# 🌸Elevate Your 2026 Season.

> Meet our Mental Strength Ambassador + BICI Spring Tune-ups + New Route Series.


**Published by:** [News from RBC GranFondo](https://blog.rbcgranfondo.com/)
**Published on:** 2026-03-19
**Categories:** news, deals, deadline, xfondo, whistler, merch, apparel
**URL:** https://blog.rbcgranfondo.com/%F0%9F%8C%B8elevate-your-2026-season

## Content

Spring is Here: Prime Your Body and Your Bike⭐With days getting longer, it’s time to move your training from the trainer to the road. Before you log those big kilometers for RBC GranFondo Whistler, ensure your bike is performing at its peak.Visit BICI in Vancouver, Victoria, or Langford for your season-opening tune-up. Whether you need to crisp up your shifting, replace tires, or upgrade to a new ride for the 122km journey, the BICI team will ensure you’re dialed and ready for the Sea to Sky.BICI.CCBOOK YOUR SERVICE NOWSpring Training Clinics : Master the PackTransitioning from the trainer to the road requires more than just fitness, it requires confidence in the peloton.Our official Fondo Clinics presented by BICI are designed to sharpen your technical skills, from group drafting to efficient climbing, and more!SIGN UP FOR THE CLINICS NOWThe Early Season Advantage:Secure your season-long training and event entry together to save 10% on your entire registration.BUNDLE & SAVE 10%📌Explore the Best of the West Coast: The Essential Local RoutesWhere are you training this weekend❓To help you prepare for the 2026 RBC GranFondo Whistler, we’re sharing our favorite Local Routes across the city every week on our Instagram account. These curated rides are designed to build your endurance and help you rediscover the best of the Lower Mainland.Get the miles in now, join our Fondo Clinics in June, and conquer the Sea-to-Sky in September. Don't just ride, explore a world-class cycling destination.DISCOVER THE ESSENTIAL LOCAL ROUTESPhoto: Jeff Vinnick✨Train the Mind, Lead the Pack: Meet our Mental Strength AmbassadorWe are proud to introduce Kristen Anderson, our official Mental Strength Ambassador for 2026.A performance coach for elite athletes and an experienced GranFondo competitor, Kristen uses mindfulness and neuroscience-informed frameworks to help riders develop the 'nervous system fitness' required for the Sea to Sky.How Kristen will help you reach the finish line:Mental Strength Cohorts: 8-week online training to master focus under fatigue. Specialized Workshops: Targeted sessions including Cycling Through Cycles for Women ridersPerformance Coaching: Personalized 1-on-1 support for race-day nerves and execution. LEARN MORESecure your spot.Don’t let the window close. The 2026 price increase takes effect on April 8th at midnight (PT). Lock in your rate now and focus on the road ahead.REGISTER & SAVEPhoto: Jen Letham We acknowledge the land on which we gather is the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.Thank you to our partnersWe gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

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