The final standings in this multi-sport relay race, from the slopes of Mount Baker to the shores of Bellingham Bay, provide a record of participant performance. These outcomes reflect not only individual speed and skill but also the collaborative efforts of teams navigating diverse athletic challenges, including cross-country skiing, downhill skiing or snowboarding, running, road biking, canoeing, and sea kayaking.
Documentation of finishing times and team rankings serves several key functions. It allows competitors to track their progress year over year, fostering a sense of personal achievement and motivating future participation. The historical record provides a valuable resource for analyzing trends in team composition, training strategies, and overall race performance. Moreover, publicly accessible outcomes contribute to the event’s visibility, attracting sponsors, participants, and spectators, thus bolstering the race’s ongoing vitality and community impact.