Munnsville 2009 - CANCELLED
Anton Milioti posted,
just read this from neil the organizer of MCGF.
Madison County Gravity Festival VIII has been cancelled....
Yes, this is bad news but please be respectful in your
commentary, not only have the citizens of Madison County
graced us with an awsome venue and event for SEVEN
YEARS this announcement only concerns this year and the
event may come back for the 8th race next year.
I have not posted this due to the fact that I only handle
the racing and the event itself is organized by the
Madison County Gravity Fest Committee, up until now I
have never released any information or details without
prior permission from the committee.
There are two major issues that brought about the
decision by the committee to cancel this years race:
1) Financial: As with many areas, Madison County was hit
very hard by the economy causing sponsors to be very
hard to come by and it was decided not to go forward.
2) Construction: East Hill Rd is scheduled to be under
construction during the summer 2009 with no specific
dates released leaving the committee no assurance this
road would be usable. Change of venues, though possible
would cause further issues with the financial stability of
the event so the above decision was deemed the best
resolve for this year.
The committee expressed interest in moving forward with
next year and emails showing support of having the event
continue will go a long way with their decision.
very sad day for downhill skateboarding, those who went
to this event in the past know what an awesome event it
really was. it will be missed!
2009 April 10 6:58 AM
bp replied,
Seriously.... FUCK!