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Tripleshot Cycling is recruiting cyclists of all ages and abilities to explore backcountry trails in Greater Victoria on Sunday Oct. 15. The TripleShot Cross Fondo raises money for youth cycling, and for creating and connecting South Vancouver Island trails.
Cyclocross or mountain bike riders are invited and participants can hit the trails beginning at 9 a.m. at the Vancouver Island Tech Park. TheyB次元官网网址檒l wind through the Highlands, past Hartland Mountain Bike Park, Camosun College, Francis King and Thetis Lake regional parks, and dozens of acres of private property that will be opened up just for this day.
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Last year, the fundraiser won the Cycling BC Event of the Year.
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Riders have the option of a 20-kilometre ($79) or 40-kilometre ($99) trek. Kids under 16 pay $45 for either route. Registration is available online at and closes Oct. 11 at 11:59 p.m.
