Eastside Runners and FootZone are pleased to present one of the Seattle area’s oldest
and most popular running events:
A 59-mile relay for five-person teams.
Each runner does two legs.
Two ultra runs of 50 miles and 50 kilometers.
All runs start and finish at Snoqualmie
Elementary School in Snoqualmie, Wash.
(30 miles east of Seattle).
2010 Event Information
Many thanks to everyone who participated in the Mt. Si Relay & Ultra Runs. All events sold out early and we enjoyed a day of perfect running weather in the Snoqualmie Valley. Special thanks to our enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers who make this favorite annual event possible.
Mt. Si Relay
Want to try your first relay race? How about a relay that won’t keep you up all night? The Mt. Si Relay is great for first-timers, as well as for seasoned teams seeking a fun event without too many logistics. Your team of five can ride in one vehicle. Team categories are determined by total team age on race day, which allows flexibility in assembling your team.
Most of the 59-mile course is on the hard-packed Snoqualmie Valley Trail. The trail’s gentle grade is excellent for running with spectacular views. There are ten individual legs, with each team member running two. Exchanges are well-marked and manned by volunteers. Method of exchange is a simple touch off by hand.
For detailed relay information, see our Relay page.
Ultras
As with the relay, the ultra events are excellent venues for runners stepping up to a 50K or 50-mile distance for the first time. The trail is generally smooth without too much elevation, with very good support on the course.
For 50-milers there are six full aid stations and three mini food/water stations. For 50K participants, there are three full aid stations and two mini food/water stations. Of course everything that makes the ultras good for first-timers also makes it a fast and rewarding adventure for experienced ultra runners.
Categories are Open (under 40), Masters (40-49), and Veterans (50+) for both male and female. All ultra participants will receive their own unique ultra garment.
Both ultras events are official Trail Runner Trophy Series races.
For detailed ultra information, see our Ultras page.
Finish line
Refreshments will be available at the finish area. A limited number of shirts from this year and previous years will be for sale. Runners names will be pre-drawn and random prizes presented during the event, starting at packet pickup.
Results and awards
Complete results are now available. Click on the results link on the blue bar at the top of this page. Awards will be given to the top finishers in each category/division. All ultra finishers receive a unique Mt. Si medal. Awards not picked up at the event will be mailed. Direct any questions to mtsirelay@verizon.net.
Event history
The event began as the “Falls to Gasworks Relay” in 1983, beginning at Mt. Si High School near Snoqualmie Falls and ending at Gasworks Park in Seattle. In 1999, the event was moved to the Snoqualmie Valley and was renamed the Mt. Si. Relay & Ultra Run. In 1999 the solo run was 52.1 miles, and in 2000 it was changed to a 50.0 miles. In 2003, a 50K solo run was added and the name was changed to Mt. Si Relay & Ultra Runs.
RESULTS POSTED
Results are been posted for all 2010 events. Click the results link on the blue bar above.
2010 HIGHLIGHTS
50-Mile: Ryne Melcher of North Vancouver, B.C. defended his title and set a new course record with a time of 5:54:15, an average pace of 7:05 per mile. Jody Aslett of Sand Point, ID, ran 7:34:40 to win the women's race.
50K: Jeff Hashimoto of Ellensburg, WA, ran 3:28:37 to take top honors in the men's division, while Annie Thiessen of Tacoma broke the tape at 3:59:05. Last year, Thiessen won the women's 50-Mile race.
RELAY: Top honors in the relay go to "Husky Running Club the Men in Tights" (Male Open); "Mary and her Entourage" (Mixed Open) and "Absolutely Fabulous" (Female Open). The “S.W.E.A.T. Vets” won the male-veteran division, finishing fourth overall.
DONATIONS
Eastside Runners is a not for profit 501c(4) club. We are pleased to announce that a portion of the proceeds from this year’s event will be donated to Hopelink, Girls on the Run and the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust.
2010 Event Sponsors
