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Big Thursday raffle prizes announced (pre-party) + riders share their top tips!

This is the celebration you do NOT want to miss (15 year anniversary)

Perfect cycling conditions forecasted for Sept 7!

Online registration closes Wed Sept 4 @ midnight PT.

Register now

New: MEGA raffle prizes announced for Thursday shakeout party at Concord Pacific!

FREE EVENT THU SEPT 5 - MUST REGISTER / FULL DETAILS HERE

After the brand new Thursday Sept 5 post-work shakeout rides led by TaG Cycling, join us at Concord Pacific Place for an epic raffle in the beer garden! Get your free tickets now!

Check out the raffle prizes:

Prizes!

1. The Grand Prize - a coveted spot at a TaG Cycling Camp in sunny Tucson or the majestic Santa Monica mountains.

(+ every rider who joins the shakeout ride is gifted a complimentary Zoom training consultation with TaG in Sept/Oct with their expert coaches!)

2. Ultra Alta Classe 2025: a one-night stay at the Westin Bayshore (Sept. 5, 2025) + a one night at the Sundial Hotel Whistler (Sept.6, 2025), plus 2 Alta Classe entries.

3. DUER - 2 pairs of the most comfortable pants you'll ever wear.

4. Scandinave Spa - 2 thermal journey passes at the luxurious Whistler retreat.

5. Red Truck beer - cases of the freshest beer on two wheels.

6. ABUS - cutting edge Airbreaker helmet.

7. Decathlon - stylish all-purpose sports backpack.

To be in with a chance of winning these amazing prizes, make sure you're signed up for the shakeout party!

Details

THURS SEPT 5 @ CONCORD PACIFIC PLACE, VANCOUVER: Choose either to ride 6pm-7pm with TaG, or simply enjoy the beer / food garden between 6.30pm-8.30pm. Tickets are free and all attendees will get a raffle wristband. Draw takes place 7.30pm.

The first beer's on us!

Last minute prep: is your bike ready?

Superfan: Sean's story

Sean on a training ride in Langley

Sean Stephens is one of the most active people on our social media, always commenting and sharing his excitement. We like to think of him as a superfan. To say thanks, Sean has been upgraded to Alta Classe! This is his story:

"This year marks my eighth time riding the RBC GranFondo Whistler, competing in the 152km Forte category. My journey began in 2015, and ever since, the thrill of the challenge and the incredible people I've met along the way have kept me coming back.

"I remember my first ride like it was yesterday. It was 2015, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. At the starting line, I was a bundle of nerves—both excited and anxious. But as the race unfolded, seeing the sea of riders and the enthusiastic volunteers at each rest stop and the finish line made it clear: this event is truly special."

Online registration closes Wed Sept 4 at 23:59 PT!

"It's gotta be Taylor Way" - WATCH the inside story of the St. Regis Cup Race!

As you and 5000+ other riders ascend the Sea to Sky on Saturday, up front the high-octane St. Regis Cup teams race will be unfolding at a blistering pace.

Check out the brand new video that tells the story up close and personal, and experience the cheering crowds at the Whistler finish line as the best racers do battle for the podium places!

He's ridden EVERY year: Fab Biagini shares his top tips

One of the famous 18 riders who've been with us since the beginning, there's no one better to guide you through having your best day on the Sea to Sky come September 7!

Fab shares what he wishes he knew on his first ride, his favourite memories, and much, much more...

See the show and register in person: VeloSpoke Bike Expo, Fri Sept 6

Come enjoy samples, stoke and a buzzing atmosphere before the big day. Photo: Justin Filippone

VeloSpoke Bike Expo is the place to be the day before RBC GranFondo Whistler.

Not only doubling as package pickup, come check out over 45 cycling and lifestyle vendors, grab your swag, enjoy the brand new Red Truck beer garden and register in person if you miss online registration closing on Wed Sept 4 @ midnight PT).

Where: Hall B, Vancouver Convention Centre EAST (Canada Place), Hall B

Date: Fri Sept 6

Time: 11am - 8pm

DARE TO BE DIRTY: XFondo 2025 registration opens Sept 7!

The XFondo effect: you'll have a challenge removing this expression from your facial features. Photo: Eddie Muscroft

If you haven't experienced the hair down, mud-splattery debauchery-fest that is XFondo Whistler, where have you been?

Challenging you over 4 terrains of road, gravel, dirt and trail, a footrace at the start (no, really) and a BBQ party at the end laced with rock n roll tunes, you NEED to register for the 4th edition coming up this June 14, 2025.

Here's a recap of the 2023 fiesta. Still not sure? 🎥 Better not click this link.

Your new best friends: Free massage from The Mend in Celebration Plaza

You've conquered the Sea to Sky and now there's a beer in your hand in sunny Celebration Plaza, surrounded by friends and not a second of pedalling left to do.

Your next move: treat yourself to a post-ride massage beside the stage from The Mend at VCMT.

Their team of masseues will be on hand to help your muscles relax and recover on a first come, first served basis.

Regular riders massage located beside the stage, Alta Classe in both the Alta Classe Expo pickup and Celebration Plaza lounge.

Check out VELOVOGUE VOL II: the 2024 complete rider guide!

Next week is THE WEEK!

We can't wait to host you for 4 amazing days of friendship, togetherness and unforgettable cycling memories at the crescendo of your riding season.

Bring your stoke and party A-game: the 15th edition of North America's best voted Gran Fondo is about to take things up a notch, and we're doing it all for YOU!

🔴 Forte sold out - sign up for a different category

🟢 Mandatory tickets: Thursday Sept 5 shakeout rides and pre-party at Concord Pacific with epic prizes & free first beer!

We acknowledge the land on which we work and ride is the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

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