BC Bike Race

Day Six - July 6, 2012logo-footer-shimano

Squamish300-DS_BCBR10_6574

Get a taste of the very best singletrack for which Squamish is renowned!

Today's route is an incredible combination of two legendary race courses: the famous Test of Metal and very fun Gear Jammer. By blending the two courses we were able to cover the entire valley!

You'll start and finish at the picturesque Brennan Park Rec Centre in Squamish.

A teaser of what's in store:

300-DS_BCBR10_6251Tracks from Hell and Bob MacIntosh Loop - after blasting through the singletrack and boardwalks of Tracks and passing the lakes, you'll rip around the Bob MacIntosh Loop.

Half Nelson, Psudeosuga One, Two, and Three - after "George's Crossing" (built thanks to combined effort between BCBR and Corsa Cycles), you'll hit the new pump-track-esque Half Nelson trail followed by the flowy Psudeosuga trails!

Seven Stiches and Powerhouse Plunge - these descents are Squamish Classics!

2011-d6-profile-epic
Distance ~ 50km | Elevation Gain ~ 1660m | Aid 1 ~ 26km | Aid 2 ~ 37km
Start - Squamish | Finish - Squamish

2011-d6-profile-chal
Distance ~ 29km | Elevation Gain ~ 1240m | Aid 1 ~ 7km | Aid 2 ~ 19km
Start - Squamish | Finish - Squamish

300-DS_BCBR09_05_0419Base Camp Highlights

Wake up in Squamish knowing that your race starts and ends here today and you don't have to pack up any gear for tonight! You will finish Day Six right where you started - Brennan Park! All the same amenities will be waiting for you when you get back, including the hot tub and pool.  The Catalyst Therapy Team and our MASH Unit will also be happy to help you with any aches and pains.

Note: It's also Guest Day at BC Bike Race where we'll be hosting many of the sponsors that help make your race possible!

Support Team Teasers

Check out these tempting options to keep your moral supporters busy today!

300-DS_BCBR10_6636

  • Take a walk along the Eagle Run dyke at Brackendale
  • Embark on a short but strenuous hike up the Stawamus Chief
  • If you're new to climbing, try top-rope climbing at Little Smoke Bluffs
  • If you're into golfing, check out either Squamish Valley Golf & Country Club, Garibaldi Springs Golf Resort, or the Furry Creek Golf & Country Club
  • Explore the horseback riding trails around Squamish
  • Swim and relax at Alice Lake Provincial Park - you can even watch the racers come by!
  • Grab a pint at Howe Sound Brewery