BC Cup downhill racing is headed back to Vancouver Island once more over the weekend of August 24-25, 2024, for the annual Stevie Smith Memorial DH Race presented, here in the Mount Washington Bike Park. Since 2017, this race has been held in memory of the late-Canadian racing icon, Stevie Smith, who grew up riding here on Vancouver Island before showcasing his talents at World Cup venues around the globe and inspiring generations of athletes to come.
Coach Plate Requirements at Downhill Races: Starting in 2024, coaches planning to attend Cycling BC-sanctioned Downhill races will need to hold a UCI Technical COACH licence and be pre-registered for the event to get a coach plate and ride the course. For more information about coach licence requirements, check out: Coach Plate Policy.2024.03.11 (PDF)