Seek The Peak Relay

Seek The Peak Relay

July 2009

Hundreds of Racers Battled the Elements for Breast Cancer in 2008

The 5th Annual Seek the Peak relay, presented by Merrell, brought out close to 700 athletes of all ages and fitness levels, all ready for the challenge of tackling the 4,100-foot elevation gain in support of breast cancer.

Over several weeks, racers collected funds for the non-profit organization, Rethink Breast Cancer.  Rethink Breast Cancer is dedicated to helping young people concerned about and affected by breast cancer through innovative education, research and support programs. This year's Seek the Peak Relay, which departed from the Ambleside beach in West Vancouver, raised over $50,000 for the fight against breast cancer.  

2008 Results 

Overall Top Competitors:

  1. Eric Langhjelm 1:31:50
  2. Brett Snider 1:34:26 
  3. Christophe Simon 1:35:13

Top Women Competitors:

  1. Teresa Hovik 1:45:09
  2. Fiona McQuillan 1:46:44 
  3. Jennifer Zurowski 1:51:14

Top Relay Teams:

  1. North Van City Firefighters 1:38:57
  2. The Ribi Gang 1:40:01 
  3. Capilano Eagles 1:42:59

Top Team:

  1. Cheech And Thong In Training 2:21:04

For a complete list of 2008 finish times, please visit raceheadquarters.com.



6th Annual Grouse Mountain Seek The Peak Relay
2009 marks 6th Annual Grouse Mountain Seek The Peak Relay raising funds for Rethink Breast Cancer. The challenging 16-kilometre course starts on the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winds its way through North Vancouver, then heads up the legendary Grouse Grind® to the Peak of Vancouver.  

Seek the Peak is not strictly a race for elite athletes. Participants are primarily motivated by the symbolic overcoming of a significant obstacle, reflecting the ongoing fight against breast cancer.

Fundraising
This event is about Rethinking what matters. It’s about Rethinking our pain thresholds and our ambitions. More than this, it’s about Rethinking our priorities. So give to Rethink and together we will overcome breast cancer. Visit Rethink Breast Cancer for more information.



Registration Options

  • Solo (complete the entire 16km distance)
  • Team of 4 (must complete 16km distance together)
  • Relay (4 stages ranging from 2 km– 6km)

Online registration will open May 2009, please contact Guest Services for more information at 604.980.9311.

The Race Is On
Race alone or join 3 friends to enter any of the Team or Relay categories. The race will consist of 4 stages:

  • Stage 1: Ambleside Beach (Main Concession) to end of Keith Road - 3.5km
  • Stage 2: Keith Road to Grouse Mountain via Capilano Pacific Trail system - 6km
  • Stage 3: Grouse Grind® to Peak Chalet - 3.5km (2,800' vertical gain)
  • Stage 4: Top of Grouse Grind® to The Peak of Grouse Mountain and back to plaza outside the Peak Chalet (FINISH) - 3km (400' vertical gain)  

Prizing Categories

  • Overall male & female
  • Solo - Top 3 male and top 3 female each age category
    (Age Categories: Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+)
  • Team – Top team in each category
  • Relay – Top Relay team in each category
  • Draw prizing - open for athletes who sign up before race day

Timing and Results
Race Headquarters will be providing timing and result services for the 6th Annual Seek The Peak Relay.



2008 Results

For a complete list of 2008 finish times, please visit raceheadquarters.com.

Course Records:
Men: 1:23:03 set by Colin Dignum at the 2005 Seek The Peak Relay
Women: 1:40:23 set by Katrina Driver at the 2006 Seek The Peak Relay