Welcome to DotWatcher

The first race in the new Solstice Series, a quartet of events covering all four seasons of the year. On the shortest day of the year, the Solstice Alleycat invites riders to race against the fading light, navigating between 10 checkpoints spread across the landscape before the sun sets. Unlike traditional races, there is no set course - each rider must choose their own path to beat the setting sun on this fleeting day.

Dec 21st 2024

The fourth edition of the Granguanche Audax Trail is a self-supported, single-stage, fixed-route, endurance cycling event across the Canary Islands; an unpaved route with considerable elevation gain. In true audax spirit, riders must be self-supported but are allowed to ride together and draft one another.

Nov 24th 2024

The 2024 edition of Across Andes is called Patagonia Verde as riders head into Chile's Aysén region known for its greenery, large glaciers, fjords, and snow-capped mountains. A ride at the end of the world.

Nov 24th 2024

Further Scotland carries on the spirit of the original Further in the Pyrénées. Which is about challenging and pushing boundaries. If Further in the Pyrénées is a challenge of off-roading and hike-a-bike in a mountainous region, Scotland will be a challenge against the elements.

Oct 25th 2024

2024 has been a busy year, the Triple Crown Challenge record has fallen, we've dotwatched over 50% more races than last year, and we've seen some exciting new talent emerge. Take a look to see the People's Choice, Best DotWatcher, Best Race Documentation and more.

By: Amanda Wishart

By: Kitty Dennis

Dec 31st 2024

A selection of race films and athlete endeavours from 2024, perfect for the longer nights in the Northern Hemisphere or on your turbo trainer.

By: Kitty Dennis

Dec 20th 2024

The Bikepacking Triple Crown is comprised of three routes: the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, the Arizona Trail, and the Colorado Trail. Completing all three in a lifetime earns a rider a place on the Triple Crown Finisher list. The Challenge, does this all in one season.

By: Beccy Waters

By: Kitty Dennis

Dec 9th 2024

The fourth edition of the Granguanche Audax Trail: an unpaved route across the Canary Islands with considerable elevation gain. With a rich variety of terrain to contend with, the route calls for hardtail MTBs, or monster-cross gravel bikes with low gearing.

Nov 23rd 2024