Enduro
Thursday, April 16, 2026: Stages 1 & 2
Friday, April 17, 2026: Stages 3 & 4
We’re adding some spice to the 2026 version of one our most popular events…the Enduro. The vibe at this perennially popular event is so infectious that we had to spread it out to TWO days this year. Now spanning Thursday and Friday, Stages 1 & 2 will take place at Laguna Seca (on the SOC Downhill and Dual Slalom courses), while Stages 3 & 4 will get a brand new venue, 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.
And if that weren’t enough, there’ll be some electricity in the air this year as we add 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!
Important Note: Participants must ride from Laguna Seca to Toro Park for Stages 3 & 4.
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 – Toro Park Stages 3 & 4
(Friday, April 17)
All Enduro athletes must ride the designated transition route to Toro Park for Stages 3 and 4 (Friday, April 17) — no driving or shuttles allowed.
The transition to Toro Park will begin Friday at 7:00 a.m. near the Dual Slalom area 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.
2026 general registration is now open with Early Bird Pricing through December 1, 2025. Register here!
Onsite registration at the event starts on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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.
Enduro Pricing
| Early Bird Pricing: through December 1, 2025 | December 2, 2025 - February 17, 2026 | February 18, 2026 - March 31, 2026 | After April 1, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| $150 | $160 | $180 | $205 |
- 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.
Learn more and sign up HERE.
TBD: Fuego XL/XC and Fuego SHORT – Course discussions, and Q & A
TBD: Carmelo/Pacifico/Robles/Family Off-Road Tour – Routes discussion and Q & A
TBD: Gravity Events: Downhill, Dual Slalom and Enduro – Course discussions, and Q & A
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)
Enduro Stage 3
Course maps for Sea Otter 2026 will go live on March 1st, 2026!
Enduro Stage 4
Course maps for Sea Otter 2026 will go live on March 1st, 2026!
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
Email seaotter@ltevents.zendesk.com with any inquiries.
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
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 |