The Inside Line is Going Racing: We're Sponsoring the Return of the Canadian Enduro League
Enduro is back for 2026 with the relaunch of the Canadian Enduro League, and we're on board as the presenting sponsor for all five rounds!
- Kelowna / Fire in the Mountains / April 25 & 26
- Chilliwack / Vedder Mountain / May 9 & 10
- Medicine Hat / Cypress Hills / August 8 & 9
- Invermere / Toby Creek / August 15 & 16
- Kamloops / Sun Peaks / September 5 & 6
Registration opens on February 7th at 9:00am PST, with early bird pricing until February 14th.
We’ve given a lot of thought to what racing means to us, and to the greater riding community. At The Inside Line, we believe racing is about far more than just finish times. It’s about the people, places, and communities that make riding possible.
Enduro racing brings people together in a way few other formats can. Riders share trails, help each other with mechanicals, wait together at stage starts, and cheer for one another at the finish. For many riders, races are where friendships begin, new riding groups form, and newcomers find their place in the sport.
Those shared moments are what turn a race weekend into something much bigger than a results sheet.
Creating pathways for riders
Racing matters because it creates real pathways for riders who want to grow, whether that means improving skills, finding confidence on technical terrain, or opening opportunities to race at higher levels across the world. The Canadian Enduro League is a stepping stone for athletes to compete on the world stage.
Just as importantly, it creates an entry point for people who want to experience organized riding in a supportive environment. Many come to learn, to challenge themselves, or to feel part of something larger than their usual weekend ride.
When riders feel connected to their local scene and to the wider riding community, they are more likely to volunteer, donate, advocate for access, and support the long-term stewardship of the places we ride.
A powerful way to build a sense of shared responsibility
We’re supporting the Canadian Enduro League because its relaunch represents an opportunity to rebuild and strengthen a national community around enduro racing in Canada, one that values collaboration, inclusivity, and respect for the land and the people who care for it.
We’re excited to see riders, organizers, and communities come together again across Western Canada this season, and we’re grateful to be able to play a small part in supporting the people who make Canadian enduro racing what it is.
Supporting the people who build the sport
Behind every race weekend is an enormous amount of local effort. Trail associations, land managers, volunteers, timing crews, medics, and community organizers all play a role in making events what they are.
By supporting the CEL, we’re supporting that local work. A national series helps create consistency, visibility, and stability for organizers across the country. It gives communities a shared framework while still allowing each venue to showcase its unique terrain, culture, and riding style.
Strong events help reinforce something many of us already know: good trails depend on strong communities.
From iconic and memorable, to fresh and exciting venues
From established classics to brand new venues, this year’s CEL calendar reflects the diversity of terrain, communities, and riding cultures that make enduro racing in Western Canada so special.
With five confirmed stops across the region, the CEL season begins at the end of April in Kelowna with Fire in the Mountains, a collaborative race that raises funds for the West Kelowna Fire Fighters Charitable Society. It will be a welcoming start to the series.
From there, the series moves to Chilliwack in May for the iconic Vedder Mountain stop. With long descents through lush green forests, there’s nothing quite like it, and this stop steps up the intensity.
After a short mid-season break through June and July, the series resumes at Cypress Hills, just south of Medicine Hat. A returning venue after a successful stop in 2023, it’s a true hidden gem of the prairies and offers a more relaxed pace.
The following weekend brings the series to Toby Creek, a brand new venue for the circuit. Toby Creek promises exciting high alpine racing, scree, and hike-a-bikes.
To close out the season, we’re heading to a favourite among riders at the shop... Sun Peaks! With some of the best riding in Western Canada, this final stop will be the cherry on top.
Shop ambassador Marni racing in Cypress Hills // Photo by Cody Shimizu
This year marks an exciting new chapter for enduro racing in Canada, and we couldn’t be more proud to be part of it. Registration opens on February 7th at 9:00am PST, with early bird pricing until February 14th. See you at the races!
