Front of the Pack Program and Elite Status

The Front of the Pack program is designed to recognize the fastest Open Men and Women, providing a chance to start at the front of the field.

While this is not an "Elite Athlete" classification**, we recognize the need for competitive athletes to gain access to the Front of the Pack.

To qualify for the Front of the Pack Program, you must have posted an official qualifying time since January 2006. Qualifying times are listed below:

	Half Marathon	30km	Full Marathon
Men:	< 1:20:00	< 2:00:00	< 2:45:00
Women:	< 1:30:00	< 2:15:00	< 3:10:00

Runners who qualify for the Front of the Pack program can request admittance by sending an email to with the following information:

Name, email and mailing address
Website link to qualifying race result
Bay Race Registration ID or Bib Number

Athletes with qualifying times will be identified in their Race Packet. Entries are not complimentary.

**Elite Athlete status is based on recent performances in Canada, US and International competition. Specify distances and race courses run, along with your potential finishing time. Approval of the Race Director is required (apply to: )

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