The list of names who have run this course is a veritable who’s who of ultrarunning lore, and it’s to the credit of the McCoubrey’s, all of our volunteers each and every year, and of course the 50 beautiful miles of Cascade goodness. Each year this race grows, whether it catches the eyes of new trail runners who’ve heard nothing but good things or veteran trail runners who want to test their mettle against this race’s history. For those two groups and everyone in between, it’s extremely rare and difficult to leave White River disappointed or regretful. It’s a microcosm of ultrarunning’s overall community. As low-key or rugged as you make it. Epic trail running with friends followed by a relaxed and celebratory buffet of like-minded community support and acceptance. And good burritos!
We congratulate everyone who took this race on in 2012 and either look forward to seeing you again in 2013 or personally introducing you next year to one of the best trail races in the country. We have a hunch you’ll like it.
Thank you and congratulations to those that have become members of our club and help support our continued growth! We hope you enjoyed yourself out on the trails and we appreciate your continued support!
Chris Bellevie - 14:24:51 Angel Mathis - 11:37:19
Karlee Coble - 11:34:45 Kyle McCoy
Bradley Dutkiewicz - 10:08:59 Priya Naik - 10:48:23
David Entz - 9:29:40 Van Phan - 9:56:59
Boram Kim Jonathan Symmes - 9:55:27
Peter Kline - 14:35:08 Ken Turner - 11:24:49
Glen Mangiantini - 11:22:00 Jimmy Vitelli - 11:50:09
Andy Martin - 11:11:46 Sophia Walker - 10:01:15
Arthur Martineau - 8:39:36 Ben Wenter - 10:40:47
Tim Mathis - 9:59:07
Perspective
Greg Crowther, former SRC president and one of the rare sub-7:00 finishers (only 16 ever), gives his thoughts on the historic performance by first-time 50 miler Sage Canaday. >>Read More
Finish Line Images
Our own John Wallace was there at the end capturing what many consider the best moment of the race: crossing the finish line! Below is a sample, click here for the rest.
Did you run White River? Send us your race report via our Facebook page, or link to it in the comments here, and we’ll add it to the list!
Facts & Stats & Minutiae & Menudo
There were 184 first time White River 50 finishers.
There were 91 repeat offenders, led by Dave Dutton and his FIFTEENTH finish (two 6-year consecutive streaks ’94-’99, ’07-’12), William Emerson (#11), James Kerby (#10). Glen Mangiantini (#8 – all consecutive [’05-’12]!), Van Phan (#8 – 6 consecutive [’07-’12]), Arthur Martineau (#7 – all consecutive [’06-’12]).
There were 47 new course PRs!
Most time off PR: Bradley Dutkiewcz 3:03:41 (13:12:40 – 10:08:59)
Least time off PR: Seth Wolpin 2:27 (10:05:33 – 10:03:06)
Most time over PR: Dave Dutton 4:07:45 (12:54:16 – 8:46:31)
Least time over PR: Marie Boucher 0:39 (11:04:40 – 11:04:01)
We totaled 79 DNS (“did not start”) Forty were before bibs assigned, 39 after.
There were 40 DNF (“did not finish”)
Oldest Male (under cutoff): Scott Flett, 64 11:34:15 (6min54sec PR!)
Oldest Male: Charles Rose, 65, 14:51:38 – (first-ever White River 50 finish!)
Youngest Male: Trevor Farris, 17, 13:08:20.
Oldest Female: Liz Kellogg, 63 11:04:52 – (Liz was also 11min9sec under the then-female 60-69 age-group record. The record was ultimately broken by Gail Forshaw, 62, with an 11:04:40 [11min21 sec under].)
Youngest Female: Three 24 year-olds: Yitka Winn 9:53:34, Carley Feuerborn & Ashley Earle 12:20:49.
I hope everyone is enjoying Sara Malcolm’s pictures of the SRC’s 5-Mile race at Cougar Mountain. They’re great … and yet they don’t capture the aspect of the Cougar races that has been most important to me over the last 2 years. So here’s one more image — a supplement to the previous batch.
That’s my son Phil sitting in front of a stick house that he made with three other kids that he met for the first time at the race.
As someone who is not currently racing, I’m grateful that I can bring Phil to Cougar and find a sand hill where he can play, other kids to play with, volunteers who happily let him help at the refreshment table (even though he doesn’t really speed up the work), and nice weather — at least some of the time — that make it a pleasure to be outside. It’s a healthy, kid-friendly environment that I’m glad to visit even when I’m not running.
Thanks to SRC and Northwest Trail Runs for continuing to make these events inclusive and fun.
Thank you to Sara Malcolm for taking pictures this past weekend! We had nearly 300 runners. The Cougar Series, started by Seattle Running Club and now run by NW Trail Runs, has contributed over $100K to King County Parks. Thank you to all who competed today. Without you, the trails of Cougar Mtn would not be in the condition they are to enjoy. Also a big thank you for our sponsors: The Balanced Athlete, Fleet Feet Seattle, and The Northface. Also thank you to the many volunteers who helped today! We hope to see you all at the 8 miler next month!
Beautiful day and challenging with snow and rain…..happy ending in the sun! Congratulations to all who ran and we hope to see out there again soon! Thanks to Krissy Moehl and Ellen Parker for another great race!
SRC treasurer John Wallace III can often be found at various club events with a variety of cameras in hand. Some of the best footage he gets is most people’s favorite part of the renowned White River 50 mile race: the finish line! We just bumped our clocks an hour ahead, which means it’s basically spring here in Seattle. What better time to get fired up for one of the best ultra races in the country? To set the mood, check out the finish line footage from last year and 2010 as well as a big ol’ heaping plate of finish line photos. If you ran this race either year, chances are you’ll find yourself in here somewhere! Happy training and we hope you see John this summer (July 28th) at the 2012 White River 50!
The PCT Happy Dance represents the exuberant side of thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. From the get-go, I recorded a dance every few days, featuring myself, my trail compadres, and the scenery of the trail. The purpose of the project was to find a way to share the experience, particularly the thrill of living this life immersed in nature. Immersed is not the right word; it sounds like being an engulfed object. This life is much more like being dispersed in the great wild winds of Nature.
The video consists of 66 clips, peppered along the 2,650 mile footpath, across a six month long time span. On trail, there was never any music playing while we danced. I’ll let that be our excuse for any criticisms that may have crossed your mind regarding our dancing skills! My trail name was Tiny Dancer. That was my simple identity while I made a life for myself on the trail. I hiked most of the trail alone. The second-most frequently featured star of the show is Anchor, or Matt, my partner that shared this experience with me through the High Sierras of Central California and all of Washington.
Who are the people of the woods, who appear around minute 4:32? That’s the Seattle Running Club! Then-president Greg Crowther, current President and Sunday run coordinator Win Van Pelt, and good buddy Damon helped organize a run and hike event, to meet up with us once we arrived at Snoqualmie Pass over Labor Day weekend. Many SRC members showed up to either run the Kendall Katwalk route, or hike it with Anchor and me. It was a treat, for one day of my 140 hiking days, to hike with a group of friends from home.
Many great thanks go out to the Seattle Running Club, Brooks Sports, the Washington Trails Association, the Pacific Crest Trail Association, and many businesses and trail angels along the trail. These organizations, businesses, and people provide an outpouring of opportunity, and I am thankful to benefit from their generosity. Much love and thanks go to my family and friends for supporting and encouraging me not just on this hike, but continuously.
To provide an update regarding the whereabouts of Tiny Dancer, I now find myself in many roles: volunteer secretary of your Seattle Running Club, office administrator of your Washington Trails Association, and fit specialist and training coach at your local running specialty store, Fleet Feet Seattle. I’m thrilled to be serving my people and playing a part in you pursuing your adventures, your dreams, your wild winds!
Greg Crowther, former SRC president and one of the rare sub-7:00 finishers (only 16 ever), 
