Enduro
Thursday, April 15, 2027
In 2027, the Sea Otter Classic Enduro is returning to its classic one day format, with a twist.
Stage 1 will take place at Laguna Seca (on the Downhill course), while Stages 2 – 4 will be at Toro Park. Located just five miles from Laguna Seca, Toro Park will offer riders steep descents, flowing trails, techy sections, and just enough loose dirt to keep things, shall we say…interesting.
Plus, there’s some electricity in the air this year as we’re bringing back e-bike categories to the Enduro. Available for Men and Women in the Open and Sport category, the e-bike categories promise to be some of the most energized events of the weekend!
And new for 2027: Gromduro – a new event for young Enduro racers, including a U10 category.
Important Note: Participants must ride from Laguna Seca to Toro Park for Stages 2-4. Please read instructions below.
Limited parking will be available for spectators at Toro Park. We recommend parking best option will be to park at Laguna Seca and use Fort Ord’s ample network of trails and fire roads to get back and forth most expeditiously.
Enduro Athlete Instructions – Transition to Toro Park for Stages 2-4
All Enduro athletes must ride the designated transition route to Toro Park for Stages 2-4 — no driving or shuttles allowed.
The transition to Toro Park will begin at the Sea Otter Classic Bridge at Laguna Seca.
- All riders must follow the marked transition route and check in at a mandatory checkpoint along the way.
- The checkpoint location will not be shared in advance but will be clearly marked on race day.
- Riders who do not pass through the checkpoint will be disqualified.
This rule ensures athlete safety, fair competition, and limited impact on parking at Toro Park.
Route details will be shared prior to race day.
Registration for 2027 will open on October 6, 2026.
Onsite registration at the event starts on Wednesday, April 14, 2027 at noon. Event registration closes at 6:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled event. If you have pre-registered, you can pick up your event number on event day – up to 60 minutes prior to event start time. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Registered athletes must pick up your race number in person (must have current, valid PHOTO ID). Pick up your race packet, complimentary 4-day Festival Pass, and purchase event merchandise at Athlete Registration.
2027 pricing coming soon!
Enduro Stage 1 Course Inspection and Practice
- 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
- Stage 1 is located at Laguna Seca on the Sea Otter Downhill Course
Enduro Race (Stages 1 – 4)
- 9:00 a.m.: Starts at Laguna Seca
GROMDURO – TORO PARK ONLY
- Start time coming soon!
- 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.
2027 Course Talk dates coming soon!
Learn more here.
Course maps will be released in mid-October.
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:
| Men’s Enduro Categories |
| Pro Men |
| Jr Pro Men U21 |
| Master Pro Men 40+ |
| Expert Boys U18 |
| Expert Men 19-29 |
| Expert Men 30-39 |
| Expert Men 40-49 |
| Expert Men 50+ |
| Expert Men 60+ |
| Sport Boys 12-15 |
| Sport Boys 16-17 |
| Sport Men 18-29 |
| Sport Men 30-39 |
| Sport Men 40-49 |
| Sport Men 50+ |
| Beginner Men |
| Para Male |
| Men’s eDuro Categories |
| Open eMTB Men |
| Sport eMTB Men |
| Women’s Enduro Categories |
| Pro Women |
| Master Pro Women 35+ |
| Expert Women |
| Expert Women 35+ |
| Sport Women |
| Sport Women 35+ |
| Beginner Women |
| Para Female |
| Women’s eDuro Categories |
| Open eMTB Women |
| Sport eMTB Women |
| Non-Binary |
| Men’s Enduro Lite Categories |
| Junior Men 13-18 |
| Open Men 19 – 49 |
| Master Men 50+ |
| Women’s Enduro Lite Categories |
| Junior Women 13-18 |
| Open Women 19 – 49 |
| Master Women 50+ |
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!
We’ll release the 2027 winner’s jersey soon.
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.
Prize Purse
| Enduro Prize Purse | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Men | $500 | $400 | $300 |
| Elite Women | $500 | $400 | $300 |