Fox US Open of Mountain Biking

The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking will once again return to Killington Resort from September 26-29. Professional and amateur athletes from around the world will compete in the Open Class Downhill for one of the largest cash purses in racing, and as always, the Fox US Open also offers amateur racing classes in Downhill and Dual Slalom.

The US Open Downhill race will remain true to its heritage as an open class event that gives up-and-coming racers the chance to compete against the pros and will again be included in the US Downhill National Series. Racers age 14 & under will also have their shot in the Next Gen Youth Downhill event, which offers categories for intermediate and expert racers.

The USO Adaptive Downhill will also return with support from Vermont Adaptive & will feature top invited athletes competing on the main downhill track on Goat Skull.

Back by popular demand will be the USO Best Whip, taking place on a massive set of jumps carved into the base area of the bike park for a premier viewing experience. This invitational competition is a crowd-favorite and a must-see.

Spectating is FREE, and approved areas of the bike park are open to the public during the event (access up the Ramshead chairlift for spectators will be available for purchase). Join the party and experience epic competition, spectating, and riding with friends!

Please visit the US Open website for full event information.

Registration

Registration is now open! Early-bird registration rates are available until September 1st, after which prices will increase. Click the link below to claim your spot:

REGISTER

Please note that all athletes MUST pre-register online—there will be no on-site registration available.

Volunteering

Volunteer course marshal & parking attendant positions will be available for all four days of the competition, from September 26-29. Volunteers will be provided lunch as well as a FREE Killington lift ticket voucher, valid for a calendar year, for each completed shift. NEW FOR THIS YEAR: after completing your shift(s), all volunteers will receive a 40% discount code at Fox Racing (foxracing.com) and a 35% discount code at Thule (thule.com). Registered volunteers can also receive a Pro Downhill Series t-shirt (while supplies last).

Click the link below to view available shifts & claim your spot(s):

VOLUNTEER

All volunteers must be 18 years of age or older & must complete our required Express Assumption of Risk form—click here to complete it ahead of time.

Attending the Fox US Open

Planning on taking in the action at this year's event? Read on for Killington Resort policies that will apply for all spectators:

Camping & Parking

• There will be limited parking at Ramshead. When the lot fills up, additional parking will be available in the upper Snowshed lots.
• RV/overnight parking at Ramshead will be available for purchase. Free RV parking/overnight camping will be available in the Vale parking lots & in the upper Snowshed lot (on the side of the lot closer to the Killington Grand Hotel).
  • Overnight parking will not be allowed on the Mountain Green side of the upper Snowshed lots nor in any of the K-1 lots. Please note signage pertaining to parking as you arrive at Killington.
  • Our full list of summer camping policies can be found by clicking HERE.
• The Ramshead parking lot will be monitored throughout the entirety of the event. Parking in certain areas of the Ramshead lot will be prohibited—please pay attention to signage.
• Please clean up after yourself upon arriving in our parking lots. Dumpsters will be available in Ramshead, Vale, and upper Snowshed lots.
• There are no bonfires or fire pits allowed in the Ramshead parking lot. Any drone photography/videography is also prohibited.
• All lifts (Snowshed, Ramshead, and K-1) will operate on their usual operating schedules for public access—only participants will have access to early lift times. Please note that lift line wait times will be affected during peak event hours.

Alcohol Consumption

• Outside alcohol will NOT be allowed inside the event venue at Ramshead. Anyone inside the venue that is seen with alcohol not purchased on-site will be asked to leave the event.
  • Outside alcohol is also strictly prohibited in any of our base lodges (Ramshead, Snowshed, and K-1).
• There will be a bag check upon entering the venue near the Ramshead Base Lodge. Prohibited items include drones, weapons, drugs, & outside alcohol.
• Don't drink and drive! Shuttle service down Killington Road via The Bus will be available on the Rutland/Killington commuter line—click here for details.
• This is an all-ages event! IDs will only be required for purchasing alcohol in the venue.

Venue Policies & Amenities

• Please do not ride your bikes through the venue! You will be asked to walk your bike through any high-traffic areas.
• As a reminder, Killington is a smoke-free resort. Smoking is prohibited in the event venue but is permitted in resort parking lots.
• The flying of drones is strictly prohibited in the venue & on Killington Resort property.
• Pets will be allowed inside the venue, but they must remain on a leash at all times while on resort property. You can find our full pet policy HERE.
• Bathrooms will be available inside the Ramshead Base Lodge throughout the event. Porta-potties also will be available in the Ramshead and Vale parking lots.
• Food & beverage will be available in the venue via an outdoor grill & food trucks from Friday - Sunday.
  • Please note that Killington is a cashless resort—the bar & outdoor grill inside the venue will only accept credit/debit cards & mobile pay.

About the Fox US Open

The Fox US OPEN of Mountain Biking was established in 2003 with the single goal of creating excitement in the American mountain bike scene. Featuring a unique Open Pro/Am format, the Fox US Open offers the most challenging competition in the nation, setting the standard as a proving ground for up-and-coming and elite athletes alike. We offer a full slate of Amateur classes. Anyone can enter the Open Class and compete against the pros to prove where they rank and take a piece of the massive cash purse!

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