Tackle the Toad
Jun 29, 2024 at 7:00 AM
Tackle the Toad
Nelson
Canada
Entry Fee $95
(Lowest or Early Registration)
Entry Fee 2 $150
(Highest or Late Registration)
Prize Money: no
Distance(s):
- 20K
- 50K
Type: Ultra
Participant Limit: 250
Percent of the course on un-paved trails: 100%
First Year of the Event: 2019
Men's Record: 2019 Steven Kaup (50) 2:22:59
Masters Men Record: 2019 Steven Kaup (50) 2:22:59
Women's Record: 2019 Allison Dick (30) 2:23:40
Masters Women Record: 2019 Leanne Douglas (46) 2:46:08
Description:
Tackle the Toad is a fun, adventurous trail running race that takes on Toad Mt in beautiful Nelson, BC. Leading lucky challengers on an epic route through world-class single track trails, flanked by ancient Cedar forests and rising up into the rocky alpine ridge lines above Kootenay Lake. Expect hard climbs, technical descents and awe-inspiring views! Runners can choose between the 20k or 50k distance with up to 2500m of vert (race dependent!). For folks looking for a challenging run, with a taste of proper Kootenay mountain running…this one is for you!
This years race will be headed by Race Director Emily Ostler, with the course design by local running legend Dave Stevens. With support from Nelson Running Club and in proud association with Nelson Cycle Club; a portion of race fee’s will be donated to maintain the beautiful trails in the area.
Map
Past Event Dates
Held on Jun 29, 2024
Held on Oct 03, 2021
Held on Sep 13, 2020
Held on Sep 08, 2019
Event Results
View 2019 Results