by admin | Nov 17, 2013 | Fernie TransRockies
Three day mountain bike stage racing continues in Fernie for 2014 with the launch of the Fernie 3. For 12 years the Fernie TransRockies Society managed Fernie’s involvement in the TransRockies Challenge. Fernie is the only community to have hosted all 12 TransRockies events and for good reason, Fernie has some of the best mountain biking in Western Canada.
A multiple year participant summarizes why Fernie has become so popular, “Fernie has the best single track riding in BC! I can’t wait to ride there again!”— Mical Dyck
This past summer TransRockies Inc. moved on from the 12 year old TransRockies Challenge and introduced the Singletrack 6, a six day stage race in Western Canada. Arron McConnell, TransRockies Inc. President, commented, ”Fernie has been a big part of the TransRockies Challenge and we will be returning with the Singletrack Six. For a couple of years we need to refresh our premier event with new trails and communities.”
The Fernie 3 is scheduled for June 28 to 30th and will cater to new and old riders, and gnarled veterans alike, with focus on the best singletrack stages ever, followed by classic Fernie hospitality! Dan Savage, TransRockies Society Event Director commented, “We want to offer a fun and challenging race with something for everyone who mountain bikes”. This years stage courses have not been finalized however you can expect slightly shorter stages, with Stage 1 and 2 starting and ending in the downtown, and Stage 3 starting and finishing at Fernie Alpine Resort. The stage details will be released in 2014 after further planning discussions with event partners.
The very popular Kids’ Bike Rally will continue for its eight year. Free for kids’ aged three to nine, the event is a fun and educational parade in the downtown and includes stage stops at Straightline Bikes, the Fernie Heritage Library, the Fernie Fire station, Overwaitea Foods and Freshies. The Fernie Chamber of Commerce helps integrate the event with the fun Downtown Summer Socials.
In keeping with the theme of “something for everyone” organizers are exploring the opportunity of including a youth XC single-day mountain bike race for 10 to 16 year old’s. We are in discussion with another group to help organize this category and will be making an announcement early in 2014.
With local organization the mountain bike community will benefit from an increase in funding directed towards the Fernie Trails Alliance(FTA). The FTA works with outdoor recreation groups, government, and private land owners to enhance and maintain the Fernie trail network.
Early Bird pricing of $299 is available until March 30th. Register now and save! For more information and registration for the Fernie 3 CLICK HERE.
by admin | Jun 10, 2013
The Fernie Lucky 7’s replaced the Fernie 3. The Fernie 3 was a three-day XC endurance stage race that was held for three years and raised money for trails and charity, and supported youth cycling. For those of you who love the Fernie 3, there is a possibility it will return in future years.
The organizers needed a break from the Fernie 3—events need to be sustainable. Overlap with other Fernie events created a shortage of volunteers and resources, and this led us to change the format to a one day event.
by admin | Dec 1, 2022 | Fernie TransRockies
Registration for the third annual Fernie Gravel Grind (FGG) by Anything Goes Event Series (AGES) is launching on December 2nd, 2022. The FGR is a weekend long gravel cycling experience located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, home to some of the best gravel riding that Canada has to offer. Over the course of the weekend, riders will race up picturesque mountain roads, experience historical downtown Fernie and connect with a growing community of gravel cyclists. Following our mission, Anything Goes With Gravel, the race itself is open to any and all riders and offers multiple distances, race categories and fun activities for the whole family all weekend long.
Carter Nieuwesteeg, Founder and Organizer, commented, “We start it all over again, this time for the third annual #FernieGravelGrind. What a journey it’s been to be here, bringing to life an event for its third year let alone a series coming to a back road near you. Spaces are limited and based on the vibes from 2022, we don’t expect them to be up for grabs for very long. See you in June, if not earlier.”
Canada’s Greatest Gravel Party Itinerary
Friday Night, June 23th – Industry Night 5:00-10:00pm
Start the weekend off right by picking up your race package and hanging out at our Industry Night located at the Historical Station Square, Downtown Fernie. Here you will enjoy two nights of live music from up and coming Canadian artists, vendors from across the industry, local food trucks and Canadian Award Winning Beer by Fisher Peak Brewing. Don’t forget! Both days of festivities at Station Square are open to all participants AND the public, so bring your friends and family!
Saturday, June 24th – The Gravel Grind 10:00am-4:30pm
With three of the most scenic gravel routes to choose from, riders will spend the better part of Saturday morning and afternoon racing (or riding!) these iconic routes throughout the Elk Valley. The Mini, Short, Medium and Long Haul routes will be carefully marked featuring the classic FGG Stoke Stations, fully loaded with the best ride food, XACT Nutrition, and enthusiastic volunteers to make sure every rider finishes with a smile.
Saturday, June 24th – Post Race Celebrations 12:00pm-10:00pm
After a great day of riding bikes, we urge you not to make any evening plans as we invite everyone to dance the night away at Station Square with performances by electronic funk & jazz specialist, Alex Maher, before welcoming the Fernie Gravel Grind’s Weekend Headliner and Canadian hit band, TEN02. In similar fashion to the Friday Industry Night, we invite riders and the community to enjoy our amazing outdoor venue located in the heart of Downtown Fernie. Award and Initiative presentations will be held before welcoming our bands on stage to rock the house. Grab a drink, and come hang for the night.
Sunday, June 25th – Sunday Social Group Rides
The Sunday Social is the creme de la creme, the icing on the cake, the cherry on top of the FGG weekend! Here, we treat the Full Weekend Riders to a relaxed day out on the town starting with a Coffee & Gelato Social, No-Drop Group Rides showcasing Fernie’s local gravel hits lead by special guests, and Post Race Beverages with more Live Music. Not only do Full Weekend Riders get a Bucket List Sunday, they also get their very own custom FGG X 7MESH Jerseys in addition to more swag from sponsors such as Shimano & Lazer. The Sunday Social is only offered to registered Full Weekend Riders. If you are registered for the Single Day Experience, you have access to all Friday and Saturday Festivities, as for Sunday we’ll leave that up to you!
If you came to race, perfect, thats what Saturday’s Gravel Grind is for! The Sunday Social Group Rides will be laid back, fully intended for socializing and exploring our lovely little town on those tired legs of yours. The Sunday Social is only open to Full Weekend riders which is capped at 30 females and 30 males. Further details about the Sunday Group Rides and Full Weekend Experience will be released to registered participants closer to the event.
The Experiences
Single Day Experience
Adult Single Day – $149.99 + tax and registration fees (Junior Single Day – $89.99 + tax and registration fees)
The Single Day Experience is a great starter pack to the Fernie Gravel Grind, featuring everything from the Friday’s Industry Night to Saturday’s Gravel Grind and Post-Race Festivities Downtown Fernie. As for Sunday, we’ll leave that up to you!
The Single Day Experience includes:
Friday’s Industry Night at Station Square featuring venders from across the industry, local food trucks, a large beer garden and fantastic live music including with two live performances by kickass Canadian artists.
Saturday’s Gravel Grind starting from Historical Downtown Fernie that embarks on epic gravel roads with the highest quality Stoke Stations, course marking and first aid. All distances are para and hand-cyclist friendly.
Saturday’s Post-Race Festivities & Concert back at Station Square with more music, beer gardens and awards with prizes for everyone!
Single Day Rider Package includes a Fisher Peak Brewing Co. beer ticket and plenty of event goodies and epic swag from our sponsors.
Sunday activities are not included in the Single Day Experience. To join the Sunday fun, check out the Full Weekend Experience.
Full Weekend Experience
Adult Full Weekend – $199.99 + tax and registration fees
The Full Weekend Experience is the full meal deal and gives you access to everything the Fernie Gravel Grind has to offer from Friday and Saturday’s festivities and racing to the laid back Sunday Social Group Rides with custom FGG jersey from 7mesh Cycling Apparel and Lazer-Shimano Canada swag. Space is limited as registration is capped at 30 females and 30 males.
The Full Weekend Experience Includes:
EVERYTHING included in the Single Day Experience PLUS…
Access to Sunday’s Social Group Ride. Starting off with the pre-ride coffee & social at Beanpod Chocolate and Gelato before a tour of Fernie’s hidden gravel scene at a relaxed no-drop pace. Riders will finish at the Kodiak Lounge for cold beverages accompanied by even more live music for one last hurrah. Sunday is on us, so come on out and enjoy this awesome day showcasing Fernie’s best!
Full Weekend Rider Package includes everything included in the Single Day Rider Package PLUS your very own FGG X 7MESH Sight Jersey and epic swag from more supporting companies.
REGISTER HERE.
by admin | Jul 26, 2021 | Fernie TransRockies
The Fernie Enduro virtual event stopped abruptly due to a angry grizzly on Project 9 – never mess with a feeding bear! Island Lake’s grizzly closure ended today, Monday July 26th, and we’re good to resume racing!
To reignite the “Ride Fast…Win Prizes” spirit were reopening the Enduro for a final week of racing.
Island Lake Lodge requests that all trail users be sure to:
– Use EXTREME caution
– Make lots of noise
– Leave dogs at home for the time being
From July 26th to August 1st the QOM and KOM for Project 9 is up for grabs, and the overall Fernie Enduro QOM and KOM. You can race Project 9 and better your times on Hyper Extension and Today’s Special for the overall, or haven’t raced – enter the race today and ride all three.
Race 3 starts June 29 on Project 9!
The signs are posted and the course is the same as last years. Race from the top to the road and be aware of riders on Lazy Lizard.
Race Dates / Course
Race 1: Hyper Extension DH / June 1 to June 14 /
Race 2: Today’s Special / June 15 to June 28 /
Race 3: Project 9 / June 29 to July 12 /
How to participate:
1. Get your FTA 2021 Fernie Trails Pass, it’s mandatory
2. Sign up for Strava, if you haven’t already
3. Turn on Strava, hit record and ride the course.
How to qualify for great Prizes and the KOM / QOM:
Share your race result along with a pre or post race selfie to @FernieBikeEvents and tag #GearhubSports and #FernieEnduro. The more you post the greater your chances of winning bonus prizes.
The prizes and QOM and KOM recognition will be awarded at Gearhub Sports, the generous prizes are from RaceFace, Evoc, Michelin and others!
If you missed a race or think you can post a faster time…no worries? You can participate in all 3 races and better your time until July 12th and qualify for the final KOM or QOM. Race all three courses in one day! This race is about doing your best and having fun!
Any finisher disputes will be settled by the administrators.
All racers are to respect other trail users (these are multi-use public trails) please yield or stop if necessary. With a virtual event you can ride it again!
The 2021 Fernie Enduro virtual event aims to support Fernie’s trails and make a difference with local businesses. Please respect BC Public Health policies and shop local!
by admin | May 29, 2014 | Fernie TransRockies
Fernie will once again be host to one of Canada’s top enduro events on August 23rd, 2014. It will be a pure enduro with timed descents only on three long downhills totaling over 6000 ft of vertical.
The 2014 Fernie Enduro will take enduro racing to the next level with superior timing, enduro results only, and epic downhills. Last years event saw many Fernie riders in top spots, with the top local result being Lucie Richer placing the fasted women’s time overall. Other local results included Luke Nelson placing 5th in mens’ open and Marty Kafke was 3rd in mens’ 40+.
In an enduro you ride with your friends to the timed downhill sections and bomb the descent as fast your skill allows, regroup and continue to the next descent. A coffee and snack in-between the descents is a reality.
You’ll need riding skills and fitness for this event; the timed sections are long technical downhills, and the climbs are demanding. The climbs and descents are true Fernie style—long and steep!
Fernie’s enduro will feature descents on three of Fernie’s best downhills. The tentative downhills are Roots Hyper-extension, Big Money and Slunt. With an unprecedented amount of descending, including challenging and technical sections, this course will rank among enduro’s top events.
Riders who are looking for a lighter day will have the choice of riding only two descents, Roots Hyper-extension and Slunt, and omit Big Money. Big Money is the steepest climb and descent, and is a three to four hour loop. Riders will be asked to specify their intended route at registration.
The event is locally organized by seasoned veterans with proceeds supporting local trail initiatives by the Fernie Trails Alliance.
Early bird pricing ends May 31st, register now for Fernie’s enduro!
