With almost 2500 meters / 8250 feet of climbing and descent through the rough and rugged North Shore Mountains of British Columbia, Buckin’ Hell earns its name, and reputation. The race starts and finishes at the Mount Seymour Resort, atop Mount Seymour, and runners begin by running straight up the mountain from there. After tagging a lower summit, runners will begin their 1200 meter descent on down to the Seymour River far, far below. Along the way competitors travel through remnants of old growth forest, mixed in with modern day bike trails, woodwork and seemingly never ending technical terrain underfoot. Don’t leave it all out there on the descent as you still have to climb back on up the opposite side of the mountain to finish this thing off! Buckin’ Hell is an absolute showcase of some of the best trails and vantage points that Vancouver’s North Shore has to offer.
Start and finish in the scenic ski resort area of Mount Seymour Resort.
Distance options of a 35K course, a 50K ultra distance, and a 50K two-person relay. Featuring local favourite trails such as the Baden Powell, Mystery Lake, Severed, Brockton Lookout and the eponymous Old Buck trail, this is one of the most technically challenging 50km races you’ll come across!
PLUS! Every runner in all distances gets a pair of stylish red runners’ gloves with the Buckin’ Hell logo.
Kids Race
The Kids Race is about 1km in length, and most runners are aged between 3 – 10, though we welcome all kids to participate. It’s not timed, is non-competitive and purely for the fun of all involved, but with special kids’ bibs, finisher stickers to collect, and random draw prizes. Registration is FREE! But during registration, we offer parents the opportunity to donate to Butterfly Run Vancouver, a local organization that supports families dealing with pregnancy and infant loss.
Aid Stations and Drop Bags
35km – 4 aid stations
50km – 7 aid stations
All aid stations and drop bag locations are clearly displayed on the course map.
Our aid stations have all the good stuff: Näak waffles and energy drink, Coke, water, chips, fruit, cookies, M&Ms, watermelon and pickles.
2 Person Relay
50km total distance split via 23.5km and 26.5km legs:
23.5km leg is +800m / -1850m
26.5km leg is +1850m / -800m
*Relay teams must provide their own transport up and down Mount Seymour. One runner runs to the top while the teammate drives to the top, and once the first runner completes their leg they drive back down and greet their teammate at the finish line.
Poles
Poles are allowed for both distances ONLY after the Hyannis Aid Station (KM10/first aid station for 30km and KM20/second aid station for 50km).
Cupless
In our effort to reduce waste, all our races are now cup-free, meaning you’ll need to pack along your own cup for fluids at aid stations and at the finish line. Here are two suggestions: a collapsible cup (available in our merch store), or a homemade version cutting the top off an empty juicebox.
Bag Check
There will be a tent at the start/finish line to leave a bag, but it is not monitored so please label your bag and do not leave any valuables.
Beer GardenOur scenic Beer Garden at the start/finish at Mt Seymour Resort features Bridge Brewing
products. Grab a cold one after your race and cheer on other finishers (cash and credit card sales). Also be sure to stick around after your race for post-race pizza, which is included in your entry fee.
Awards / Results
Awards will be presented for top three per gender, and top team only per relay category M/W/Mixed.
Age categories are distinguished in our online posted results, but we do not present age group awards.
All finishers (35K, 50K, relay) will receive our new, unique, super amazing Buckin’ Hell medal! Yes, that’s a functioning bottle opener. With horns.
UTMB Qualifier
The Buckin’ Hell 50km is a UTMB Qualifier.
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