Run to the Sun
Saturday March 14th 2009. 4:30 am

The 2009 Run to the Sun is sold out. The application for the 2010 event, the 30th Annual Run to the Sun will be released online at midnight on September 1, 2009. Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The application will be taken offline when the race field of 175 runners is reached.

H.U.R.T.- Hawaii Ultra Running Team

Runners are required to wear a reflective vest per the Maui Police Department for the first couple of hours or until daylight. The vest cam be dropped off at any aid station. Be sure to label your gear with your race number and name.

A 36.2-mile ultramarathon starting at sea level and climbing to the 10,023 feet summit of Haleakala, the legendary "House of the Sun." This challenging course is not for the novice marathoner. Entrants must be 18 years or older and rigorously prepared to meet the strict 10-hour time limit. Detailed course and event information will be sent to each entrant upon receipt of the application and fee. Relay teams of three persons may also enter this event. There will be no race day registration!

The Run to the Sun is one of Valley Isle Road Runners' signature events. It is a VERY difficult and COSTLY event to organize and direct. In the past we this event has not been able to cover its costs even with the maximum number of runners. Due to the event's uniqueness and the scenic beauty of the race coure, Valley Isle Road Runners (VIRR) and Hawaii Ultra Running Team (HURT) want to keep this event alive indefinitely for everyone to enjoy. In order to do this we need YOUR HELP! This event requires the help of many volunteers to assist with all aspects of the race and generous donations from our supporters. If you are interested in helping, please contact Bram via e-mail . MAHALO to all of our volunteers, sponsors, and participants!