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Why BC Bike Race
"BC Bike Race was amazing. Best mountain bike race in the world. No doubt."
Chris Eatough
6 Time 24hr Solo World Champion and Winner of BC Bike Race 2007
“It was honestly one of the first times I’ve totally forgotten about the race and just enjoyed the ride. It was just me and a friend bombing through the woods. That’s never happened to me before, so it really says a lot about the course.”
Jeff Schalk
Winner of BC Bike Race 2007, Commenting on BCBR Day 5
Yes, we know that in year two we're still the new kid on the block as far as epic multi-day mountain bike stage races go, but we sure left a solid impression after year one!!
Yet, do you still find yourself wondering why you should join us for BC Bike Race 2008?
Well, how about the insights of Andreas Hestler, the course designer and Marketing Director, when we asked him the simple question, "Why BC Bike Race?":
“ When BC Bike Race organizers offered me the chance to create my own stage race story I was intrigued. The area from Victoria to Whistler is where I grew up and learned to bike, so it's kinda like a dream job. And after a race career of 18 years I believe that I can create the best experience possible from an athlete's perspective.
My focus in designing this course is to showcase the spectacular terrain and create an unforgettable experience. As I mentioned before, a stage race unfolds like a story. So as the narrator of this story I want it to be exciting, and an experience that its participants will rave about for years to come.
It has become popular in today's culture and mindset to take week-long vacations. So as many people venture off for a week-long ski vacation, we are now offering the opportunity for a week-long bike vacation...fully supported! Of course it's for those of us out there who want a bit more in their down-time than just sand. BC Bike Race offers a new experience to those who are familiar with epic bike racing.
Our message is simple: "Come ride BC Bike Race and taste the ultimate singletrack experience!".”
And, if that's not inspiring enough for you, check out what some of last year's racers had to say:
- Best bike race in the world! And that’s first year. It can be even better.
- You guys did an awesome job.
- You exceeded my expectations by miles.
- Loved it!
- Will tell everybody back home about it and recommend they do it.
- Keep up the great work! This will be an epic event!
- It was great that all the racers could be together; talk to the pros and interact with the volunteers. It was like a big happy family. Great experience.
- Very cool event. I will return.
- Thanks for a great experience that will last a lifetime. You have done an amazing job.
- Fantastic event – not much more to say.
