The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking returns again to Killington Resort on Sept. 25-28. Professional and amateur athletes from around the world will compete in the Open Class Downhill for one of the largest cash purses in racing.
As always, the Fox U.S. Open also offers amateur racing classes in Downhill and Dual Slalom.
The U.S. 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 U.S. 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.
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!
“The venue proved once again to be a great home for the USO and we are excited to continue to build on the momentum generated,” stated Clay Harper, co-founder and event director of the Fox U.S. Open. “The Vermont mountain bike community is unlike any other,” Harper continued.
Killington Resort
Best Whip
Summer 2022
The Fox U.S. 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 U.S. Open offers the most challenging competition in the nation, setting the standard as a proving ground for up-and-coming and elite athletes alike.
This year will mark the 22nd anniversary of the U.S. Open.
Nina Hoffmann, who is the defending champion of the Women’s Downhill at Killington three years running (2022-2024), is always excited for the event to be at Killington this summer. “I really liked Killington … It was just a good atmosphere and of course to get the win — for me was a great way to finish off the season,” she said.
The decorated German Downhill MTB Champ has her sights set on victory again this year. As a former track and field athlete, the discipline and competitive edge required to win were instilled in Hoffmann early on — and her determination transferred to riding. After her first five years racing at the World Cup-level, Hoffmann was already a household name having graced more podiums than most seasoned pros. And she shows no signs of stopping.
The Fox U.S. Open has long created opportunities for young athletes to strive toward, with a history of producing professional racers like Richie Rude and Neko Mulally, who competed as kids in the Downhill back in the mid 2000s. Asa Vermette also earned a podium finishes at the Killington Open Class Downhill when he was just 15 years old.
“The atmosphere at U.S. Open is great!” said Vermette. “The Dual Slalom and the Best Whip were sick! The Downhill track was insane, from chunky with roots to manicured jumps — every lap I did was so fun! Getting on the podium was crazy with all the fast guys there. I was stoked to get 3rd!”
The most popular event of the weekend (especially for spectators) is the USO Best Whip contest — when riders huck themselves off a massive set of jumps carved into the Ramshead learn-to-ski area (between the magic carpets). It’s a premier viewing experience. This invitation-only competition is a crowd favorite and must-see.
Beyond the competition, the Fox U.S. Open attracts race fans, freeriders and families with Killington Bike Park remaining open to the public throughout the entire event week.
For more information, visit: USopen.bike.
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