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Larry Nicholas 8.2k Trail Run

Name: Larry Nicholas 8.2k Trail Run
Start: 2026-11-01
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Kelowna

Kelowna, Canada • 1 Nov 2026

Larry Nicholas 8.4 km, Kelowna BC

The Larry Nicholas race is listed as the sixth event in the Trail Race Series and is scheduled for November 1, 2026 in Kelowna, BC. The series comprises six races held from September to November with distances ranging from 7 km to 9 km. The series includes age group prizes and series points awards.

The Kelowna course distance is 8.4 km with approximately 100 m of elevation gain. The route is configured as three loops. A course map and a Strava route are provided for the event and a route image is available as part of the race information.

Sponsors shown for this event include Play Store Kelowna as gold sponsor, Starting Block Vernon as silver sponsor, bronze sponsors Fresh Air Kelowna, New Leaf Physio Kelowna, Peach City Runners Penticton and Cool Running Kamloops, and New Balance as shoe sponsor. The event appears in the series history and rankings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada British Columbia Kelowna

Race information

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8 km

Larry Nicholas Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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