2026 Life Time Leadville MTB Stage Race presented by Kenetik

Name: 2026 Life Time Leadville MTB Stage Race presented by Kenetik
Start: 2026-07-24T06:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-24T06:00:00.000Z
Location: Leadville, CO 80461, USA

2026 Life Time Leadville MTB Stage Race presented by Kenetik

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$487.50 - $650

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About

The Leadville Stage Race is a three-day high-altitude mountain bike stage event that breaks the legendary Leadville Trail 100 MTB course into manageable, thrilling segments.

Set in the Colorado Rockies, this race challenges riders with spectacular climbs, rugged terrain, and beautiful backcountry scenery while offering daily finishes, community celebration, and a chance to earn a coveted finisher buckle. It’s the perfect way to experience iconic Leadville terrain in a format that blends endurance, strategy, and fun.

Leadville Stage Race, Tandem Entries and Team Entries

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Fri, Jul 24, 2026

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Leadville, United States

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Where and when

Location

Leadville, CO 80461, USA

Start times

Friday, Jul 24, 2026

Leadville Stage Race: 9:00 AMTandem Entries: 9:00 AMTeam Entries: 9:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for 2026 Life Time Leadville MTB Stage Race presented by Kenetik

Leadville Stage Race

103mi

$650

Tandem Entries

103mi

$487.50

Team Entries

103mi

$325

Route information

This three-day event follows the classic Leadville Trail 100 MTB route split into stages that total roughly 100 miles of course distance.

Stage 1: Around 40 miles of high-altitude riding from Leadville toward Twin Lakes - a mix of forest roads, climbs, and rolling terrain.

Stage 2: A shorter but intense segment (~22 miles) including lung-searing climb up to the iconic Columbine Mine summit above 12,400 ft.

Stage 3: Final long stage (~41 miles) from Twin Lakes back to Leadville, testing resilience and pacing after two tough days.

The terrain includes mountain fire roads and high-elevation sections that challenge both body and mind, with aid stations stocked to keep riders fueled and supported through each stage.

What's included

Fully stocked aid stations on course each day
Daily post-race food, social gatherings, and awards presentations
Final awards ceremony including a finisher award and custom finisher buckle for athletes who complete all stages within the official time window
Opportunity to earn qualification or lottery eligibility for the Leadville Trail 100 MTB
Support from neutral tech crews and experienced volunteers throughout the weekend

How to get there

Leadville, CO 80461, USA

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The event takes place in the Leadville and Twin Lakes area of Colorado, one of the highest-elevation race environments in the United States.
With much of the course above 10,000 ft, altitude acclimation should be a key part of race preparation.
Start and finish locations rotate between the Lake County Rodeo Grounds in Leadville and the Twin Lakes Dam area.
Lodging options include hotels, cabins, and campgrounds in both Leadville and Twin Lakes; early booking is recommended due to limited availability.