WebSite by: BrettHardin.netThe US Nationals is a two competition series, the Chelan XC Open is round one, and we are round two!
The Sun Valley Event will be A Pre PWC!
Competition Dates: August 30th – September 5. Official practice day on Sunday August 29th.
Sanctioning: USHPA and FAI Cat 2 sanctioned Pre PWC.
Format: Turn points and race to goal.
Rules: USHPA 2009 Competition Rule book.
Cash Prizes!!!!! for Open Class 1, 2, 3. Women’s 1st. Sport Class 1st. (amount to be announced)
Trophies/Prizes: Overall/Open Class 1, 2, 3. Women’s 1st. Sport Class 1st.
Sport/Serial Class: DHV 2 and under, no modifications.
Location: All launch sites are located on the summit of Bald Mountain, (9100feet/2774meters MSL), top of the Sun Valley Resort. View a satellite image of the area.
Pilot Skill Level Required: All contestants must be current USHPA members. No exceptions. P4 required, or P3 with Turbulence, Cross Country and High Altitude Special Skill endorsements.
Equipment requirements: Paraglider & Harness, Helmet, Reserve, GPS and Radio capable of receiving and transmitting on all official USHPA frequencies. Supplemental oxygen recommended.
Early Registration until July 1st: $375
Late Registration following July 1st: $475
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Registration and Payment: Register on-line. Use the "Pay Now" button to pay with PayPal or credit card. Make Check or Money Order payable to 2010 U.S. Nationals, and mail to: Mike Pfau P.O. Box 733 Hailey Id 83333. Mail in registration must be post marked by July 1st for early registration eligibility. Email Mike Pfau if you have questions. If you are using PayPal you will be charged a $15 service fee. |
Mandatory Pilot Briefing: Sunday, August 29th at 7pm. Location: T.B.A.
Transportation: Each contestant will receive an 8 day lift pass to access the summit of Bald Mountain. This pass is valid from August 28th – September 5th. Shuttle vehicles will transport contestants from goal and on course back to River Run LZ and Ketchum.
Parking: Ample parking at River Run LZ.
Event Organizer: Mike Pfau
Meet Director: Jeff Huey
Score Keeper: Bill Hughes
Safety Director: Mark Gaskill
Volunteers and Wind Technicians: Needed and appreciated. Contact Mike Pfau if you would like to volunteer!
The 2010 U.S. Paragliding Nationals is possible through exclusive cooperation with the Sun Valley Company & the US Forest Service. Mike Pfau P.O. Box 733 Hailey Id 83333