Welcome to the P.A.C.E Trail Race Series where we host a variety of events in beautiful British Columbia. Our goal is simple. To offer a professional, challenging, memorable & scenic race series that leaves our participants feeling exhausted but overjoyed upon completion. We know running feels good, giving back feels good and that doing both feels great, so we also support local charities and donate a portion of every race entry back to the trails via supporting local trail builders and organizations.
Our race series is very diverse, despite three races being held in the Okanagan and one held in the Kootenays. The terrain and landscapes are all unique in each race and not one race course will leave you feeling like the other. They do have a few things in common, however. They're all really tough in their own right, they combine the best trail networks of each area and each one will make your eyes pop with views galore.
Our series is all about homemade touches; apple pies, jams, beer steins, ceramic finishers medals and embracing the gift to be able to run and enjoy the journey. It's where you arrive and meet new friends and leave as family.
Our race series is very diverse, despite three races being held in the Okanagan and one held in the Kootenays. The terrain and landscapes are all unique in each race and not one race course will leave you feeling like the other. They do have a few things in common, however. They're all really tough in their own right, they combine the best trail networks of each area and each one will make your eyes pop with views galore.
Our series is all about homemade touches; apple pies, jams, beer steins, ceramic finishers medals and embracing the gift to be able to run and enjoy the journey. It's where you arrive and meet new friends and leave as family.
Nimble BearRace Date: September 25, 2021
Priority Registration: Jan 15-17, 2021 Public Registration: Feb 3, 2021 10km, 25km, 50km Running Nimble Bear is like opening up a treasure chest. From the sweet single track, to the epic views, to running along the lake and under a rock bridge - there is quality & challenge all around you!
Held in Rose Valley Regional Park, Nimble Bear is a hidden gem that will leave a sparkle in your soul and ache in your quads. A challenging and memorable early season race that everyone should add to their calendar! Race cap: 250 runners Sell-out rate: 2hrs |
Wild Horse TraversePOSTPONED to June 4, 2022
Public Registration: Jan 1, 2022 50km WHT is a challenging point to point destination trail running race that traverses through Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park, rocky canyons, along the Kettle Valley Railway (KVR), past vineyards and finishes in Naramata, BC.
Due to a significant portion of the race traversing through remote and rugged terrain in OK Mountain Provincial Park, regular annual trail maintenance is mandatory in order to keep our racers safe and receive our event permissions and permits. With the Provincial Park closures around COVID-19 and high fire risks in the park in 2020, trail maintenance was not approved. This has resulted in the trail becoming increasingly overgrown, which limits our access and poses a safety risk for runners. Please click the link below to read more... |
Broken GoatPOSTPONED to July 15-17, 2022
Priority Registration: Jan 15-17, 2021 Public Registration: Feb 1, 2021 12km, 25km, 50km + Stage Race The 50k & 25k courses follow the 7 Summits trail which is a spectacular point to point single-track traverse of the Rossland Range. It is challenging, adventurous, has spectacular views and is a true high alpine experience, making it the crown jewel of the Rossland trail network.
The entire 12k course takes place on Red Mountain which peaks at 2072m at the summit. The stage race consists of the 12k on Friday, the 50k on Saturday and the 25k on Sunday. Limited spots! Race cap: 550 runners Sell-out rate: 20min |
Wandering MooseRace Date: October 9, 2021
Priority Registration: Jan 15-17, 2021 Public Registration: Feb 5, 2021 12km, 21km & 42km This event is the "home" of where our series all started, so it's very near and dear to our hearts. It's grassroots goodness with a few surprise punches along the way.
The trails are flowy with lots of single track and technical sections. We have chosen the best trails that Myra Bellevue Provincial Park has to offer with a fan favourite being the Angel Springs network which is rooty, rocky and has a west-coast vibe. Pumpkin pie, autumn beauty and heartfelt hugs. It's the feel good season closer. Race cap: 400 runners Sell-out rate: 30 days |
2021 VIRTUAL RACES
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Race Date: Month of June
Registration: Monday December 7, 2021 @7pm PST 135k & 5000m in 6 consecutive days Rendezvous 135 challenges runners to run the length of Okanagan Lake and gain minimum 5000m elevation over 6 consecutive days.
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Race Date: Month of July
Registration: Monday December 14, 2021 @7pm PST 5000m in as many as 7 consecutive days PACE High Five will inspire the inner mountain goat in everyone! Participants have up to 7 consecutive days to gain 5,000m.
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QUADZILLA
We created the Quadzilla as a way of thanking our racers who choose to run all 4 events in our series and provide a little extra fun and motivation! Runners can choose to register for any distance, however they all have to run at least one 50km, as the Wild Horse Traverse only offers one distance. All 4 events also must be ran in one calendar year.
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2021 QUADZILLA
Originally when we postponed Wild Horse Traverse, we allowed runners to replace it with one of our virtual events instead to still qualify and earn a QUADZILLA finish. With the recent postponement of Broken Goat, we have decided to offer the following options for those of you still wanting to participate in this year's QUADZILLA: You can replace Broken Goat with one of the following options: 1. PACE High 5 Virtual Race. Run 5,000m in 7 consecutive days, raise money for Canadian Mental Health and you can pick any 7 days in July to complete it!* 2. Run a minimum of 12km with 720m ascent (the Broken Goat 12km course equllivant) and submit proof of your run to Hannahpacetrailruns@gmail.com before July 31st at 12am PST. *In light of the recent postponement of Broken Goat, we have REOPENED REGISTRATION FOR PACE HIGH 5 until Sunday June 13th at 12am PST. |
2020 finishers t-shirt
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We are still optimistic that Nimble Bear & Wandering Moose will take place this fall. Should these events also get postponed, however we will still offer a virtual option and will release those details if required, so keep training!
Quadzilla finishers will receive
- a custom t-shirt, toque or other awesome branded gift (currently undecided but it will be rad)
- custom Quadzilla finishers medal
- chance to win one of two amazing prizes (all finishers will go into the draw prize)
1. Free entry into the 2022 TransRockies Run (Colorado Rockies)
2. Half off an entry into the 2022 Dynafit Transalpine Run Powered by Volkswagen R. (Alps)
Quadzilla finishers will receive
- a custom t-shirt, toque or other awesome branded gift (currently undecided but it will be rad)
- custom Quadzilla finishers medal
- chance to win one of two amazing prizes (all finishers will go into the draw prize)
1. Free entry into the 2022 TransRockies Run (Colorado Rockies)
2. Half off an entry into the 2022 Dynafit Transalpine Run Powered by Volkswagen R. (Alps)
