We are thrilled to bring back the Rubble Creek Classic for 2023. This guide is intended to be a quick and easy reference to what is sure to be a fantastic race. Please note that changes may occur and we will do our best to communicate these in advance.
Schedule
Bib Pick-up:
Friday / Saturday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at the Escape Route, Whistler
Please have your ID with you.
Sunday: 6:30 - 7:30 am at the start line. Please email oli@escaperoute.ca if you will be collecting on race morning.
Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting:
Sunday, Sept 24th 7:00 am & 7:45 am at the START AREA
Official Race Start:
Soft Start: 7:15 am (This is intended for walkers)
Race Start: 8:00 am
Course Closure:
Sunday, Sept 24 th 3:15 pm (newly extended 8 hour cut off time)
Awards:
Sunday, Sept 24th at WHISTLER BREWING in Function Junction. Food and drinks at 5:00 pm. Awards at 6:00 pm. Music 6:30 pm. Awards include Top 3 males and females, last place and age group recognition.
Site Plan
Start Line
There is NO PARKING at the start line. There will only be a few spots available for event organizers. You must be dropped off here. The red square is where the start line will be.
Finish Line
BC parks have blocked out 40 spaces at Rubble Creek Car Park. We encourage you to car share where possible and have your driver arrive as close to your finish time as possible. Please post your rides on the Facebook page. We need to try and create a fairly swift collection system so nobody has to wait for parking. The red square is where the spaces will be and is also where the finish line is located.
The Route
Distance: 25km
Ascent: 1080m
Descent: 1353m
The route will be flagged with tape and there will be signage at all intersections
Mandatory Gear
It is critical to be self-sufficient and prepared for a variety of conditions. You will be in the wilderness and the weather can change quickly. In the event you need a rescue you may be isolated for several hours before evacuation. The route also has no aid stations so you must carry all of your own food and water.
- Backpack / Running vest / Running belt
- Windproof jacket
- Emergency blanket
- Whistle
Depending on the weather conditions, we may require participants to carry extra mandatory gear.
Recommended Gear
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof pants
- Gloves
- 500ml of water for every 1 hour
- 150 calories for every 1 hour
- Headlamp
- Bearspray
Race Rules
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All racers must sign a waiver
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You must wear your race bib on the front of your body at all times
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Participants must stick to the course. Look for ribbon and signage
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No outside help or assistance is permitted
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You must not litter or leave anything behind. This will be an automatic disqualification
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Escape Route is not responsible for any medical coverage or costs incurred by participants for any emergency and/or medical treatment
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All racers must carry the mandatory gear with them at all times
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The course travels through remote wilderness locations; please be respectful of other trail users and wildlife. Always give the right of way if you encounter any wildlife. Bear Spray is recommended. Please report any wildlife encounters to the race staff
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The race director is the final authority on enforcing the rules and regulations
Afterparty / Awards
On Sunday 24th, 5 - 8 pm at Whistler Brewing. 1045 Millar Creek Rd, Whistler, BC V8E 0W5 We will be providing every racer with pizza and a drink (alcoholic/non-alcoholic). We will RSVP with food choices closer to the event. There will be prizes provided by Dynafit for the top 3 male and female and last place. There will also be spot prizes given out.
Sponsors
We are excited to partner with Dynafit, MOTUS Endurance, Double Decker Scoops Ice Cream and FATMAP for this event.
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Dynafit is supporting by providing cash certificates for the top 3 male and female runners
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MOTUS Endurance has designed a custom training plan for the race
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Double Decker Scoops will be providing finish-line ice cream for every racer
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FATMAP has provided spot prizes