Wheels Guru Presents

adventure skills challenge 2025

Saturday, October 4, 2025 — Squamish, BC

This is not a training — it’s a challenge

Think you can handle your ADV bike when precision matters most?

The Wheels Guru Adventure Skills Challenge is your chance to prove it. Inspired by the GS Trophy Qualifiers, this one-day event is designed for riders of large adventure and dual-sport motorcycles who want to test their skill level in a safe, competitive setting.

Why this challenge matters?

The truth is: the bike and gear can only take you so far.

What makes the biggest difference is your control, balance, and precision when the terrain gets tricky.

That’s why the Adventure Skills Challenge exists. It gives riders a safe, structured way to:

  • Find out how skilled they really are.

  • Compete head-to-head with other ADV riders.

  • Build confidence for real-world adventure riding

This event is about testing yourself. At the end of the day, the only thing between you and the ride ahead isn’t the machine — it’s your skills.

What to expect?

A full day of challenges focused on slow-speed precision and control:

Scoring System

  • 1 point = Dab (foot down)

  • 2 points = Border touch

  • 3 points = Drop

  • 10 points = Did Not Finish (DNF)

  • Disqualification = Misconduct

Final standings = mistakes + time from the slow race.

Who Can Enter

  • Riders with a valid motorcycle license

  • Own an adventure or dual-sport motorcycle

  • Wear full protective gear (helmet, gloves, boots, armor, jacket/pants)

  • Prior registration

FAQs

  • No. If you’re comfortable riding your ADV/dual-sport motorcycle, you can join.

  • An adventure or dual-sport motorcycle (single or multi-cylinder).

  • Helmet, gloves, boots covering the ankle, body armor, and full protective gear.

  • If it’s a non-crash technical issue, you may repeat the stage at the end.

  • Yes, spectators are welcome!

  • No. This is not a training session — it’s a skills challenge. Riders compete in structured exercises designed to test balance, control, and precision.

  • Training is about learning and improving. The WheelsGuru Adventure Skills Challenge is about measuring your current skill level against obstacles and other riders, in a competition-style format.

  • No. While this event is similar to GS Trophy qualifiers, it is open to all adventure and dual-sport motorcycle brands(BMW, KTM, Ducati, Triumph, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Royal Enfield, etc.).

  • Yes — as long as you are comfortable riding your adventure motorcycle and have the required gear. The event is designed to test riders of all skill levels, from newer ADV riders to seasoned off-road enthusiasts.

  • The 2025 Adventure Skills Challenge will be held in Squamish, British Columbia, a prime location for adventure motorcycling in Canada.

  • Yes. Food, drinks, and chill zones are included in your registration. Facilities will be available at the venue.

  • Yes. Top performers will receive prizes and all riders get a certificate of participation, plus professional photos and videos from the day.

  • We are only accepting 50 riders. Once spots are filled, you can join the waitlist and be notified if a space opens.

  • The event will run rain or shine. Riding in variable conditions is part of the challenge.

  • Knobby tires are recommended for better grip, but not mandatory. Any adventure or dual-sport motorcycle with suitable tires can enter.

  • Of Course, you can bring a pillion but you can only participate solo. All challenges are designed for solo riders only.

  • Not exactly. It’s not about speed, but precision. You’ll be scored on mistakes and time in the slow race section only.

  • Registration is non-refundable, but if you can’t attend, you can transfer your spot to another rider by contacting us in advance.

  • Yes. Riders must have valid insurance for their motorcycle. Proof may be required at check-in.

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