After 2 years of hosting the Canadian XCM Championships, the Shuniah Forty Miner returns for 2026!!! While a few things will be scaled back a bit this year, we are excited that a few things are being carried over to the Forty Miner. There will now be a 60km race distance, and thanks to some generous sponsors, that race will have a $2500.00 prize purse split equally between the male and female podiums.
1st – $650.00, 2nd – $400.00, 3rd – $200.00
Friday will see the little rippers of the future race in the mini miner 5km.
Saturday has 4 course distances for you to choose from including 13km, 20km, 40km and 60km.
Whether you are looking to race for a podium or challenge yourself to ride your biggest ride of the year, we really hope you’ll join us for what promises to be another amazing event. All the important information that you need is below
(Deadline to receive a free t-shirt is August 24th)
WE ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS: Please consider signing up for a couple of shift to help make this event a success.
Course Maps:
5km Mini Miner: https://www.trailforks.com/route/2026-shuniah-forty-miner-xcm-mini-miner-5km/
13km: https://www.trailforks.com/route/2026-shuniah-forty-miner-xcm-13km/
20km/40km/60km: https://www.trailforks.com/route/2026-shuniah-forty-miner-xcm-20-40-60km/
Festival Location: Kinsmen Park
Camping:
Available to book as part of your registration!!
Campground Map: Trowbridge Falls Campground Map
Schedule:
Friday, September 11th, 2026
5:00pm Festival Grounds Open
5:00pm – 7:00pm Race Kit Pickup
6:15pm – 6:45pm Opening Ceremonies and Mandatory Pre Race Meeting
6:15pm – 6:45pm Marshall Meeting
7:00pm – 7:45pm – Mini Miner 5km Race
8:00pm Mini Miner Awards and Draw Prizes
9:00pm – Festival Grounds Closed for the Evening
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
9:00am – 10:45am Race Office Open
10:00am – 60km Start
10:10am – 40km Start
10:20am – 20km Start
10:40am – 13km Start
11:00am – Food Vendors and Beer Gardens Open
12:30pm – 13km & 20km Awards and Draw Prizes
3:30pm – 40km & 60km Awards and Draw Prizes
4:00pm – Course Officially Closed
6:00pm – Festival Grounds Close
