March 16th-17th, 2024
Hosted by Lassen MC in Doyle, California
Information current as of: Feb/22/2024
The 2024 Season is officially here starting with the Diamond Back Hare Scramble! Round #1 is hosted by Lassen Motorcycle Club; a club that has hosted off-road motorcycle races and events in 1968. Located at Fort Sage OHV, Youth riders will race on Saturday, and Adults will race on Sunday.
General Info
What’s it going to cost me to show up and race?
- There is no gate fee for this event
- The race entry fee for this event is:
- Pro- $160 (50% Payback)
- Adult- $80
- Youth- $50
- Pee Wee- $30
Other Fees
- All racers must have a Moto-Tally Transponder – $10 (required and must be place under helmet visor, existing Moto Tally strip is okay to use if in good condition). Moto-Tally transponders typically last for multiple years if maintained properly, and are compatible with any series that also uses Moto-Tally scoring.
- All riders must be an AMA Member. Memberships are available at Registration:
- Day Pass Membership: $20 (Day Pass may credit towards Annual membership post-event)
- Annual Membership: $49
- All riders must run a WHS number for this event. You may request a series number, or simply purchase a single event pre-determined temporary number at registration for $10.
Anything special I need to bring/know for this race?
- Spark Arrestors are required.
- Fuel mats are required for Pit Row
- Camping is encouraged, as the nearest hotels are roughly 45-mins away.
- Cash, Credit Card and Venmo are accepted.
- No Pit Riding
- Parking will be only on the RIGHT side as you enter off the main road towards Registration and Pits, marked with signs and yellow ribbon.
- Spectators assume all risk of injury and/or damages.
- AMA Youth Waiver required for racers under the are of 18-years old.
- Club Referee: Chris Maas // 775-772-1582 // Chris.maas@hotmail.com
- All riders may eMTB the race course when there is NOT a race in progress on that course.
Trophies and Pin
Club Merch
Series Merch
Lassen MC
Years hosting Regional West Hare Scramble events: 4
The Lassen MC was founded in 1968 in Susanville, CA. The club initially hosted races for D-36 for both Cross-Country and Enduro series at the Fort Sage and Dry Valley OHV Parks. In the late 90’s the club moved from hosting events with D-36 and to putting on races for MRANN (Motorcycle Racing Series of Northern Nevada). Over the past 4 years the club has also had the opportunity to be the opening round of the AMA West Hare Scramble Series. In addition, in 2022 the small club hosted a round of the AMA National Hare and Hound Series in Dry Valley, NV. The non-profit club also utilizes its resources to do fund raising to help top racers in the country achieve their racing dreams. This started with donations for Duke Lambert in the 80’s to get to the ISDE. We have most recently helped Jacob Argubright with funds to get to DAKAR. The Lassen MC has a long history of partnering with the BLM to secure grants for land acquisition, trail head construction, trail maintenance, and more. The club is 100% volunteer based. Please consider joining a club to help keep this sport we all love so much alive!
Co-Sanctioned Organization: None
The Terrain
Racers of the Diamond Back Hare Scramble can expect to cross vast open valleys, dry lake beds, technical trails, rocky obstacles and fun flowing sand washes. The region typically sees an abundance of moisture leading up to the event, but riders can expect dust if there is no rain fall.
Terrain In The Area
The Fort Sage Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located in the high desert region of northeastern California outside the town of Doyle. The area is about 45 miles south of Susanville, California and 45 miles north of Reno, Nevada. Visitors should utilize Laver Crossing Road to access the area due to a bridge restriction off the Doyle Loop Road. The Special Recreation Management Area consists of approximately 29,000 acres of public land that is managed for off-highway vehicle use such as motorcycles, ATV’s, Side by Sides, and 4wd.
Vehicle use within the recreation area is limited to the 100 miles of designated roads and trails and is appropriate for motorcycle, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV), and 4-wheel drive vehicles. The trails are marked with numbered signs displaying difficulty rating and recommended vehicle type depending on the width of the trail. The routes traverse a wide variety of terrain including flat, sandy, high desert sagebrush country and rocky, steep canyons and gulches.
Schedule
Directions
From Reno:
- 395 North Towards Susanville From Reno (44 Miles)
- Exit Doyle Loop, Turn Right Hackstaff Rd (0.5 Miles)
- Turn Right Onto Fortsage Rd. (2.0 Miles)
- Stay On Fortsage Rd (1.4 Miles).
- Turn Right To Raptor Staging Area
- Road will be marked with pink ribbon and arrows from intersection of Hackstaff / Fort Sage Road
- Exit 395 on either Laver Crossing Rd on west side of Doyle, CA, or exit Doyle Loop on east side of Doyle, CA
Hotels
- Comfort Inn And Suites (42 miles) 3015 Riverside Dr, Susanville, CA 96130 / (530)257- 3450
- Sierra Motel (46 miles) 380 E Sierra Ave, Portola, CA 96122 / (530) 832- 4223
Resources:
- Nearest Hospital: St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center
- 235 W 6th St, Reno, NV 89503 / (775) 770-3000