– Route:
– Race distance: 715km / 444 miles on Yukon River
– Checkpoints: 6 checkpoints along the route
– Mandatory stops: 2 stops, 7 hours in Carmacks, 3 hours in Coffee Creek
– History:
– Inception: Created in 1999 by Whitehorse canoeists
– Evolution: Now a world-class international event
– Host: Organized by Yukon River Marathon Paddlers Association
– 2016 Race: 18th edition with teams from 14 countries
– Winners: Team #57 Perfect Storm won in 46 hours 14 minutes and 56 seconds
– Rules:
– Time limit: Race must be completed in under 85 hours
– Equipment: Basic survival gear required
– Tracking: Each team must have a SPOT device
– Updates: Official race rules are revised annually
– References:
– Sources: Yukonriverquest.com and Rapidmedia.com
– Business Impact: Paddlers and support teams boost Whitehorse’s summer economy
– Record: Fastest time set by Team Kisseynew in 2008
– Documentation: Rules available on Yukonriverquest.com
– Categories: Kayaking and canoe marathon
– Yukon River Quest:
– Annual event: Held on Yukon River
– Participants: Teams from around the world compete
– Records: Various records set during the race
– Website: Information available on yukonriverquest.com
– Importance: Significant event for paddling community
The Yukon River Quest is the world's longest annual canoe and kayak race. The Yukon River Quest's stated mission is, "To challenge paddlers in a world class wilderness event – a race to the midnight sun." The race takes place in late June / early July.