The 2025 TREK BC GRAVEL SERIES on Vancouver Island, proudly hosted by Mosaic Forest Management has released its race schedule for 2025.
“For 2025, we are taking things to a new level with the continuation of our great partnership with Trek Bicycles and Mosaic Forest Management,” said race director Jon Watkin. “With the expansion of the series to 4 epic events, we want to highlight the Island as the best gravel cycling destination in the world and give a ride experience that will create lasting fond memories.”
Through a continued comprehensive partnership with Mosaic Forest Management, the series offers exclusive private gravel roads in the remote wilderness, which feature muscle-aching terrain, but also awe-inspiring views that can only be found on the West Coast of BC.
The event schedule is as follows:
April 20 – River City Gravel Fondo, Campbell River BC
May 18 – Burnt Bridge Classic Gravel Fondo, Cowichan Valley BC
June 15 – Nanaimo Unpaved, Nanaimo BC
September 7 – Forbidden Gravel, Cumberland BC
In partnership with local dealers, Trek Bicycles sees great value in supporting events like the BC Gravel Series. “Growing on the momentum from last year’s events, we are excited to support this great opportunity for people to ride their bikes in well-organized events with world-class routes,” said Trek’s Canadian Marketing Manager, Taylor Cook.
Mosaic Forest Management continues to be a foundational partner and sees the BC Gravel Series event as a great opportunity to connect with the community. “Thanks to our solid partnership with the Trek Gravel Series, Mosaic is able to support a well-run, challenging and memorable race, representing one aspect of the recreational opportunities we strive to offer for everyone’s enjoyment,” says Jimmie Hodgson, Mosaic’s acting Vice President of Sustainability and Chief Forester.
The 2025 Trek BC Gravel Series hosted by Mosaic Forest Management is also partnered with key municipal partners such as the City of Campbell River, Cowichan Valley Regional District, Nanaimo Hospitality Association, and the Village of Cumberland.
“After a great inaugural event in 2024, we are thrilled to be kicking off the 2025 Trek BC Gravel Series in Campbell River with the 2nd annual River City Gravel Fondo,” says Trevor Dalton, Business Development Officer for the City of Campbell River. “This event was a fantastic way to showcase the exceptional biking terrain we have here in Campbell River, and we look forward to welcoming even more competitors next April for the first race of the series.”
For each event, the series will offer 3 different distance options for various age categories: open (19-34), youth (13-18), and masters (35+).
- Impulso (Short Distance ~40km)
- Intermedio (Middle Distance ~75km)
- Esperto (Long Distance ~ 110km)
- There will also be a category for e-Bikes and Vintage Bikes.
Participants will be encouraged to take the time to visit the local host cities and take advantage of promotions from select hospitality partners and restaurants.
For more information and to register visit www.bcgravelseries.com.