RaceGuide’s Race of the Week: Modo Spring Run-Off

From the Canadian Race Guide, your complete resource for accurate and insightful info on running events and races from coast to coast, we present our weekly featured runs and races.

Sunday March 22nd: Modo Spring Run Off 8K

Vancouver, B.C.

Certified Course, Popular/Sells Out

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The Modo Spring Run-Off in Vancouver, B.C. is the first event in the always popular and well-organized Canada Running Series.

The event features a single and spectacular 8K race that completes a tour around Vancouver’s Stanley Park including on sections of the famed and incredibly scenic Seawall.

Participants including recreational and elite athletes enjoy  panoramic views of the ocean, harbour and distant Vancouver Island to the west, as well as Lions Gate Bridge and the snow-capped North Shore Mountains to the north and east. The start and finish are located near the Stanley Park Pavilion which also hosts all the pre- and post-race amenities including entertainment, refreshments and awards.

By the Numbers

Participants: 1,000

Fee(s): $40-60

Charity

Take a Hike Foundation

Ratings

Scenery: 5; Organization: 5; Swag/medals: 4; Amenities: 4; Getting to/from: 4

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