On Sunday, October 18th, Beta USA brought its first-ever Divisional Trial Event to Donner Ski Ranch, with three-time AMA National Trials Champion Scott Head as Grand Marshal. The weekend started with open practice on Saturday, followed by a spaghetti dinner and movie night at the ranch. Riders competed on Sunday.
A New Format for Trials
The event tried out a new classless format that's open to every skill level, from Novice to Pro. Riders picked their own lines through 1980s-style sections and earned up to five points per section by clearing optional gates. Once all the scores were in, the field was split into divisions, so riders in every tier had a real shot at the podium and a share of the $6,000 purse.
Grand Marshal Scott Head. Photo: Beta USA
What’s Next
Riders loved how the sections flowed, and Beta USA plans to launch a nationwide Divisional Trial series in 2027. Thanks to Beta USA, the Cullins family, and everyone who came up to ride the summit with us. We'd love to have you back!
Learn more on Beta USA’s event page.