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A tradition of excellence
Unofficial results of top 3 in Male and Female overall. All are USATF members so can rightly be called USATF champions and claim the prize money.
Michael Wardian 6:52:50
Adam Lint 6:59:36
Jasper Halekas 7:04:25
Susannah Beck 7:32:12 (new course record)
Kami Semick 7:42:54
Annie Thiessen 8:29:45
We had 202 finishers!
2008 Race photos now available
Welcome to the website for the White River 50 Miler, a Pacific Northwest favorite since 1993 and a national championship event since 2001.
Set in the shadow of Mt. Rainier, this race offers spectacular
views. Like "The Mountain" itself, though, the race stands as an ultimate test of mental character and physical
endurance. Over the 50-mile distance the race course rises and falls a
staggering 8,700 feet (total elevation change: 17,400 feet). The race features rolling terrain, ridge tops,
northwest forest, several sections of technical trails, and of course
several demanding climbs and challenging descents.
Race numbers are limited to 400 of the toughest endurance athletes
this country has to offer. Most competitors will be pleased just to complete
the race distance. However, as an extra testament to supreme performance,
at least $7,500 in prize money is offered, going five deep in each
category.
The White River 50 Miler is directed by Scott McCoubrey, a competitive ultra runner and owner of the Seattle Running Company.
McCoubrey heads an experienced group of race staff, including:
• Tom Cotner (Chair of the Open Committee of the Pacific Northwest
Division of USA Track & Field), Course Official;
• John Wallace, III, Volunteer Coordinator
• Ian Torrence, Athlete Coordinator.
Supporting
the managerial labors are Seattle Running Company and Pacific Northwest
Track & Field. PNTF has organized 19 national championships over
the years in the Open, Masters, and Youth category. National Road distances
include 20K, 25K, Marathon (women's Olympic Trials 1984), 50K (twice),
and 50 miles.
 This year's official event hotel and race headquarters is Crystal Mountain Hotels (33818 Crystal Mountain Blvd.,
Crystal Mountain WA 98022; 888-754-6400; reservations@crystalhotels.com). Please call or email today and inquire about the special reduced rate offered for race participants.
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