Insurance
Individual riders are NOT covered by KCIBR insurance for personal injury or liability during the race. KCIBR strongly recommends that all riders ensure that they have sufficient medical, emergency and liability insurance. Yukon residents - please note that standard Yukon medical insurance does not cover the actual cost of any care needed in the US. Some may have extended plans that do, but it is the rider's responsibility to ensure this.
Fuel
There is no fuel available from Kathleen Lake, 20 km/12.5 miles south of Haines Junction, until 33 Mile Roadhouse in the US.
Pets
- Dogs must be leashed at checkpoints.
- Dogs must be leashed in any U.S., Canadian, National, Territorial or State Campground
- Pets must have Rabies certificates to cross the border.
- Dogs are not permitted at the race finish or the BBQ area.
- Poop and scoop regulations apply in Haines.
- No dog food is allowed to cross the border.
Bears
The bike relay course is through some of the most beautiful wilderness in southern Yukon, northern BC as well as the world famous Chilkat Eagle Preserve in Alaska. This wilderness is home to many animals including grizzly bears. In most years grizzly's can be seen feeding on the vegetation along the roadsides, which is snow -free earlier. The route is patrolled prior to the race for bear signs and any sightings are passed on at the Captain's meeting on Fri. night or in the pre-race instructions at the start on Saturday.
Bears on the Roadside
These bears are generally feeding but may cross the road at any time. Riders who spot bears are encouraged to wait until a vehicle can accompany them past the bear, keeping the vehicle between the bike and bear.
Bears Around Checkpoints
Occasionally bears have been spotted near checkpoints. There are RCMP officers and wildlife officers patrolling the route and the radio club is able to contact these people should bears be seen in the area. Please inform the Checkpoint Marshall if you see a bear.
