Absolutely! Pedal Paddle Pace is designed for beginners, weekend warriors, and experienced athletes alike. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, enjoy an active day outdoors, or compete for a personal best, this multisport adventure is for you. Complete each leg at your own pace and enjoy the journey through some of Brant County's most beautiful scenery.

Registration is per participant. Whether you're racing solo or paddling with a partner, each participant must complete their own registration.

Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and CSA-approved cycling helmet. We provide the boats for the paddling portion of the event. You're also welcome to bring a backpack or gear bag with a change of shoes, clothing, or any other items you'd like for the run.

No. We provide the boats. You can choose to paddle:

A single kayak, or

A canoe with another registered participant.

After you complete the cycling portion and transition to the paddle, our event team will transport your bike back to the finish line.

If you've brought a backpack or gear bag, simply leave it at the paddle-to-run transition. We'll transport it to the finish line along with your bike, so everything is waiting for you when you cross the finish line.

Yes! If you'd like to paddle together, choose a canoe and share it with another registered participant. Otherwise, you'll paddle a single kayak.

Most participants complete the course in approximately 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on their pace and experience. Whether you're racing for a personal best or taking in the scenery along the way, the course is designed to be challenging, rewarding, and fun.

The Pedal Paddle Pace course includes:

🚴 17 km Bike

🛶 13 km Paddle

🏃 Approximately 6 km Run

The cycling route begins on Brantford's scenic trail system, travels toward Paris, Ontario, and returns to Brantford. The paddle follows the beautiful Grand River before finishing with a trail run to the finish line.

Your registration includes:

Event entry

Official Pedal Paddle Pace participant T-shirt

Boat rental (single kayak or shared canoe)

Bike transportation back to the finish line

Gear bag transportation from the paddle transition to the finish line

Post-event pizza

A finisher beer (for participants of legal drinking age) or a non-alcoholic beverage

Water and post-event refreshments

A professionally organized and fully supported multisport adventure

No problem! Pedal Paddle Pace was created to welcome first-time participants as well as seasoned athletes. The course is fully supported, the boats are provided, and our volunteers are there to help guide you through each transition. If you're comfortable riding a bike, paddling a kayak or canoe, and completing a 6 km run or walk/jog, you'll have everything you need to enjoy a memorable day outdoors.