Challenges Series

While being a confident, skilled rider is important, there’s a lot more behind having real GRIT. It’s remaining a calm when calm matter most. And when you’re in the backcountry, challenges come in all forms. From getting your group up a rocky hill climb of loose baby heads, staying calm while making a splint for an injury, problem solving a major oil leak, or having the ability to figure out which way is out from deep in the woods. It all matters.

Sure, we all have our strengths, and if you plan you group right, each of you will carry a needed skill. But we want to know who has the Ultimate GRIT. Who out there is the all-in-one, and the friend EVERYBODY wants on their ride.

This challenge Event will be broken up into 4 categories, and participants can compete just one or all four for the ultimate win.  

Challenge 1: Competition Skills. The test of skill, finesse, and focus, pushing both rider and machine to their limits. Designed by riders, for riders, this course blends real-world adventure scenarios with precision challenges and technical obstacles, creating the premier ADV proving ground. Overcoming obstacles, staying focused, problem-solving on the fly, and persevering through every challenge are what define a true adventure rider. Open to all ADV riders, from seasoned experts to weekend warriors looking to elevate their game, this Ultimate GRIT Challenge fosters determination, camaraderie, and community in an environment built for pushing limits and refining skills.

Challenge 2: Trailside Repair. Are the go-to person when there’s a mechanical issue in the backcountry? This portion of the Competition Series tests your calmness and creativity for fixes with limited resources and tools. You’ll be scored on knowledge and creativity.

Challenge 3:  First Aid. With mock medical scenarios that may in fact happen while riding in the backcountry, participants in this portion of the Series will tested on their responses and quick action. Whoever gets their team of injured riders out the fastest scores the highest points.

Challenge 4: Survival & Navigation. This challenge tests a rider’s ability to navigate in remote terrain and handle survival situations if stranded. Competitors must complete navigation tasks, build essential survival resources, and demonstrate effective emergency response skills.

• Ultimate GRIT Challenge Series will be in October 2025
• Prep courses for each Challenge available throughout the summer
• Make sure to sign up for the Competition Skill course in June! (registration link below)
• Stay tuned for dates of the First Aid, Navigation, and Trailside repair clinics!