Tears and Gears 2025
- Date Sat 30th August 2025
- Location Fernie, BC
- Price $45.00 - $105.00
- Races 9 races
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Event summary
Get ready for the highly anticipated Tears and Gears 2025, taking place on Saturday, August 30th, 2025, in the stunning East Kootenay region! This exciting event, celebrating its return after a six-year hiatus, promises a thrilling day of adventure and camaraderie as participants engage in a Mountain Duathlon that combines trail running and mountain biking. Set at the picturesque Elk Valley Nordic Centre, athletes can choose to compete solo in the Classic Race, or join forces with a teammate in the Classic Team category. Young adventurers aged 7-14 are also invited to participate in a special Youth Race.
With a limited capacity of just 185 racers, this event encourages a spirit of inclusivity and community, all while supporting the newly established Abi Moore Scholarship Fund. Participants will enjoy a fantastic race day experience, complete with a commemorative hat, a delicious post-race BBQ, refreshing beverages, aid stations, and plenty of prizes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating event—registration closes on August 16th, so secure your spot today and join the fun in the great outdoors!
With a limited capacity of just 185 racers, this event encourages a spirit of inclusivity and community, all while supporting the newly established Abi Moore Scholarship Fund. Participants will enjoy a fantastic race day experience, complete with a commemorative hat, a delicious post-race BBQ, refreshing beverages, aid stations, and plenty of prizes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating event—registration closes on August 16th, so secure your spot today and join the fun in the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Fernie Tears and Gears was inspired by two friends who loved to trail run (Abi) and mountain bike (Krista), but could never find an event to compete in together. Thus, Fernie’s first Mountain Duathlon was born in 2010 and was held annually until 2019 marking the race's 10th Anniversary. After a six year hiatus, Tears and Gears is back to raise funds for the newly established Abi Moore Scholarship Fund and to continue to encourage people to get out on our amazing trail network, have fun while doing it, support one another, and to be a part of an inclusive and welcoming community.
WHEN: Saturday August 30, 9AMNUMBER OF RACERS: Limited to 185 racers.START / FINISH: Elk Valley Nordic Centre
RACE INFO: Trail Running and Mountain Biking Duathlon. CATEGORIES: Classic Solo (Run then Bike), or find a team mate and go Classic Team. Those under 14 can take part in the Youth Race, as a Soloist or Team. Ages 12+ are also welcome to take part in the Classic Race. *Please note: Due to the logistics of this race, there is no option to Run or Bike only - you must find a teammate or go for it Solo!*
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: On top of a great race day, you also get a commemorative hat, Post-Race BBQ and Beer (kid friendly version), Aid Station, Draw Prizes, and Podium Prizes galore.PRICING: Classic $105 (suitable for 12+) , Youth (7-14yrs) $45. No early bird, no late. First come, first serve.
REGISTRATION: Registration closes Saturday, August 16, at midnight and any additional merchandise orders must be placed by this date. Don't miss out!!
WHEN: Saturday August 30, 9AMNUMBER OF RACERS: Limited to 185 racers.START / FINISH: Elk Valley Nordic Centre
RACE INFO: Trail Running and Mountain Biking Duathlon. CATEGORIES: Classic Solo (Run then Bike), or find a team mate and go Classic Team. Those under 14 can take part in the Youth Race, as a Soloist or Team. Ages 12+ are also welcome to take part in the Classic Race. *Please note: Due to the logistics of this race, there is no option to Run or Bike only - you must find a teammate or go for it Solo!*
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES: On top of a great race day, you also get a commemorative hat, Post-Race BBQ and Beer (kid friendly version), Aid Station, Draw Prizes, and Podium Prizes galore.PRICING: Classic $105 (suitable for 12+) , Youth (7-14yrs) $45. No early bird, no late. First come, first serve.
REGISTRATION: Registration closes Saturday, August 16, at midnight and any additional merchandise orders must be placed by this date. Don't miss out!!
Tears and Gears 2025