The GutBuster Ascent Race at Mt. Washington Ski Resort is the only uphill trail race on the Island. The race is a 6km run up to the top of Mt. Washington (1588m!) with 505m of elevation gain. The race starts at the base of the Green Chair Lift and steadily climbs throughout as you cross the mountain back and forth. Once above the treeline you'll be treated to some unbelievalbe views of the Comox Valley & Strathcona Park. The best part of it all is you get to ride the chair lift back down to the Alpine lodge. Definitely the most scenic and rewarding race in the series.

Ascent Course ~ 6 km

Individual members running for a club will score for their clubs total. The club with the highest point totals at the end of the series will win a club social night at Frontrunners in Langford sponsored by The North Face. The evening will include drinks, appies, 25% store discount and North Face draw prizes.