2017 Vedder Mountain Bike Festival

Last year we hit a once historic race with the jumper cables and brought "The Vedder Mountain Classic" back to life. If you were lucky enough to attend you would have been treated to unreal single track climbs, flowing and rolling descents, and heaps of loam. The weekend was partnered with the BC Enduro Series which drew in riders from all over, with some coming as far as Switzerland. Camping, Beer gardens, great food, and a great after party where all hallmarks of this weekend, and if you made it out there you would remember that it was a pretty damn good time.





In case you missed it here is a recap of last year's Vedder Mountain Classic, and a recap of last year's BC Enduro Series race. We want you to mark down May 6th–7th of 2017 in your calendars, because we are going to be reliving that very awesomeness that touched down on the shores of Cultus Lake last Spring. It's going to be one of those weekends you don't want to miss.

On Saturday, May 6th, we will be hosting the "Vedder Mountain Classic", a challenging 30+ km endurance race with a timed decent, heaps of loam, and amazing single track making it arguably one of the most fun races in BC.

This is an official Cycling BC sanctioned race, part of the BC Premiere XCM Series. This year the series includes the Sunshine Coaster, Vedder Mountain Classic, Nimby 50, and the Spakwus 50. It is going to be an unreal series, with some amazing single track.

Register Here for the Vedder Mountain Classic XCM


You are going to need a Cycling BC license to race. You can choose to get a Full License or a Day License for $10 cash on the day of (cash only). You can still win your category with a Day License, but your points won't transfer to the overall series. Head over to Cycling BC to grab a full license for the season, or hit us up with $10 cash on race day to get yourself set up with a Day Licence.

Round out the weekend with Beer Gardens, Bike Demos, group rides, shuttles, great camping and some stage racing on Sunday – what more could you ask for?


Kids Race

New this year is a family-friendly event to get kids stoked on mountain biking as they take part in this great weekend event. The race will be timed for a maximum of 30 minutes, with participants completing as many laps as possible. Entry gets participants a customized water bottle, sticker, insurance coverage, and a cookie to refuel after.

There will be three categories to choose from:
• Run bikes
• Wheels from 16"–18"
• Wheels from 20"–24"

Participants must have a helmet and their own bike to ride in order to race. When registering online, please use the racer's name to register. Registration closes at 10:30am on May 6th. The Run Bikes will begin their race at 11am, with the pedal bikes following once the course is clear.

Register for the Kids Race Here

BC Enduro Series/Canadian National Enduro Championships/North American Enduro Tour and Enduro World Series Qualifier

It's no secret that Vedder Mountain has some sick trails, so sick that the BC Enduro Series Organizer Ted Morton had to come back for another round. This year the Vedder Mountain Enduro is back in action with a few surprises as per usual. This year the BC Enduro Series will be the convergence of several Enduro Series running in North America, as well as offering up and coming riders a chance to earn a spot an EWS event.

The course is not for the faint of heart with at least three massive steep raw, loam filled descents. It was definitely one of the highlights from last years Enduro Series.

Head over to the BC Enduro Series to find out more about this event.


Here is what you need to know for 2017:

Camping is limited, sites do fill up fast so we'd recommend booking them early in 2017. Costs range from $32–$44 per night depending on if you are looking for a tent site or full hook up. Head over to Tourism Chilliwack to get set up with a place to stay. We recommend camping at Sunnyside Campground up at Cultus Lake.

There will be limited access to the trails on Saturday and Sunday because of the races happening. Unofficial practice and group rides are heading out on Friday before the races and Monday after races to have some fun. If you are planning to come hang out and ride, we'd suggest coming out for the group rides on May 5th and May 8th. Stay for the weekend, help volunteer at the races, earn some sweet swag, free beers and food, and come out to the after party.

If you want to ride on Saturday or Sunday, enter one of the races, or if you are a boss, enter them both!

Race fees will increase as we get closer to race day. Once race plates are ordered we will have to put a cap on registration. If there is a great demand we may consider opening more spots if time allows (time is needed to produce race packages/plates).

Absolutely No Refunds. We had far too many riders enter the wrong race last year. This is your warning make sure you are entering the correct race once you register. We will not be providing refunds. If you cannot attend the race, your entry can be transferred to another rider; however, you must contact us immediately to do so.

What’s Included?

• A fully taped race course
• Feed stations
• Professional First Aid
• A gourmet hot meal at the end of your race
• Amazing single track trails
• A chance to claim some of the $1400 in prize money up for grabs
• A glimpse of a BCES course and some practice before the race
• Tons of prizing
• Anything else we can work out before race day (we will keep you informed, more stuff in the works).


Schedule of Events

• 7:30am – 9:00 am: Registration and Racer Plate Pick Up – Main Beach Cultus Lake
• 9:15 am – 9:45 am: Mandatory Race Meeting
• 9:45 am: 15-minute warning/racer line-up (all racers must be lined up by 9:55 am)
• 10:00 am: Race Start
• 10:30 am Kid's Race Registration Closes
• 11:00 am Kid's Race Starts
• 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Pro men finishing
• 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm: Riders finishing
• 2:45 pm: Awards (or whenever the last rider is in)
**traffic control in effect from approximately 9:55 am – 10:25 am (rolling closures, traffic to resume once racers have passed).


Beer Garden presented by Old Yale Brewing

• 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Beer Garden is Open (no minors)


The After Party presented by Lakeside Beach Club

• 7:00 pm- 12:00 am: Post ride after race/pre enduro party, ticketed event (burger and one beer included)



Volunteer

We are currently looking for volunteers for both the Vedder Mountain Classic and the BC Enduro. If you love being outdoors, the trails, or just generally want to get involved with this incredible event, please fill out our volunteer form. Oh, and there is a bunch of FREE swag for your efforts!


Accommodations

Chilliwack offers so much to see and do! Endless wilderness, hiking, biking, unique eats, craft breweries and friendly place to sleep. Please visit Tourism Chilliwack to help guide your adventure.

A massive thank-you to our race sponsors and supporters. Your contributions are what allow us to host these create community events.



Big thank you to everyone that volunteer at the races, helped with trail work, donated to the club, helped someone with a flat, or handed out high five's. You guys and gals are what make these events happen!

We Need Help!
We're always looking for parents, girlfriends/boyfriends or injured riders to help out!

What you'll get:
• Lunch
• Post-race meal and drink
• Free entry to the After Party

Fill out this form.


Need Something? More Information?
• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Volunteer Information: volunteer@fvmba.com
• All other inquiries: race@fvmba.com

**Absolutely no refunds**

Please ensure that you are entering the correct race. This is the entry for the Vedder Mountain Classic XCM, NOT the BC Enduro race. If you would like to enter the “BC Enduro Series-Fraser Valley Race” please visit the BC Enduro Series website.