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Cowichan Crusher

Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo

May 31 2026
Lake Cowichan BC
Date Confirmed
Registration Opened: November 01 2025
 
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Distances: 25, 55, 100, 160km 
Difficulty: Moderate terrain with rolling short steep hills or moderate, sustained climbs
Limited to: 300 Participants

The 9th edition of the Cowichan Crusher, on May 31st , 2026, is first of the Triple Crown series, which takes place in the picturesque Cowichan Valley. The Cowichan Crusher highlights historical significance and scenery of the Cowichan Valley offering a scenic and challenging ride. Rolling hills, covered in lush green trees, panoramic views, gravel roads, trails, and scenic vistas of Vancouver Island, particularly within the Cowichan Valley are some of the reasons this is one of the best places in Canada to ride gravel.

Featuring four distinct distances in 2026:

Piccolo / Beginner Fondo (Approx. 25kms)

Start /finish Lake Cowichan
Geared toward beginner to intermediate-level cyclists

Medio Fondo (Approx. 50kms)
Starting and concluding in Lake Cowichan, BC
Ideal for beginner to intermediate-level cyclists

Full Fondo (Approx. 98kms)
Start /finish Lake Cowichan
Tailored for intermediate to expert-level cyclists

Full Fondo Plus (Approx. 160kms or 100 Miles!)
Start /finish Lake Cowichan
Tailored for intermediate to expert-level cyclists

Starting and finishing in Lake Cowichan, participants will enjoy camping accommodations, post-event meal, cold beverage and possibly a post-ride dip in the lake.

Registration includes; Souvenir socks, support on course (mechanicals / flats), several aid stations on course, results with a time and draw prizes, plus overall top 3 prizes in each event, as well warm food and a cold beverage at the finish.

There are individual and team competitions for men, women, team of two and team of 4 riders and their results are based upon the combined times.

For more information, please visit: https://cowichancrusher.com

Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo

Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo

 
Start Located At: Lake Cowichan, BC
 
 
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Included

Souvenir T shirt
Beer ticket at the finish
Event support on course (mechanical / flat)
Several Aid stations on course
Results with a time
Draw Prizes
Souvenir Photo

Prize / Race Categories

Cayegories

-Individual

-Teams of 2

-Teams of 4

Bike Divisions

-Cyclocross/Gravel

-Mtn Bike

-Hybrid

-Road Bike

 
Facilities
Parking
Changing Rooms
Toilets
Registration On the Day
Pre-Packet Pickups
 
Support for Participants
Route Signposted
First Aid
SAG Wagon
Marshalls
Roving Mechanical Support
Mechanical Support at Rest Stops
 
Community
Volunteers
Raffle
Fundraising
 
Features
Course Timing
Category / Race Prizes
Photos
Finish Line Chute
 
Nutrition
Feed / Aid Stations
Post Event Meal(s) Provided As Part of Entry
Number of Aid Stations: 1
 
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Nov 21 2025 - NEWS: BC Triple Crown Of Gravel Series Announces 2026 Dates In Western Canada
Aug 07 2025 - NEWS: Register now for the Sea 2 Sky Gravel Fondo and SAVE $25!
May 23 2025 - NEWS: Register NOW for the Cowichan Crusher and SAVE!
Feb 07 2025 - NEWS: 2025 British Columbia Triple Crown of Gravel Revealed
Dec 15 2024 - NEWS: BC Triple Crown of Gravel Series Announces 2025 Dates in Western Canada
Aug 02 2024 - NEWS: Register now for the 3rd edition of the Sea 2 Sky Gravel Fondo
Jun 12 2024 - NEWS: Register Now for the 9th Annual Kettle Mettle Gravel Fondo and SAVE!
May 09 2024 - NEWS: Record 300 Participants ride the 7th annual Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo
Mar 08 2024 - NEWS: Register NOW for the Cowichan Crusher and SAVE!
Jan 05 2024 - NEWS: Register NOW for the 2024 Triple Crown of Gravel Series and SAVE
Dec 08 2023 - NEWS: Registration opens for British Columbia’s 2024 Triple Crown of Gravel Series
Oct 04 2023 - NEWS: 2nd edition of the Sea2Sky Gravel Fondo another Success
Aug 27 2023 - NEWS: Popular Sea 2 Sky Gravel Fondo returns to Squamish, BC this October
Jun 17 2023 - NEWS: 8th Edition of Kettle Mettle Dirty Fondo takes place this September
Jul 13 2023 - NEWS: Kettle Mettle Tour de France Special! Save $30 OFF All Entries!
May 31 2026 - EVENT: Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo
Jun 20 2026 - EVENT: Kettle Mettle Gravel Fondo
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