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SEPTEMBER 19, 2027 

Mount Washington, BC

Season Finale.  Elevation change is the major theme.  Lots of Climbing and Super Fast Descending.

Overview

RACE OVERVIEW

The West Coast Slugger is a gravel enthusiast favourite with a course that features an iconic steep climb and descent, but rewards the effort with incredible waterfront scenery. Three distances are tuned to your ability level and are fully supported. 

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DISTANCE OPTIONS

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STUNNING LANDSCAPE 

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WELL - SUPPORTED
EVENT

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Routes

ROUTE OPTIONS

IMPULSO

Coming Soon

INTERMEDIO

Coming Soon

ESPERTO

Coming Soon

Schedule

SCHEDULE

*NOTE THAT THE SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Saturday September 18, 2027

  • 10:00 am to 5:30 pm - Check in and race package pick-up

  • TBD

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Sunday September 19, 2027

  • 7:30am to 9:00 am - Check in and package pick-up

  • 9:15 am - Greetings, Rider's Briefing

  • 9:30 am - All Riders Start (Self Seeded with Fastest Riders in Front)

  • 11:00 am to 3:00 pm - Food Truck & Drinks

  • 3:00 pm - Awards Presentations

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MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT

Travel & Stay

Explore Campbell River, local food, accommodations and more.  Turn your race into a gravel getaway

WHERE TO STAY

HOTELS

  • Bayview Hotel – Comfortable, modern Courtenay hotel with complimentary breakfast, indoor pool and hot tub. â€‹â€‹

 

CAMPING / RV

WHERE TO EAT

  • Fat Teddy's Bar & Grill – The main slopeside pub at Mount Washington. Burgers, sandwiches, poutine, craft beer and casual pub food. 

  • Eagle View Bistro – Casual on-mountain café/bistro with coffee, quick meals and a patio overlooking the mountain. 

  • Sixth Street Social – Modern downtown Courtenay gastropub serving elevated comfort food, seasonal dishes and craft cocktails in a warm, relaxed setting with a garden patio. 

LOCAL BIKE SHOPS

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