PuddleBike

The first ever Pedal by the Puddle is now history. It was a great day. The weather gods co-operated as fifty-four enthusiastic riders between the ages of 11 and 61 years of age enjoyed our 10 km “almost-all-singletrack” course a grand total of 203 times. The fastest riders put in 9 laps-that’s almost 90 km of singletrack in 6 hours! Participants included a past Canadian National Champion, a World 24 Hour Solo Championships qualifier, and even a 2 time veteran of the infamous Mount Seven Psychosis Downhill, but best of all there were over 20 riders out there who had never before participated in any type of organized cycling event-good job!

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As a novice mountain bike racer, this was a great event for getting my wheels wet.  The mostly single-track course had a flow to it that made it a treat to ride.  There was a great variety of terrain, technical challenges (manageable for even my limited capabilities), and even some wildlife thrown into the mix.  The enduro format gave the event a festival atmosphere which could be enjoyed by riders of all abilities for the entire six hours.  Congratulations to the organizers on a great event.

Awesome single track course with technical sections of roots and rocks all set in a Douglas-fir forest typical of Williams Lake riding.

I thoroughly enjoyed the race and the superbly organized and smooth operation. I thought the course was excellent for all levels of riders, and everyone I have talked to agreed.

Looking forward to next year!

Sweet course, excellent organization and a fun group of riders made for a great race!  Just about all ingletrack with lots of stuff to keep the suspension working.  Recommend a full suspension if your closet has both types.  Can’t wait for next year!

The course was more fun and exciting than a triple loop roller coaster, combining the sweetest single track trails that BC has to offer, with technical climbs combined with some super fast and flowing downhill sections. The best course I’ve seen! Time keeping was spot on and professional. The trophies given out after the race were thoughtfully designed handmade original works of art! And the generosity shown by the event organizers in the way of prizes both for top finishers and random draws was really amazing; no other race that I’ve been to even comes close! I can’t wait for next year!!

The Overlander Hotel and Pub is offering a special “riders rate”:

$74.00 / night - for double occupancy

For the special rate, mention the “Pedal by the Puddle bike race” when booking

1 800 663 6898
250 392 3321
1118 Lakeview Cres. Williams Lake, B.C.

RACE DAY ESSENTIAL INFORMATION — Click Here

This Sunday June 15th, celebrate Father’s Day with some exercise in the great outdoors, and ride in the “Pedal by the Puddle” 6 hour Enduro Mountain Bike event, the first event of its kind to be held in Williams Lake!

Deadline for entries is Friday, June 13th at 7pm, and deadline if you want your T-shirt size guaranteed is Friday June 6th.

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RACE DAY ESSENTIAL INFORMATION:

Deadline for entries is Friday, June 13th at 7pm, and deadline if you want your T-shirt size guaranteed is Friday June 6th.

Race start time is 10:00 am. You can pick up race packages at the race site between 8:30 am and 9:30 am on race day, or at Barking Spider Mountain Bike in Williams Lake on Saturday June 14th between 10am and 5pm. You will also be required to sign a waiver (or parents on behalf of their children under 19) when you pick up your race package. Remember, this needs to be done before 9:30 on race day or we can’t allow you to race!

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Download a .pdf of the race course.

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How To Get To The Race

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Wildlife At Scout Island Nature Centre Request Bicycle Riders Park Their Bikes

Scout Island Nature Centre provides a relatively secluded, natural place for wildlife and plant viewing. It is a special place in the heart of our community where you can hear the “unfurling of leaves in the spring, feel the rustle insect wings, and absorb the cry of the loon.” This is best done by walking the trails of the Nature Centre. (more…)