Biggie Banks Series - Skiercross and Boardercross

BIGGIE BANKS SERIES
The Biggie Banks Series is an entry-level race series featuring banked slalom and skier/boarder cross events, designed for all ages and skill levels. Each event offers a unique course with its own character: two banked slalom races set in Whitefish's natural terrain and the exciting boarder/skier cross on the Goat Haunt Course.

EVENT DATES & DETAILS

• Biggie 1 – Saturday, January 25th – Banked Slalom
• Biggie 2 – Saturday, March 1st – Boarder/Skier Cross
• Biggie 3 – Saturday, March 15th – Banked Slalom

REGISTRATION OPENING DATES
These events are a blast, and they sell out quickly! Be sure to register early.

• Biggie 1 – Registration opens January 1st at 12:00pm
• Biggie 2 – Registration opens February 5th at 12:00pm
• Biggie 3 – Registration opens February 26th at 12:00pm

If an event sells out, a waitlist will be available through the event page.

DAY OF SCHEDULE

• 7:00am – Online pre-registration closes (if spots are still available)
• 8:30am - 9:30am – Mandatory check-in at Ed & Mully’s (3905 Big Mountain Road)
• 10:15am - 10:45am – Mandatory course inspection (one slow-speed run)
• 11:00am – Mandatory competitors’ meeting at race start
• 11:30am - 2:15pm – Race
• 4:00pm – Awards ceremony outside the Events Office (3915 Big Mountain Road)

LOCATION

• Check-In: Ed & Mully's
• Course Locations:
• Biggie 1 – Banked Slalom – George's Gorge or Silvertip Woods / Chair 7 (subject to change)
• Biggie 2 – Boarder/Skier Cross – Goat Haunt Course / Chair 7
• Biggie 3 – Banked Slalom – George’s Gorge / Chair 7
• Awards: Outside the Events Office

REGISTRATION & FEES

• Online pre-registration is mandatory for all events
• Single Event Fee: $30
• Registration closes at 7:00am on race day
• Check-in: 8:30am – 9:30am (no exceptions)

CATEGORIES
Available for both skiers and snowboarders, separated by gender. Choose based on age on the day of the event. Skier/boarder cross events require a minimum number of racers per heat. Because of this, we will group athletes into the most fair and favorable age divisions based on who registers. We will try to keep categories as close to the standard Biggie age brackets as possible-

• U9 Division (Ages 6-8)
• U12 Division (Ages 9-11)
• U15 Division (Ages 12-14)
• U21 Division (Ages 15-20)
• You Old Division (Ages 21+)

Inspection - Inspection is offered as an opportunity for racers to experience the course first hand prior to competition. Racers are are not allowed to go full speed during inspection due to the number of people on course and variety of abilities.

Banked Slalom Results: Each racer gets two runs through the course, with the fastest single run winning.

Boarder/Skier Cross Results: Racers compete in heats (2-5 per heat), with the top two advancing. Each racer will have at least two runs, possibly more, depending on the division size.

Note: Divisions may be adjusted if there aren’t enough racers in certain categories.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

BEFORE THE EVENT

What do I do after I register?
Please double check your entry, make sure it is right. You will be emailed a confirmation/receipt.

I need to make a change to my registration!
Changing your category at registration is not an option. If the information provided is incorrect (you want to change divisions, for instance) you must re-register for the event with the correct information (name, date, age, gender, category, etc). This will require you to pay for a second entry while the refund is being processed. Please allow up to two weeks for refund of the incorrect entry to be processed. To request the refund, you must follow refund request steps listed above by the cutoff date for your event.

Is this the X-Games?
No it is not. We aim to provide quality and affordable competition in an effort for our skiers and riders to push and pursue their goals on the mountain. These competitions garner a wide spectrum of skill sets and will offer courses and awards to suit that spectrum.

What are my responsibilities as a competitor?
Events are a group effort. It requires timeliness and accountability of not only the event staff, but of each competitor. There are many details each person is responsible for in order for us all to have a fun day on the snow. Making sure your information is accurate, you are on time and prepared for each event is required.

DAY OF EVENT

TRANSPORTATION, PARKING AND SHUTTLES
What are my transport options getting to the event and around the village?

The SNOW Bus will also operate between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. A shuttle will operate in the upper village areas, and all parking lots will be open through the event. Please obey all parking signage and park as per normal.

Where do I Check-In?
Mandatory check-in at Ed & Mully's in the Upper Village (3905 Big Mountain Road) to confirm your spot, pick up your bib, snag some stickers, and be an awesome competitor.

Are helmets required?
Helmets are required to participate in any event.

Inspection
Prior to each event there may only be time for one inspection run. Use this time wisely. Inspection is offered as an opportunity for racers to experience the course first hand prior to competition. Racers are are not allowed to go full speed during inspection due to the number of people on course and variety of abilities.

Competitor Meeting
Each event has details and information necessary for each participant to have a fun day. There will be a mandatory competitor meeting for each event, and the time of each meeting will be posted in the event schedule.

Where can I find results?
Results are available at the Awards Ceremony and at Typically, they are posted a day or two after the event.

Can I volunteer for this event?
If you are interested in volunteering for this or other events at Whitefish Mountain Resort, please register at the . You get a lift ticket for your help, entered into the raffle and high fives galore!

TICKET INFORMATION

Do WMR Employees / families receive a discount?
Yes, 50% off entry fees to all events for employees and their families when that employee qualifies for spouse and dependent passes. You will be asked during the registration process if you work for WMR and for what department you work for.

Discount Codes
If you are a sponsor or have a code to enter, please enter it at the top of the page where you choose your ticket.

Are there Discounted Lift Tickets for Event Competitors?
Yes, for any event that requires use of the chairlift and is not a free entry event such as Cruise the Blues or a Torchlight Parade. $55 discounted Event Lift Tickets are available at the ticket shack located next to the bottom of Chair 2 in the Lift Plaza. Competitors must present their Bib to be eligible for this discounted ticket.

Can I transfer my entry to my friend if I can’t make it to the event?
No. See refund information above. New registrations must be completed by the competitor / guardian. You can request a refund, and your friend should register independently.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
It is not required to print your ticket, but it can be helpful. If you intend on purchasing a discounted lift ticket, it is required.

REFUND INFORMATION

• Things happen. We understand that sometimes people are unable to compete.
• Entry fees are 100% refundable when contacted 48 hours before the event. Within 48 hours, a 50% refund will be issued if your space is able to be filled from the waitlist.
• To request a refund, please email [email protected] with the following information:
• --Your Name, --which event you are requesting a refund and –Reason for the request (sick, out of town, injured, mistake, etc.)
• Refund requests sent to other points of contact will not be honored.

Are there other events like this?

• Biggie Banks 3 - March 15
• Nate Chute - March 22 & 23

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!

Host or Publisher Whitefish Mountain Resort