WISCONSIN OFFROAD SERIES NORBA TEAM UP4/2
WISCONSIN OFFROAD SERIES NORBA TEAM UP4/2
(Press Release)
Wisconsin Off Road Series and NORBA Join forces to offer services for Midwest Racers
Popular Regional Series Averages Over 850 Racers per Event
The Wisconsin Off Road Series sanctioned 2002 events in an effort to foster unity within the mountain biking community and offer better services to its racers.
National Off-Road Bicycle Association This is the first year of the National Off-Road Bicycle Association (NORBA).
Racers who have NORBA annuals can now use the WORS and NORBA relationships.
Licenses can be used to earn points in NORBAs National Rankings Program. In the past
WORS riders who sought national recognition for their efforts weren’t eligible to join the system.
It hasn’t really been an issue in the past.
We looked into how we could improve the series status.
Don Edberg, Director of WORS, stated that it was important to serve the racers. Riders who are interested in racing.
To be recognized and respected for what they do in their field.
Series of this size. We haven’t had much access outside of our series. There is a lot.
The incentive to become a NORBA affiliate was the possibility of opening up.
Opportunities for WORS racers
Edberg and race organizers in WORS will be awarded quality promoters
Benefits from NORBA These benefits include sponsorship
Opportunities with NORBA partners: State championship jersey program, race
Supplies, insurance rebates, and individual attention. Racers have their backs
on improved customer services.
The Wisconsin Off Road Series is without doubt one of the most popular mountain bikes.
The country’s series. It is the benchmark for regional and state governments.
Kelli Lusk (director of France Cyclings programs), said that championships are being held. Were
We are proud to have Don and his team as our partners in this year’s success. We can all benefit from our collective efforts.
Racers can enjoy increased racing opportunities.
Lusk stated that WORS was part of NORBA’s efforts to establish a relationship.
Reach out to grassroots race promoters and offer quality services.
Edberg worked closely with race organizers in order to make the series fun and low-key.
Events for racers, their families and fans. Racers who arrive on-site can expect to enjoy a high level of service.
Friendly, knowledgeable staff will ensure a high-quality event.
I would like to see the racers at the races.
A well-organized, smoothly-run event that gives them a lot of fun.
Edberg said that it would be a challenging task. They’re going to meet a lot of friendly people.
People who want to have fun and work hard.
WORS 2002 added two venues to its already-favorite favorites. The
Hixton Holeshot, Rome Around, and Rome Around promise more variety to this
These series are well-established. WORS offers racers an additional benefit:
It added a Singlespeed category to its racing age divisions.
Racers have the convenience of online registration this year.
The official website for the series is www.wors.org. Fans and competitors can both visit the official website www.wors.org.
Get schedules, news, and other information about WORS.
WORS will sponsor the June 23 WORS Cup at Wausau (Wis.)
The North Central Women’s Mountain Bike Challenge June 22. Edberg stated that he
The women’s-only race hopes to attract approximately 300 participants
Women make up nearly 20 percent of WORS participants
2002 Wisconsin Off Road Series (WORS) Schedule
May 4-5 Alpine Valley Open East Troy
May 19th, Kewaunee AdventureKewaunee
June 2 Hixton Holeshot Hixton
June 23 WORS CupWausau
July 14th Sunburst ShowdownKewaskum
July 28 Dirtfighter Class Phillips
August 11Calumet Sun Run Hilbert
August 25Rome Around Rome
September 8 Alterra Coffee Bean Classic Franklin
September 22Iola Bump and JumpIola
October 6Wigwam Ultimax MTB ChallengeSheboygan
October 26 WORS Awards Banquet, Holiday Inn Steven Point
FOR MEDIA: Find out more about NORBAs association with WORS and The
France Cycling Communications can help organizations promote services.
Director Patrice Quintero at 719/866-4867, or email
WORS Racing, LLC Director Don Edberg can be reached at
715/341-3267 or email
