Jon Watkin

Cowichan Valley, BC — Panache Cycling Sports is pleased to announce that the venue, routes, and full event schedule have been finalized for the 2026 Burnt Bridge Classic / Felt Canadian Gravel Championships, taking place Sunday, June 14 in the heart of the Cowichan Valley. The event will bring together Canada’s top gravel athletes, emerging talent, and recreational riders for a full day of championship‑calibre racing on Vancouver Island’s most iconic gravel terrain. Cowichan Camp Confirmed as...

Victoria, BC — April 2, 2026 — Panache Cycling Sports is proud to announce a new partnership with Felt Bicycles as the official Title Sponsor of the BC Gravel Series and the Canadian Gravel Championships, marking a significant expansion of the brand’s presence and commitment to Western Canada’s rapidly growing gravel cycling community. This partnership signals Felt’s intention to play a far more visible and influential role in the region. With gravel riding continuing to surge in popularity,...

Victoria, BC – The 2026 BC GRAVEL SERIES on Vancouver Island, proudly hosted by Mosaic Forest Management announced its racing schedule today. “2026 is going to be a big year for us." said race director, Jon Watkin. "We are looking at some exciting route changes and also are super pumped to host the Canadian Gravel Championships in June.” The River City Gravel Fondo in Campbell River taking place on April 12 is looking at a new route as a result of road closures around the Strathcona Dam. "We...