SHIMANO NORBA NATIONAL FINALS RETURN TO MOUNT SNOW
Apr 22, 2005
Contact: Mike Murphy
802-464-1100 ext 4370
pr@mountsnow.com

SHIMANO NORBA NATIONAL FINALS RETURN TO MOUNT SNOW

Mount Snow, Vermont (April 22, 2005) -- Mount Snow, home to the first mountain bike school in the country, is pleased to announce the return of the Shimano NORBA National Mountain Bike Series Finals. From August 25 - 28, amateurs and top professionals will compete in Downhill, Cross-Country, Dual Slalom, Short Track, Super D, and Trials events.

“Being selected to host the Finals is further evidence that Mount Snow is the Mountain Bike Capital of the East,” says Doug Daniels, Mount Snow Director of Events. “The top mountain bike athletes in the world will converge for these races and we anticipate a strong amateur showing as well.”

Mount Snow has become a favorite stop for the NORBA Series and this year marks the seventeenth time Mount Snow has hosted a NORBA event. The Finals represent the last chance for the pros to increase their point standings to win the coveted national title. Amateur riders also have the opportunity to compete in all disciplines.

In addition to spectacular racing action, Mount Snow will also host several exposition areas, product demonstrations and parties. For more information on the Shimano NORBA National Mountain Bike Series Finals at Mount Snow please visit www.mountsnow.com or call 800-451-4211.

The NORBA National Mountain Bike Series is North America's premier off-road cycling series. The series crowns USA Cycling's Mountain Bike Champions. USA Cycling is the national governing body for cycle sport.

Set in the Green Mountain National Forest, Mount Snow offers 45 miles of mountain bike terrain, consisting of single-track, old town roads and ski trails that challenge all levels and abilities of riders in a classic Vermont setting.
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