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Bosch eMTB Challenge

Set against the legendary terrain of Whistler Mountain Bike Park and the surrounding Valley Trails, the Bosch eMTB Challenge is a one-of-a-kind race that combines eMTB racing with navigation and endurance. Riders take on a challenging course with 1,000m-1,500m elevation gain, navigating a mix of timed stages and untimed transfer segments. The route, revealed the evening prior to the race, features both technical descents and “no-feet” uphill challenges where balance and pedal management are key – any foot down incurs a 5-second penalty.

Perks
Participation includes access to the VIP area at the Canadian Open DH (July 31, 2026) with a food and drink voucher.

Details
Participants compete solo across three categories:

Timing is done via bike-mounted transponders, with cumulative stage times determining results. There’s no on-course training permitted, so riders must rely on skill, quick learning, and GPS-supported navigation via provided GPX files or a physical map.

Only certified pedelecs (max 32km/h support and 750W) are allowed, with strict rules on equipment and safety. No outside assistance is permitted, including battery swaps, which must be carried by the rider. The challenge emphasizes not just speed, but smart riding, battery strategy, and mechanical self-sufficiency.

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 @ 8:00 am PDT

Location: Whistler Mountain Bike Park & Whistler Valley Trails
Finishing at Timing Flats, Creekside Zone of Whistler Mountain Bike Park

REGISTRATION

Registration Opens: April 22, 2026 at 3:00 PDT

Athlete Registration

Registration Deadline: July 26, 2026 at 11:59 PDT.
There will be no onsite registration.

To view athlete profile, please login into the Crankworx Registration Platform

Cancellation Policy
Can be found here

ATHLETE CHECK IN / RIDERS OFFICE
Can be found here

CATEGORIES

EQUIPMENT & PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Full-face helmet (Any certified 1 or 2-piece helmet) is mandatory.

Elbows/Forearms, Knee/Shin, Spinal/shoulder protection, neck brace and full finger gloves are highly recommended

Only certified pedelecs (max 32km/h support and 750W) are allowed, with strict rules on equipment and safety. No outside assistance is permitted, including battery swaps, which must be carried by the rider. The challenge emphasizes not just speed, but smart riding, battery strategy, and mechanical self-sufficiency.

START LIST

Start List will be published the night before the race HERE

COURSE

Course will be released the evening prior to the event. A unique mix of action, nature and challenge. This is where riding technique, stamina and clever battery management are required from you.

Navigation: preferred via digital devices such as Bosch Display or other device (GPX file will be provided), or physical map. Mix of eMTB Racing and eMTB adventure due to the “Stages” (against the clock) and the “Transfer stages” (not against the clock)

RULES

Bosch eMTB Challenge RULES