June 11-14, 2026

Increase your chances of capturing that coveted Life Time LT100 MTB belt buckle by attending the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB Training Camp presented by Kenetik.

Across three days, you’ll cover every mile of the legendary course with special attention to the most grueling sections: Powerline, St. Kevins and the iconic Columbine climb. In the evening, you’ll join your experienced buckle-sporting guides for Q&A sessions on proper training, diet, bike setup and crewing logistics.

Camp spots are limited and historically sell quickly, so don’t wait to save your spot for this opportunity to ride with Leadville legends!

This event is held on the San Isabel National Forest under a special use permit.

REGISTRATION AND PRICING

Minimum Age: 

  • 17+ for participation in MTB Camp
  • 18+ on race day for participation in LT100 MTB

Registration Dates:

  • Camp + Entry Package | 12/1/25
  • Camp Only | 1/9/26
Lottery & Qualification

CAMP SWAG

The Leadville Race Series is proud to offer all athletes attending our Leadville Trail 100 MTB Camp an incredible list of products when they arrive in Leadville. Every camper will be greeted with cycling gear to help them fulfill their goal of completing the Leadville Trail 100 MTB in August. Campers will even receive an exclusive Leadville Trail 100 MTB Camp bike kit, courtesy of our official cycling apparel sponsor, Cuore!

DEFERRALS

2026 Deferral Deadline:

  • 6/11/2026 at 11:00 AM MST (start of camp)

Please see our deferral policies page for complete information on deferrals.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

2026 Schedule COMING SOON!

 

Thursday, June 12

  • 11:00AM – 2:00PM | Packet Pickup & Sponsor Mingling
  • 1:00-1:30PM | Welcome Kickoff 
    • Staff and Guide Introductions
    • Ken Chlouber and Merilee Maupin – Race Co-Founders kick it off!
    • Leadville Trail 100 Legacy Foundation 
  • 1:30PM – 2:30PM | Tackling “ The Race Across the Sky” and Everything in Between; How to Optimize for Success
    • Lead by pro cyclists Rose Grant, Sally Bigham, & Trapper Steinle
  • 2:30PM – 5:00PM |  Descending Clinic
    • THE RIDE
      • 2.9 miles to a 2 mile loop with about  375’ to refine those descending and cornering skills.
      • GPX – Descending Clinic
      • Guides lead from Leadville Race Series Store at 2:30PM
      • Descent tips with Rose, Trapper, and Sally at the top of the climb.
      • Laps on the loop to refine those skills!
      • Finish ride at the Leadville Race Series Store at 5PM
  • 6:00PM–8:00PM | Pipeline Party
    • Dinner at Pipeline
    • Map
    • No parking near tents, please park in the ‘pipeline’ and walk over.
  • 7:00PM–7:45PM | Panel
    •  Featuring Leadville veterans:
      • Rose Grant
      • Sally Bigham
      • John Callahan
      • Roxanne Hall
      • Marvin Sandoval
      • Todd Murray

Friday, June 13

  • 6:30AM |  Breakfast and check-In
  • 7:00AM–7:30AM |  Rose, Trapper, and Sally: Reminder and tips on the day
    • Topics: pacing, fueling, hydration, head space
      • Guides will be available during the ride to share fueling tips, crewing, gear, and hydration considerations, and how to get in the right head space

  • 7:30AM |  Police lead out from 6th & Harrison

    • Connect and ride with guides
      • With experts at your side, this is a great time to garner intel from the guides.
    • THE RIDE | Leadville Race Series Retail Store to Pipeline and Back
  • 12:00PM–3:00PM |  Lunch with Guides on the pavers at the Leadville Race Series Retail Store
    • Challenges, growing pains from the day and topics ranging from: pacing, hydration, fueling, gear, address questions about Saturday’s ride

Saturday – June 14 –  Last official day of camp

  • 6:30AM |  Breakfast and check in
  • 7:00AM–7:30AM |  Rose, Trapper, & Sally: Reminder and tips on the day
    • Topics: pacing, fueling, hydration, head space

  • 7:30AM |  Ride Start from Pipeline

    • Connect and ride with guides
      • With experts at your side, this is a great time to garner intel from the guides.
    • THE RIDE | Pipeline to Columbine and Back
  • 12:00PM–3:00PM | Lunch – AT PIPELINE
    • BBQ lunch from Silver Dollar Saloon
  • 1:00PM–3:00PM |  Rose, Trapper, & Sally Q&A
    • Final Q&A with our Coaches and Guides Topics: recap Day 3 route challenges, key takeaways, and how to adjust training for the next 6 weeks
  • 6:00PM | Pipeline Party
    • Dinner at Pipeline
    • Map
    • No parking near tents, please park in the ‘pipeline’ and walk over.
7:15PM – 8:00PM |  Crewing and Tapering with:
  • Rose Grant
  • Sally Bigham
  • Trapper Steinle
  • Todd Murray
  • Heath Speckman
  • Lisa Sandoval

Sunday, June 15

*We are going nice and easy! This is a casual and fun shakeout on singletrack

COURSE MAPS

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bike
  • Helmet
  • Cycling glasses
  • Cycling shoes
  • Shoe covers
  • Cycling rain jacket
  • Wind vest
  • Arm warmers
  • Consider – Knee and/or leg warmers
  • Consider – Base layer for each day of riding
  • Unless you like a good smelling jersey – Jersey for each day of riding
  • Long sleeve warmer jersey for potential colder riding
  • Shorts 
  • Socks
  • Gloves, we suggest long finger (mid weight and light weight gloves)
  • Sunscreen
  • Chamois cream
  • Your planned nutrition (optional)
  • HR monitor/power device/GPS (optional)

ON-COURSE NUTRITION

Train with what you’ll use on Race Day! You can find the following products at aid stations for all Leadville Race Series Events:

Neversecond – Energy Gels and High-Carbohydrate Sports Drink

Here’s what you’ll find on course:

C60 High-Carbohydrate Sports Drink – Citrus and Unflavored – A mix of C30 formula to provide a 60 gram offering
C30 Energy Gels – Citrus, Passion Fruit, and Orange
C30+ Energy Gels (caffeinated) – Cola and Berry

There is a lot of mixed information when it comes to eating or drinking in the last hour before competition. Taking in some carbohydrate may help, because it provides extra fuel that may be needed, especially during longer events. However, it can also result in so called rebound hypoglycemia or reactive hypoglycemia with symptoms of weakness, dizziness and nausea. So, it can have positive as well as negative effects? What should we do? This blog will give you the ins and outs.

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How To Avoid GI Problems

Skratch Labs – Hydration Mix, Energy Bars & Chews

Real fuel. Real flavor. Real results.
Skratch Labs is proud to support this year’s athletes with on-course hydration and energy that helps you perform and tastes great—no gut bombs, no gimmicks.
Here’s what you’ll find throughout the course:
💧 Sport Hydration Drink Mix – Lemon + Lime, Strawberry + Lemonade, Raspberry Limeade
🍫 Energy Bars – Peanut Butter + Chocolate, Cinnamon + Oatmeal
🍬 Energy Chews – Lemon + Green Tea, Sour Cherry, Grape
You train too hard to be sidelined by your fueling. Skratch gives you real food fuel and no nonsense to slow you down. Great fueling is personal, and Skratch makes it easier to get it right.
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