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The Ekiden 2006
Race Information

A Unique Japanese-Style Relay
  • A paved and scenic 43-kilometre mountain course
  • Five relay legs, each starting and finishing at The Banff Centre. Leg lengths: 6.8 km, 12.8 km, 5 km, 5.7 km and 12.4 km
  • Great swag bags and draw prizes
  • Prizes in all six race categories
  • Great post-race Barbeque
  • Awards ceremony at The Banff Centre
  • Complimentary access for the day to the newly renovated Sally Borden recreational facility at The Banff Centre


Race Categories
  • Men's Open (five men)
  • Women's Open (five women)
  • Men's Masters (five men all over 40 years)
  • Women's Masters (five women all over 40 years)
  • Mixed (minimum two runners from each gender)
  • Corporate (five members from the same company)



Proceeds from The Ekiden 2006 support programming of the Banff Ski Runners,
Banff's cross-country ski club.


Registration Information

Entry Deadline: Wednesday October 11th, 2006

Guaranteed swag bags for registrations made by September 10, 2006.

Cancellation Policy: Before Sunday September 25, we will issue a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refunds will be issued after that date.

Team Entry Fee: $250

NEW!
Corporate Team Sponsorship

Some Benefits:

  • Guaranteed entry in The Ekiden 2007
  • Company logo in the official race handbook
  • 2 extra invitations to the barbeque lunch
  • 2 complimentary swag bags
  • Opportunity for personalized coaching session with The Banff Ski Runners
Click here to check out our sponsorship section to find out about great sponsorship for the Ekiden 2006.



Race Package Pickup

Running Room - Kensington (view map)
Friday October 13, 6 pm until 8:30 pm

The Banff Centre - Sally Borden Building
Saturday October 14, 8 am until 9.30 am

Click here to check out more information on the history of the Banff Ski Runners and the Ekiden.