Syracuse Double-Header Races
We will be holding our last race of the summer season at Osceola Ski & Sport Resort on Saturday, August 16th. This will consist of two events with a two-person team running relay in the morning followed by a Mt. bike sprint format race in the afternoon. You can race both or just one depending on your interest. Details and registration can be found at the links below. Please register as early as possible if you know you're going to take part so that we can make sure we have everything set for a successful day. All competitors must have completed the online US Biathlon Association rifle safety training (see link in the left menu) before the morning of the race.
Help is always needed for our races so if you would be able to help out, let us know via the Volunteer Signup link.
Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Challenge Weekend Results
Thanks to everyone who made it to Osceola for the 2025 Pursuit Challenge Weekend! The decision was made to combine both events into one day and fortunately the weather have us a break from the heat to make it bearable. Congratulations go out to Cindy Daly and Brayden Ashby who held off their respective competition to become the latest Pursuit Challenge Champions! Results for the day can be found below:
Important Date Change!!
We are moving Sunday's pursuit race to Saturday following the sprint event so make sure to adjust your plans. There will be a break between the two races to give folks a chance to recover, hydrate, and rezero. The schedule for Saturday is as follows:
Sprint Race
Registration - 8:30
Zero - 9:00
Race Start -10:00
Pursuit Race
Registration - 11:00
Zero - 11:30
Race Start - 12:30-13:00 (once everyone is ready to go)
Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Challenge Weekend
The Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Weekend is rapidly approaching with registration now open on SkiReg.com (links below). This will be held at Osceola Ski & Sport Resort on Saturday & Sunday, July 19 & 20th. If you can't race both days, you can still race just one of the days so don't miss out. Just a reminder that all competitors must complete the US Biathlon online rifle safety training (info in the menu to the left) before the competitions. Be sure to signup as early as possible so that we know that there will be enough participants to hold these races. If you're not racing but are able to help out, let us know that you're coming by signing up on the volunteer page.
Clinic Wrapup
A good group of new and experienced biathletes came out to the clinic at Pratt's Falls Park on June 14th for a solid training day followed by a sprint format time trial. Novices were given an overview of biathlon rules, a walk-through of a sprint format race followed by solid session for shooting practice. Plenty of helpers made sure that everyone received one-on-one coaching and advice. The experienced participants were able to get in training day focusing on those areas they needed to work on. Everyone wrapped up the day with a sprint format time trial to show off their improved skills. Results for the time trial can be found below.
Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Challenge Weekend Wrapup
The winter 2025 Pursuit weekend was crammed into one day to beat the warm temps & rain. A good turnout took advantage of a beautiful late winter day to wrap up our season. Congratulations go out to Brayden Ashby who had an impressive performance in both races to take the Pursuit Championship. Thanks to everyone who came out to race and to all the volunteers who came out to help. We're looking at the summer schedule now and will get the word out on events as soon as we have those in place.
Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Challenge Weekend
The winter version of the SBC/PB Pursuit Challenge Weekend will be held February 22 and 23 at Osceola Ski & Sport. The top female and male (non-novice) competitors will be shooting to be name the Challenge Champions over two days of competition. Not one of the best or just looking to give biathlon a try? This is still a great race opportunity so don't feel intimidated and miss out as all levels are welcome to take part. You provide your own ski equipment and we'll supply the use of a rifle and ammo for the event. ALL COMPETITORS must have completed the online US Biathlon Rifle Safety Training prior to race day. NON-NOVICE COMPETITORS must also complete the in-person assessment ahead of time. We are not able to hold these the morning of the race so be sure to arrange this ahead of time. Details on this process can be found on the menu item to the left. Not racing but would still like to help out on race day? Let us know through the volunteer sign-up link below. If you have any questions, reach out via the Contact Us link to the left.
Winter Schedule
There's a good schedule of biathlon races in New York this winter with the following events in place:
Polar Bear (Old Forge/McCauley) - January 12
Saratoga - January 25 & 26
Lake Placid (Empire State Games) - February 1 & 2
Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Challenge Weekend (Osceola) - February 22 & 23
Saratoga (New York Championships) - March 1 & 2
Syracuse (Osceola) - March 15
Late June Update
A good mix of new and old participants at our June 22nd clinic and sprint race. Thanks to everyone who showed up and all our volunteers who made it happen. Results for the sprint race can be found at the link below. This was just the start of the summer season with a lot more happening. Our next event will be the Syracuse/Polar Bear Pursuit Weekend being held at Osceola Ski & Sport on July 6th & 7th. This is a two race weekend (sprint on Saturday, pursuit on Sunday) sponsored by both Syracuse and Polar Bear (Old Forge) Biathlon clubs. You can pre-register at skireg.org (link below). You can race both races, Saturday only, or Sunday only depending on yur schedule. Novices are welcome and we'll hold the usual rifle safety training session each day. This is also a good opportunity to complete the new US Biathlon Association Rifle Safety assessment (see the link on the left side). Lots of dates and club info coming out in the next email blast so keep an eye on your inbox!
We will be holding a summer clinic as part of the 2016 Olympic Day Celebration on Saturday, June 25th at Pratt's Falls Park. This event is designed for all levels of competitors and will be focused on developing shooting skills and biathlon strategy. There will be three groups separated by ability:
Note: In addition to the event fee's listed below there is a $10 insurance fee for any participant who is not a member of the US Biathlon Association
Group A - This is for novices who are relatively new to the sport and are looking for personalized coaching during the day. We are limiting this group to a maximum of 15 to insure quality instruction. Rifle and ammunition will be provided. Instruction & drills from 9:00 to 12:00 with a time trial at 12:00. Expect to be finished by 1:00. Entry fee is $20 per person.
Group B - You've participated in biathlon previously and have your own rifle & ammunition but would like some additional instruction & coaching then this may be your best fit. Instruction & drills from 9:00 to 12:00 with a time trial at 12:00. Expect to be finished by 1:00. Entry fee is $15 per person.
Group C - For the experienced biathlete with there own rifle & ammunition just looking for a chance to do some training. Welcome to start with the other groups at 9:00 but no shooting allowed until 10:00. Self-directed training & welcome to join the time trial at 12:00. Entry fee is $10 per person.
There is a $2 discount for all members of the Syracuse Biathlon Club so be sure to renew or join if you are not a member.
Update - 12/8/15 (14:13) The Syracuse Biathlon Club website is in the process of being redesigned. Please bear with us as we move to a new layout.
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