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We’re grateful to have the opportunity to bring one of the classic hill climb running events, Mt Si Hill Climb 17k into the Vert Running Series. Martin Volken, owner of North Bend’s Pro Ski and Moutain Service started this event a few years ago and it has gained a regular following of vert seeking enthusiasts.

We are excited to announce the Youth Under 20 division, thanks to ATRA and the Youth Trail Initiative.

Starting and finishing at the Pro Ski and Mountain Service shop in the outdoor mecca town of North Bend brings the European feel that steep mountain running races should have. You look up from the shop and see Mt Si as the backdrop and chills go down your body as you prepare to take on our shortest, 17k, vert event of the series. The first couple of miles is flat and gives the legs an opportunity to warm up and once you get to the Little Si trailhead, it’s all uphill from there. In fact, 3,500 feet of vert will push your lungs to the limits. You’ll get a quick break at the summit to take a peek of the Snoqaulmie Valley below and then it’s quad smashing time down the Mt Si Trail and back into North Bend.

The fastest man, woman and non-binary to the summit will receive $100 cash each. The top 3 of each Vert Running Series division will receive awards and everyone will receive a finishers custom bottle opener medal. Participants will also receive a meal at the Trail Family Food Tent.

Divisions

Elite is for the sponsored runners and pros and those that want to get recognized by the sponsors. We want to help local trail running vert monsters achieve their dreams.

Sport is for all recreational runners who want a great challenge but don’t have the time to get out and train like the pros. This is a fun way to meet new friends, challenge yourself while also getting prizes and awards.

Masters is for those who are 45 years of age and over. You are the ones that may still be at the top of your form, but those youngsters are taking away all the awards. You still have that competitive drive and now you can push it with others who are in the same boat..

Youth U20 is part of the ATRA Youth Trail Initiative and we’re honored to bring this to the Vert Running Series. Encouraging our youth to participate in trail runs and prepare for national and international competitions is a goal of ours. Top 3 boys and girls will receive custom awards and all will receive points towards the Vert Running Series Overall.

Mt Si VK

2024 is the inaugural year of this event and will be limited to the first 50 entries. Start time is 7 am for men and 7:15 am for women and non-binary.

This is the true test of mountain runners. 3,485 feet of gain in less than 3 miles that starts in the Little Si overflow parking area and goes up the Old Si Trail. This one is not for the weak at heart and will put the hurt on the legs, lungs, and mind. All participants will be fed at the Mt Si Vert Fest – Trail Family Food Tent afterwards.

Awards 3 deep for Men, Women and Non-binary. All finishers will receive a custom wooden medal at the finish line.

Mt Si Vert Fest

2024 is the inaugural year of this event that focuses on trail running. You’ll find shoe demos and other trail running related products at the expo along with live music and food.