Welcome to the 4Islands Epic

We celebrate your adventurous spirit and your desire to explore and embrace new challenges. We hope it will be a fantastic introduction to your epic voyage in MTB stage racing. Buckle up for an unforgettable experience!

Your Journey Begins

Prologue – April 15th: Unije Island  A Bittersweet Start to the 4Islands Epic Journey

We were really looking forward to celebrating our 10th anniversary with all of you on new island, especially Unije. Unfortunately it is not going to happen this year. But don’t worry, there’s a wish and a plan in place to get you to Unije in one of the next 4Islands editions. Meanwhile, the new Prologue on Lošinj has all the ingredients for a perfect start: thrilling trails, technical segments, beautiful sea views, and the serenity of the island of vitality, as they call Lošinj.

Stage 1 – Lošinj Island Proceeding with, full Stage at the vibrant island of Lošinj. Famous for its lush greenery and crystal-clear waters, Lošinj offers breath taking views and lively local culture. Ride through this picturesque island and soak in the beauty around you.

REGISTRATIONS

Warming up

  1. Registration Process: Time to make it official! Head over to registration and get yourself signed up. You’re one step closer to glory!
  2. Bike Drop-off: Park your race machine in the Temporary bike park (Sport court on a walking distance from Race Hotel).
  3. Live Rider Briefing: Gather ’round the registration pond for the live rider briefing. This is where you’ll get the lowdown on all the race details.
  4. Official Welcome Drink: After the briefing, it’s time to celebrate with an official welcome drink. Cheers to new friends and an epic race ahead!
TIMEACTIVITYLOCATION
11:00-15:00CIOVITA & USWE Merchandise StoreHotel Vespera - Mali Lošinj - Island Lošinj
14:00-18:00 Registration / Race OfficeHotel Vespera - Mali Lošinj - Island Lošinj
14:30-20:00Temporary Bike ParkSports Court Hotel Vespera - Mali Lošinj - Island Lošinj
18:30-20:00Live Rider Briefing and Welcome DrinkHotel Aurora - Mali Lošinj - Island Lošinj
19:00-21:00DinnerHotel Vespera - Mali Lošinj - Island Lošinj

PROLOGUE

The first day of your 4Islands Epic journey!

  1. Retrieve Your Bike from the Temporary bike park (Sport court)
  2. Test Ride Prologue use opportunity to Test Ride Prologue (08:00-10:30)
  3. Start: Begin Prologue at your designated start time.
  4. Bike Drop-off: Before leaving, make sure to put your bike back in the bike park (Race Ferry)
TIMEACTIVITYLOCATION
08:00-11:30Temporary Bike Park / Bike Service Sport Court (walking distance from Race hotel)
11:30 - 15:00PrologueParking Race Hotel Vespera - Island of Lošinj
08:00-10:30Prologue Test CourseParking hotel Vespera
12:00-15:30Post Stage Recovery MealRace Hotel Vespera - Island of Lošinj
13:00Bike Park / Bike Service / Bike washRace Ferry, city port - Island of Lošinj

Tuesday, 15 April 2025

Distance 14km
Climbing 160m

Max Stage Time 1h40min

Start Location
Unije – Island Unije

Finish Location
Unije – Island Unije

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STAGE 1

An urban mountain biking adventure awaits on Lošinj

  1. Retrieve Your Bike: make sure to retrieve your bike from the race ferry.
  2. Start in Your Start Batch: Begin Stage 1 at your designated start time with your batch
  3. Have Fun: Enjoy the ride and have a blast!
  4. Take Your Reward: After finishing, don’t forget to collect your well-deserved reward
TIMEACTIVITYLOCATION
07:30-14:30Bike Park / Bike Service / Bike washRace Ferry at Ferry port Mali Lošinj
08:00-14:30Race Office / CIOVITA & USWE Merchandise StoreMali Lošinj - Island of Lošinj
09:00Start Stage 1Mali Lošinj - Island of Lošinj
11:00-14:30Post Stage Recovery MealMali Lošinj - Island of Lošinj
12:30Finish Line Awards UCI Women + all other categories who arrivedMali Lošinj - Island of Lošinj
13:52Finish Line closesMali Lošinj - Island of Lošinj

Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Distance 40km
Climbing 
850m

Max Stage Time 4:35h

Start Location
Mali Lošinj – Island of Lošinj

Finish Location
Mali Lošinj – Island of Lošinj

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FULL SERVICE RACE

Stay up to date! With the official Epic Series App, you won’t miss any news.

At 4Islands, logistics are as unique as the racing locations. Explorer riders can use the same race logistics and infrastructure services as other participants, including ferry transfers, bike parks, bike services, and bike washes. Everything you need to keep your adventure smooth and enjoyable!

Route Signage Keep an eye out for brightly colored markers along the trails. These will guide you through each stage, ensuring you stay on the right path and enjoy the stunning scenery without any worries.

Service Stations Throughout the race, you’ll find service stations stocked with refreshments. Grab some food and drinks to refuel and recharge. These stations are strategically placed to provide you with the energy boost you need to conquer each stage.

Safety is our top priority at the 4Islands Epic Race. Here’s what you need to know about emergency procedures

ONCE YOU ARE AN OFFICIAL FINISHER

Finishing the last stage and having conquered the rocks, marks a lifetime achievement and some long-lasting memories. Congratulations, it is well deserved, we hope you enjoyed our trails and would love to see you again at our unique playground – sea & islands.

Please, while enjoying all the endorphins, do not forget:

  • Receive your finisher medal (official finishers only).
  • Have your official finisher photo taken, with Sportograf capturing the moment for you. Your images from the entire race week will be available on sportograf.com within a few days of the race.
  • Hand in your tracking unit at the finish line.
  • Enjoy some drinks and snacks in the Race Village with your loved ones and fellow riders.

NEXT TIME, FULL RACE ?