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2024 Loonie Loops

You're absolutely Loonie Tunes if you think this is a good idea!

Welcome to Loonie Loops, New Brunswick's first 24 hour trail race, in support of YMCA Strong Communities Fund!

Whether you're a runner, a hiker, fast or slow - it does not matter. Everyone is welcome to join in on this trail party! This style is not so much about who gets the most laps (although there will still be prizing), it's more about personal goals and pushing yourself beyond what you thought was capable. You decide when you want a break, you decide when it's over, and you decide what pace. With an aid station every 3kms, you are in full control of your destiny!

If we learned anything from racing in a monsoon last year it was that 140-150 participants is the sweet spot! It was the perfect number to make it feel like a private neighbourhood trail party with all your good buds. For this reason, we have put a cap of 140 participants this year, with another 5-10 spots available for sponsors. That cap, matched with the success of 2023, we anticipate a fairly quick sell out. If you register, but find out you cannot make it, please transfer to someone who can. Transfer details below.

NEW IN 2024: This year we are offering on-site camping the night before the race! The cost is $10, and all funds go back to the YMCA Strong Communities Fund. We would prefer that you add the "camping" option during registration, but if you can't commit now, you can purchase from the store at any time before registration closes. Simply access the "store" at the top right, and purchase camping. There are no assigned sites, but lots of space. First come, first serve on your location of choice. More details will be emailed prior to race day. If you are unsure if you will camp, you can come back at a later date and add it.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION & TRANSFER DETAILS

  1. No race day registration, deferrals, or refunds. We will offer a transfer period as soon as the event sells out.
  2. Transfers:
    1. Transferring to another runner is available to all participants (see transfer details below). Closes on Thursday, September 5th, 2024
    2. Transferring to another race option is available to all participants (see transfer details below). Closes on Thursday, September 5th, 2024
  3. Online Registration Only: Closes on Thursday, September 5th, 2024.
  4. SWAG: We cannot guarantee swag if you register after August 14th, 2024.


TRANSFER OPTIONS

1. Transferring to a new participant...

You can transfer your bib to anyone - $2.25 Race Roster fee (To be paid by the new participant)

  1. Find a willing participant, and get their email address.
  2. Click "Transfer" (on the left or right side of the page - Both work!).
  3. Add the new recipient's email.
  4. Initiate the transfer
  5. Complete the transfer (new participant)

Once completed the original participant is refunded their registration, and the new participant purchases the bib (plus the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee).


NOTE: The new participant must transfer into the same distance category as the original participant. After the transfer is complete, the new participant can follow the steps below if they want to transfer to a new distance, however will be subject to another $2.25 transfer fee from Race Roster.


2. Transferring to another distance (aka: sub-event)...

You can transfer to a new distance - $2.25 Race Roster fee

  1. Click "Transfer" (on the left or right side of the page - Both work!).
  2. Select the option: "Transfer to a new sub-event"
  3. Select the new distance you would like to transfer to
  4. Start the transfer

If you are transfer up (aka, more hours) your original payment will be used as a credit, and you will be charged the difference + the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee.

If you are transferring down (aka, more hours), you will be refunded any difference + the $2.25 Race Roster transfer fee.




Learn more on our website: saintjohntrailrunning.com/loonieloops. The 2024 Athlete Guide will be available soon.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE!

Three fun options to choose from: 6hrs, 12hrs, and 24hrs.

The trail, which is entirely on private land, is a 3km loop around Ashburn Lake in Saint John, N.B. The loop has 90 meters (295ft) of climbing/descending per lap on moderately technical trail. Most of the climbing happens on one small hill that takes you up to a lookout and features a great view of Ashburn Lake and Loon Island. It is an absolute gem of a trail, one that is worthy of spending 24hrs on. See pricing options below.


Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

The Walloon 6hrs Closed

Online registration closed

  • Spend a small portion of your day running 3kms loops around Ashburn Lake/Loon Island, so you can spend the rest of the time chillin' and chirpin' the suckers in the 12hrs and 24hrs.

    1. $87.58

      Early Bird Pricing

      Mar. 22 – Sep. 6
    2. $108.98

      Procrastination Pricing

      Sep. 6 – Sep. 5

The Guinea Duck 12hrs Closed

Online registration closed

  • Spend most of your day running 3kms loops around Ashburn Lake/Loon Island, so you can spend the next 12hrs chillin' and chirpin' the suckers in the 24hrs.

    1. $108.98

      Early Bird Pricing

      Mar. 22 – Sep. 6
    2. $130.38

      Procrastination Pricing

      Sep. 6 – Sep. 5

The Hell-Diver 24hrs Closed

Online registration closed

  • Spend your entire day, running 3kms loops around Ashburn Lake/Loon Island, so you can prove your vast superiority over those who are chillin' and chirpin'.

    1. $135.73

      Early Bird Pricing

      Mar. 22 – Sep. 6
    2. $157.13

      Procrastination Pricing

      Sep. 6 – Sep. 5

Event schedule

  • Fri., September 13, 2024 6:00 p.m. - Pre-Race Check-in Open
  • Fri., September 13, 2024 8:30 p.m. - Pre-Race Check-in Closed
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 7:00 a.m. - Race Day Check-in Open
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 9:45 a.m. - Pre-race Briefing
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 10:00 a.m. - RACE START: All Distances (6hrs, 12hrs, 24hrs)
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 4:00 p.m. - Race Finish: 6hrs
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 4:15 p.m. - Awards: 6hrs
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 10:00 p.m. - Race Finish: 12hrs
  • Sat., September 14, 2024 10:15 p.m. - Awards: 12hrs
  • Sun., September 15, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Race Finish: 24hrs
  • Sun., September 15, 2024 10:15 a.m. - Awards: 24hrs

Contact information

Event contact
Mark McColgan
Email
saintjohntrailrunning@gmail.com
Website
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