Seek The Peak Relay

2009 Results

The 6th Annual Grouse Mountain Seek The Peak Relay ushered in a new course record set by Katrina Driver in a time of 1:39:06, in the solo women category. The win marked the second course record for the 31-year-old Vancouver resident, who improved upon her 2006 performance by less than a minute in the gruelling 16-kilometre race. The fastest male in the solo category was four-time winner and reigning course record holder, Colin Dignum, who clocked a time of 1:26:21. The quickest relay team was Relay Regretting, and the group finished at a pace of 1:26:38.

The event drew over 500 race participants, with an even number of solo runners and relay teams, to overcome the 4,100 feet elevation gain in order to raise funds for Rethink Breast Cancer. Fundraising from this year’s event is expected to bring Seek the Peak's cumulative total to over $200,000 benefitting Rethink Breast Cancer.

2009 Results:



Merrell is pleased to present the 6th Annual Grouse Mountain Seek The Peak Relay raising funds for Rethink Breast Cancer. The challenging 16-kilometer course starts on the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver, winds its way through North Vancouver, then heads up the legendary Grouse Grind® to the Peak of Vancouver.

Seek the Peak is not strictly a race for elite athletes. Participants are primarily motivated by the symbolic overcoming of a significant obstacle, reflecting the ongoing fight against breast cancer.

Hundreds of Racers Battled the Elements for Breast Cancer in 2008
Last year’s Seek the Peak relay brought out close to 700 athletes of all ages and fitness levels, all ready for the challenge of tackling the 4,100-foot elevation gain in support of breast cancer.

Where the Funds Go
This event is about rethinking what matters. It’s about Rethinking our pain thresholds and our ambitions. More than this, it’s about Rethinking our priorities. So give to Rethink and together we will overcome breast cancer.

Over the past five years, this unique, pledge-driven event has raised over $160,000 for Rethink Breast Cancer. By participating in Seek the Peak you are helping fight breast cancer.

$5 of your event entry fee and all proceeds from event shirt sales go directly to Rethink Breast Cancer. We encourage all participants to raise funds for Rethink by collecting pledges from friends, families, and coworkers to support the cause. All funds that are raised from Seek the Peak go directly to support BC-based support programs and researchers who are working towards the goal of finding a cure for breast cancer. 

CLICK HERE TO START FUNDRAISING NOW!
Or, download the Manual Pledge Form (.pdf)



Registration Options

  • Solo Men & Women (Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) – must complete the entire 16km distance
  • Team of 4 (Open Men, Open Women, Masters Men 40+, Masters Women 40+, Corporate, Co-ed 2 Men/2 Women) – must complete 16km distance together
  • Relay (Open Men, Open Women, Masters Men 40+, Masters Women 40+, Corporate, Co-ed 2 Men/2 Women) - 4 stages ranging from 2 km– 6km

The Race Is On

  • Race alone or join 3 friends to enter any of the Team or Relay categories. The race will consist of 4 stages:
  • Stage 1: Ambleside Beach (Main Concession) to end of Keith Road - 3.5km
  • Stage 2: Keith Road to Grouse Mountain via Capilano Pacific Trail system - 6km
  • Stage 3: Grouse Grind® to Peak Chalet - 3.5km (2,800' vertical gain)
  • Stage 4: Top of Grouse Grind® to The Peak of Grouse Mountain and back to plaza outside the Peak Chalet (FINISH) - 3km (400' vertical gain)
  • Please click here for Course Map Stage 1 & 2 (.pdf), Course Map Stage 3 & 4 (.pdf), and Course Description (.pdf)

Please contact Guest Services for more information, or to register by phone at 604.980.9311.

Prizing Categories:

  • Overall male & female
  • Solo - Top 3 male and top 3 female each age category (Age Categories: Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
  • Team – Top team in each category
  • Relay – Top Relay team in each category
  • Draw prizing - open for athletes who sign up before race day

Loads of prizing will be given away to the above winners as well as in draw prizing. All prizing is courtesy of Merrell, Grouse Mountain, Running Room, and Innovative Fitness.

Please note: Day-of registrants are not eligible for draw prizing.

Timing and Results:
Race Headquarters will be providing timing and result services for the 6th Annual Seek The Peak Relay. Results will be posted at www.raceheadquarters.com within 24 hours of the event. 

Course Records:
Men: 1:23:03 set by Colin Dignum at the 2005 Seek The Peak Relay
Women: 1:39:06 set by Katrina Driver at the 2009 Seek The Peak Relay