Wednesday night magic Whatcom World Cup race series Story and photos by Harrison Winkel
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could feel the buzz of excitement spread through town as group texts lit up my phone. “Are you racing Wednesday?” “Wanna go up to heckle?” “Heard there’s free beer!!!” Wednesday nights during the summer are my favorite day of the week and for good reason. Every week through the end of August, the Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition (WMBC), in partnership with local businesses, put on the
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MOUNT BAKER EXPERIENCE | SUMMER 2022
Whatcom World Cup. It’s a time when the local riding community gets together in the woods to race down trails, heckle their friends and crack a cold beer together. Races cost $15 for WMBC members, which is $30 annually and goes to support trail maintenance and programming, and draws everyone from professionals to families. This season has 14 races scheduled. Last year had 12. Almost every single one will be raced on a new course either on Galbraith
Mountain or at the Waypoint Park pumptrack. Having a variety of courses makes it so everyone has a race that suits their strengths. Some take race night seriously, with friend group bragging rights on the line, while others are there to simply have a good time and dress up in all manner of costumes. Don’t be surprised to see an astronaut or ballerina pass you. Sponsored by Fanatik Bike Co. and Kulshan Brewing
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