GRAND DEPART: Racing the BC EPIC 1000

My goal was simple:
Keep pedaling as long as possible to get from Merritt to Fernie in under 3 days time.
Sleep and comfort can wait. What happens when the body wants to keep going, but the mind begins to say "No"?
The BC Epic 1000 follows a mix of service roads, double track, and single track along a good portion of the Trans Canada Trail. A 1040km race from Merritt to Fernie! Offroad, unofficial, and completely self-supported, this bikepacking ride/race was designed in the spirit of the underground ‘Tour Divide’ style of event and is by far the biggest ride I've ever attempted. From arid valleys to high mountain passes and lush riverside jungles, the BC Epic lives up to its name and more.
Route Info:
/ bcepic1000
www.bcepic1000...
ridewithgps.co...
Race Info:
trackleaders.co...
Music:
“The Racer” by Tristan Barton
“Who We Want To Be” By Tom Day
“Windfall” by Ryan Taubert
“Vision” by Pyramid
"Introspection" by Hoenix
Shot With:
GoPro 7 Black
Bike and Kit:
2018 Rocky Mountain Solo 70
NOBL TR33 Wheels / i9 1/1 Hubs
55mm Rene Herse Umtanum Ridge Tires
SRAM GX Eagle AXS 10-50 x 38t
Revelate Bike Bags
7Mesh Kit, Smith Glasses and Helmet
Gemini 2200 Multisport Lights
Leatt MTB Shoes