On September 20, 2023

20th Fox U.S. Open of Mountain Biking returns to Killington Resort this weekend 

The Fox U.S. Open(USO) of Mountain Biking returns to Killington Resort Friday, Sept. 22 with events through Sunday, Sept. 24. 

It’s the 20th anniversary of the event and it’s expected to bring professional and amateur athletes from around the world to compete in Downhill, Enduro and Dual Slalom racing. The series offers one of the largest cash purses in downhill mountain bike racing. 

Dakotah Norton and Nina Hoffman are expected to return to defend their 2022 titles, while athletes including Asa Vermette, Althea Ostgaard, Neko Mulally, Wyn Masters, Jackson Goldston, Dylan Maples and more look to solidify their place in mountain biking history.  

The competition kicks off on Friday with the Dual Slalom race on Ramshead. On Saturday the action heats up with Downhill qualifying events, the Enduro Race and the fan-favorite Red Bull Best Whip competition. 

Action builds Sunday for the U.S. Open Downhill Race, as well as Next Gen Downhill Race and Adaptive Downhill Race. 

See page 13 for tips on spectating. 

 

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