The nordic leg/start of the race will be held at the Kallis Car Park for the Kelowna Nordic Ski Center, which is located approximately 45km from downtown Kelowna.
Click here for the Nordic Map with New Start line.  The trail will be clearly marked and will be the only trail that is groomed.   Skiers will ski straight through to the first transition that will be stationed at the Nordic Center main cabin (the original start line) where the Nordic team member will pass the Velcro strip to their snowshoe runner to continue the race as it was from there.

Facts and Rules:

•The course runs clockwise from the main cabin.

• Distance: approximately 12.5 km

• Nordic ski equipment must be used, classic or skate skis

• Climbing skins not allowed

• Free technique race

• Course is subject to change depending on snow conditions

• This stage must be complete by 10:00am

The snowshoe leg will also take place at the Kelowna Nordic Center, the same as previous years.   The trail will be marked with flagging tape and chalk.  Please note the snowshoe is more of a trail run as there is not a lot of snow left in this area.  You may not need snowshoes, we will update you at the race pack pick up.  Runners will pass the velcro strip to the mountain biker who will then continue on their leg of the race down McCulloch Road.  

Click here for the Ski2Tree Snowshoe Trail Map .

Rules and Facts:

•The course runs clockwise from the main cabin.

• Distance of run: approximately 5km

• There are no water stations on this leg.

• Runners will follow signage to the transition area

• Runners must be finished this stage by 11am

The Mountain Biker starts at the Kelowna Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Club and will ride down McCulloch Road to the transition.  The transition is currently pending on the completion of the one way bridge on McCulloch, we are working with the City on this and will update the exact transition location before Feb. 27th, where mountain bikers will pass their velcro straps onto their road bikers who will carry on.

Rules and Facts:

• Distance: approximately 23 km

•The road currently has a mixture of snow, gravel and mud.  It is in your best interest to control your speed and practice even breaking.   There is a large drop off on the West side of the road for much of the ride, another reason to control your speed!

•The road will not be closed to public however we will be warning any traffic that a race is in progress and to drive with caution.  Cyclists should be sure they do not cross the center line

• ANSI or CSA approved helmets are mandatory

• Bicycles must be in good condition

• Cyclists may not cross the center line of road

• Cyclists may not receive assistance or spare parts after the race has started

• Cyclists must be finished this stage of the race by 1pm

The road cyclist starts on McCulloch Road.   The road bike course will consist of 5 short laps of East Kelowna.  Due to the road construction there is an addition of Todd and Grantham Roads to avoid the section of Saucier that is closed and we will avoid further construction on a portion of Spiers by turning at Wallace Hill Rd.
CLICK HERE  for the course map outlining the road cycle course.

Rules and Facts:

• Distance: approximately 42 km

• Due to expected registration numbers and high costs of traffic control, the rules of the road will apply for this race.

• There will be volunteers at intersections guiding athletes in the right direction.  Volunteers are not there to stop traffic, only to assure that athletes are staying on course. There will be ‘Race in Progress’ vehicles monitoring the roads and disqualifying teams that are not following the rules of the road.  As the race grows traffic control will be introduced.

• ANSI or CSA approved helmets are mandatory

• No drafting allowed, individual time trial race

• Bicycles must be in good condition

• Cyclists may not cross the center line of road

• Cyclists may not receive assistance or spare parts after the race has started

• Cyclists must be finished this stage by 2:30pm

This leg will follow the Greenway to Lakeshore and continuing to finish at Waterfront Park where they will pass their velcro strap to their Paddler.  The course will be clearly marked with volunteers at main intersections.

Rules and Facts:

• Distance of run: approximately 11km

• There are no water stations on this leg.

• Runners will follow signage to the transition area

• Runners must be finished this stage by 4pm

The paddling section starts and finishes at Waterfront Park with an out and back North.  Once paddlers finish they will join the rest of their team and go by foot along the waterfront walkway to the Tree Beer Institute.  The race finish line is on the patio of the Tree Beer Institute, racers will complete their event by ringing the bell!

Click here for a link to the Paddle Transition Map highlighting where to park and unload.  We will have kayak trolleys available at the paddle transition for those that need them.

In the event of extraordinary winds or weather this section may be changed. Participants will be warned at the race briefing with the final call being made the day of the event.

Facts and Rules:

• Distance: approximately 8 km

• No motor driven boats, however all other vessels apply (with exception to SUP boards).  Paddler’s vessel types will be posted with their results.  If you want to be the fastest paddler, best you choose the fastest vessel!

• Canadian Ministry or Transport approved life jackets must be worn in the proper manner at all times

• Paddlers must be finished this stage by 5:30pm

You must download and sign the Hoodoo Racing Waiver and bring it to check in. You will not receive your race pack or number without a signed waiver.

Categories and Rules:

*Solo Women, Men and Juniors (18 – 19 years of age)
*Open Women and Men Teams
*Open Mixed: teams of 5 to 7 must consist of at least 2 females.
*Recreational: Any recreational teams placing top 3 will automatically by be transferred to an open category.
*Corporate: employees or relatives of employees must compete in at least 4 stages of the race
*Masters: All members must be 40 years of age or over as of race day
*Veterans: All members must be 60 years of age or over as of race day
*Junior: All members must be over 13 and under 19 years of age. Teams must consist of no fewer than 4 members, with no member competing in more than 2 stages of the race. Juniors aged 18-19 may compete as a solo or in teams of 2 or 3.

Entering under a category is now mandatory. Prizes will be given for each category.

Facts and Rules:

Solo participants must provide their own support crews at each transition to look after the participants equipment. Volunteers will NOT be responsible for storing or handling equipment either before, or after each leg of the race

A special area will be designated at each transition zone for solo participants, and must be used by the solo participants.

If you are an orphan (looking for a team to join), or need an orphan (extra person to complete your team), please contact us. We always have athletes ready to join teams!