Lead Challenge

General Registration Is SOLD OUT!

Take on the toughest, grittiest, gnarliest endurance challenge we could throw together: 5 trail running and MTB events, covering 282.4 miles, all at 10,000+ feet of Rocky Mountain elevation. To conquer the Lead Challenge, you’ll need some lead in your veins.

This event isn’t for the faint of heart. It isn’t even for the “average of heart” or “semi-courageous of heart.” This event is only for the toughest of the tough, those endurance athletes who can look at the epic endeavor ahead — completing all 5 of Leadville’s’ most demanding events — and smile.

2026 Race Schedule

Jun272026
Life Time Leadville Trail Marathonpresented by La Sportiva
Run
Jul11122026
Life Time Silver Rush 50 RunorSilver Rush 50 MTBpresented by La Sportiva / Kenetik, pick one
Run or MTB
Aug152026
MTB
Aug162026
Life Time Leadville 10K Runpresented by La Sportiva
Run
Aug222026
Life Time Leadville Trail 100 Runpresented by La Sportiva
Run

Only a brave few start. Only the toughest finish. Do you have what it takes to accept the challenge?

2026 Lead Challenge Standings

2026 100 Run Lead Challenge Results

Aug 22, 2026

PlaceNameCategoryTimeGap
1Daniel HarperMen21:30:19-
2Matt ClarkMen21:50:50+20:30
3Marvin SandovalMen22:53:57+1:23:37
4Elaine SheikhWomen23:54:33+2:24:14
5Raffi NajarianMen24:12:27+2:42:08
6Benjamin BoeseMen24:13:52+2:43:32
7Daniel VillarinoMen24:57:47+3:27:28
8Eric BonawitzMen25:48:17+4:17:58
9Samuel AllenMen26:17:28+4:47:09
10Jeffrey SchleppyMen26:45:13+5:14:54
11Kayde AndersonWomen26:54:42+5:24:23
12Justin WoulfeMen27:04:55+5:34:36
13Patrick ServiceMen27:24:18+5:53:59
14Bryan SchleppyMen27:33:45+6:03:26
15Ivan SchwendtMen27:36:22+6:06:02
16Jennifer WolfromWomen27:39:22+6:09:03
17Tyler LehmannMen27:43:22+6:13:03
18Simon RobertsMen27:47:31+6:17:11
19Jan GrajkowskiMen27:59:00+6:28:41
20Paul GodfreyMen28:08:49+6:38:30
21T.R. JamarMen28:09:54+6:39:35
22Aj OlsonMen28:10:44+6:40:25
23Ryan LarsonMen28:12:20+6:42:00
24Travis TungMen28:12:53+6:42:33
25Philip PeltoMen28:20:32+6:50:13
26Sara StriegelWomen28:28:09+6:57:50
27Hunter FoltzMen28:46:02+7:15:43
28Michael BarnhartMen28:50:32+7:20:12
29Sean ArochaMen28:51:02+7:20:43
30Samuel CarnerMen28:52:50+7:22:31
31Lewis BowenNon-binary28:55:32+7:25:13
32Andrew WalzMen29:03:28+7:33:09
33Daniel GordonMen29:07:07+7:36:47
34Irena OssolaWomen29:09:01+7:38:42
35Yashindir GokulMen29:17:04+7:46:45
36David IshamMen29:20:36+7:50:17
37Ivo KunzleMen29:22:55+7:52:36
38Caden McquhaeMen29:26:41+7:56:22
39Benjamin JonesMen29:28:58+7:58:38
40Eric` YoonMen29:33:10+8:02:51
41Zach WellerMen29:34:08+8:03:48
PlaceNameCategoryTimeGap
1Daniel HarperMen21:30:19-
2Matt ClarkMen21:50:50+20:30
3Marvin SandovalMen22:53:57+1:23:37
4Elaine SheikhWomen23:54:33+2:24:14
5Raffi NajarianMen24:12:27+2:42:08
6Benjamin BoeseMen24:13:52+2:43:32
7Daniel VillarinoMen24:57:47+3:27:28
8Eric BonawitzMen25:48:17+4:17:58
9Samuel AllenMen26:17:28+4:47:09
10Jeffrey SchleppyMen26:45:13+5:14:54
11Kayde AndersonWomen26:54:42+5:24:23
12Justin WoulfeMen27:04:55+5:34:36
13Patrick ServiceMen27:24:18+5:53:59
14Bryan SchleppyMen27:33:45+6:03:26
15Ivan SchwendtMen27:36:22+6:06:02
16Jennifer WolfromWomen27:39:22+6:09:03
17Tyler LehmannMen27:43:22+6:13:03
18Simon RobertsMen27:47:31+6:17:11
19Jan GrajkowskiMen27:59:00+6:28:41
20Paul GodfreyMen28:08:49+6:38:30
21T.R. JamarMen28:09:54+6:39:35
22Aj OlsonMen28:10:44+6:40:25
23Ryan LarsonMen28:12:20+6:42:00
24Travis TungMen28:12:53+6:42:33
25Philip PeltoMen28:20:32+6:50:13
26Sara StriegelWomen28:28:09+6:57:50
27Hunter FoltzMen28:46:02+7:15:43
28Michael BarnhartMen28:50:32+7:20:12
29Sean ArochaMen28:51:02+7:20:43
30Samuel CarnerMen28:52:50+7:22:31
31Lewis BowenNon-binary28:55:32+7:25:13
32Andrew WalzMen29:03:28+7:33:09
33Daniel GordonMen29:07:07+7:36:47
34Irena OssolaWomen29:09:01+7:38:42
35Yashindir GokulMen29:17:04+7:46:45
36David IshamMen29:20:36+7:50:17
37Ivo KunzleMen29:22:55+7:52:36
38Caden McquhaeMen29:26:41+7:56:22
39Benjamin JonesMen29:28:58+7:58:38
40Eric` YoonMen29:33:10+8:02:51
41Zach WellerMen29:34:08+8:03:48

Minimum Age: 

  • In order to register, athletes must be 18 years of age by 8/15/26.

Registration Date:

  • 12/1/25

Event Pricing:

  • Lead Challenge | $1,600
  • Silver King & Queen Add On | $150 additional

2026 Deferral Deadline:

  • 6/26/26 at 1:00pm (start of Marathon packet pickup)

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

Lead Challenge finishers that complete the entire series will be recognized and called on stage during the awards ceremony at the Leadville Trail 100 Run.

Each athlete will receive the coveted Lead Challenge pickaxe to recognize their accomplishment. If you are unable to attend the awards ceremony, you may order awards shipping from the Leadville Race Series Store.

Note: Individual podiums will not be held at each event for the Lead Challenge, but Lead Challenge athletes are eligible for overall and age group awards at the all events. Overall standings for Lead Challenge will be updated after each event.

  • Lead Challenge athletes are subject to the respective rules of each individual event. 
  • Racers must complete each event within the allotted cut off time in order to move on and be eligible for the next.
    • If a racer does not meet the required finish time, he or she will not be allowed to continue in the Lead Challenge competition. However, the racer may continue racing as an individual (without a Lead Challenge bib) by notifying Athlete Services via email.
    • Each event must be attempted. Failing to start any of the events will disqualify the athlete from all remaining events in the series. The Leadville Race Series does not allow refunds, transfers or deferment in the midst of the Lead Challenge competition.
  • For the purposes of Lead Challenge scoring, Silver Rush Run times are recalculated to account for running pace vs mountain bike pace.
    • The formula is the run time x 0.57
    • If an athlete does the run and the mountain bike, the faster of the two times will be used
    • Lead Challenge athletes may submit their Silver Rush Run time (calculated as stated above) to improve their LT100 MTB corral. Notify Athlete Services via email to have your corral adjusted.

Unlock your full potential with our coaching partner Boundless Coaching, specializing in personalized endurance training for athletes of all levels. Boundless Coaching provides one-on-one guidance tailored to your unique goals and schedule. Whether you’re aiming to complete your first race or conquer a 100-mile+ mile distances, the Boundless Coaching team is dedicated to helping you succeed.

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