TransRockies Fernie Singletrack 3
📍 Fernie, BC, Canada
mtb
Date
June 25–27, 2027
Distance
~107km
Elevation
3,298 m
Difficulty
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Brookvale Canada Cup
Prince Edward Island, Canada · 13–16 August 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
Set on the iconic red earth of Prince Edward Island, this premier mountain biking event features dynamic short-track (XCC) and Olympic cross-country (XCO) courses. Competitors will face a challenging 4km loop packed with tight, technical singletrack and relentless, explosive climbs.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 25km
- Surface
- singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3.5–5
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is designed for competitive mountain bike racers ranging from provincial enthusiasts to national elite athletes seeking a fast, highly punchy, and technical course.
Who will struggle
Riders who prefer long, steady endurance climbs or those who lack confidence on tight, machine-built technical singletrack with man-made and natural obstacles will struggle to find a rhythm here.
Training focus
Emphasize high-intensity, repeated anaerobic capacity intervals to handle the rapid-fire punchy climbs, combined with technical handling skills to maintain momentum through singletrack corners.
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FAQs
Where is the event venue located?+
The races take place at the Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park at Brookvale Nordic, located 25 kilometers west of Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island.
What is the course terrain like for the XCO race?+
The XCO race features a 4km lap that mixes wide-open ski trails with tight, technical singletrack, incorporating short punchy climbs, fast descents, and a mix of natural and man-made features.
What is the schedule of events across the weekend?+
The event spans four days, with arrivals and open training on Thursday, Short Track (XCC) races and a Pump Track Challenge on Friday, Provincial Challenge XCO races on Saturday, and mixed relays followed by the main Canada Cup XCO races on Sunday.
Where is the best place for spectators to watch the action?+
The start and finish line zone is situated within the venue's Biathlon stadium, which provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the competitors.
What skill levels are the trails at Brookvale designed for?+
The park features 22 kilometers of machine-built singletrack with trails ranging in difficulty from easy to extremely difficult, though the Canada Cup XCO event utilizes a highly technical race course.