Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run
Saturday, July 12, 2025
“Anticipation was high as racers readied themselves for whatever the day would bring, and a sense of excitement was palpable in the air – rain be damned. So began the year of the squall(s).” ….Hilary Matheson Hilary Matheson’s race day photo during the squall at the start line can be found...
Observation on the last 400 metres before the Finish line: “In the past year, the open rooted areas were filled in with rocks or covered with wooden steps. Still a very technical area for the end of a race. With the wet conditions, much caution was still exercised. My favorite...
“The picnic and awards seemed more informal than the banquet type awards of the past. The second year for the picnic style seemed even better and sure lent itself to the informal photos. Deep Cove is a beautiful setting and provided a great backdrop for the awards presentations.” ….Ron Nicholl,...
“Caught up with some of the racers heading through Knee Knacker’s newest section of trail along Indian River Drive. It was inspiring to see how determined everyone was heading into the last few kilometers, knowing they were close enough to smell the barn door.”… Hilary Matheson Hilary Matheson’s race day photos...
Accomplishing a very wet first quarter, with the worst climb behind them, it is all downhill to the finish line. Well… with a few small bumps at Grouse and Seymour. Oh yes, the nine mini-bumps in the last 2kms. 🙁 ….Salvador Miranda Salvador Miranda’s race day photos from Cypress Aid Station are in this photo...
Watching the runners descend Black Mountain in slippery, wet and rocky terrain with ease was inspiring. Maybe the elixirs brewed by the witches and warlords at Black Magic Mountain really work? 🙂 Karen Chow’s race day photos as the runners descend from Black Mountain are in this photo album. Note: The proceeds of all...
