Breck Epic has no ties to the Epic Ride Series or the ‘Epic’ like Cape Epic.
it’s a small field due to the price - it’s not cheap - and the days are hard. It’s a destination race. Mike (the organizer) chooses to cap the field at 400 for numerous reasons, but for one, stress and impact on our local trails.
This year probably had one of the larger named pro fields in a long time in terms of influence and stature. The event has always had a robust list of pro men starting it - Grotts, Kabush, Wells, Finsty, Sonntag, local Pros etc. The women’s field has always been pretty small.
I just think due to the timing of the race, price, and it’s hard as fuck is why you don’t get too much press about it. All six stages are amazing, views are stunning, and the descents are some of the best around.