2026 Heavy Petal Enduro
Event Information
The 2nd Annual Heavy Petal Enduro
Whether you're a trail veteran or just getting into enduro, this is your chance to ride, race, and celebrate with the Smithers biking community. Ages 10+
Race Time and Location
Location: Bluff Recreation Site, Smithers, BC
Date: Saturday June 13, 2026
Approximate Race Start Times (subject to change):
- Long Course
- 7:30am – 9:00am Registration
- 9:00am – 9:15am Racer Meeting (Mandatory)
- 9:15am – Begin pedalling to Stage 1
- Short Course
- 9:30am – 11:15am Registration
- 11:15am – 11:30am Racer Meeting (Mandatory)
- 11:30am – Begin pedalling to Stage 3
Race Format:
Enduro: only downhill stages are timed. Riders must climb to the start of each stage under their own power.
- Short Course: 3 stages (~7 km, 500 m elevation)
- Long Course: 5 stages (~24 km, 1200 m elevation)
- Difficulty: Blue and black trails
Race Categories
- 10-13 male, female, and non-binary (short course only)
- 14-18 male, female, and non-binary (short or long course)
- 19-49 male, female, and non-binary (short or long course)
- 50+ male, female, and non-binary(short or long course)
- E-bike open male, female, and non-binary (long course only)
All racers receive
- Custom Heavy Petal Enduro T-shirt
- Snacks to fuel your ride
Awards & Prizes:
- Podium awards for different age categories
- Tons of draw prizes (you must be present at Smithers Brewing Company to win)
- Best costume prizes
Post-Race Celebration:
- Join us at Smithers Brewing Company after the race for:
- Award ceremony
- Prize draws
- A big BBQ
- Good vibes and community fun
Volunteers:
This event can't happen without the help of our community! Here's why you should volunteer:
- Get a Heavy Petal T-shirt
- Lunch is on us
- Entry into sweet draw prizes
- Listen to metal and hang out with rad people
We need volunteers to help with Registration, Snacks & Hydration, Stage Start & Finish and Trail Marshalls
- Sign up here: Heavy Petal Enduro Volunteer Sign Up