Enduro

• Race course support
• Complimentary parking 
• (1) Complimentary 4-day Festival Pass (if you sign up for multiple events, you will still only receive 1 wristband for the weekend)
• Complimentary post-ride showers 
• Secure bag drop
• Secure bike valet 
• Post-race lunch and complimentary Sierra Nevada beer at the Casa Amigos Rider Lounge. Your lunch must be redeemed on the same day of your race/ride.
• Virtual Athlete Goodie Bag: special offers and discounts from our Sea Otter Classic partners  

Medals awarded to the top three finishers in each category.

All athletes receive a complimentary post-race or ride meal at the Casa Amigos Rider Lounge.

You will receive a physical ticket at packet pick-up.

Meal tickets are valid for the same day as your race or ride.

Join Race Director, Jeff Frost, for these live course talks as he previews each race and ride, with plenty of time for questions. 

Monday, February 2 @ 5:30pm PST |  Gravel, Criterium, Circuit Race – Course discussions, and Q&A

Thursday, February 19 @ 5:30pm PST | Fuego XL, XC, Short & eMTB Race – Routes discussion and Q&A

Monday, March 2 @ 5:30pm PST | Gravity Events: Downhill, Dual Slalom and Enduro – Course discussions, and Q&A

Monday, March 16 @ 5:30pm PST | Run, Gran Fondos & Recreational Rides Rides: Carmelo, Pacifico, Off-Road Tour – Course discussions, and Q&A

Learn more and sign up here.

Start lists will be posted prior to race day.

Have Questions? Contact: seaotter@ltevents.zendesk.com

Enduro Stage 1 (Downhill Course)

Enduro Stage 2 (Dual Slalom Course)

Packet pick-up and registration is located at the Hospitality Pavilion. Please see the Festival Map here.

• Wednesday noon to 6 p.m.
• Thursday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Pre-registered athlete packet pick-up only. No Registrations.)

Riders that have already registered online can pick-up their packets the same day as their race

Awards go 3 deep in the below categories:

If you would like to switch categories, please email seaotter@ltevents.zendesk.com with any inquiries. 

Age-graded: E-bike with a Class 1 Label (and as follows)

• Pedal-assisted e-Bikes must have Class 1 label
• Only a single battery allowed (no spares) and battery range extenders are prohibited.
• A pedal assist bicycle only. No pedaling, no power assist.
• Top speed with power assist is 20 mph and power assist stops if speed is above 20 mph
• Maximum 750w output, no throttle allowed
• Aftermarket e-Bike kits /modifications are prohibited.

Open: E-bike with a Class 1 Label (and as follows):

• Only pedal-assisted E-bikes with motors from the following verified manufacturers are allowed:  
  • Bosch
  • Bafang
  • Brose
  • Shimano
  • Yamaha
  • Fazua
  • Aventon Ramblas
  • TQ Motors

• *Manufacturers of other brands that can demonstrate compliance with these principles can petition for start recognition by 
• submit information to Frosty@seaotterclassic.com prior to event day.
• Equipment present in the inspection corral may be tested and possibly ridden to verify equipment
• A pedal-assist bicycle only. No pedaling, no power assist.
• Top speed with power assist is 20 mph and power assist stops if speed is above 20 mph
• Maximum 750w output, no throttle allowed
• Aftermarket e-Bike kits /modifications are prohibited.

​Race staff will complete equipment inspections post-race to the top three in the Category, and random pre-race equipment inspections for all race categories.

Let’s make it official with your custom winner’s jersey, returning in 2026 for winners in each category.

Winners will select from three styles and sizes for women and men.

No Refunds
All fees are non-refundable and registrations are not transferable.

Deferral
Receive a guaranteed spot into the following year’s race. Athlete will pay 50% of the entry fee and complete a new registration for the following year’s race. Original entry fees will not be refunded.

Important Notables
Deferrals are only valid for the following year in the same event, space permitting.

Active duty and military personnel deployed or recalled may be refunded or deferred at no cost with proof of orders.

Pregnant Women and Postpartum mothers may be refunded or deferred at no cost with an authorized medical note.

Deferral and Transfer redemption deadlines apply.
No refunds or changes permitted on transactions over 365 days.
No refunds on add-on items, merchandise or donations; all purchases are final.

Life Time reserves the right, in its sole and complete discretion, to deny entry, to revoke the entry application of any applicant at any time, and/or to disqualify any individual from the Event. Those who violate our registration/racing policy may be disqualified and potentially banned from participating in this and/or any other Life Time Event.

Contact seaotter@ltevents.zendesk.com for information. 

All Sea Otter participants will be required to submit a release waiver and assumption of risk form. Save time in line by completing them in advance. All Sea Otter participants are required to wear an approved helmet- no exceptions. USA Cycling Helmet Policy

Race Age. Your age on your race day will determine your race category.

The Fort Ord National Monument is open to visitors during Sea Otter. Riders need to adhere to trail rules and passing speed limits when passing a rider going in the opposite direction.  Passing speed limits during the tours (5 mph on single-track and 10 mph on roads) will be enforced.

Learn more here