Lost Elephant Ultra Race
2279 Cranbrook St N V1C 3T3 Cranbrook, BC, Canada

This photo was stolen from @mtnkvg We’re pretty sure that the tutu ladies may have had the most fun. . #bikepackher #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

‘twas a wonderful time, oh yeah, and quite tough too, but wonderful. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Hello all Elephanters. There have been all sorts of questions being asked as to whether or not the Lost Elephant will be running this year. The short answer is yes. The long answer is be smart. If there are still non-essential travel bans in place in late July, it may be more of a locals only ride, but we are hoping that wont be the case. When out on the route, give each other their space, be friendly of course chat it up of course, but be respectful of each others space. M...aybe save some space in one of your bags for some actual soap (not just sanitizer) and dont lick anyones grips. Of course the route will always be there, so if you arent wanting to take part in the grand depart just hit the trail at whatever time suits you. We always like to know when someone is on the route so that we can cheer them on, so let us know. We still have sign-ups coming in, and we have had a couple people drop-out. So please check the start list at https://lostelephant.ca/start-list.html to make sure that you are there or have been removed. Looking forward to July 25

Ah memories. stolen from @thefourseasonfamily . If you are smart, you will follow this wonderful family to see how great cycling with little ones can be.

Ahhh the memories. @kobezsnapz . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

This photo was stolen from @mtnkvg Were pretty sure that the tutu ladies may have had the most fun. . #bikepackher #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

These two are a blast. All smiles, and sometimes some singing from a Harry. Congratulations @moenadeau for being the first female to tame the Jumbo. In 2 days, 14 hours and 28 minutes. Yikes. . #lostelephantultra #bikepackcanada #bikepacking

twas a wonderful time, oh yeah, and quite tough too, but wonderful. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Your 2020 Jumbo champ Justin Hettinga. With a staggering time on the new double dumbo Jumbo route of 2 days 4 hours and 39 minutes. Wowzers. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

The hits keep on coming, and this is a banger. Thanks @highcountrysports for this haul of a really great gems. . Tonight is the night of the info session/meet and greet/prize giveaways. Idlewild Park (near the playground) at 7pm. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE respect the physical distancing guidelines set by the province, wash your hands, etc. There has been an uptick in cases and we dont want to be a part of that. We are super excited to see you all. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Big thanks to @maxsplace for these wonders. You may need to toss out a few stale Clif bars to make room for one of these goodies. . Tonight is the night of the info session/meet and greet/prize giveaways. Idlewild Park (near the playground) at 7pm. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE respect the physical distancing guidelines set by the province, wash your hands, etc. There has been an uptick in cases and we dont want to be a part of that. We are super excited to see you all. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Tonight is the night of the info session/meet and greet/prize giveaways. Idlewild Park (near the playground) at 7pm. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE respect the physical distancing guidelines set by the province, wash your hands, etc. There has been an uptick in cases and we dont want to be a part of that. We are super excited to see you all. Thanks @purcelloutdoors for these top notch prizes. #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

PATCHES FOR EVERYONE. Thanks @bikepackersfoundry . #lostelephantultra #bikepackcanada #bikepacking

Saturday is coming. . #lostelephantultra #bikepacking #bikepackcanada

If you didnt get it, DM us on Facebook or Insta with your preferred email address and we will get you informed. . #lostelephantultra #bikepacking #bikepackcanada

More prizes. The amazing Lisa from @maxsplace has generously stepped up with some stellar prizes now too. Be at the pre-race shindig (time and location in your inbox this afternoon) to get your grubby mitts on some sticky buns. . #lostelephantultra #bikepacking #bikepackcanada

The support is pouring in. This time from the fine establishment known as Purcell Outdoors. We really are in good hands in this neck of the woods with supportive retailers like this. @purcelloutdoors . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #lostelephantultra

They arrived. These will be handed out at the pre-ride gathering (Friday night time and location coming in an email tomorrow) or at the start line. They are as close to a as you are going to get. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Local dude and guy with the best bike packing story youll hear in a long time Matt Majewski @matt.majewski is the first to knock of the Dumbo route in 2020. Nice work sir. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Elephant riding. You too could have this much fun next weekend. . #lostelephantultra #bikepacking #bikepackcanada

A big thanks to the folks at @bootlegbikeco.ltd They have set us up with some goodies to give to you wonderful riders. We are working out the details for a Friday evening gathering and will get the news out soon. If you are in the Kimberski area, make sure to buy something delightful for your sweet little bike at this fine establishment. . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #lostelephantultra

Get registered. It costs $20 (in USD style bucks) but is oh so worth it. https://form.jotform.com/trackleaders/lostelephantitt20 #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

A big thanks to @highcountrysports for the way they believe in us. If you forgot to pack your dingle or want a lighter weight dongle, they can help you out. Water filters, dry bags, nutrition, lights, gps units, camping do-dads or the ever important inflatable pillow. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra #explorecranbrook

IMPORTANT UPDATE: We are changing the start time to 6:00am (mountain time). This is to help as many riders as possible get to Yahk (154km) before the all important ice cream shop @twoscoopsteveinyahk closes. Please spread the word far and wide. . #lostelephantultra #bikepackcanada #bikepacking

@yepyepnotnope and @epicrosse sat down with the wonderful @steveoevets for the equally wonderful #myback40podcast. If you want to listen, look up My Back 40 on whatever podcast service you use. . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #lostelephantultra

Cute. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Took the ol steed for a little walk and bit of a ride today. This is the top of the climb that starts at 237km on both routes. . #lostelephantultra #bikepackcanada #bikepacking

This is why we do this. Photo stole. From Frank Fodor. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Extremely happy its over -Frank Fodor . Another glowing review of the Jumbo. . See you all on July 25. ... . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #lostelephantultra See more

Frank Fodor, Dave Muffly and Keith Muffly just did the northern section of the 2020 Jumbo (240km). Sounds like they had some bugs and weather. This image is nice though. #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra

Image blatantly stolen from @steveoevets. Keep your eyes/ears peeled for an upcoming episode of #myback40podcast where @epicrosse and @yepyepnotnope discuss many things Elephant and many things nonsense. #lostelephantultra #bikepacking #bikepackcanada

Got out for a ride this weekend that touched on the southern most section of this years Elephant (both Jumbo and Dumbo). Yep, its still there.

The Jumbo route has had a minor change, so please make sure to download the new version. We think the routes are all good to go now. Really getting jazzed for July 25. https://lostelephant.ca/routes.html

Scouting for the future? With @yepyepnotnope @epicrosse and the wonderful Ryan Hamilton.

This is the last haul into Cranbrook if you are tackling the Jumbo. Were sure youll feel this peppy at that point too.

Who lost one if these on the Dumbo route? @smercandelli thinks it may belong to @iangrantjones . #lostelephantultra

Thus is what part of the route looks like at 9pm. . #bikepackcanada #bikepacking #lostelephantultra #explorebc

Got a little restock of stickers. If you have ever attempted a Lost Elephant (or Kootenay Gravel Grinder) and dont have one, send us a message. It doesnt matter if you finished or not, most people didnt. If you attempted it, you get a sticker.

#lostelephantultra

Not the Dumbo, not the Jumbo. But a bike at rest. . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #lostelephantultra #myback40podcast #explorebc

Morning update: The Dumbo route still exists, and it is still wonderful. . #bikepacking #bikepackcanada #myback40podcast #lostelephantultra #explorebc