Frequently Asked Questions

The Range FAQ   

General Questions 

What is the date of the event? Race day is July 11, 2026

What is the exact location of the event? The start (and finish) of the event is at the Centennial Park, Claresholm, Alberta

What distances are available? 60km (Rustler), 85km (Rodeo), 122km (The Range), and 211km (4iiii Frontier). Please note: all riding distances are approximate. We have done our best to ensure that each distance is accurate but based on the routes chosen, it is sometimes difficult to be exact. We know how you hate to be short-changed!

I want to enter but do not have a gravel bike. Can I still participate? Absolutely! Traditional gravel bikes are the most common bikes out there, but a mountain bike (preferably hard tail) can be used as well.  

Are e-bikes permitted? Yes, but only in the 60km Rustler distance. This must be indicated on your registration form as well. E-bikes are not permitted in any other distance.

Where should I park for the event?

  • NO PARKING AT CENTENNIAL PARK for race participants (unless you are camping there)

    • People camping at the park can park their cars on their sites (this includes people who have reserved sites, & people who want to boondock or tent)

  • Designated parking for all participants is at Willow Creek Composite High School (628 55 Ave W, Claresholm, AB). ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE NOT CAMPING SHOULD BE PARKING HERE

  • Please be respectful of the neighbourhood that we are in and do not park in front of people’s driveways. Obey all parking signs at all times

What about smoky conditions? Smoke from fires either nearby or distant may also impact the event and conditions can be variable from location to location. In the case that wildfire smoke is present, we will use the Canadian AQHI rating from the closest reliable source to measure air quality. If the AQHI is 7 or higher at the time of the start the stage will be cancelled. If the AQHI is less than 7 but higher than 4 the race director may modify the stage by neutralizing or shortening it in the interest of rider safety.

Registration Questions 

Where can I register for the event? You can sign up online here

Where can I find pricing for the event? Pricing for the event can be found here

What’s the cancellation policy? Our full cancellation policy can be found here (scroll to the bottom of the page)

I cannot race or have decided to not race, can I get a refund? No. There are no refunds issued by Transrockies Inc under ANY circumstances, however, there was additional cancellation insurance available for purchase at the time of registration through a 3rd party company called Protecht

I bought the Protecht cancellation insurance, how do I make a claim? You can find detailed information on how to make a claim here: https://intercom.help/movemint/en/articles/11370729-registration-protection

I cannot race or have decided to not race, can I transfer my entry? Transfers of entry to another participant for The Range event in 2026 may be permitted at the discretion of TransRockies Inc. for an admin fee of $25. Please email registration@transrockies.com for more information. All transfers must be completed no later than midnight on July 5, 2026.

I need to cancel my registration, transfer my entry, or have general questions about my registration, who do I contact?  Please email the Race Office at registration@transrockies.com

What if I want to change the distance I registered for? No problem at all! Please email regsitration@transrockies.com before July 5 if you would like to change the distance you’re registered in. If you’re moving to a longer distance, you’ll be responsible for paying the price difference, if you’re moving to a shorter distance, there won’t be a refund for the price difference – it will just be a straight across switch.

Where can I find the schedule for the weekend? You can find a full/detailed Schedule of Events on our website here

When & where is package pick up?

  • Friday, July 10th: 6pm – 8pm – Centennial Park - 4604 4 St W, Claresholm, AB (look for the registration tent)

·       Saturday, July 11th: 6:00am - 8:30am - Centennial Park - 4604 4 St W, Claresholm, AB (look for the registration tent) 

*You must pick up your package at one of these times. You cannot race without picking up your package. 

Can a friend pick up my event package?

Yes, they can – nothing is needed on our end, but please make sure you & your friend have planned ahead so that you each know who is picking up what.

My t-shirt doesn’t fit, can I exchange it? Yep! We just ask that you wait until after 8am on the morning of Saturday July 11th once all the riders have checked in. Come to the Race Office tents to see what we have available.

Camping Info

Is camping included in my registration?
NO. Camping is available at Centennial Park Campground. See below for Camp Info.

Camping Info

  • Camping is NOT INCLUDED with your registration!

  • Please book directly with Centennial Park Campground here: https://www.campspot.com/book/centennialparkclaresholm

  • Unlimited tent camping will be available for $22.75/night

  • A large amount of “Boondocking” sites (campervans/sprinter vans, roof top tents, trailers) will be available for $26/night (dry camping - no power, no water, no sewer)

  • ALL CAMPERS MUST CHECK-IN AT THE CAMPGROUND OFFICE upon arrival (this includes people who have reserved sites, &/or people who want to boondock or tent)

  • All payment via CASH or E-TRANSFER ONLY! Pay at the campground office upon check-in. (this includes people who have reserved sites, &/or people who want to boondock or tent

  • NO WOOD BURNING FIRES allowed, however propane fire bowls are permitted

Shower & Bathroom Info

  • All campers will have access to Centennial Park Campground bathroom facilities & showers (this includes people who have reserved sites, &/or people who want to boondock or tent)

  • ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE NOT CAMPING will have access to 6 port-o-potties on site at the start/finish area

    • Please do NOT use the campgrounds bathroom facilities if you are not camping there

  • ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE NOT CAMPING will be able to use the campgrounds shower facilities for a fee of $5 (payable by cash or e-transfer to the campground office)

Course Info 

Are the roads closed for the event? NO! All roads are always open to traffic. All cyclists will be required to ride on the far-right hand side of the road – on the shoulder if applicable – alongside traffic

What are the road surfaces like? The road surface is approx. 90% gravel (pavement sections leading out from the campground & back on the way in). There will be sections of loose, deep gravel, but generally speaking, the course is small, fast rolling gravel. There are also 2 natural creek crossings (shallow)

Where can I find the route descriptions, profiles & GPX files? You can find full/detailed descriptions of each distance along with downloadable GPX files on our website under “The Routes” tab (on the left side of the menu bar)

Will there be mechanics on site? Yes! We will have 3 mechanics from Ridley’s available on site for last minute bike checks if needed. PLEASE NOTE: We are happy to provide spare tubes and other minor repairs during the course of your ride, however if you have any other mechanical issues, we will ask you to be prepared to cover the cost of these items. Please make arrangements with the mechanics to pay for them when you arrive at the finish line. Thank you for your cooperation.

In the event your bike cannot be repaired on course, we have sag wagons available to transport you and your bike back to the finish line.

What if I am not feeling up to the distance I registered while out there? No problem, simply come to the timing tent immediately after you cross the finish line and give your name and they can make the change for you, so that you are in the correct results.

Where are the aid stations located for each distance?

  • Rodeo (59km): Schoolhouse @ approx 37km

  • Rustler (86km): Burke Creek @ approx 44km,  Schoolhouse @ approx 65km

  • The Range (122km): Burke Creek @ approx 44km, Heath Creek @ approx. 64km, Burke Creek again @ approx. 80km,  Schoolhouse @ approx 101km

  • 4iiii Frontier (211km): Burke Creek @ approx 44km, Heath Creek @ approx. 64km (drop bags located here), Frontier Loop @ approx. 100km (this is a WATER STATION ONLY – not a full aid station), Heath Creek again @ approx. 152km (drop bags located here), Burke Creek again @ approx. 168km, Schoolhouse @ 189km

*1 Porta-o-Pottie will be available at Burke Creek only. 

What’s available at the aid stations? Our aid stations are fully stocked with Exact nutrition chews, F2C electrolytes, water, chips, fruit, M&M’s, candy, cookies, and much more!

Are there cut off times? Yes – please see below

The time limit for the 4iiii Frontier is 12 hours - the course closes at 7 PM, with the following cutoffs:
10:30 AM Heath Creek Aid Station Outbound at 64km – this is the furthest aid station and the start of the 4iiii Frontier Only loop – if you miss this aid station you will skip the outer loop only.
3:30 PM Heath Creek Aid Station Inbound at 152 km – if you miss this cutoff you will continue to the next major intersection (Turn 20) and be turned right to skip the Wall and Burke Creek Ranch and rejoin the course.
4:00 PM Corner 20 at 162 km – If you miss this cutoff you will be turned right to skip the Wall and Burke Creek Ranch and rejoin the course.
5:30 PM Aid Station Schoolhouse (approx 189 km) – If you miss this cutoff we will transport you to the finish.

If you don’t make any of the cutoff’s, please check in with timing at the finish to let them know what distance you rode.

DROP BAGS/SPECIAL NEEDS BAG (available for the 4iiii Frontier distance ONLY)

When & where do I leave my checkpoint Drop Bag/Special Needs Bag for the 4iii Frontier event? Drop Bags MUST be left at the Race Office tent during package pick-up on Friday July 10 from 6pm-8pm, or on Saturday morning BEFORE 6:30am. Drop Bags will NOT be accepted after 6:30am on Satutday July 11 as our aid station crew needs to drive them out on course. Please make sure you label your drop bag with your name &/or your bike plate number before you drop it off.

Where will I find my Drop Bag on course? Your drop bag can be found at the Heath Creek aid station (approx. 64km in, then again at approx 152km)

Where will I get the items that I dropped off at the aid station back? Our Aid Station crews will bring the items left at the aid stations back to the start/finish area with them at the end of the event – aprrox 7-8pm on Saturday July 11.

Post Race Questions

What's the deal with lunch? Each registered rider will receive a hearty, delicious lunch from Freson Bros Catering, as well as a drink ticket for ChillVille (non alcoholic available). Lunch will be served from 11:30am-4:30pm. We will set aside lunch packages for those riders still on course doing the 4iiii Frontier distance. Additional lunch tickets will NOT be available for purchase on site as we needed to give the caterer final numbers at the beginning of July. *Vegan, vegetarian, and Gluten Free options available

Can my friends and family have lunch with me? Yes, but you must pre-purchase your extra lunch tickets during registration. The deadline to purchase these tickets is June 28, 2026. They will NOT be available for purchase on site

Where will official results be posted? Official results will be posted at Zone4.ca by the end of the day.

Who qualifies for awards? We will be recognizing 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in the following categories: Non-Binary, Open Men, Open Women, 50+ Men, 50+ Women for The Range (122km) and the 4iii Frontier (211km) distances ONLY. No awards will be issued for the Rustler (86km) or Rodeo (59km) distances. 

What time is the awards ceremony & where? Awards will be done on site at the start/finish area in Centennial Park Campground. The award ceremony for The Range distance will commence once all podium positions for that distance have been filled. The award ceremony for the 4iiii Frontier distance will commence once all podium positions in that distance has been filled. Please pay attention to the announcements for ceremony times.