This is it. The race of all races. One hundred miles across the high-altitude, extreme terrain of the Colorado Rockies. Created for only the most determined athletes. Starting at 10,152 feet and climbing to 12,424 feet, you’ll be challenged to catch your breath — while the views try to take it away.
Date: August 10, 2013
Qualifications: Entrants must be 18 years of age.
Mandatory: Photo ID required at check-in.
Registration: Lottery is closed. Winners were notified February 15.
Due to overwhelming demand, entrance to the Leadville Trail 100 MTB Race will be again be lottery-based. Cost is $15 to enter the lottery, which will be open until January 31, 2013. Winners will be chosen and notified February 15. Cost for the Leadville Trail 100 MTB will be $345. The $15 lottery fees will be applied in full the following 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations; Leadville Legacy, IMBA and additional volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations.
The 100-mile out-and-back course is in the midst of the Colorado Rockies. Low point, 9,200 feet; high point is Columbine Mine, 12,424 feet. Majority is on forest trails with some mountain roads.
All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.
We're looking foward to lots of fun in 2013. Check back here for the schedule of events as race day approaches!
Questions? Curious about the course? Click here to view the race guide from our 2012 event. Please note, this is information from last year's event and is subject to change for 2013.
TriBike Transport (TBT) is thrilled to partner with Leadville Race Series! With this new and exciting partnership, TBT is eager to provide Leadville 100 Mountain Bike racers with the same trusted, economical and hassle-free service that we’ve perfected over our eight years in business. With more than 60,000 fully-assembled bikes transported to triathlon and cycling events throughout the U.S., Canada and even overseas, we take pride in being the original — and still the best — professional bike transport service.
For more information and to find a partner shop near you, please visit www.tribiketransport.com.
There will be trash and recycling containers at all full aid stations and the start/finish line. Please discard any trash in an appropriate container or within 100 yards of the aid station. Intentional littering on the course will be grounds for disqualification. The course — on trails both public and private — travels past many historic sites and through areas of exceptional beauty. Help us keep them pristine.
We will be recycling all plastic and aluminum during these races, and all our events. We’ll take care of this at the aid stations. At the start/finish, please ensure you place trash or recyclable materials in the appropriate containers, which will be well-marked.
If you have questions about bringing a race crew, click here
Awards Ceremony will be held at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday at the Lake County High School. All awards will be presented at this time and must be picked up in person at the Lake County High School. If you cannot pick up your buckle at the awards ceremony, send a check for $25 with your name, bib #, finish time, shirt size and mailing address to:
Leadville Race Series
Attn: Malin – LT100 Buckle
316 Harrison Ave
Leadville, CO 80461
Please note that buckles will not be shipped out until after September 15.
Want to race Leadville and do it for a good cause? Charity slots are may be available and include the Leadville Trail Legacy Foundation and the Life Time Foundation, among others. Donation amounts for event entry begin at $2,000. Click here or contact Christy Lindh for details.
Race Director
Phone: 719-219-9357
Athlete Services & Registration Manager
Phone: 719-219-9351
Marketing Director
Phone: 240-888-2952