Broken Goat
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Overview
Broken Goat is a high alpine trail running event located in the West Kootenay region and the town of Rossland, British Columbia. The race takes place on the traditional territory of the Sinixt People and features rugged terrain with significant elevation changes. Participants navigate single-track trails and ridgelines, with some sections reaching elevations above 2300 meters.
The event offers several distances:
- 50 km: A point-to-point traverse on the "7 Summits" trail, summiting various peaks including Old Glory at 2376m. It features 2492m of ascent.
- 25 km: A point-to-point course along Unnecessary Ridge and Mount Plewman, maintaining an average elevation of 2000m with 1000m of ascent.
- 12 km: A route starting at the base of Red Mountain Resort that climbs to the summit of Red Mountain, with 623m of ascent.
- Kids race: A non-timed 1.5 km event for all ages.
Logistics and Gear
For the 25 km and 50 km distances, shuttles transport runners from Red Mountain Resort to the starting point at Nancy Greene Summit. These distances require participants to carry mandatory gear, including a lightweight jacket, emergency blanket, a minimum of 1.5 liters of hydration, and at least 400 calories of food. The 12 km runners must carry at least 1 liter of hydration and 200 calories of food.
The event operates as a cup-free race; athletes must provide their own reusable cups or hydration packs for aid stations. Cut-off times are enforced at various checkpoints throughout the courses to ensure participant safety in remote terrain. Results are recorded using professional chip timing, and finishers receive handmade ceramic medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.