General Questions
What are the dates of the race this year?
July 10-15,2025
What/Where are the host communities for the 2025 event?
Kaslo, New Denver, Rossland, Salmo & Nelson
What’s the itinerary for the event?
You can find the preliminary schedule here. Check back closer to the event as it may be updated.
How do I book a massage?
Massage services will be available for signup online before the event, a newsletter with info will be sent out in advance. Signup will also be available at Package Pick-Up in Kaslo on July 9th.
When will the race sell out?
Good question! It is difficult to determine this accurately. Our recommendation: register early to avoid disappointment! Field limit is 250 total spots including ST6 and ST3!
What is the typical weather like during this event?
We are in the mountains so a variety of weather is possible. The location for the 2025 can bring about rain and wind at any time but can also have very warm days so sun protection can be very important.
What about smokey conditions?
Smoke from fires either nearby or distant may also impact the event and conditions can be variable from location to location. In the case that wildfire smoke is present, we will use the Canadian AQHI rating from the closest reliable source to measure air quality. If the AQHI is 7 or higher at the time of the start the stage will be cancelled. If the AQHI is less than 7 but higher than 4 the race director may modify the stage by neutralizing or shortening it in the interest of rider safety.
When & where is package pick-up?
Detailed information on package pick-up can be found here
Can my friend pick up my race package?
Yes, however all your waivers need to be signed first (the Transrockies wavier can be found on your events.com account)
What medical services are available during the event?
We have a highly qualified medical crew on site and on course during the race. They will be able to provide emergency first aid as needed or facilitate further medical attention that would be required.
When & where are the award ceremonies?
We will celebrate stage winners & mention the overall GC standings after each stage. Check the full itinerary here
My t-shirt doesn’t fit, can I exchange it?
Yep! We just ask that you wait until the morning of Thursday July 10 once all the riders have checked in. Come to the Race Office tents to see what we have available.
Is there going to be merchandise for sale? We will have limited merch available for sale at the event, however you can pre-order mech online via your events .com account. Payment can be made with cash or CC on site.
Registration Questions
What date do you use to determine my age (for classification into age categories)?
We use your age on the start of the first day of the event.
What currency is the entry fee in?
The entry fee is in Canadian Dollars. Check with your bank for the latest exchange rate. Note that 5% Goods and Services Tax and events.com fee will be added to your entry.
When is the balance of my registration fee due?
A deposit is due at the time of registration, and the remaining balance of your entry fee will automatically be charged to your credit card on May 1st, 2025.
What’s the cancellation policy?
Our full cancellation policy can be found here
I need to cancel my registration, transfer my entry, or have general questions about my registration, who do I contact?
Please email the Race Office at registration@transrockies.com
Can I transfer my entry to another rider? Is there a deadline for this?
As per the cancellation policy, you can transfer your entry to another rider for an admin fee of $150. All transfers must be completed by midnight on Tuesday June 10, 2025. Please email the Race Office at registration@transrockies.com to do this.
I bought the Fansheild cancellation insurance, how do I make a claim?
You can find detailed information on how to make a claim here
I’m having trouble access my events.com account, who do I contact for help?
Please email the help desk at help@events.com
Can I change from the Full Pint to the Half Pint (or vice versa)?
Yep! You can change from the Full Pint to the Half Pint (or vise versa) by loging into your events.com account & following the instructions included in your confirmation email.
How can I add options or make changes to registration?
Instructions on how to do this can be found on your confirmation email. Please note that refunds are not provided for services/options that are cancelled.
Accommodation Questions
What are the accommodation options at the event?
It is up to each individual rider to book their own accommodations unless you purchased the Optional Accommodation Plan. More information of accommodations can be found here:
Do you have any hotel/accommodation partners?
Our accommodation partners are listed on the website here, these are continually updated so please check back often.
Is there a tenting or RV Camping Option?
After evaluation from the 2024 event, we have decided not to provide the camping option in 2025, but rather let participants book wherever they would like. This way people can pick the type of sites they want, and the locations within the campgrounds, as well as which communities they want to stay in. To help you plan your bookings, we do have a suggested outline for which days we'll be where. You can find that info on our website here (scroll approx 1/4 down the page): www.singletrack6.com/accommodation
Travel / Transfers Questions
Which airport do I fly into?
West Kootenay Regional Airport in Castlegar is approx. 2.5 to 3 hours from Kalso (Stage 1 of the event) & approx. 30 min from Nelson (Stage 6 of the event) - Connections from Calgary and Vancouver can get you to this airport.
Spokane International Airport - Spokane, Washington, USA – 4.5 hours from event start in Kaslo BC, 3.5 hours from event finish in Nelson BC.
Kelowna International Airport, Kelowna BC – 4.5 hours to start in Kaslo, 4 hours from finish in Nelson
Do I need to rent a car, or is there a Transportation Option?
We do not offer a shuttle program for this event so renting a car (or using your own) would be a requirement to get around. There are rental agencies at the airports mentioned above so reaching out to them to figure out the options.
How do I get from stage to stage, and/or to & from the start/finish line each day?
You will be required to move yourself from stage to stage, and to/from the start/finish areas each day. The start/finish line will be in the same location or relatively close each day, and parking will be available. Some of the parking options will be on FSR’s so following all instructions from TransRockies to get you parked properly at these locations.
Can I travel home the same day that the event finishes?
We strongly recommend that participants spend at least one night following the event in the finish community. The finishers’ banquet is a real celebration and the last thing you will want to do after 200 kilometres in the saddle is sit in a car or airplane for hours!
Do I need a support team?
No, Singletrack 6 is fully supported. We also offer several optional amenities such as hotel plans, massage and bike repair. Some participants do choose to have the extra support of friends and family along.
Which days are transfer days?
After stage 2, this is the New Denver stage, would be the first transfer day. This would be making your way to Rossland which is where stage 3&4 will take place.
After stage 4 you could transfer to Nelson for stage 5&6. Stage 5 takes place in Salmo, this is a 30 minute drive from Nelson and a 45 minute drive from Rossland.
There are very limited options to stay in Salmo for the stage, a couple of hotels only, so staying in one of the above mentioned locations would be your best option.
Course / Route Questions
Where can I find the route descriptions, profiles & GPX files?
You can find full/detailed descriptions of each stage along with downloadable GPX files on our website by hovering over the “2025 Stages” tab on the menu bar. From here, there is a drop-down menu where you can pick whichever stage you would like to see the info for.
Is it possible to ride the route before the race?
Generally, it is possible to ride all the routes in advance. Once we publish the race routes they will be posted o our website as mentioned above. Note that there may be last minute changes to the routes due to trail conditions, permits, or other factors.
How far apart are the check points?
The check points/aid stations are usually no more than 15 km apart. Each stage will usually have 2 check points. Half pint routes may have one checkpoint on shorter days. Please note that this can vary depending on the access points for the vehicles to get all materials to the check point. Check points/aid station locations will be listed on the course maps.
What’s available at the aid stations?
Our aid stations are fully stocked with nutrition products, electrolytes, water, chips, fruit, M&M’s, candy, cookies, and much more!
Where can I find Cut Off times for each stage?
You can find cut off times for each stage on our Schedule of Events page (here). Just scroll to the day/stage you’re looking for and it will be listed there. These will be updated as the routes are finalized.
Meals Questions
Are any meals included with my registration?
No. We do not have a meal plan for this event. Plenty of restaurants & grocery stores can be found in each host community and we encourage you to check them out!
Is the Banquet included with my registration?
A single banquet ticket is included with all ST6 Solo entries. All guests and ST3 Flex Participants will need to purchase a ticket if they want to attend the final banquet
Where is the final Banquet being held?
The final Banquet will be held at the Prestige Lakeside Resort https://www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com/locations/nelson-lakeside-resort/overview/
Can I buy extra tickets for the final banquet?
Yes, however we only have a limited number of extra tickets available. They can be purchased online through your events .com account. Please note that the deadline to purchase extra Banquet tickets is midnight on Sunday, July 6. Tickets will NOT be available for purchase at the door.
Gear / Bikes/ Tech Questions
What sort of bike should I use for the event?
An XC mountain bike would be your best option for this event. The courses will offer some challenging climbs, as well as descents - all of which can be handled on this type of bike.
Do I need any mandatory gear?
We don’t have any dedicated mandatory gear for this event, however, we recommend having a spare tube and basic tools with you in case anything happens while out on course. We do not have mechanics on course so being able to do minor fixes yourself is important.
What’s included in the Tech/Mechanical Package? You can find full details on what’s included in the Tech Package by clicking here.
If I didn’t buy the Tech Package, can I still get service from the mechanics?
Yes, you can use our mechanics even if you didn’t buy the tech package, however please note that timing for service would depend on how many people have bought the package (as this gives them priority service). We will be locations that will have local bike shops as well in case our mechanics become too busy.
“The Transrockies team clearly put their whole hearts into this event, working hard every day to make it a great experience for everyone. Not only that, but they were always friendly and helpful! Being my first stage race, ST6 was huge chalenge for me and the crew putting it on as well as my fellow racers made it special. ”
“Great event, great people on the TR team, all like family. A great event and hard to part ways after 6 days. ”
