# Well… this forecast changes things 👀

> + check out VeloVogue, the official event magazine now out. Plus...

**Published by:** [News from RBC GranFondo](https://blog.rbcgranfondo.com/)
**Published on:** 2026-09-03
**Categories:** news, fomo, community, medio, deadlines, event day
**URL:** https://blog.rbcgranfondo.com/well-this-forecast-changes-things

## Content

Things are looking GREAT for the Sea to Sky weather forecasts... Could you ask for better cycling conditions for next weekend? The Whistler forecast is looking absolutely perfect! Take action now: Online registration is open until noon on Fri Sept 11 (Expo / package pickup day). In-person registration is available until 8pm the same day. Ride RBC GranFondo Whistler Sept 12 And if you need one more reason to make this the year you ride… You know the memories that are special. The ones you tell stories around. The days that make your proud. Each one of those moments began with a decision. A decision to say yes. And really, the best adventures are the ones you don't quite know where the road will lead. What's important is that you decided to take the path. RBC GranFondo Whistler Sat Sept 12 - what special moments in life will you get to look back on? Register now We've got the expert tips for your best day As ride day gets closer, set yourself up with our pro-tip series in collaboration with SportMedBC and Blonyx! They're asking all sorts of questions, such as: How should I fuel for the distance? What checks should I do before the event? How can I best prepare ahead of time? And much, much more. Jump on our instagram page now and check out the reels! - plus more coming out between now and next Saturday! Check out our tips VéloVogue vol 17 is out now - your complete event prep guide VéloVogue Volume 17 is your A-Z guide to this year's RBC GranFondo Whistler! Inside, you'll find promotions, community spotlights, special news, previously unreleased surprises, and everything that will help you prepare perfectly for the big day. Check out VéloVogue now and feel free to send to your friends - it's time to make this thing happen! View the guide Your ultimate fueling guide is right here Not sure what to eat, when to eat it or what to carry on the bike? Our Fueling the Fondo nutrition guide, created with Olympic level Performance Nation, takes the guesswork out of getting ready. Inside, you’ll find practical advice on: The day before: what to eat and drink to arrive fuelled and hydrated Event morning: how to top up your energy before you roll On the bike: how much carbohydrate and fluid to aim for each hour What to pack: easy examples of foods and drinks to fuel your ride Rest stops: what’s available and where to refuel along the route Save it, make your plan and give your body what it needs to get you all the way to Whistler. Download your ride fueling plan Make your yes a little easier! There's no need to pay for your Fondo registration in one chunk. We've partnered with Affirm to offer Canadians affordable monthly payments on your registration so signing up is easier to manage. Simply choose Affirm at checkout, and benefit from 0% APR over a timeframe that suits you. Register with Affirm Sports nutrition, built around how you ride Blonyx has a new tool for your training - but this isn’t something you take. Your Strava already knows a lot about how you train, and that data can help you make better sports nutrition decisions. The Blonyx Cycling System organizes evidence-based sports nutrition around the demands of your riding, from daily training and long rides to recovery and race-day performance, using only what has a clear role in your training. Now, connect your Strava to personalize the system based on how much you ride, how hard you train, and how often. Build Your Cycling System With Strava Need to fuel up before the Fondo? Save 10% at Blonyx with code RBCGRANFONDO. Cycling & Crank Coffee - a match made in heaven Coffee and cycling just make sense. It’s the boost before you roll out, the welcome stop halfway through a long ride, and the excuse to pull over, refuel and catch up with the people you’re riding with. Crank Coffee brings great coffee to a culture built around movement, connection and shared moments, whether you’re gearing up for the kilometres ahead or taking a well-earned break along the way. Put some Crank in your coffee Treat yourself the day after - returning to real life can wait! You're already in Whistler, so why not treat yourself with a day of relaxation and recovery the day after! Set at the Audain Art Museum beside the finish line, Slowdown Sunday registration grants you the following perks: A relaxation activity of your choice (sound bath, yoga class, or public art tour). Same-day access to the AAM’s Permanent Collection and Special Exhibitions from 11am-6pm. 20% off of admission for friends and family all weekend Coupon Code: GranFondo20 Slowdown Sunday - the post-Fondo reward you deserve. Get your Slowdown Sunday tickets Registration closes next Friday! - the 1 WEEK countdown is ON Registration stays open until next Friday Sept 11 (noon online, 8pm at Expo) - but why wait? After all, when you take action, you get to look back on memories of pride that you'll cherish forever. Plus, now that you can pay in monthly installments, there's even more reasons to say yes. Lock it in now and get set for your most deserved celebration of the year. Register now 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 partners We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

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