Chinook Classic Gran Fondo

Due to the forecasted high winds, with gusts expected to reach up to 70 km/h, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Chinook Gran Fondo event. The safety of our riders, volunteers, and team is our top priority.

Unfortunately, rescheduling is not a realistic option due to the extensive permitting, road-use approvals, and logistical requirements necessary to host the big ride.
For those who would like to collect their commemorative event jersey, we will be onsite from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. tomorrow. If you are unable to attend during that time, jerseys will be delivered to TCR Bike Shop Tuesday.

As a gesture of appreciation for your support and understanding, all registered participants will receive a 50% deferral credit toward next year's Chinook Gran Fondo.

We understand this is disappointing news and sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back next year under better riding conditions.

Thank you,
The Chinook Gran Fondo Team

3 days to race day.

The countdown is almost over. In just a few days, riders will line up at the Millarville Race Track with nerves buzzing, legs ready, and a full day of open roads, rolling foothills, and big Alberta skies waiting ahead. This is the part where it starts to feel real. The training is done. The build is behind you. Now it is about showing up, taking in the moment, and getting ready for a ride you will remember.

On June 21, 2026, the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo brings together challenge, community, and incredible scenery for a fully supported day on the bike. Whether you are taking on the 60km Buckaroo Fondo, 110km Wrangler Fondo, or 150km Full Bronco Fondo, your start line is almost here.

Tag your riding crew and let them know race day is nearly here.

There is a feeling in a group ride that is hard to explain unless you have lived it.

The steady hum of wheels. The rhythm of the peloton. The way the road seems to flow when everyone is working together. The quiet focus, the shared effort, the small surges, the moments where you find your group and everything starts to click. At the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo, that feeling comes alive on the open roads of Alberta’s rolling foothills, where riders of all levels come together for a fully supported day that is as challenging as it is rewarding.

Whether you are there to push the pace, settle into the bunch, or simply enjoy the energy of riding alongside others who love the bike as much as you do, Chinook has a place for you. Join us on June 21, 2026, starting from the Millarville Race Track, and experience it for yourself.

Comment if you are coming with a crew or hoping to find your people out on course.

1 week to race day.

In just seven days, riders will roll out from the Millarville Race Track and into the rolling foothills for one unforgettable day on the bike. The nerves, the excitement, the quiet moments before the start, and then the sound of wheels turning as the road opens up ahead. This is what you have been training for. Big blue skies. Alberta scenery that never gets old. A fully supported ride that lets you settle in, take it all in, and see what you are capable of.

Whether you are lining up for the 60km Buckaroo Fondo, the 110km Wrangler Fondo, or the 150km Full Bronco Fondo, race day is almost here. Get your gear ready, get your mind right, and get ready for a day you will be proud of.

Tag your riding crew and let us know which distance you are taking on.

Racing with friends and celebrating together

Some of the best moments of the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo happen beside the bike.

They happen in the early morning when you and your friends are getting ready at the Millarville Race Track, talking through the day ahead. They happen out on course when you encourage each other through the hard parts, settle into the rhythm together, and share the kind of ride that turns into a memory. And they happen at the finish line, when tired legs, big smiles, food, drinks, and great stories all come together after a meaningful day in the saddle.

On June 21, 2026, come ride through Alberta’s stunning foothills, then celebrate what you accomplished together. Because finishing feels good, but sharing it with your people makes it even better.

Tag the friends you want to ride and celebrate with at Chinook.

10 days to race day.

The countdown is getting real now. In just ten days, the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo returns to the Millarville Race Track for a day of open roads, rolling foothills, and the kind of ride that stays with you long after it is over. There is something special about knowing a big day is coming. The anticipation starts building. The training starts to feel more purposeful. You can already picture the start line, the cool morning air, the miles ahead, and the satisfaction waiting at the finish.

June 21, 2026 is almost here, and whether your goal is to push your limits, ride strong with friends, or simply enjoy a supported and scenic day on the bike, Chinook is ready for you.

Save this for motivation and share it with the friend you want beside you on race day.

Legs burning, wind rushing, views for days… this is what riding is all about.

The Chinook Classic Gran Fondo isn’t just a race, it’s that unbeatable feeling of freedom, the push to go a little further, and the thrill of the open road calling you back for more.

Race day is coming fast, don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of the open road winding through the Rockies.

At the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo starting from Millarville Race Track, every turn brings a new view—towering peaks, endless forest, and that quiet, powerful reminder of just how free riding can feel. It’s not just a race, it’s an escape. A moment to breathe deeper, ride further, and take it all in.

We’ll see you there.

June 21, 2026

Some of the strongest moments on the road aren’t about the finish line, they’re about the people beside you.

At the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo, it’s the shared miles, the mid-ride laughs, the quiet encouragement, and the “we’ve got this” energy that turn a ride into something unforgettable. Whether you start as strangers or arrive as teammates, this is where friendships are built and camaraderie carries you all the way through.
Ride together. Push together. Finish proud, together.

June 21, 2026

1 month to race day.

One month until the early alarm, the cool morning air, the buzz at the Millarville Race Track, and that feeling in your chest when the whole day is still waiting ahead of you. On June 21, 2026, the Chinook Classic Gran Fondo rolls into Alberta’s stunning foothills for a day of quiet roads, big skies, mountain views, and the kind of challenge that stays with you long after the finish.

Whether you are taking on the 60km Buckaroo Fondo, 110km Wrangler Fondo, or 150km Full Bronco Fondo, this is the time to lock in, build momentum, and get excited for what is coming.

Register now, and comment which distance you are riding.