Registration for the iconic Leadville Trail 100 Run—known as the “Race Across the Sky”—opened at midnight on January 1 and sold out within two days. Organizers intentionally reduced the field by a few hundred spots this year to ease pressure on the course and aid stations.
“The 2014 LT100 Run has reached capacity,” the Leadville Race Series announced on its Facebook page. “We’ve limited the runner count compared to last year. All other run events remain open, and Leadman/Leadwoman entries are still available.”
Last year more than 900 athletes tackled the 100-mile loop through rugged, high-altitude terrain. In response to concerns about overcrowding and logistical bottlenecks, this year’s event will include additional shuttles to Twin Lakes, better parking access at Winfield, and improved aid-station management.
2014 Leadville Race Series Calendar
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March 29 Leadville Qualifier: Austin Rattler
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March 30 Austin Rattler Run
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June 14 Leadville Trail Marathon & Heavy Half Marathon
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June 22 Leadville Qualifier: Wilmington Whiteface 100
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June 28 – 30 Leadville Trail 100 Run Training Camp
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July 2 – 5 Leadville Trail 100 MTB Training Camp 1
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July 6 – 9 Leadville Trail 100 MTB Training Camp 2
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July 12 Leadville Qualifier: Silver Rush 50 MTB
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July 13 Silver Rush 50 Trail Run
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July 19 Leadville Qualifier: Tahoe Trail 100
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August 9 Leadville Trail 100 MTB
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August 10 Leadville 10K Run
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August 16 Leadville Trail 100 Run
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September 6 Barn Burner
Athletes aiming for the Leadman or Leadwoman title must complete five of these events—choosing from the marathon, Silver Rush 50 (run or bike), the 100-mile MTB, the 10K, and the 100-mile run. In 2013, 43 of 95 multi-event entrants earned the coveted Leadman/Leadwoman distinction.
MTB Lottery Still Open
Riders hoping to take on the Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race can enter the lottery until February 28; successful applicants will be notified in early March.
Camp of Champions
Pre-registration for the Camp of Champions opens on January 6 by calling Abby Long at (719) 219-9351.
For full details and to register for any 2014 Leadville Race Series events, visit www.leadvilleraceseries.com.
Upcoming: Winter Mountain Bike Race at Ski Cooper
Don’t miss the fourth installment of the Pedal Power Winter Race Series this Saturday, January 4, at Tennessee Pass Nordic Center (Ski Cooper). Racers will convene at 10:00 a.m.
This “fat-tire” mountain bike event winds through pine forests and alpine meadows around Tennessee Pass. Two course options are available:
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Advanced/Expert loop: 10–12 miles
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Beginner loop: 5–6 miles
Entry Fee:
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$20 if you pre-register online at pedalpowerbike.com or via forms at Pedal Power Bicycle Shop (Eagle-Vail)
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$25 on race day
For more information, call Pedal Power at (970) 845-0931.
