Pacific Northwest Ski Association A Division of USSA  pnsa@pnsa.org    ph:425-434-0014   Fax:425-434-0015    PNSA Masters Schedule 2006 Links: Master's Results Click Here:  see current and past results! Other Racing/Training Opportunities

 

Jan 7,8            Snoqualmie                 Kick-off Classic                     GS Training / GS          Register Online!

 

Jan 14,15        Crystal                         Rosenquist Vala Memorial     GS/GS                         Register Online!

 

Jan 21,22        49 Degrees N              49's Master's Race                SL/ 2xSG                     Register Online!

                       

Jan 28,29        Open  

 

Feb 3-5          Park City                     Western Regionals                 All Races

 

Feb 11,12        Mt Hood                       Skiyente Cup                          SL, GS                         Register Online!              

 

Feb 18,19        Alpental                       Over the Hill                             2xSL, SL                     Register Online!  

 

Feb 24-26        Schweitzer                  Don Brooks Memorial             Train,2xGS, 2xSL        Register Online!                          

 

Mar  4, 5          Stevens                       Osborne Grage Memorial        GS, SL                        Register Online!              

 

Mar 10-12        Mission                        Skookum Cup                          Train,2xGS, SL           Register Online!          

 

Mar 19-26        Sunday River              Nationals                                   All Races

 

Mar 20-25        Alpe d’Huez                 World Criterium                       

 

Apr 6-9          Mt Bachelor                 PNSA Championships             Train,2xSG,GS,SL      Register ONline!

 

Entry Fees:
- Check PNSA.org for a finalized version of the race schedule complete with race fees.
- Most race fees are $ 20.00 per GS and SL.   $30.00 per SG ($50 for two on same day). 
- Entry Fees for PNSA Championships at Mt Bachelor will be different, they will send out a race entry form with complete information.

- See Handbook for entry fee and race sign up information for Western Regionals, USSA Masters Nationals and FIS Masters.

- If a race is having training days the race organizer will determine the fee and the type of race training.
- Please note some races will have two separate races per day. A race fee is due for each race.
Race Entries:
- Pre-Race Entry: Mail entry fees and entry cards to the Race Organizer so that it arrives at least one week before the race date. See back of this handbook for a copy of the Race Entry Card (photo copy it). Calling or emailing the race organizer is NOT considered pre-entering the race.

- Entry on Race Day: In the PNSA division, all races but the PNSA Championships at Mt Bachelor will accept 'day-of-race' entry. Expect to pay a late fee, usually $5.00 more than the stated entry fee.

- Entry via on-line:  No longer available (until we can find a volunteer to set this up with Active.com)
PNSA Overview:
PNSA Masters hosts races throughout the Pacific Northwest from January to April. Race in as few or as many races as you like. There is a season overall points competition per gender and age category, and a points competition for the Team title. Ski helmets must be worn for DH, SG and GS training and races. It is suggested to wear a helmet for SL too. Racers are only allowed into the race arena under the approval of the race officials, for pre-race course inspection and during the race to help side slip the course.

PNSA Goal:
We welcome all levels of skiers, from those looking to challenge themselves through ski racing, to the most avid adult masters ski racer. Our goal is to have fun, ski with and meet new friends and create great memories. Your goal is to promote masters racing by bringing a friend to a race and spreading the word about masters racing.

USSA/PNSA Membership Requirements:
Racers must have a current USSA Masters Competition Card (2006). Card must be shown at time of race sign in and your USSA license number must be noted on the entry cards. A temporary or day of race membership can be purchased at the race site. See www.ussa.org or www.pnsa.org for more information.

USSA Masters Nationals - Entry Procedure:
Schedule for March 19-26 at Sunday River, Maine. USSA will send out an entry packet to each USSA master with a 2006 license. See Handbook section on USSA Masters Nationals for a official details and schedule. Entry forms and race payment is to be mailed to the PNSA Masters Chairman, Paul Shimchick (1160 Mountain View Blvd SE, North Bend, WA 98045). Estimated deadline is early February. Please, carefully read your Nationals race entry instructions!

Sponsors:
We are proud to have World Cup Skier Services, Bellevue, WA and Custom Boot Service, Seattle, WA as sponsors of PNSA Masters Racing. They offer discounts to USSA/PNSA racers.

PNSA Contacts:
- PNSA Chairman: Paul Shimchick. 425-888-3882. email: shimchick@msn.com.
- Race Schedule Coordinator: Knut Olberg. 206-714-4522. email: norski@msn.com