Salomon Bay 50/50
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Location Head of Saint Margarets Bay, NS
- Price $45.46 - $99.44
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra, 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Salomon Bay 50/50 on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the beautiful surroundings of Halifax! This unique event not only offers an incredible running experience but also supports a noble cause, as it raises funds for the St. Margaret's Bay Food Bank. Participants can choose from three challenging distances: 16k, 50k, or a grueling 82k, each featuring a diverse mix of rail trails, sweet singletrack, ATV trails, and gravel roads. With elevation gains ranging from approximately 430m for the 16k to 2400m for the 82k, this race promises to test your endurance and skills while enjoying the stunning natural scenery.
As part of your entry, you'll be contributing to the community by bringing four non-perishable food items to race check-in, plus $10 from each registration fee will be donated directly to the local food bank. It's a fantastic opportunity to combine your passion for trail running with making a difference in the lives of those in need. So gear up, gather your friends, and join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy at the Salomon Bay 50/50!
As part of your entry, you'll be contributing to the community by bringing four non-perishable food items to race check-in, plus $10 from each registration fee will be donated directly to the local food bank. It's a fantastic opportunity to combine your passion for trail running with making a difference in the lives of those in need. So gear up, gather your friends, and join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy at the Salomon Bay 50/50!
Organiser's Description
A trail race for a great cause! The Salomon Bay 50/50 is proudly supporting the St. Margaret's Bay Food Bank once again! Non-perishable food items will be part of registering, so let's get together and help out those in need while doing what we love...trail running!$10 from every registration fee will be donated to the local food bank! https://www.facebook.com/smbfoodbank/ ...plus you'll be required to bring along 4 non-perishable food items to race check-in as part of your registration :)The distance options...16k, 50k and 82k.You'll have a great mix of everything: rail trail, sweet singletrack, a few ATV trails, and gravel roads.Elevation gain/loss for the 16k = ~430mElevation gain/loss for the 50k = ~1500mElevation gain/loss for the 82k = ~2400mSunrise: ~7:35am//Sunset: ~6:26pmnote: the elevation profile is showing the first 25k outbound.Mandatory gear: 1 charged up cell phone (with RD's phone number)1 waterproof jacket 1 first aid kit (gauze pads or similar, band aids, duct tape or medical tape (3+ft), and an emergency blanket)1 buff or toque1L water bladder or 2 bottles/flasks, etc.Drink and food for the loop.Headlamp?! :)**Random gear checks will be done on course. If you're missing gear, we can't allow you to continue**Aid stations: we will have 3 aid stations on course. They will be at 8k, 16k (water and Tailwind only here) and at 25k.No pacers and no crew access. Crew is only allowed to help out their runner at the start/finish area.Volunteers: if you're free for a few hours on race weekend and interested in helping out, please sign up here on Race Roster! Thanks!The fine print: *If you can't make it, you can sell your spot.*We can also defer your entry if you can volunteer for a 6+hr shift.*No refunds though and no dogs allowed on course.*No cups at the aid stations as usual, so bring your own drinking do-hickey!
Salomon Bay 50/50