February 20/15 9:37 am - Test of Metal Celebrates 20th Anniversary in 2015

Posted by Editoress on 02/20/15
 

The Test of Metal will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a variety of events including a teams-of-two relay for this year's race only.

Registration will open on Sunday, March 15, at 6:00pm for the Test of Metal Relay Race for two-person teams. This event will be offered this year only as part of the 20th anniversary celebrations.

The Relay Race racers will be staged to start the race in a start chute that feeds into the main chute approximately in line with the entrance to Brennan Park Recreation Centre's main entrance.

The first half of the Test of Metal is known more for its rolling terrain while the second half features big climbs and downhills. The exact hand-off point has yet to be determined but will be around the mid-point of the course.

The price for a team of two is $180 (plus GST) and does not include a T-shirt. There are a limited number of entries for the Relay Race event. Please register Here.

New Website
The Test of Metal has revamped its website for this 20th anniversary year. Please check out the new site.

Call-out to Racers Who Have Not Missed a Test
For those who have raced every Test of Metal from 1996 to 2014 - that's 19 races in a row and we know there are a few of you - and are registered for the 20th anniversary race in 2015, please contact Trish at Race Registration.

Friday Night Festivities
The Test of Metal Friday night festivities for all ages will return for the 20th anniversary. Included are chariot races and a show and shine, amongst other fun and frivolity in the works. These events will be held at Brennan Park Recreation Centre (also the site of racer check-in). For more and updated details, please check the Test of Metal website as the event approaches.

Beach Party
The Test of Metal Powerhouse Feed Zone beach party, a production of Tantalus Bike Shop and Pinkbike, is returning with a vengeance for the 20th anniversary race. This area has always been a great place for spectators, with racers coming through the feed zone twice. The beach party, with its great tunes and amazing vibe, will make it an even more eventful place to spend the afternoon.

Squamish Craft Beer Festival
Don't forget that at the finish area of the Test of Metal will be a sneak preview of the inaugural Squamish Craft Beer Festival, which will take place on July 11th.

Thanks to Nesters Market Squamish
The Test of Metal would like to thank Nesters Market Squamish, which has extended presenting sponsorship for another three years, which allows the Test of Metal organization to continue putting on this community-supported event. Nesters Market Squamish has been integral to the success of this event as the Test of Metal moves into its third decade.