XFONDO Whistler

June 14, 2025

From the creators of RBC GranFondo Whistler, XFONDO is an all roads bike race featuring road, gravel, trail and dirt. Be challenged by winding gravel switchbacks to flowing descents, framed by unreal mountain scenery and a ton of mud just waiting to be sprayed! Participating in XFONDO guarantees two things – your adrenaline will be pumping and you’ll have a hard time peeling the smile off your face back at base camp.

2025 XFONDO Schedule

If you’re excited about steep ups, plus winding and sometimes rocky descents, this event is the perfect fit. The course is a distance of 73k, 60k or 43k with an elevation gain of 1,770 metres. Registration is available now at xfondo.com.

Friday, June 13, 2025

Time Event Location
3 – 7 PM Rivian Demo Drives Outside Arbutus Routes
5 – 6:30 PM Shakeout Rides Arbutus Routes
5 – 9 PM XFONDO Happy Hour & Live Music RMU Whistler
5:30 – 7:30 PM Package Pickup and Swag Arbutus Routes
7 PM Rider / Course Briefing RMU Whistler

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time Event Location
7 – 8:45 AM Package Pickup and Swag for Saturday Arrivals Spruce Grove Park
9 AM Ride Starts Spruce Grove Park
11 – 4 PM Post-Ride Celebration Event Spruce Grove Park

Plan Your Ride

The Course

For the XFONDO Whistler pilot event, riders can choose from three distances. Envisage being in the saddle for 2.5 to 5 hours, depending on your choice. You will start and finish at Spruce Grove Park, and can expect a flurry of steep punches and tight switchbacks. It's a visceral experience spent with your new event buddies that will be a challenge for all of your skills.

View the 43k Course on Trailforks
View the 60k Course on Trailforks
View the 73k Course on Trailforks

Rest Stops

All distances will have multiple rest stops with hydration and nutrition from F2C Nutrition, water, and assorted things to eat including baked goods and fruit.

Recovery

No need to rush off after the ride – there are plenty of places to stay and enjoy a relaxing recovery in Whistler.

  • Find the perfect accommodation for a deep sleep after the event
  • Soak your muscles in your own hot tub or book a post-race massage at one of Whistler's spas
  • Join up with other participants in one of Whistler's bars, pubs or restaurants to raise a glass in victory
  • Turn it into an outdoor adventure weekend. Try bungee jumping, mountain biking or another summer activity
  • If you prefer to rest after the race, ride the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, take a gentle hike or chill out by one of Whistler’s five beautiful lakes

GranFondo Accommodation Partners

Pan Pacific Mountainside
Tantalus Resort Lodge
Whistler Village Inn & Suites
Delta Whistler Village Suites
Aava Whistler
Coast Blackcomb Suites
Crystal Lodge
Summit Lodge Boutique Hotel

 

Evolution Whistler
Pinnacle Hotel

 

Riding through old-growth forest on the Sea to Sky Trail.

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XFONDO Whistler is a cycling event where you’ll ride everything. Discover what it’s like to tackle the course in this firsthand ride report.

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