The Ribbon 200
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The Distances
The event offers three trail running distances on the Bruce Trail:
- 200 Miler (322 km): An out-and-back course starting in the Blue Mountains, running through the Dufferin Hi-Land section, and turning around at Glen Haffy in the Caledon Hills. It features approximately 7,500 meters of elevation gain.
- 100 Miler (161 km): A point-to-point course beginning at Glen Haffy in the Caledon Hills, running through the Dufferin Hi-Land section, and finishing in the Blue Mountains. The elevation gain is approximately 3,700 meters.
- Blue Mountains E2E (72.5 km): A complete end-to-end run of the Blue Mountains section of the Bruce Trail, from the Dufferin Hi-Land boundary to the Blue Mountains, with about 1,500 meters of elevation gain.
The Course
The start and finish are located close to Toronto, under two hours' drive for the 200 Miler and 45 minutes north of Toronto for the 100 Miler. The route follows the Blue Mountains, Dufferin Hi-Land, and Caledon Hills sections of the Bruce Trail. The course is described as technical with plenty of climbing, using singletrack, double track, and gravel roads. It is marked using only the official white blazes of the Bruce Trail, with no additional signage.
Event Organization
Runners have access to 11-13 fully stocked aid stations (with hot food) spaced 20-30 km apart, 4-5 sleep stations, and a few unmanned water stops. Time limits are 102 hours for the 200 Miler, 30 hours (or 42 hours for an early start) for the 100 Miler, and 28 hours for the E2E course.
The organization offers a payment plan and a fundraising option where participants can earn their entry by collecting donations for the Bruce Trail Conservancy. Finishers receive a buckle for the 100 and 200-mile distances, a medal for the E2E, along with a race shirt and other swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
