BackRoads March Melee Relay Presented by HOKA

Join us on Saturday, March 22nd, for the 1st event of our HOKA Hat Trick Series!

Ready for a fun, unique challenge with a charitable twist? Join us for the March Melee Relay, a thrilling event that combines running, teamwork, and philanthropy! Teams of 3 will race through a series of out-and-back sections in the neighbourhood, navigating their way to each turnaround location armed only with a map and a bit of strategy. The first team to complete all sections and return to the start/finish area wins, but there’s more – we’re also raising money for Right to Play Canada!

Team Registration:

• Team Captain: Please designate one member of your team as the Captain. They’ll use the “Team Captain Registration” link to create your team name.
• Non-Captains: The other two members must register via the “Non-Captain Registration” link and select their team name from the drop-down menu.

Fundraising Challenge: Each team is encouraged (but not required) to raise additional funds for Right to Play Canada leading up to race day! The team with the highest fundraising total will be rewarded with brand-new running shoes, generously provided by HOKA! It’s a great opportunity to do some good while enjoying a fun day.

Schedule:

• 8:30 AM: Team Check-in (All 3 team members must arrive by 8:30 AM)
• 8:45 AM: Event Briefing by Scott Goodyear
• 9:00 AM: Race Start

Scott Goodyear will connect with all team captains ahead of time to go over race details and answer any questions. Be prepared for an adventure—this race is unlike any other!

The Race:

• The March Melee Relay will have a shared start/finish area.
• Teams will run a series of sections, one at a time, with each member completing a different section.
• The twist? Teams will only learn of the sections 30 minutes before the start, so they’ll need to work together to plan their strategy.
• Sections are out-and-back routes with volunteers stationed at each turnaround to check off runners as they complete each leg.
• The race isn’t just about speed – your strategy will matter! Sometimes it might be quicker to cut through a field than follow the sidewalk route

The Vibe: We’re going all out to make the start/finish area a celebration! Expect music, positive vibes, and an atmosphere that’ll keep you and your teammates pumped up until the final runner crosses the line.

Prizes:

• Top Male Team: 3 Performance HOKA hats
• Top Female Team: 3 Performance HOKA hats
• Top Fundraising Team: 3 Pairs of HOKA shoes (Excludes Cielo X1 2.0, Rocket X2, and Tecton X3)

Post-Event Fun:

• Enjoy post-race snacks in the taproom.
• Receive a complimentary first drink at BackRoads Brews + Shoes
• Exclusive access to the newly brewed Hop Happy Beer from our collaboration with London Brewing.
• The chance to win exciting door prizes and more, with prizes from HOKA

Don’t miss out on this exciting and charitable event! Grab your teammates, lace up your shoes, and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and fundraising. Spots are limited to only 20 teams, so register now!