June 12-15, 2025

Registration for 2025 is SOLD OUT!

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

  • 2025 Camp + Entry Registration is Sold Out.
  • 2025 Camp Only Registration is Sold Out.
  • Limited availability, first come first served.

Pricing:

  • Camp Only | $950
  • Camp + LT100 MTB Entry | $2200

Minimum Age: 

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

*Note: Event pricing is subject to change.

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!

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

2025 CAMP WEEK RUNDOWN

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

Rose Grant

  • 3x finisher, 2x LT100 MTB Champion
  • European Marathon Champion and 2x World Silver Medalist

Trapper Steinle

  • 11x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Professional coach

Sally Bigham

  • 5x finisher, 3x LT100 MTB Champion
  • Professional coach & retired pro cyclist

John Callahan

  • 3000 mile buckle recipient
  • Has finished every single LT100 MTB

Todd Murray

  • 3000 mile buckle recipient
  • Has finished every single LT100 MTB

Laurie Brandt

  • 4x LT100 MTB Champion
  • Winner of the inaugural LT100 MTB

Lisa Sandoval

  • 8x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Seasoned LRS volunteer

Marvin Sandoval

  • 13x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local

Ray Landry

  • 5x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Seasoned LRS volunteer

Susan McCotter

  • 3x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local with expertise in nutrition & pacing

Scott Tietzel

  • 10x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Professional coach

Rich “Rico” Finn

  • 3x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local

Patrick James

  • 5x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Chasing 1000 mile buckle

Heath Speckman

  • 6x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Lake County Sheriff

Roxanne Hall

  • 23x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local

Brandon Snider

  • 5x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local

Jeff Schleppy

  • 4x LT100 MTB finisher

Judy Allen

  • 15x LT100 MTB finisher
  • Leadville local

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

  • 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)

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

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.

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.

Check out our Visit Leadville page for all lodging, amenities, and things to do while you’re in town!

Check out our Official Rules page to familiarize yourself with all policies that ensure a fair and safe experience for all.

Leave No Trace | Do Leadville-Twin Lakes Right

The Leadville Race Series will directly hold and mirror the 7 principles already established and in place via the US Forest Service. Learn more here:

Learn how to do Leadville Twin Lakes right

Care for Colorado Leave No Trace Principles

Plan Ahead + Pack Smart

  • Know the Course – Study the route, aid stations, portapotty locations, and terrain before race day.
  • Pack Light + Right – Bring only what you need (hydration packs, snacks, gear); choose reusable or biodegradable gear.
  • No Littering – Be prepared to deposit waste at Zero Waste Stations throughout the course. Intentional littering on the course will be grounds for disqualification. 

Camp with Care

  • Know Your Options – From dispersed sites to RV parks, plan and book early. Check if CMC offers event-specific camping.
  • Dispersed = Primitive – First-come, first-served camping on public lands. No services provided. Camp 100+ feet from water and follow fire rules.
  • Self-Reliance is Key – No bathrooms, no trash service. Pack it in, pack it out. Stop by the Visitor Center for pet waste bags.

 Bathroom Rules

  • Use Portapotties – Provided along the course and at aid stations. No exceptions.  LRS is offering expanded portapotty options in 2025 and beyond.
  • Backcountry Emergencies – Dig a 6″ hole 200 feet from water. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Carry a WAG bag for TP and hygiene items.

Respect the Land

  • Historic Sites Matter – Crews are no longer allowed at the Twin Lakes Forest Service site due to past damage.
  • Leave What You Find – Don’t move or take natural or cultural objects.

Fire Safety

  • Check Restrictions – Before lighting any campfire, confirm local fire bans.
  • Keep it Small + Cold – Never leave fires unattended. Fully extinguish with water until cold to the touch.
  • Buy Local Firewood – Available at ACE or Big R in Leadville. Don’t import pests.

Wildlife Awareness

  • Bear Smart – Keep food, trash, and scented items in bear-proof containers or locked vehicles.Twin Lakes has issues with trash attracting bears. 

Respect the Locals

  • Be Courteous – Don’t block driveways, urinate in private yards, or disrespect residents. Your behavior reflects on the entire race.

Cycles of Life

Cycles of Life is a full service bike shop right in the town of Leadville, providing all types of minor and major repair, tune-ups, custom wheel building, suspension and fork overhauls, bike fitting and more. To make things easy for you, Cycles of Life can have your bike shipped directly to the shop where their team will unpack, assemble, inspect, fully tune and prepare your bike for race day. Post-race, simply drop off your ride and Cycles of Life will repack and ship to your destination.

Click here for more information.

We thank our sponsors for making the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB Camp presented by Kenetik possible. Whether local or national, we ask our participants and fans to look to these sponsors first for the services or products they provide. We truly could not host these amazing events without all of them. Our most sincere thanks to all!

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