Dacre

Dacre Overland Rally

Date: July 10 - 14/ 2024

The EVENT
NEW FOR 2024 Rally Connex has upgraded the Dacre to a 5-day event. The Dacre Rally is a GPS-guided event that runs up to 750km in a 21-hour time frame with a Prologue starting position event and vehicle Show and Shine. With multiple classes to choose from, Gold, Silver, Bronze & Iron. Each class represents the difficulty based on mileage and terrain covered. Neither speed nor time is factored into the results of the GPS-guided 21-hour portion of the event. Racing is not what this event is all about. It's simply completing the prescribed route in its entirety with the best accuracy possible. However, the Prologue is held on a closed course and will be timed to determine your starting position for the 21-hour challenge the following day. Complete this event and be among the few esteemed riders to hold that accomplishment. Do you have what it takes to survive the "Longest Day"

This event is a "Challenge Concept Event". Open to On-road and off-road plated and insured motorcycles. This includes Enduro, Dual Sport & Adventure Motorcycles. (See class and bike qualifications below) This is not a day tour, it's all about personal and bike preparation, machine reliability, self-sufficiency, teamwork, planning and navigation. It is considered a level 5 out of 5 on our difficulty scale. Be aware that you will be relying on your support team and yourself to take care of any problems that may arise. Rally Connex will only be assisting in extreme emergencies. You are responsible for providing your own logistics if you leave the event for any reason. The entire route will be overseen by our crew via checkpoints, sweepers and GPS Tracking.

The start and finish of the event will take place at the same location. Team support vehicles can have a home base to dispatch out of if required. Yamaha Canada SXS Demo rides hosted on the Friday and a Kids Ride on the Thursday Show & Shine event. For full details please continue reading below.

 

SELECT YOUR CATAGORY BELOW TO READ CLASSIFICATION DETAILS!

 

Gold Class Single or Team: 2 to 5 members VERY HARD

Silver Class Single or Team: 2 to 5 members MED to HARD

Bronze Class Single or Team: 2 to 5 members MED to EASY

Iron Class Single or Team: 2 to 5 members EASY

 

GOLD CLASS INFO (Click here to return to the Classification list)

(Hard to Expert Terrain.)

This Class is open to both Enduro/Dual Sport type bikes and Adventure

Bikes, On-road or Off-road Plated Motorcycles welcome.

Please read ALL of the following information before submitting online entry form!

RIDERS
It is stressed that this is a very long-distance ride and a VERY difficult Challenge. Both mental and physical health conditions are essential. Riders must be respectful of the long distance involved and must be prepared to ride safely and steadily. From Hard Enduro to AVD type terrain will be mandatory to ride in this class, which will include but not limited to: Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. Maintain body fluid intake and calories. Have sufficient clothing for expected weather.


MACHINE
On-Road or Off-Road plated and insured, Enduro, Dualsport or Adventure motorcycles in excellent working condition.

Three separate classes for Gold.

- Enduro/Dualsport Gold Class
- Adventure Gold Class single-cylinder engine.
- Adventure Gold Class dual-cylinder engine.

Gold Enduro/Dualsport routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 200cc trail machines to 649cc machines with a minimum fuel mileage of 150km (93 Miles). Machines at the extreme ends of the scale will be at some disadvantage in this class depending on the skill of the rider.

Gold Adventure Class routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 650cc to 1290cc machines or greater.

All routes excluding Adventure Bike classes will pass gas stations or support fuel stops at approximately 150km intervals or less.

At the time of online registration be sure to pick the appropriate category!

SINGLE ENTRY CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINE AND RULES
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that you carry a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit) Single riders must follow the listed requirements below.

TEAM CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES AND RULES:
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently with your totals added up between your teammates. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that at least 1 member of your team carries a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit)
All competitors within teams must follow the listed requirements below. You must finish the event with your entire team. Teams can be a minimum of 2 riders to a maximum of 5.

EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE:
- Appropriate driver's license.
- Proof of applicable insurance.
- GARMIN GPS, spare batteries etc. (every TEAM "MUST HAVE" a GARMIN GPS for every machine)
- Small solar survival blanket.
"Power bars", drinks.
- Sufficient tools appropriate to your particular machine.
- The means of repairing a flat tire.
- Firestarter and Matches or lighter.
- LED SOS light.
- Small First aid kit.
- Ontario Paper map – not provided (backup)
- Route description sheets (provided at the start)
- Cell phones (cell number MUST be provided to Rally Connex during the online registration)
(go to tech inspection as a team)

BIKE TECH INSPECTION WILL INCLUDE:

THIS LIST INCLUDES ALL MOTORCYCLES ENTERING THE EVENT.
- Competition Decal Mounted to the FRONT Number plate
- Bright Headlight suitable for night riding
- Tail Light
- Sound Test -94dB Must be less than NO EXCEPTIONS!
- License Valid
- Insurance Valid
- Ownership
- Trail Pass (Purchased at Online Registration)
- Proper GPS Mounting on machine

Failure of any of the Tech Inspection items will

remove you from the event,

no exceptions

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS.
- Brake light functions
- Horn functions
- Front Brake OK
- Rear Brake OK
- Bike starts easily
- Bike shuts off easily
- Spokes OK
- Tire tread OK
- Tire Pressure OK
- Chain / Tension OK
- Wheel Bearings OK
- Mirror

GPS & RENTALS

To see the list of GPS's Rally Connex approves at our events please the the GPS Regulations Page. GPS rentals are available while quantities last. Cost per day rental starts at $25.00 to $55.00 plus a $100 cash damage/loss deposit upon time of pick up. The deposit will be refunded once the GPS has been returned and without damage. 1 set of AA batteries will be included and basic mounting hardware.. The deposit must be made in CASH.

 

CAMPING ON SITE
Camping is included in your entry fee. The camping location is at the starting line. There is no Water, Hydro or sewage hookup. Quite generators only. Take out what you bring in! Portable toilets will be on site. We can accommodate any size setup. You can access the camping area anytime after Wednesday at 10am. You must check out no later than 5pm on the Sunday of the event. The camping location is 3km west on Highway 28 from the event registration location. Google Maps link will be provided closer to the event date.

 

SUPPORT CREW
A Support Crew Member is a person that helps you throughout the event. Much like a personal assistant. They may not ride with you or be a passenger. They can rendezvous with you at prescribed checkpoints or any point along the course they see fit to intercept you for support. Support crews can virtually help with anything you may need. fuel, food, water, dry clothing, parts, medical, moral support, etc... Support crew members have their own registration process they must complete. Entry for support crew per person is $40.00 This includes camping for 1 crew member. Each additional crew member pays $10 each for camping. There will be a "meal deal" that can be purchased during online registration so that they can partake in all the same meals that the competitors have.  Vehicle support crews will be provided 1 week in advance with a gpx file. This file will cover multiple waypoints to navigate throughout the course using paved and gravel roads to each of the pit stop locations.  Recommended timelines will be provided.  This is a challenging rally for the support groups as well. Support teams will have to use their navigation skills to locate their riders throughout the day if they can not make it to the provided pit stop locations. Your safety is their #1 concern.

THE MAIN CHALLENGE SCORING
Teams and single riders will have their GPS tracks analyzed at the end of the ride. The more accurately you complete the prescribed route the more points you are rewarded to your overall score. You must complete the entire event in order to be scored. Riders/teams that don't complete the event or time out at the safety checks, will not be scored. NO Speeding on the public road portions (penalty ranging from point deductions to full disqualification) Teams must finish within their rider mandate. In other words, your entire team must start and finish the event as prescribed.

All single riders & teams must stop at all checkpoints. If you don't reach all checkpoints you will DNF the event. (DNF= Did Not Finish) All checkpoints are on the routes provided.  The checkpoints are shown on the route, about half of them are at the gas stops, which are also identified on the routes.  

THE PROLOGUE
The Plolouge is a closed course where you will be timed. Your time will reflect on what starting position you are assigned for the Saturday morning starting line. Riders are let go one by one every 60 seconds. The course will be technical and fast at times. Run the course at your own pace and be safe about it. However, faster times will result in a better starting position. It is mandatory to compete in the Prologue. If you don't compete in the prologue, you will be docked for 2 hours of time allowed to run the challenge on Saturday and be stuck at the back of the starting line. You will be placed at the back of the line by Rally Connex's discretion. The Prologue is open to the public for veiwing so invite your friends and familuy to enjoy the show! Yamaha Canada will be on location from 10am to 5pm hosting Yamaha SXS Demo rides. You and Yamaha Canada will head out a on a closed-course sepatate from the prologue track with all the new Yamaha SXS. Demo ride bookings will take place on the Friday night at the Show and shine.

THE SHOW & SHINE
The Show & Shine event happens on the Thursday night of the event. Held at the same location as the rider's meetings at the Mayo Community Centre parting lot. This is where you get to show your team spirit and the killer graphics on your machine. All competitor are expected to attend the riders meetings so why don't you bring your ATV, SXS or Motorcycle to the 1st annual Dacre Show & Shine and show off your ride! The event is open to the public. Yamaha SXS Kids rides will be avaible for free. Kids can bring their own helmets and Yamaha Canada will take them as passengers on a closed-course ride in a new Yamaha SXS. Demo rides for adults will be available on the Friday at the Prologue. Multiple awards will be handed out at the rider's meetings for best in show, coolest mods, and The Dacre team spirit award where you take advantage of the Dacre Download media section and outfit your ride with our event graphics and logos.

 

GPS SEMINAR
On the Wednesday evening of the event. Rally Connex will be hosting a GPS seminar to help competitors and their support crew members better understand the workings of their GPS safely and efficiently navigate the event. We will also supply competitors on Wednesday & Thursday of the event a GPS Driving Course that will be loaded on your GPS to drive around with for testing purposes.
Note: Drivers may not drive anywhere else off-road besides the prescribed GPS testing Route. If so you will be disqualified from the event.

 

SAFETY & EMERGENCIES
It is absolutely essential to observe all highway safety codes and regulations as public roads are used.
To participate in this event.

EACH COMPETITOR HAS TO MANAGE THEIR OWN EMERGENCIES OR BREAKDOWNS. (Leave no rider alone or behind!).

A riders map will be provided containing emergency contact phone numbers, hospitals, support vehicle locations etc.  Teams suffering a terminating bike mechanical failure, rider injury or running extremely late are required to inform the ride "help line" the phone numbers will be provided on the "Riders Card". There is an absolute requirement to know the whereabouts of any entrant. If necessary, call 911 and request police, fire, ambulance etc.
Due to the long overall distance, riders/teams will be required to maintain a reasonable average speed without breaking any Ontario Highway traffic acts. This requirement is for basic safety as long sections of the later part of this ride may need to be ridden in the dark.


ROUTE SWEEPING
Rally Connex will provide sweep riders for the main designated route only! If you leave the course you are on your own! Teams will and must be responsible for other team members. Every rider MUST be accounted for!

 

 

MEAL PLAN FOR PURCHASE
Meal Plans are available for purchase during your online registration process. Purchasing this will help make your Dacre experience an easier one. There are 2 different plans to choose from. 5 servings meal plan or an 8 servings meal plan. Catering is done by Hidden Valley Catering

Note: There are no meals available for purchase on the Wednesday of the event. Must purchase your meal plan before June 25th, 2024. After that, you will not be able to purchase a meal plan. No exceptions!

5 Servings meal Includes:

Friday Dinner:
-Lasagna, Caesar salad, Fresh rolls, Apple cake with caramel sauce, Cold drinks

Saturday Breakfast:
-Boiled eggs, Fresh fruit, Muffins and pastries, Yogurt, Coffee, tea and juice

Saturday Lunch:
-Sandwich, Veggie and dip, Bag of chips, Cookie, Water

Saturday Dinner:
-BBQ chicken, Scallop potatoes, Sweet glazed carrots, Pasta salad
-Fresh rolls, Black forest cheesecake

Sunday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage \, French toast casserole with maple
syrup, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, tea and juice

$100 plus Tax.


8 Servings meal Includes:

Thursday Dinner:
-Pulled pork on a bun, Roasted Potatoes, Baked Beans, Creamy coleslaw, Strawberry shortcake, Cold drinks

Friday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage, Muffins and pastries, Fresh fruits, Coffee, tea and juice

Friday Lunch:
-Beef taco bar, vegetarian option available, Cookies and brownies, Water

Includes all of the above in the 5 serving meal plan.

$145 plus Tax.

 

THE RIDE

GPS ROUTES
GPS-guided routes consist of pavement roads, gravel roads, un-assumed roads, forest access roads, Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. All participants will experience the same GPS format, which is multiple track logs. If you complete the course in its entirety, each competitor's GPS will be collected at the finish line for judging. If your GPS track log is not turned on and recording you will be instantly disqualified from the challenge. Your track log must be accurate and free of errors. If any section of the course is missing from your GPS track Log you will be disqualified. You can use more than 1 GPS or a phone that records GPS tracks as a backup. Your speed is also recorded in your track log and failure to produce that information will also result in a total disqualification.

STAGE ONE
200KM to 550km
4 am Start to Calabogie for service & Lunch stop and mandatory 20-minute rest stop. The course consists of gravel roads, road allowances, jeep trails,   loose rock, Rocky rivers with fast-flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on the trail & bushwhacking. 

STAGE TWO
350km to 370km
Calabogie to McArthur Mills Finish. The course consists of the same difficult conditions as the morning stage one.  Mostly off-road, with Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking.

Total Estamated KM = 574
Estamated riding time @ 30km per hour average =19.5 hrs

 

 

DACRE PRICING

 

ENTRY FEE FOR COMPETITORS
Entry fee: $395

Entry Fee Includes:
-Entry to the Challenge 1 Driver
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-GPS pre-start test course
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Commemorative T-shirt, Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

GPS Rental $25 - $55
See details during the registration process

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

Additional T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

Trail Permit $12.50
See details during the registration process

ENTRY FEE FOR SUPPORT TEAM
Entry fee base price: $40 each - Includes:

-Entry to the Challenge as a Support team person
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

EVENT SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY

- 10am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 11am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 12pm: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: GPS Test Drives GPS Loading Closes - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: GPS Seminar - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 11pm: Quiet Time

NOTE: There is no meal plan available for this day. Meal plans can start on Thursday at supper time.

THURSDAY

- 9am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 9am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 9am: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 3pm: GPS Test Drives Closed
- 4:30pm: Show & Shine Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 5:30pm: Dinner Meal Plan Served - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6:30pm: Event Registration Closes
- 6:30pm: Moto, ATV & Argo Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: SXS Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 10pm: Quiet Time

FRIDAY
- 6am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 8am: Tech inspection opens in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS - (starting/finishing line location)
- 10am: Prologue starts in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 12pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Lunch - (starting/finishing line location)
- 5pm: Starting times posted - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Dinner - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 8pm: Quiet Time


SATURDAY
- 4am: Starting time in order of your Prologue Standings. Riders leave every 60 seconds - (starting/finishing line location)
- 2am: Challenge Closes - (starting/finishing line location)
Single riders, then teams, leave the grounds at 04:00hrs PROMPT, releasing competitors at 2-minute intervals. Single riders & teams will be assigned their starting minute by draw at the riders meeting on Friday night. Support crews can leave as soon as their riders have left. Ride your prescribed routes and return to the finish where riders will report in. Food will be catered to attendees that purchased the meal plan.

SUNDAY
- 9am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast
- 10:30am: Awards ceremony, door prize give away's to all present.
- 5pm: All Campers must be checked out

 

EVENT LOCATION
MAYO COMMUNITY CENTRE

64 Mayo Lake Rd McArthurs Mills, ON K0L 2M0

 

For questions and answers please email: rallyconnexevents@gmail.com

EVENT DATE July 10 - 14. 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JUNE 25 2024

COMPETITORS REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

 

SUPPORT CREW REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR THE DACRE LOGO DOWNLOAD CENTRE


OTHER INFO

-New Prologue for 2024
-The Ultimate Off-road Challenge
-Start to think about your team today!
-Sharpen up on your GPS skills
-Come for the Show & Shine!

 

 

SILVER CLASS INFO (Click here to return to the Classification list)

(Medium to Hard Terrain.)

This Class is open to both Enduro/Dual Sport type bikes and Adventure

Bikes, On-road or Off-road Plated Motorcycles welcome.

Please read ALL of the following information before submitting online entry form!

RIDERS
It is stressed that this is a very long-distance ride and a VERY difficult Challenge. Both mental and physical health conditions are essential. Riders must be respectful of the long distance involved and must be prepared to ride safely and steadily. From Hard Enduro to AVD type terrain will be mandatory to ride in this class, which will include but not limited to: Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. Maintain body fluid intake and calories. Have sufficient clothing for expected weather.


MACHINE
On-Road or Off-Road plated and insured, Enduro, Dualsport or Adventure motorcycles in excellent working condition.

Three separate classes for Silver.

- Enduro/Dualsport Silver Class
- Adventure Silver Class single-cylinder engine.
- Adventure Silver Class dual-cylinder engine.

Silver Enduro/Dualsport routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 200cc trail machines to 649cc machines with a minimum fuel mileage of 150km (93 Miles). Machines at the extreme ends of the scale will be at some disadvantage in this class depending on the skill of the rider.

Silver Adventure Class routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 650cc to 1290cc machines or greater.

All routes excluding Adventure Bike Classes pass gas stations or support fuel stops at approximately 150km intervals or less.

At the time of online registration be sure to pick the appropriate category!

SINGLE ENTRY CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINE AND RULES
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that you carry a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit) Single riders must follow the listed requirements below.

TEAM CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES AND RULES:
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently with your totals added up between your teammates. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that at least 1 member of your team carries a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit)
All competitors within teams must follow the listed requirements below. You must finish the event with your entire team. Teams can be a minimum of 2 riders to a maximum of 5.

EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE:
- Appropriate driver's license.
- Proof of applicable insurance.
- GARMIN GPS, spare batteries etc. (every TEAM "MUST HAVE" a GARMIN GPS for every machine)
- Small solar survival blanket.
- "Power bars", drinks.
- Sufficient tools appropriate to your particular machine.
- The means of repairing a flat tire.
- Firestarter and Matches or lighter.
- LED SOS light.
- Small First aid kit.
- Ontario Paper map – not provided (backup)
- Route description sheets (provided at the start)
- Cell phones (cell number MUST be provided to Rally Connex during the online registration)
(go to tech inspection as a team)

BIKE TECH INSPECTION WILL INCLUDE:

THIS LIST INCLUDES ALL MOTORCYCLES ENTERING THE EVENT.
- Competition Decal Mounted to the FRONT Number plate
- Bright Headlight suitable for night riding
- Tail Light
- Sound Test -94dB Must be less than NO EXCEPTIONS!
- License Valid
- Insurance Valid
- Ownership
- Trail Pass (Purchased at Online Registration)
- Proper GPS Mounting on machine

Failure of any of the Tech Inspection items will

remove you from the event,

no exceptions

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS.
- Brake light functions
- Horn functions
- Front Brake OK
- Rear Brake OK
- Bike starts easily
- Bike shuts off easily
- Spokes OK
- Tire tread OK
- Tire Pressure OK
- Chain / Tension OK
- Wheel Bearings OK
- Mirror

GPS & RENTALS

To see the list of GPS's Rally Connex approves at our events please the the GPS Regulations Page. GPS rentals are available while quantities last. Cost per day rental starts at $25.00 to $55.00 plus a $100 cash damage/loss deposit upon time of pick up. The deposit will be refunded once the GPS has been returned and without damage. 1 set of AA batteries will be included and basic mounting hardware. The deposit must be made in CASH.

 

CAMPING ON SITE
Camping is included in your entry fee. The camping location is at the starting line. There is no Water, Hydro or sewage hookup. Quite generators only. Take out what you bring in! Portable toilets will be on site. We can accommodate any size setup. You can access the camping area anytime after Wednesday at 10am. You must check out no later than 5pm on the Sunday of the event. The camping location is 3km west on Highway 28 from the event registration location. Google Maps link will be provided closer to the event date.

 

SUPPORT CREW
A Support Crew Member is a person that helps you throughout the event. Much like a personal assistant. They may not ride with you or be a passenger. They can rendezvous with you at prescribed checkpoints or any point along the course they see fit to intercept you for support. Support crews can virtually help with anything you may need. fuel, food, water, dry clothing, parts, medical, moral support, etc... Support crew members have their own registration process they must complete. Entry for support crew per person is $40.00 This includes camping for 1 crew member. Each additional crew member pays $10 each for camping. There will be a "meal deal" that can be purchased during online registration so that they can partake in all the same meals that the competitors have.  Vehicle support crews will be provided 1 week in advance with a gpx file. This file will cover multiple waypoints to navigate throughout the course using paved and gravel roads to each of the pit stop locations.  Recommended timelines will be provided.  This is a challenging rally for the support groups as well. Support teams will have to use their navigation skills to locate their riders throughout the day if they can not make it to the provided pit stop locations. Your safety is their #1 concern.

THE MAIN CHALLENGE SCORING
Teams and single riders will have their GPS tracks analyzed at the end of the ride. The more accurately you complete the prescribed route the more points you are rewarded to your overall score. You must complete the entire event in order to be scored. Riders/teams that don't complete the event or time out at the safety checks, will not be scored. NO Speeding on the public road portions (penalty ranging from point deductions to full disqualification) Teams must finish within their rider mandate. In other words, your entire team must start and finish the event as prescribed.

All single riders & teams must stop at all checkpoints. If you don't reach all checkpoints you will DNF the event. (DNF= Did Not Finish) All checkpoints are on the routes provided.  The checkpoints are shown on the route, about half of them are at the gas stops, which are also identified on the routes.  

THE PROLOGUE
The Plolouge is a closed course where you will be timed. Your time will reflect on what starting position you are assigned for the Saturday morning starting line. Riders are let go one by one every 60 seconds. The course will be technical and fast at times. Run the course at your own pace and be safe about it. However, faster times will result in a better starting position. It is mandatory to compete in the Prologue. If you don't compete in the prologue, you will be docked for 2 hours of time allowed to run the challenge on Saturday and be stuck at the back of the starting line. You will be placed at the back of the line by Rally Connex's discretion. The Prologue is open to the public for veiwing so invite your friends and familuy to enjoy the show! Yamaha Canada will be on location from 10am to 5pm hosting Yamaha SXS Demo rides. You and Yamaha Canada will head out a on a closed-course sepatate from the prologue track with all the new Yamaha SXS. Demo ride bookings will take place on the Friday night at the Show and shine.

THE SHOW & SHINE
The Show & Shine event happens on the Thursday night of the event. Held at the same location as the rider's meetings at the Mayo Community Centre parting lot. This is where you get to show your team spirit and the killer graphics on your machine. All competitor are expected to attend the riders meetings so why don't you bring your ATV, SXS or Motorcycle to the 1st annual Dacre Show & Shine and show off your ride! The event is open to the public. Yamaha SXS Kids rides will be avaible for free. Kids can bring their own helmets and Yamaha Canada will take them as passengers on a closed-course ride in a new Yamaha SXS. Demo rides for adults will be available on the Friday at the Prologue. Multiple awards will be handed out at the rider's meetings for best in show, coolest mods, and The Dacre team spirit award where you take advantage of the Dacre Download media section and outfit your ride with our event graphics and logos.

 

GPS SEMINAR
On the Wednesday evening of the event. Rally Connex will be hosting a GPS seminar to help competitors and their support crew members better understand the workings of their GPS safely and efficiently navigate the event. We will also supply competitors on Wednesday & Thursday of the event a GPS Driving Course that will be loaded on your GPS to drive around with for testing purposes.
Note: Drivers may not drive anywhere else off-road besides the prescribed GPS testing Route. If so you will be disqualified from the event.

 

SAFETY & EMERGENCIES
It is absolutely essential to observe all highway safety codes and regulations as public roads are used.
To participate in this event.

EACH COMPETITOR HAS TO MANAGE THEIR OWN EMERGENCIES OR BREAKDOWNS. (Leave no rider alone or behind!).

A riders map will be provided containing emergency contact phone numbers, hospitals, support vehicle locations etc.  Teams suffering a terminating bike mechanical failure, rider injury or running extremely late are required to inform the ride "help line" the phone numbers will be provided on the "Riders Card". There is an absolute requirement to know the whereabouts of any entrant. If necessary, call 911 and request police, fire, ambulance etc.
Due to the long overall distance, riders/teams will be required to maintain a reasonable average speed without breaking any Ontario Highway traffic acts. This requirement is for basic safety as long sections of the later part of this ride may need to be ridden in the dark.


ROUTE SWEEPING
Rally Connex will provide sweep riders for the main designated route only! If you leave the course you are on your own! Teams will and must be responsible for other team members. Every rider MUST be accounted for!

 

 

MEAL PLAN FOR PURCHASE
Meal Plans are available for purchase during your online registration process. Purchasing this will help make your Dacre experience an easier one. There are 2 different plans to choose from. 5 servings meal plan or an 8 servings meal plan. Catering is done by Hidden Valley Catering

Note: There are no meals available for purchase on the Wednesday of the event. Must purchase your meal plan before June 25th, 2024. After that, you will not be able to purchase a meal plan. No exceptions!

5 Servings meal Includes:

Friday Dinner:
-Lasagna, Caesar salad, Fresh rolls, Apple cake with caramel sauce, Cold drinks

Saturday Breakfast:
-Boiled eggs, Fresh fruit, Muffins and pastries, Yogurt, Coffee, tea and juice

Saturday Lunch:
-Sandwich, Veggie and dip, Bag of chips, Cookie, Water

Saturday Dinner:
-BBQ chicken, Scallop potatoes, Sweet glazed carrots, Pasta salad
-Fresh rolls, Black forest cheesecake

Sunday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage \, French toast casserole with maple
syrup, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, tea and juice

$100 plus Tax.


8 Servings meal Includes:

Thursday Dinner:
-Pulled pork on a bun, Roasted Potatoes, Baked Beans, Creamy coleslaw, Strawberry shortcake, Cold drinks

Friday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage, Muffins and pastries, Fresh fruits, Coffee, tea and juice

Friday Lunch:
-Beef taco bar, vegetarian option available, Cookies and brownies, Water

Includes all of the above in the 5 serving meal plan.

$145 plus Tax.

 

THE RIDE

GPS ROUTES
GPS-guided routes consist of pavement roads, gravel roads, un-assumed roads, forest access roads, Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. All participants will experience the same GPS format, which is multiple track logs. If you complete the course in its entirety, each competitor's GPS will be collected at the finish line for judging. If your GPS track log is not turned on and recording you will be instantly disqualified from the challenge. Your track log must be accurate and free of errors. If any section of the course is missing from your GPS track Log you will be disqualified. You can use more than 1 GPS or a phone that records GPS tracks as a backup. Your speed is also recorded in your track log and failure to produce that information will also result in a total disqualification.

STAGE ONE
200KM to 550km
4 am Start to Calabogie for service & Lunch stop and mandatory 20-minute rest stop. The course consists of gravel roads, road allowances, jeep trails,   loose rock, Rocky rivers with fast-flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on the trail & bushwhacking. 

STAGE TWO
350km to 370km
Calabogie to McArthur Mills Finish. The course consists of the same difficult conditions as the morning stage one.  Mostly off-road, with Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking.

Total Estamated KM = 574
Estamated riding time @ 30km per hour average =19.5 hrs

 

 

DACRE PRICING

 

ENTRY FEE FOR COMPETITORS
Entry fee: $395

Entry Fee Includes:
-Entry to the Challenge 1 Driver
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-GPS pre-start test course
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Commemorative T-shirt, Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

GPS Rental $25 - $55
See details during the registration process

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

Additional T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

Trail Permit $12.50
See details during the registration process

ENTRY FEE FOR SUPPORT TEAM
Entry fee base price: $40 each - Includes:

-Entry to the Challenge as a Support team person
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

EVENT SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY

- 10am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 11am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 12pm: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: GPS Test Drives GPS Loading Closes - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: GPS Seminar - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 11pm: Quiet Time

NOTE: There is no meal plan available for this day. Meal plans can start on Thursday at supper time.

THURSDAY

- 9am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 9am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 9am: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 3pm: GPS Test Drives Closed
- 4:30pm: Show & Shine Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 5:30pm: Dinner Meal Plan Served - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6:30pm: Event Registration Closes
- 6:30pm: Moto, ATV & Argo Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: SXS Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 10pm: Quiet Time

FRIDAY
- 6am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 8am: Tech inspection opens in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS - (starting/finishing line location)
- 10am: Prologue starts in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 12pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Lunch - (starting/finishing line location)
- 5pm: Starting times posted - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Dinner - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 8pm: Quiet Time


SATURDAY
- 4am: Starting time in order of your Prologue Standings. Riders leave every 60 seconds - (starting/finishing line location)
- 2am: Challenge Closes - (starting/finishing line location)
Single riders, then teams, leave the grounds at 04:00hrs PROMPT, releasing competitors at 2-minute intervals. Single riders & teams will be assigned their starting minute by draw at the riders meeting on Friday night. Support crews can leave as soon as their riders have left. Ride your prescribed routes and return to the finish where riders will report in. Food will be catered to attendees that purchased the meal plan.

SUNDAY
- 9am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast
- 10:30am: Awards ceremony, door prize give away's to all present.
- 5pm: All Campers must be checked out

 

EVENT LOCATION
MAYO COMMUNITY CENTRE

64 Mayo Lake Rd McArthurs Mills, ON K0L 2M0

 

For questions and answers please email: rallyconnexevents@gmail.com

EVENT DATE July 10 - 14. 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JUNE 25 2024

COMPETITORS REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

 

SUPPORT CREW REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR THE DACRE LOGO DOWNLOAD CENTRE


OTHER INFO

-New Prologue for 2024
-The Ultimate Off-road Challenge
-Start to think about your team today!
-Sharpen up on your GPS skills
-Come for the Show & Shine!

 

 

BRONZE CLASS INFO (Click here to return to the Classification list)

(Easy to Medium Terrain. Open to all types of dual sport and Adventure type motorcycles)

This Class is open to both Enduro/Dual Sport type bikes and Adventure

Bikes, On-road or Off-road Plated Motorcycles welcome.

Please read ALL of the following information before submitting online entry form!

RIDERS
It is stressed that this is a very long-distance ride and a VERY difficult Challenge. Both mental and physical health conditions are essential. Riders must be respectful of the long distance involved and must be prepared to ride safely and steadily. From off-road to AVD type terrain will be mandatory to ride in this class, which will include but not limited to: Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, hill climbs and descents, muddy passes, water holes, single track trail systems, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. Maintain body fluid intake and calories. Have sufficient clothing for expected weather.


MACHINE
On-Road or Off-Road plated and insured, Enduro, Dualsport or Adventure motorcycles in excellent working condition.

Three separate classes for Bronze.

- Enduro/Dualsport Bronze Class
- Adventure Bronze Class single-cylinder engine.
- Adventure Bronze Class dual-cylinder engine.

Bronze Enduro/Dualsport routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 200cc trail machines to 649cc machines with a minimum fuel mileage of 150km (93 Miles). Machines at the extreme ends of the scale will be at some disadvantage in this class depending on the skill of the rider.

Bronze Adventure Class routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 650cc to 1290cc machines or greater.

All routes excluding Adventure Bike Classes pass gas stations or support fuel stops at approximately 150km intervals or less.

At the time of online registration be sure to pick the appropriate category!

SINGLE ENTRY CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINE AND RULES
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that you carry a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit) Single riders must follow the listed requirements below.

TEAM CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES AND RULES:
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently with your totals added up between your teammates. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that at least 1 member of your team carries a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit)
All competitors within teams must follow the listed requirements below. You must finish the event with your entire team. Teams can be a minimum of 2 riders to a maximum of 5.

EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE:
- Appropriate driver's license.
- Proof of applicable insurance.
- GARMIN GPS, spare batteries etc. (every TEAM "MUST HAVE" a GARMIN GPS for every machine)
- Small solar survival blanket.
- "Power bars", drinks.
- Sufficient tools appropriate to your particular machine.
- The means of repairing a flat tire.
- Firestarter and Matches or lighter.
- LED SOS light.
- Small First aid kit.
- Ontario Paper map – not provided (backup)
- Route description sheets (provided at the start)
- Cell phones (cell number MUST be provided to Rally Connex during the online registration)
(go to tech inspection as a team)

BIKE TECH INSPECTION WILL INCLUDE:

THIS LIST INCLUDES ALL MOTORCYCLES ENTERING THE EVENT.
- Competition Decal Mounted to the FRONT Number plate
- Bright Headlight suitable for night riding
- Tail Light
- Sound Test -94dB Must be less than NO EXCEPTIONS!
- License Valid
- Insurance Valid
- Ownership
- Trail Pass (Purchased at Online Registration)
- Proper GPS Mounting on machine

Failure of any of the Tech Inspection items will

remove you from the event,

no exceptions

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS.
- Brake light functions
- Horn functions
- Front Brake OK
- Rear Brake OK
- Bike starts easily
- Bike shuts off easily
- Spokes OK
- Tire tread OK
- Tire Pressure OK
- Chain / Tension OK
- Wheel Bearings OK
- Mirror

GPS & RENTALS

To see the list of GPS's Rally Connex approves at our events please the the GPS Regulations Page. GPS rentals are available while quantities last. Cost per day rental starts at $25.00 to $55.00 plus a $100 cash damage/loss deposit upon time of pick up. The deposit will be refunded once the GPS has been returned and without damage. 1 set of AA batteries will be included and basic mounting hardware.. The deposit must be made in CASH.

 

CAMPING ON SITE
Camping is included in your entry fee. The camping location is at the starting line. There is no Water, Hydro or sewage hookup. Quite generators only. Take out what you bring in! Portable toilets will be on site. We can accommodate any size setup. You can access the camping area anytime after Wednesday at 10am. You must check out no later than 5pm on the Sunday of the event. The camping location is 3km west on Highway 28 from the event registration location. Google Maps link will be provided closer to the event date.

 

SUPPORT CREW
A Support Crew Member is a person that helps you throughout the event. Much like a personal assistant. They may not ride with you or be a passenger. They can rendezvous with you at prescribed checkpoints or any point along the course they see fit to intercept you for support. Support crews can virtually help with anything you may need. fuel, food, water, dry clothing, parts, medical, moral support, etc... Support crew members have their own registration process they must complete. Entry for support crew per person is $40.00 This includes camping for 1 crew member. Each additional crew member pays $10 each for camping. There will be a "meal deal" that can be purchased during online registration so that they can partake in all the same meals that the competitors have.  Vehicle support crews will be provided 1 week in advance with a gpx file. This file will cover multiple waypoints to navigate throughout the course using paved and gravel roads to each of the pit stop locations.  Recommended timelines will be provided.  This is a challenging rally for the support groups as well. Support teams will have to use their navigation skills to locate their riders throughout the day if they can not make it to the provided pit stop locations. Your safety is their #1 concern.

THE MAIN CHALLENGE SCORING
Teams and single riders will have their GPS tracks analyzed at the end of the ride. The more accurately you complete the prescribed route the more points you are rewarded to your overall score. You must complete the entire event in order to be scored. Riders/teams that don't complete the event or time out at the safety checks, will not be scored. NO Speeding on the public road portions (penalty ranging from point deductions to full disqualification) Teams must finish within their rider mandate. In other words, your entire team must start and finish the event as prescribed.

All single riders & teams must stop at all checkpoints. If you don't reach all checkpoints you will DNF the event. (DNF= Did Not Finish) All checkpoints are on the routes provided.  The checkpoints are shown on the route, about half of them are at the gas stops, which are also identified on the routes.  

THE PROLOGUE
The Plolouge is a closed course where you will be timed. Your time will reflect on what starting position you are assigned for the Saturday morning starting line. Riders are let go one by one every 60 seconds. The course will be technical and fast at times. Run the course at your own pace and be safe about it. However, faster times will result in a better starting position. It is mandatory to compete in the Prologue. If you don't compete in the prologue, you will be docked for 2 hours of time allowed to run the challenge on Saturday and be stuck at the back of the starting line. You will be placed at the back of the line by Rally Connex's discretion. The Prologue is open to the public for veiwing so invite your friends and familuy to enjoy the show! Yamaha Canada will be on location from 10am to 5pm hosting Yamaha SXS Demo rides. You and Yamaha Canada will head out a on a closed-course sepatate from the prologue track with all the new Yamaha SXS. Demo ride bookings will take place on the Friday night at the Show and shine.

THE SHOW & SHINE
The Show & Shine event happens on the Thursday night of the event. Held at the same location as the rider's meetings at the Mayo Community Centre parting lot. This is where you get to show your team spirit and the killer graphics on your machine. All competitor are expected to attend the riders meetings so why don't you bring your ATV, SXS or Motorcycle to the 1st annual Dacre Show & Shine and show off your ride! The event is open to the public. Yamaha SXS Kids rides will be avaible for free. Kids can bring their own helmets and Yamaha Canada will take them as passengers on a closed-course ride in a new Yamaha SXS. Demo rides for adults will be available on the Friday at the Prologue. Multiple awards will be handed out at the rider's meetings for best in show, coolest mods, and The Dacre team spirit award where you take advantage of the Dacre Download media section and outfit your ride with our event graphics and logos.

 

GPS SEMINAR
On the Wednesday evening of the event. Rally Connex will be hosting a GPS seminar to help competitors and their support crew members better understand the workings of their GPS safely and efficiently navigate the event. We will also supply competitors on Wednesday & Thursday of the event a GPS Driving Course that will be loaded on your GPS to drive around with for testing purposes.
Note: Drivers may not drive anywhere else off-road besides the prescribed GPS testing Route. If so you will be disqualified from the event.

 

SAFETY & EMERGENCIES
It is absolutely essential to observe all highway safety codes and regulations as public roads are used.
To participate in this event.

EACH COMPETITOR HAS TO MANAGE THEIR OWN EMERGENCIES OR BREAKDOWNS. (Leave no rider alone or behind!).

A riders map will be provided containing emergency contact phone numbers, hospitals, support vehicle locations etc.  Teams suffering a terminating bike mechanical failure, rider injury or running extremely late are required to inform the ride "help line" the phone numbers will be provided on the "Riders Card". There is an absolute requirement to know the whereabouts of any entrant. If necessary, call 911 and request police, fire, ambulance etc.
Due to the long overall distance, riders/teams will be required to maintain a reasonable average speed without breaking any Ontario Highway traffic acts. This requirement is for basic safety as long sections of the later part of this ride may need to be ridden in the dark.


ROUTE SWEEPING
Rally Connex will provide sweep riders for the main designated route only! If you leave the course you are on your own! Teams will and must be responsible for other team members. Every rider MUST be accounted for!

 

 

MEAL PLAN FOR PURCHASE
Meal Plans are available for purchase during your online registration process. Purchasing this will help make your Dacre experience an easier one. There are 2 different plans to choose from. 5 servings meal plan or an 8 servings meal plan. Catering is done by Hidden Valley Catering

Note: There are no meals available for purchase on the Wednesday of the event. Must purchase your meal plan before June 25th, 2024. After that, you will not be able to purchase a meal plan. No exceptions!

5 Servings meal Includes:

Friday Dinner:
-Lasagna, Caesar salad, Fresh rolls, Apple cake with caramel sauce, Cold drinks

Saturday Breakfast:
-Boiled eggs, Fresh fruit, Muffins and pastries, Yogurt, Coffee, tea and juice

Saturday Lunch:
-Sandwich, Veggie and dip, Bag of chips, Cookie, Water

Saturday Dinner:
-BBQ chicken, Scallop potatoes, Sweet glazed carrots, Pasta salad
-Fresh rolls, Black forest cheesecake

Sunday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage \, French toast casserole with maple
syrup, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, tea and juice

$100 plus Tax.


8 Servings meal Includes:

Thursday Dinner:
-Pulled pork on a bun, Roasted Potatoes, Baked Beans, Creamy coleslaw, Strawberry shortcake, Cold drinks

Friday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage, Muffins and pastries, Fresh fruits, Coffee, tea and juice

Friday Lunch:
-Beef taco bar, vegetarian option available, Cookies and brownies, Water

Includes all of the above in the 5 serving meal plan.

$145 plus Tax.

 

THE RIDE

GPS ROUTES
GPS-guided routes consist of pavement roads, gravel roads, un-assumed roads, forest access roads, Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, hill climbs and descents, muddy passes, water holes, single-track trail systems, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. All participants will experience the same GPS format, which is multiple track logs. If you complete the course in its entirety, each competitor's GPS will be collected at the finish line for judging. If your GPS track log is not turned on and recording you will be instantly disqualified from the challenge. Your track log must be accurate and free of errors. If any section of the course is missing from your GPS track Log you will be disqualified. You can use more than 1 GPS or a phone that records GPS tracks as a backup. Your speed is also recorded in your track log and failure to produce that information will also result in a total disqualification.

STAGE ONE
200KM to 550km
4 am Start to Calabogie for service & Lunch stop and mandatory 20-minute rest stop. The course consists of gravel roads, road allowances, jeep trails,   loose rock, Rocky rivers with fast-flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on the trail & bushwhacking. 

STAGE TWO
350km to 370km
Calabogie to McArthur Mills Finish. The course consists of the same difficult conditions as the morning stage one.  Mostly off-road, with Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking.

Total Estamated KM = 574
Estamated riding time @ 30km per hour average =19.5 hrs

 

 

DACRE PRICING

 

ENTRY FEE FOR COMPETITORS
Entry fee: $395

Entry Fee Includes:
-Entry to the Challenge 1 Driver
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-GPS pre-start test course
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Commemorative T-shirt, Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

GPS Rental $25 - $55
See details during the registration process

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

Additional T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

Trail Permit $12.50
See details during the registration process

ENTRY FEE FOR SUPPORT TEAM
Entry fee base price: $40 each - Includes:

-Entry to the Challenge as a Support team person
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

EVENT SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY

- 10am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 11am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 12pm: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: GPS Test Drives GPS Loading Closes - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: GPS Seminar - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 11pm: Quiet Time

NOTE: There is no meal plan available for this day. Meal plans can start on Thursday at supper time.

THURSDAY

- 9am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 9am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 9am: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 3pm: GPS Test Drives Closed
- 4:30pm: Show & Shine Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 5:30pm: Dinner Meal Plan Served - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6:30pm: Event Registration Closes
- 6:30pm: Moto, ATV & Argo Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: SXS Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 10pm: Quiet Time

FRIDAY
- 6am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 8am: Tech inspection opens in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS - (starting/finishing line location)
- 10am: Prologue starts in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 12pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Lunch - (starting/finishing line location)
- 5pm: Starting times posted - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Dinner - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 8pm: Quiet Time


SATURDAY
- 4am: Starting time in order of your Prologue Standings. Riders leave every 60 seconds - (starting/finishing line location)
- 2am: Challenge Closes - (starting/finishing line location)
Single riders, then teams, leave the grounds at 04:00hrs PROMPT, releasing competitors at 2-minute intervals. Single riders & teams will be assigned their starting minute by draw at the riders meeting on Friday night. Support crews can leave as soon as their riders have left. Ride your prescribed routes and return to the finish where riders will report in. Food will be catered to attendees that purchased the meal plan.

SUNDAY
- 9am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast
- 10:30am: Awards ceremony, door prize give away's to all present.
- 5pm: All Campers must be checked out

 

EVENT LOCATION
MAYO COMMUNITY CENTRE

64 Mayo Lake Rd McArthurs Mills, ON K0L 2M0

 

For questions and answers please email: rallyconnexevents@gmail.com

EVENT DATE July 10 - 14. 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JUNE 25 2024

COMPETITORS REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

 

SUPPORT CREW REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR THE DACRE LOGO DOWNLOAD CENTRE


OTHER INFO

-New Prologue for 2024
-The Ultimate Off-road Challenge
-Start to think about your team today!
-Sharpen up on your GPS skills
-Come for the Show & Shine!

 

 

 

IRON CLASS INFO (Click here to return to the Classification list)

*NOTICE* This Class is only open to Blue Plated Road Legal Motorcycles.

(Easy terrain open to all types of motorcycles with minimum of 50/50 on-road, off-road tire.)

RIDERS
It is stressed that this is a very long-distance ride and a difficult Challenge. Both mental and physical health conditions are essential. Riders must be respectful of the long distance involved and must be prepared to ride safely and steadily. From very easy off-road to AVD type terrain will be mandatory to ride in this class, which will include but not limited to: Paved roads, Gravel Roads, Shallow water Crossings, hill climbs and descents, Maintain body fluid intake and calories. Have sufficient clothing for expected weather.


MACHINE
Road legal, Quiet (94dB standard test), "Dual Sport / Adventure Type" motorcycles. (working lighting, horn, mirror etc.), in excellent condition. A basic technical inspection will have to be passed. If you don't pass Tech you will not ride. There will be NO exceptions!!
Routes are planned to accommodate bikes as widely ranging as a 1290cc ADV to 200cc Dual Sport machines, The route passes gas stations at approximately 200km intervals or less.

Three separate classes for Iron.

- Dualsport Iron Class
- Adventure Iron Class single-cylinder engine.
- Adventure Iron Class dual-cylinder engine.

Iron Dualsport routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 200cc trail machines to 649cc machines with a minimum fuel mileage of 250km (155 Miles). Machines at the extreme ends of the scale will be at some disadvantage in this class depending on the skill of the rider.

Iron Adventure Class routes are planned to accommodate bikes ranging from 650cc to 1290cc machines or greater.

All routes pass gas stations or support fuel stops at approximately 250km intervals or less.

At the time of online registration be sure to pick the appropriate category!

SINGLE ENTRY CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINE AND RULES
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that you carry a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit) Single riders must follow the listed requirements below.

TEAM CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES AND RULES:
You are expected to ride the entire prescribed route within the allocated time period of 20hrs. You will be scored independently with your totals added up between your teammates. You are permitted to ride with other competitors throughout the event without penalty. It is highly recommended but not mandatory that at least 1 member of your team carries a GPS emergency beacon. (A GPS Emergency beacon allows you to hit an S.O.S button for medical emergency support and rescue, We recommend a Garmin In-Reach unit)
All competitors within teams must follow the listed requirements below. You must finish the event with your entire team. Teams can be a minimum of 2 riders to a maximum of 5.

EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE:
- Appropriate driver's license.
- Proof of applicable insurance.
- GARMIN GPS, spare batteries etc. (every TEAM "MUST HAVE" a GARMIN GPS for every machine)
- Small solar survival blanket.
- "Power bars", drinks.
- Sufficient tools appropriate to your particular machine.
- The means of repairing a flat tire.
- Firestarter and Matches or lighter.
- LED SOS light.
- Small First aid kit.
- Ontario Paper map – not provided (backup)
- Route description sheets (provided at the start)
- Cell phones (cell number MUST be provided to Rally Connex during the online registration)
(go to tech inspection as a team)

BIKE TECH INSPECTION WILL INCLUDE:

THIS LIST INCLUDES ALL MOTORCYCLES ENTERING THE EVENT.
- Competition Decal Mounted to the FRONT Number plate
- Bright Headlight suitable for night riding
- Tail Light
- Sound Test -94dB Must be less than NO EXCEPTIONS!
- License Valid
- Insurance Valid
- Ownership
- Trail Pass (Purchased at Online Registration)
- Proper GPS Mounting on machine

Failure of any of the Tech Inspection items will

remove you from the event,

no exceptions

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS.
- Brake light functions
- Horn functions
- Front Brake OK
- Rear Brake OK
- Bike starts easily
- Bike shuts off easily
- Spokes OK
- Tire tread OK
- Tire Pressure OK
- Chain / Tension OK
- Wheel Bearings OK
- Mirror

GPS & RENTALS

To see the list of GPS's Rally Connex approves at our events please the the GPS Regulations Page. GPS rentals are available while quantities last. Cost per day rental starts at $25.00 to $55.00 plus a $100 cash damage/loss deposit upon time of pick up. The deposit will be refunded once the GPS has been returned and without damage. 1 set of AA batteries will be included and basic mounting hardware.. The deposit must be made in CASH.

 

CAMPING ON SITE
Camping is included in your entry fee. The camping location is at the starting line. There is no Water, Hydro or sewage hookup. Quite generators only. Take out what you bring in! Portable toilets will be on site. We can accommodate any size setup. You can access the camping area anytime after Wednesday at 10am. You must check out no later than 5pm on the Sunday of the event. The camping location is 3km west on Highway 28 from the event registration location. Google Maps link will be provided closer to the event date.

 

SUPPORT CREW
A Support Crew Member is a person that helps you throughout the event. Much like a personal assistant. They may not ride with you or be a passenger. They can rendezvous with you at prescribed checkpoints or any point along the course they see fit to intercept you for support. Support crews can virtually help with anything you may need. fuel, food, water, dry clothing, parts, medical, moral support, etc... Support crew members have their own registration process they must complete. Entry for support crew per person is $40.00 This includes camping for 1 crew member. Each additional crew member pays $10 each for camping. There will be a "meal deal" that can be purchased during online registration so that they can partake in all the same meals that the competitors have.  Vehicle support crews will be provided 1 week in advance with a gpx file. This file will cover multiple waypoints to navigate throughout the course using paved and gravel roads to each of the pit stop locations.  Recommended timelines will be provided.  This is a challenging rally for the support groups as well. Support teams will have to use their navigation skills to locate their riders throughout the day if they can not make it to the provided pit stop locations. Your safety is their #1 concern.

THE MAIN CHALLENGE SCORING
Teams and single riders will have their GPS tracks analyzed at the end of the ride. The more accurately you complete the prescribed route the more points you are rewarded to your overall score. You must complete the entire event in order to be scored. Riders/teams that don't complete the event or time out at the safety checks, will not be scored. NO Speeding on the public road portions (penalty ranging from point deductions to full disqualification) Teams must finish within their rider mandate. In other words, your entire team must start and finish the event as prescribed.

All single riders & teams must stop at all checkpoints. If you don't reach all checkpoints you will DNF the event. (DNF= Did Not Finish) All checkpoints are on the routes provided.  The checkpoints are shown on the route, about half of them are at the gas stops, which are also identified on the routes.  

THE PROLOGUE
The Plolouge is a closed course where you will be timed. Your time will reflect on what starting position you are assigned for the Saturday morning starting line. Riders are let go one by one every 60 seconds. The course will be technical and fast at times. Run the course at your own pace and be safe about it. However, faster times will result in a better starting position. It is mandatory to compete in the Prologue. If you don't compete in the prologue, you will be docked for 2 hours of time allowed to run the challenge on Saturday and be stuck at the back of the starting line. You will be placed at the back of the line by Rally Connex's discretion. The Prologue is open to the public for veiwing so invite your friends and familuy to enjoy the show! Yamaha Canada will be on location from 10am to 5pm hosting Yamaha SXS Demo rides. You and Yamaha Canada will head out a on a closed-course sepatate from the prologue track with all the new Yamaha SXS. Demo ride bookings will take place on the Friday night at the Show and shine.

THE SHOW & SHINE
The Show & Shine event happens on the Thursday night of the event. Held at the same location as the rider's meetings at the Mayo Community Centre parting lot. This is where you get to show your team spirit and the killer graphics on your machine. All competitor are expected to attend the riders meetings so why don't you bring your ATV, SXS or Motorcycle to the 1st annual Dacre Show & Shine and show off your ride! The event is open to the public. Yamaha SXS Kids rides will be avaible for free. Kids can bring their own helmets and Yamaha Canada will take them as passengers on a closed-course ride in a new Yamaha SXS. Demo rides for adults will be available on the Friday at the Prologue. Multiple awards will be handed out at the rider's meetings for best in show, coolest mods, and The Dacre team spirit award where you take advantage of the Dacre Download media section and outfit your ride with our event graphics and logos.

 

GPS SEMINAR
On the Wednesday evening of the event. Rally Connex will be hosting a GPS seminar to help competitors and their support crew members better understand the workings of their GPS safely and efficiently navigate the event. We will also supply competitors on Wednesday & Thursday of the event a GPS Driving Course that will be loaded on your GPS to drive around with for testing purposes.
Note: Drivers may not drive anywhere else off-road besides the prescribed GPS testing Route. If so you will be disqualified from the event.

 

SAFETY & EMERGENCIES
It is absolutely essential to observe all highway safety codes and regulations as public roads are used.
To participate in this event.

EACH COMPETITOR HAS TO MANAGE THEIR OWN EMERGENCIES OR BREAKDOWNS. (Leave no rider alone or behind!).

A riders map will be provided containing emergency contact phone numbers, hospitals, support vehicle locations etc.  Teams suffering a terminating bike mechanical failure, rider injury or running extremely late are required to inform the ride "help line" the phone numbers will be provided on the "Riders Card". There is an absolute requirement to know the whereabouts of any entrant. If necessary, call 911 and request police, fire, ambulance etc.
Due to the long overall distance, riders/teams will be required to maintain a reasonable average speed without breaking any Ontario Highway traffic acts. This requirement is for basic safety as long sections of the later part of this ride may need to be ridden in the dark.


ROUTE SWEEPING
Rally Connex will not provide sweeping services for this class.

 

 

MEAL PLAN FOR PURCHASE
Meal Plans are available for purchase during your online registration process. Purchasing this will help make your Dacre experience an easier one. There are 2 different plans to choose from. 5 servings meal plan or an 8 servings meal plan. Catering is done by Hidden Valley Catering

Note: There are no meals available for purchase on the Wednesday of the event. Must purchase your meal plan before June 25th, 2024. After that, you will not be able to purchase a meal plan. No exceptions!

5 Servings meal Includes:

Friday Dinner:
-Lasagna, Caesar salad, Fresh rolls, Apple cake with caramel sauce, Cold drinks

Saturday Breakfast:
-Boiled eggs, Fresh fruit, Muffins and pastries, Yogurt, Coffee, tea and juice

Saturday Lunch:
-Sandwich, Veggie and dip, Bag of chips, Cookie, Water

Saturday Dinner:
-BBQ chicken, Scallop potatoes, Sweet glazed carrots, Pasta salad
-Fresh rolls, Black forest cheesecake

Sunday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage \, French toast casserole with maple
syrup, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, tea and juice

$100 plus Tax.


8 Servings meal Includes:

Thursday Dinner:
-Pulled pork on a bun, Roasted Potatoes, Baked Beans, Creamy coleslaw, Strawberry shortcake, Cold drinks

Friday Breakfast:
-Scrambled eggs, Bacon and breakfast sausage, Muffins and pastries, Fresh fruits, Coffee, tea and juice

Friday Lunch:
-Beef taco bar, vegetarian option available, Cookies and brownies, Water

Includes all of the above in the 5 serving meal plan.

$145 plus Tax.

 

THE RIDE

GPS ROUTES
GPS-guided routes consist of pavement roads, gravel roads, un-assumed roads, forest access roads, Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, hill climbs and descents, muddy passes, water holes, single-track trail systems, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking. All participants will experience the same GPS format, which is multiple track logs. If you complete the course in its entirety, each competitor's GPS will be collected at the finish line for judging. If your GPS track log is not turned on and recording you will be instantly disqualified from the challenge. Your track log must be accurate and free of errors. If any section of the course is missing from your GPS track Log you will be disqualified. You can use more than 1 GPS or a phone that records GPS tracks as a backup. Your speed is also recorded in your track log and failure to produce that information will also result in a total disqualification.

STAGE ONE
200KM to 550km
4 am Start to Calabogie for service & Lunch stop and mandatory 20-minute rest stop. The course consists of gravel roads, road allowances, jeep trails,   loose rock, Rocky rivers with fast-flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on the trail & bushwhacking. 

STAGE TWO
350km to 570km
Calabogie to McArthur Mills Finish. The course consists of the same difficult conditions as the morning stage one.  Mostly off-road, with Rocky rivers with fast flowing water, steep hill climbs and descents, deep muddy passes, large water holes, technical single-track trail systems, drop off`s & step-ups, multiple down trees on trail & bushwhacking.

Total Estamated KM = 700
Estamated riding time @ 50km per hour average =14 hrs

 

 

DACRE PRICING

 

ENTRY FEE FOR COMPETITORS
Entry fee: $395

Entry Fee Includes:
-Entry to the Challenge 1 Driver
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-GPS pre-start test course
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Commemorative T-shirt, Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

GPS Rental $25 - $55
See details during the registration process

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

Additional T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

Trail Permit $12.50
See details during the registration process

ENTRY FEE FOR SUPPORT TEAM
Entry fee base price: $40 each - Includes:

-Entry to the Challenge as a Support team person
-Entry to the Prologue
-GPS seminar
-On-site camping at the Start & Finish Line. 1 person Only
-Awards Ceremony, prize table.
-Competitor Decal.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

Meal Plan $100 - $145
See details on this page

T- Shirt $30
See details during the registration process

EVENT SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY

- 10am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 11am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 12pm: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: GPS Test Drives GPS Loading Closes - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: GPS Seminar - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 11pm: Quiet Time

NOTE: There is no meal plan available for this day. Meal plans can start on Thursday at supper time.

THURSDAY

- 9am: Camping opens to participants - (starting/finishing line location)
- 9am: Registration Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 9am: GPS Test Drives Open - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 3pm: GPS Test Drives Closed
- 4:30pm: Show & Shine Opens - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 5:30pm: Dinner Meal Plan Served - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6:30pm: Event Registration Closes
- 6:30pm: Moto, ATV & Argo Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 7:30pm: SXS Riders Meeting - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 10pm: Quiet Time

FRIDAY
- 6am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 8am: Tech inspection opens in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS - (starting/finishing line location)
- 10am: Prologue starts in the following order: Moto, ATV, SXS. - (starting/finishing line location)
- 12pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Lunch - (starting/finishing line location)
- 5pm: Starting times posted - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 6pm: Serving Meal Plan purchased Dinner - (Mayo Community Centre)
- 8pm: Quiet Time


SATURDAY
- 4am: Starting time in order of your Prologue Standings. Riders leave every 60 seconds - (starting/finishing line location)
- 2am: Challenge Closes - (starting/finishing line location)
Single riders, then teams, leave the grounds at 04:00hrs PROMPT, releasing competitors at 2-minute intervals. Single riders & teams will be assigned their starting minute by draw at the riders meeting on Friday night. Support crews can leave as soon as their riders have left. Ride your prescribed routes and return to the finish where riders will report in. Food will be catered to attendees that purchased the meal plan.

SUNDAY
- 9am: Serving Meal Plan purchased Breakfast
- 10:30am: Awards ceremony, door prize give away's to all present.
- 5pm: All Campers must be checked out

 

EVENT LOCATION
MAYO COMMUNITY CENTRE

64 Mayo Lake Rd McArthurs Mills, ON K0L 2M0

 

For questions and answers please email: rallyconnexevents@gmail.com

EVENT DATE July 10 - 14. 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JUNE 25 2024

COMPETITORS REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

 

SUPPORT CREW REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR THE DACRE LOGO DOWNLOAD CENTRE


OTHER INFO

-New Prologue for 2024
-The Ultimate Off-road Challenge
-Start to think about your team today!
-Sharpen up on your GPS skills
-Come for the Show & Shine!

 

2024 Dacre "The Longest Day" Rally Offical results.
89 vehicles started.
34 finished.

PROLOGUE
1st: #48 Aiden Johnson, ON, CAN. Gold Class Enduro Bike. 10:55
2nd: #47 Dan Johnson, ON, CAN. Gold Class Enduro Bike. 11:03
3rd: #16 Greg Vermeesch, ON Can, Gold Class SXS. 11:33

21 Hour CHALLENGE

-Gold ADV Twin Cylinder Solo
1st: #65 Ben Phaup. VA, USA

 

-Gold ADV Single Cylinder Solo
1st: #33 Shannon Irwin. ON, CAN

-Silver Enduro Bike Solo
1st: #42 Justin Lalonde. ON, CAN

 

-Bronze Enduro Bike Solo
1st: #46 Chris Schyff. ON,CAN
2nd: #45 Stephen Aberle. ON, CAN

-Iron Adventure Bike Team
1st: #51 & 52 Team Meyer. ON, CAN
2nd: #78, 79, 80, 81 Team Los Paisas. ON, CAN

 

-Gold ATV Solo
1st: #68 Jacob Donaldson

 

-Silver ATV Solo
1st: #53 James Mitchell
2nd: #58 Nicholas Schultz
3rd: #74 Matt Drummond

 

-Silver ATV Team
1st #59 Robert Morrow

 

-Bronze ATV Team
1st: #69, 70 CanAnimals. ON, CAN

 

-SXS Gold Solo
1st: #12 Rock Hill. ON,CAN

 

-SXS Gold Team
1st: #5 Steve Spudik & Shane Spudik
SHS Racing. NB, CAN

2nd: #16 Greg Vermeersch & Tanner Thoonen
Team AJP. ON, CAN

3rd: #17 Greg Evanitski & Tyler Evanitski
Evanitski Squared. ON, CAN

 

-SXS Bronze Solo
1st: #6 Kurt Arther, ON, CAN
2nd: #15 Mike Doyle, ON, CAN
3rd: #4 Mark Charlick, MI, USA

-SXS Bronze Team
1st:#10 George McLellan & Ron Kirkby ON, CAN
Team Black Creek Knights
2nd: Graham Burton & Elliott Burton. ON, CAN
Team Burton Brothers

 

CONGRATULATIONS
Thanks to all our sponsors!!!
Yamaha Motors Canada, Royal Distributing, Radioworld, KLIM &
Red Bull.