note, that there are no complimentary replacement parts available. Free-Flite Bicycles will have a limited selection of replacement parts available for purchase. Parts are subject to availability.
HAMMER NUTRITION FEED ZONE
Nutrition and hydration are key in keeping Georgia Cycling Athletes safe and performing at their best on race day. The Hammer Nutrition Feed Zone is the only location on the course where food and drink can be given to active race participants. Coaches, parents, or other volunteers must use the feed zone.
High School Athletes: You may ride into the Hammer Nutrition Feed Zone between laps. Remember, you will be penalized for accepting food or drink outside of the Feed Zone boundaries during a race.
COACHES
MEETING
7:15 a.m. at Race HQ
The Coaches Meeting will provide an up-to-the-minute overview of race day. Since event information can shift at the last minute, it is essential that at least one representative from every team be present at this meeting.
event schedule
| PEACH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP | ||
|---|---|---|
| SUNDAY | ||
| 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. | Pit Zone Load In | Must have permit to access Pit Zone |
| 7:15 a.m | Coaches Meeting | |
| 8 a.m. | 8th Grade Boys | |
| 8:30 a.m | 8th Grade Girls | |
| 9:15 a.m. | High School Boys: Varsity/JV-1 | |
| 11:00 a.m. | High School Girls | |
| 12:30 p.m. | High School Boys: Freshman | |
| 2:00 p.m. | High School Boys: JV-2 | |
| 3:45 p.m. | Peach State Championship Medal Ceremony | |
| PEACH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WAVE TIMES | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATEGORY | STARTS WITH # | STAGING TIME | START TIME | LAPS | LAP MILEAGE | TOTAL MILEAGE |
| 8th Grade Boys | 4000s | 7:40 a.m | 8:00 a.m | 1 | 5.6 miles | 5.6 miles |
| 8th Grade Girls | 7000s | 8:15 a.m | 8:30 a.m | 1 | 5.6 miles | 5.6 miles |
| Varsity Boys | 50-99 | 8:55 a.m. | 9:15 a.m. | 4 | 5.6 miles | 22.4 miles |
| JV-1 Boys | 200-349 | 8:55 a.m. | 9:20 a.m. | 3 | 5.6 miles | 16.8 miles |
| Varsity Girls | 01-49 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | 3 | 5.6 miles | 16.8 miles |
| JV-1 Girls | 100-199 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:05 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| Freshman Girls | 900s | 10:45 a.m. | 11:10 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| JV-2 Girls | 350-499 | 10:45 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| Freshman Boys | 1000s | 12:10 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
| JV-2 Boys | 500-899 | 1:40 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 2 | 5.6 miles | 11.2 miles |
city information
Welcome to the enchanting city of Rome, GA, where history, charm, and Southern hospitality converge to create an unforgettable experience. Georgia Cycling is excited that Rome, specifically Kingston Downs, is once again host for our Championship Weekend. We encourage you to spend time before or after the competition exploring Rome. You can view the Rome Official Visitors Guide here.
IBEX mark tuggle rv CENTER family campground
Sleep under the stars! Reserve your spot in the IBEX Mark Tuggle RV Center Family Campground: $10 per car/truck or $20 for an RV/Camper. Camping passes must be purchased online in advance. No on-site transactions.
This is primitive camping, no water, sewer, or power hookups. Your camping fee covers the entire weekend, both Friday and Saturday nights. Same price whether you use one night or both.
ROME HOTELS
The map above shows hotel accommodations in the Rome area.
ROME RESTAURANTS
The map above shows restaurants in the Rome area.