8 Hour Relay

🏁 BMAI Vancouver Runaholics 8 Hour Relay

📅 Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026

  • Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Location: Swangard Stadium

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

The BMAI VANCOUVER RUNAHOLICS 8-Hour Relay is a team endurance event designed for runners of all levels. Unlike a traditional road race, this event focuses on teamwork, pacing, strategy, and community spirit. Each team consists of 8 runners. Runners take turns completing 30-minute legs in a fixed order. After all 8 runners complete their first leg, the same order repeats for the second round.

The goal is simple: cover the longest total distance within 8 hours. Hosted by Vancouver Runaholics Running & Fitness Society.

👥 Team Format

  • Each team consists of 8 runners

  • Each runner completes two running segments

  • Each segment is 30 minutes

  • Total running time per runner: 1 hour

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Basic Rules

  • Each team must have exactly 8 registered runners.
  • Each runner completes exactly two legs.
  • Each leg is approximately 30 minutes.
  • A ±3-minute margin is allowed to complete a full lap before exchange.
  • Teams must submit a fixed running order before the registration deadline.
  • The same running order is used for both rounds.
  • The team covering the greatest total distance within 8 hours wins.
  • Only completed laps are counted.

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Divisions

Open Division

  • 15+ years old
  • No gender requirement

Mixed Division

  • 4 male and 4 female runners
  • 15+ years old

Master Division

  • All runners must be 50 years old or above.
  • Standard team: 4 male + 4 female.
  • Distance adjustment may apply if gender balance differs. See detail info at the official race website:
    https://8hourrelay.com

🏅 Awards

Awards will be presented to the top-performing teams in each category:

  • Open Division

  • Mixed Division

  • Masters Division

Winning teams will receive prizes and recognition.

🎯 Why Join?

  • A unique team-based endurance challenge

  • Perfect balance of individual effort and team strategy

  • Strong community atmosphere and team spirit

  • Suitable for both competitive and recreational runners

🔗 Registration

👉 Visit the official race website:
https://8hourrelay.com