For this Second Edition, join us in our new location for the race in the beautiful Canadian Rockies, in the beautiful town of Grande Cache, AB. Offering participants the opportunity of a lifetime to test their skills and endurance in one of the world's most stunning natural environments. Teams of 2, 3, or 4 will embark on a multi-day journey filled with thrilling challenges, including mountain biking, trekking, packrafting and rafting all set against the backdrop of the breathtaking scenery of the Rockies. With no GPS allowed, teams must rely solely on maps and compasses to navigate their way through the rugged terrain, adding an extra element of adventure and skill to the race. Over the course of 3.5 days, participants will push themselves to their limits, racing for 9 to 14 hours each day, all while creating unforgettable memories and forging bonds that will last a lifetime. Spectators are warmly welcomed to join in the excitement, as this adventure race is spectator-friendly, and plenty of activities are available for family and friends to enjoy while cheering on the competitors. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a first-time racer, prepare to be amazed by the beauty of the Canadian Rockies and the thrill of the ultimate adventure race experience.
Location & Date: Grande Cache, AB, July 5-8th, 2025.
HQ: Grande Cache Hotel
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking, Packrafting, Rafting and some other surprise activities.
Duration: 3,5 days (9-14h per day for the first 3 days and 1/2 day and award ceremony on the last day).
Participants will be coming back to HQ at the end of every day.
Teams of 2,3 or 4.
Raid the Rockies stage race is part of the North America series. All teams will gain points towards the regional rankings.
Our 2025 Teams:
Bib number Team name
01 Ail-mint masters
02 Rattlesnake Racing
03 The Sitzpinklers
04 The Trail Avengers: Like the Avengers but Cooler
05 Eh Team
06 Electric Mayhem
07 Type Too Fun
08 Team Ope
09 Grizzly Bear Tea Party
10 Sea2Sky AR
11 Freshwater Project International
12 No Boundaries
13 Epic Endurance
14 ST-Lawrence AR
15 Brujos Blancos
16 Those guys
17 Docs on the rocks
18 Expedition Canada
2025 Results:
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Our stage race is part of the North American series of the Adventure Racing World Series.
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