Moments from Rock ‘n’ Roll Vancouver and Cunningham Seawall 10K

Runners ready to take over the streets of #RnRVAN this morning! Good luck and see you at the finish! pic.twitter.com/BEfUuGUxso

— Rock n Roll Marathon (@RunRocknRoll) October 25, 2015

This weekend, two prominent Vancouver races paired up for the ultimate west coast running event. Rock ‘n’ Roll Vancouver Half-Marathon and the Cunningham Seawall 10K collaborated for a two-day race weekend giving athletes and spectators a double dose of excitement.

Going into the half-marathon, Paul Kimugul was the pre-race favourite. He was expected to run a strong race in Vancouver and place first among the elite men. He didn’t disappoint this weekend landing himself right at the front of the pack with a 1:05:25 finishing time.

Second to him was Canadian runner Kelly Wiebe from Vancouver. Wiebe finished running a 1:05:49 well ahead of Bernard Ngeno who made it to the finish in 1:07:30.

Congratulations @kwiebely on your great finish at the @RunRocknRoll #RnRVAN #yourockedit #canadaproud pic.twitter.com/LM8OpIciMi — L-G Road Runners (@LGRoadRunners) October 25, 2015

As for the women’s race, one of Canada’s favourite runners Natasha Wodak placed first with a time of 1:18:58. Wodak’s presence was a surprise to some as it was not confirmed on Friday whether she would race or pace at the event. Second to her was Jane Ricardi (1:20:02) and Sabrina Wilkie in third running 1:21:05.

What’s cooler than @tasha_wodak winning @RunRocknRoll #RnRVAN today? Her mom is out volunteering at the finish line! pic.twitter.com/HdBSFWSTxR

— Dan Cruz (@CGIprguy) October 25, 2015

Congratulations to all the top finishers at @RunRocknRoll #RnRVAN incl @tasha_wodak and @kwiebely pic.twitter.com/dfIFznjjFI — L-G Road Runners (@LGRoadRunners) October 25, 2015

The Cunningham Seawall 10K took place on Saturday. Now 45 years strong, this race doesn’t seem to be losing momentum any time soon. Geoff Martinson and Kim Doerksen were the champions of the men’s and women’s races running a 29:50 and 36:29 respectively (Check out what this speedy woman has been using for fuel this week!).

Happy to snag the W at the @RunRocknRoll #RnRVAN 10k! Beauty day for a run ? #TeamNB @NewBalanceCan @V_FAC https://t.co/y9oFTIs1W0

— Kimberley Doerksen (@kadoerks) October 24, 2015

This weekend saw about 9,500 runners participate in both events combined. Those who raced got to enjoy mountain views, ocean air and a taste of the Seawall and Stanley Park.

The #RnRVAN 1/2 Marathon was quite scenic this morning. And that’s an understatement. pic.twitter.com/DLZANH3k7Z

— Rock n Roll Marathon (@RunRocknRoll) October 25, 2015

Paul Kimugul, who is smoking the #rnrvan course, is a full time police officer.Wouldn’t want to be chased by him. pic.twitter.com/wqOyWlx0wt

— RunWESTIN Concierge (@RunWestin) October 25, 2015

The #RnRVAN course is off the charts beautiful. pic.twitter.com/yuvHKh7kJN

— RunWESTIN Concierge (@RunWestin) October 25, 2015

Finish line with the @westvanrun team & crew! @bjcjapan @iamsamandiran, Guan!! We rocked it! #RnRVAN #RNRVAN10K pic.twitter.com/vlP43UgPqL

— Debra Kato (@debrakato) October 25, 2015

No doubt the @RunRocknRoll Vancouver 10k is one of the most scenic 6.2-mile courses in North America! #RnRVAN pic.twitter.com/dF1Y9bTarr

— Dan Cruz (@CGIprguy) October 24, 2015