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Chase the Sun – Track Ultra

Welcome to the inaugural Chase the Sun, a fun-focused track ultra designed to help you test your limits, celebrate one of the longest days of the year, and connect with an amazing running community. Whether you're chasing a milestone (like 100 miles — yes, it’s possible!), aiming for a personal best, or just soaking up the movement and good vibes, this is your day to shine.

Event Details

LOCATION

Russell High School 400m Outdoor Track
 

DATE

Saturday, June 14, 2025
 

TIME

Sunrise (5:14 AM) to Sunset (8:47 PM)
 

SURFACE

Standard 400m track
 

DIRECTION CHANGES

Every 3 hours – 8 AM, 11 AM, 2 PM, 5 PM
 

AID STATIONS

 Breakfast, lunch, supper & classic aid station snacks
 

SWAG

T-shirt + finisher certificate with laps & distance
 

SPECIAL AWARD

100-mile finishers receive a custom belt buckle

Registration Options

Solo

  • Chase the Sun Challenge

(Sunrise to Sunset – 15:38)

  • 12 Hour: 8 AM – 8 PM

  • 6 Hour AM: 8 AM – 2 PM

  • 6 Hour PM: 2 PM – 8 PM

  • 3 Hour: 11 AM – 2 PM
     

Relay Teams (2–3 runners)

  • Choose 6 Hour Relay or 12 Hour Relay

One runner on the track at a time — you choose the order and strategy!

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🛑 Minimum 15 paid registrants required by May 15 @ 11:59 PM or the event will be cancelled.

Fees (incl. HST)

Solo​

Early Bird (before May 15, 2015 @ 11:59 PM)

  • Chase the Sun Challenge Hour/12hr: $125.00

  • 6 Hour: $95

  • 3 Hour: $65

Regular ( after May 15, 2015 @ 11:59 PM)

  • Chase the Sun Challenge Hour/12hr: $130.00

  • 6 Hour: $105.00

  • 3 Hour: $85.00

  • Relay (per person). Same as solo options

Relay Teams 

  • Same as solo options per teammate

Notes ​

Russell Run Club Members: $10 off (valid membership required before registering).
Refund Policy: No refunds or transfers unless event is cancelled.
Upgrades allowed (pay the difference). Downgrades okay, but no reimbursement

Race Day Schedule

4:30–5:00 AM: Package pick-up

5:14 AM: Chase the Sun Challenge starts (sunrise)

8:00 AM: 12 Hour & 6 Hour AM start

11:00 AM: 3 Hour start

2:00 PM: 6 Hour PM start

8:00 PM: 12 Hour races end

8:47 PM: Chase the Sun ends (sunset-ish)

Post-race: Awards + good vibes

 

Mandatory briefing: 15 mins before each start.

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Timing & Results

Lap counting + distance recorded by race team (outsourced if needed)
Final results based on official lap count
Raise any concerns as soon as possible on race day​

 

Track Rules & Etiquette (final version will be emailed pre-race)

  • Lane 1 = Run, Lane 2 = Passing, Lanes 4–5 = Walkers/social pace

  • Walk breaks okay in Lane 1 unless significantly slowing

  • Change direction only after finishing your lap

  • Leave/return for aid from designated area only

  • Return to the same spot after breaks

  • Do not leave school property during your race

  • Headphones okay — we recommend one ear only

  • Please keep the track clean and respect your fellow runners.

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Aid Station & Food

  • Hot meals (think sandwiches, quesadillas, pizza…)

  • Classic snacks, electrolytes, water, coffee & more

  • BYO containers to help reduce waste 

  • Allergies? Let us know in advance

 

Swag & Awards

  • Race t-shirt for all participants

  • Finisher certificate with name, lap count, distance

  • 100 Mile Club: Custom belt buckle with mileage engraved

  • Awards ceremony after final results

 

Crew & Spectators

  • Crew support welcome in designated infield areas

  • Bring your own tent/table — no ground pegs please

  • No crew/spectators on the track

Final Notes

  • This is a test event — not eligible for national records

  • It’s all about fun, self-challenge, and community 

Contact

Questions? Want to volunteer or help out?
Email: michelle@russellrunclub.ca

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