If you’re like us and can’t sleep – on the eve of the marathon – we here with some reading/sleeping material. Let’s take a look at some of the numbers that have been published this week. First is a conspicuous absence: Maureen, 10x finisher, was absent this year. But don’t fret – she’s already signed… Read more »
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ENDURrun 2023 media
Stage 3 is done, with no changes to overall, rookie, or masters leaders over the past few days. With Wednesday being a morning off from the grueling week, we want to take a moment to highlight the media we create and the people who make it possible. We have two primary photographers covering all Stages,… Read more »
Stage 1 recap and Stage 2 start list
And they’re off! On an unseasonably cool day in Waterloo, Ontario, runners hit the beautiful paved trail system along the Grand River Trail at RIM Park/Walter Bean Trail/Grey Silo Golf Course for a half marathon. August is not the typical season for half marathons, but of course, nothing about ENDURrun is typical. Congratulations to all… Read more »
2023 is underway
Runners descended on Conestogo, Ontario on Saturday, August 12 for “Stage 0.” It’s a chance to see old friends, welcome new faces, calm nerves, spot the competition, and take a dip in the race director’s pool… This year, there was a new swag item. Check out the gallery below. The 19th annual ENDURrun kicks off… Read more »
Exclusivity at stake in Stage 7
Check out these categories. In race history, four ENDURrunners are tied with 9 finishes, and all are on track to jointly enter the Thousand Club in 2022, which is quite a feat. Maureen Pecknold, Jack Kilislian, Mark McDonald, and Vicki Zandbergen: all you have to do is finish 😛 View this post on Instagram On… Read more »
Full Stage 6 splits
Our results site is, as you know, amazing. Lots of work has been put into offering something that is intuitive, interactive, and simply useful. But one limit we currently have is posting of splits for a 25-lap race. So for today’s race, we posted clean 5-lap splits (2k), and if you want more data from… Read more »
Start list for Stage 6
Well done, runners! Of all the challenges that make The ENDURrun, the 16 mile hilly trail run is one of the highest. We would love to hear what you thought about Baden Hills as a Stage 5 venue. It was our first time ever hosting a timed race there. Are your legs screaming? Good news… Read more »
ENDURrun 2023 now live
We’re back! It might not be a big surprise, but we’re coming back for 2023. Sign up here with the Earlybird promo code of ER2023. This was a big year of transition for us, with so much changing, including venues courses, swag and food, and lots of volunteer turnover. But the response has been what… Read more »
Thank you to our partners
With no results to report on Wednesday morning, we want to shine a quick light on some of the key groups you will see all week. First let’s look at some corporate partners of Run Waterloo generally who are here this week. Runners’ Choice Waterloo and Shoppers’ Drug Mart Elmira & Elora are both at… Read more »
ENDURrunners earn a morning off
Stage 3 is 30 KM cross country, and for the first time in ENDURrun history, it was held away from Bechtel park. Shade’s Mill was a well-received replacement, with extra shade and more trail on the 5k loop. Thanks to the Grand River Conservation Authority for hosting us! Robert Brouillette increased his lead and Valery… Read more »