Wineries, PBs and a post-race party at Kelowna’s Wine Country Half

Destination Races kicked off at The Vibrant Vine bright and early this morning! It was great seeing so many people participate in the Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon again! A huge thank you for letting us be the starting line! More photos later today! Be sure you come back up to the tasting room after the marathon to receive 4 complimentary tastings! We'll also have AMAZING tacos from @bare_taco and music by the ever so talented, Monica Tracey!

A photo posted by The Vibrant Vine (@thevibrantvine) on Sep 4, 2016 at 9:52am PDT

The fourth annual Kelowna Wine Country Half-marathon provided the ideal environment for runners, wine enthusiasts or both.

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The half-marathon in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan region is one of western Canada’s most popular destination races. The half-marathon was held this morning at 7 a.m. local time at Vibrant Vine winery.

The race, the only Canadian stop on the Destination Race Series, is point-to-point with the latter stages run along scenic Okanagan Lake. Runners finish at Waterfront Park in downtown Kelowna. There is also a wine aid station on-course.

You gotta put in work to take this wine bottle coaster home! Who's ready to crush the #KLwinehalf tomorrow?!!!!!! #letsdothis #willrunforwine

A photo posted by Destination Races (@winecountryhalf) on Sep 3, 2016 at 6:04pm PDT

Each of the top three finishers received cash winnings plus an additional wine prize. Former University of Calgary standout Brad Bickley won the half-marathon in 71 minutes. Erin Burrett of Nanaimo, B.C. was the overall women’s winner as she is in the midst of marathon training. Top results can be found below.

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Runners got to enjoy beverages from local wineries as part of the post-race festival. The Okanagan Valley is one of Canada’s top wine regions and is one of the most scenic areas in Canada.

And just like that, it's time for wine! Let the celebrations begin! #KLwinehalf

A photo posted by Destination Races (@winecountryhalf) on Sep 4, 2016 at 10:32am PDT

Participants received a wine glass for complimentary tastings to celebrate their half-marathons on Sunday morning and afternoon. The finisher medal can also double as a coaster. There were 798 finishers, according to Race Day Timing.

Top-20 results

1. Brad Bickley (M25-29) – 1:11:13
2. Scott Jensen (M40-44) – 1:15:51
3. Chad Portwood (M30-34) – 1:16:15
4. Erin Burrett (F30-34) – -1:16:36
5. Malindi Elmore (F35-39) – 1:19:26
6. Felipe Edora (M45-49) – 1:20:31
7. David Starr (M25-29) – 1:22:17
8. Joshua Fraser (M25-29) – 1:23:23
9. Allison Blackmore (F50-54) – 1:23:53
10. Zachary Jackman (M19-24) – 1:24:43
11. Darren Klass (M35-39) – 1:24:46
12. Ed Bickley (M55-59) – 1:27:06
13. Andrew Vander Leek (M55-59) – 1:27:07
14. Katherine Moore (F35-39) – 1:27:51
15. David Bierbrauer (M40-44) – 1:28:26
16. Ken Skea (M60-64) – 1:28:32
17. Warren Beattie (M40-44) – 1:29:11
18. Drew George (M50-54) – 1:29:18
19. Christopher Schuld (M40-44) – 1:30:55
20. Tyler Ehlers (M19-24) – 1:32:00

Link to full results.

Photos

I run for wine! Thanks for a great race at Wine Country Half Marathon by Destination races this am in Kelowna. #vibrantvines #winecountry #running #goodlife #kelowna #destinationraces

A photo posted by Malindi Elmore (@malindielmore) on Sep 4, 2016 at 10:44am PDT

#KLwinehalf completed ?? the longest run I've ever done and I finished in just over 2hrs instead of 2.5hrs ? Ready to not be on my feet for the rest of the morning!! #run #runningcommunity #running #longdistancerunning #halfmarathon #kelowna #winecountrymarathon

A photo posted by Val Lavigne (@val.lavigne86) on Sep 4, 2016 at 9:34am PDT

Kelowna wine country half marathon ❤️? #drinkswellwithothers #kelownawinehalf

A photo posted by christine drag (@christinedrag) on Sep 4, 2016 at 6:54am PDT

What a beautiful venue for some tastings after running a half marathon! @winecountryhalf

A photo posted by Scenic Road Cider (@scenicroadcider) on Sep 4, 2016 at 8:59am PDT

The best cheering squad ever. Also the biggest finishers medal ever, lol. #winecountrymarathon #run #running #kelowna #bc #halfmarathon #nike #okanagan

A photo posted by Chris Stephens (@c_j_stephens) on Sep 4, 2016 at 10:59am PDT

Congratulations everyone who completed the @DestinationRace #KLwinehalf today. We've got your finish line wine ready pic.twitter.com/G5S6LNvugc

— Squeezed Vineyards (@Squeezedwines) September 4, 2016

Remember when I thought running was a good idea? I lied. #FroOnTheGo #WillRunForWine ? #KLhalfHalf @winecountryhalf #LetsDoThis

A photo posted by AsiaLee (@asialee_22) on Sep 4, 2016 at 6:53am PDT

Today I completed my 1st half marathon. Hit my goal time and saw some unreal scenery. Time to hydrate with an abundance of wine.

A photo posted by Tyler Pawlowsky (@garney_bumble) on Sep 4, 2016 at 10:11am PDT

Congrats to Tiffany for her first half #marathon #winecountryhalfmarathon

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