Cyclist disappearing into coastal fog on Vancouver Island

GRAND DÉPART

66d 10h 32m 47s

CAVES

&

COVES

BRING YOUR CAMERA & YOUR LEGS

Distance

1,350km

Elevation

18,200m

Checkpoints

24+

Time Bonus

17hrs

GRAND DÉPART

Aug 15, 2026 0700hr

Coastal gravel road winding through old-growth forest

The Route

Remote, Rugged,
Unforgettable

A 1,350-kilometer odyssey through the untamed heart of North Vancouver Island. From ancient limestone caves to windswept Pacific coves, this self-supported mixed-terrain event pushes riders through some of the most remote and beautiful landscapes on Earth.

VOICES FROM THE TRAIL

Marcus Thornton
"The island broke me down and built me back up. Every pedal stroke through those ancient forests felt like a conversation with something bigger than myself."

"I've done ultra events on three continents. Nothing compares to the raw, untamed beauty of this route."

Marcus Thornton· 2025
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Registration

Adventure
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Survival Kit

Race Resources

Route GPS

RideWithGPS Collection

Complete GPS files for all route segments and checkpoints.

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Race Preview

Video Overview

Watch the course preview and know what awaits.

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Race Info

Official Package

Detailed race rules, checkpoint guide, and preparation notes.

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Results

Every Attempt Counts. Period.

#RiderCategoryTimeYear
1Marcus ThorntonMale / Geared14d 06h 22m2025
2Liam OkaforMale / Geared15d 11h 04m2025
3Sarah ChenFemale / Geared16d 02h 48m2025
4Priya NairFemale / Geared17d 08h 15m2025
5Tom ErikssonMale / Single Speed18d 14h 33m2025
6Yuki TanakaMale / GearedDNF — Day 92025
7Amara DialloFemale / Geared19d 22h 07m2024
8Ben KowalskiMale / Geared20d 03h 51m2024