2025 Grand Targhee Colter Cup

  • Date Sat 19th July 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Alta, Wyoming
  • Price $32.80 - $69.90
  • Races 8 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of downhill racing at the 2025 Grand Targhee Colter Cup! Taking place on Saturday, July 19th, 2025, in the stunning Alta, Teton region, this event promises an unforgettable experience for mountain biking enthusiasts. Riders will tackle the longest downhill race in the Tetons, descending a staggering 3,900 vertical feet from the summit of Fred's Mountain to the breathtaking Teton Valley. With a time-trial format, competitors will race against the clock, navigating both thrilling descents and a few challenging climbs along the way.

Whether you're a competitive downhill racer or a traditional or adaptive mountain biker looking to unleash your skills, the Colter Cup is the perfect opportunity to let it rip down Mill Creek. The event features categories for all levels, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. Participants can enjoy fantastic camping, live music, and a lively atmosphere after the race, complete with awards and festivities at the Plaza. Don’t miss out on this incredible day of racing, camaraderie, and excitement—register now and prepare for an epic downhill adventure!

Organiser's Description

DO YOU LOVE RIDING DH? EVER WANTED TO LET IT RIP FROM THE SUMMIT OF FREDS MOUNTAIN AT GRAND TARGHEE, DOWN MILL CREEK, ALL THE WAY INTO TETON CANYON? SUNDAY, JULY 19TH IS YOUR CHANCE.



THE 2ND ANNUAL COLTER CUP IS TARGHEES PREMIER DOWNHILL RACE AND THE LONGEST DOWNHILL RACE IN THE TETONS. WITH 3900 VERTICAL FEET OF DESCENT THAT CARRIES YOU FROM THE TOP OF GRAND TARGHEE TO THE BOTTOM OF TETON CANYON, THIS IS THE ONLY RACE THAT LEAVES THE BOUNDARIES OF THE RESORT AND DROPS YOU FROM 10,000 ALL THE WAY TO TETON VALLEY.

A TIME-TRIAL FORMAT WILL HAVE YOU RACING AGAINST THE CLOCK BUT CHOOSE YOUR BIKE WISELY AS THERE ARE A COUPLE OF SHORT, PUNCHY CLIMBS ON THE COURSE!

IF YOURE A COMPETITIVE DOWNHILL RACER, OR A TRADITIONAL OR ADAPTIVE MOUNTAIN BIKER LOOKING TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR ONLY OPPORTUNITY TO LET LOOSE ALL THE WAY DOWN MILL CREEK, REGISTER TODAY! GREAT CAMPING, GOOD VIBES, LIVE MUSIC, FUN RACING.



ENTRY INCLUDES:

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SHUTTLE FROM TETON CANYON BACK TO TARGHEE

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PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING

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SWAG BAG AND SWEET GIVE-AWAYS

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CUSTOM NUMBER PLATE

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LIVE MUSIC AT THE TRAP AFTER THE RACE

FEES:
$65



SCHEDULE:

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RACER CHECK-IN @ THE PLAZA - 7:30AM - 9:00AM

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RACER MEETING @ THE PLAZA - 9:00AM

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LOAD DREAMCATCHER @ 9:30AM

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STARTS BEGIN @ FRED'S SUMMIT - 10:00AM (START LIST & ORDER TBD)

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SHUTTLES FROM TETON CANYON TO TARGHEE BEGIN - 11:00AM

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AWARDS AND PARTY @ PLAZA - 2:00PM



RACE CATEGORIES:

MALE (U15)

MALE (AMATEUR 15+)

MALE (EXPERT 15+)

MALE (OPEN/PRO)

MALE (MASTER 40-49)

MALE (MASTER 50+)

MALE (ADAPTIVE MTB)

FEMALE (U15)

FEMALE (AMATEUR 15+)

FEMALE (EXPERT 15+)

FEMALE (OPEN/PRO)

FEMALE (MASTER 40-49)

FEMALE (MASTER 50+)

FEMALE ADAPTIVE MTB



COURSE MAP [https://www.trailforks.com/route/2024-grand-targhee-colter-cup-super-d/]

Races

  • Colter Cup DH: U-15

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Colter Cup DH: Masters 40-49

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Colter Cup DH: Masters 50+

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Colter Cup DH: Open

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Colter Cup DH: Amateur

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Colter Cup DH: Adaptive

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
    Support rider is required to participate in the adaptive category. No exceptions.
  • Colter Cup DH: Expert

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Hat

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    OPENS SOON
  • Sunday Race Lift Ticket

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Sat 19th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    OPENS SOON
    Discounted ticket is available to race participants ONLY.

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3300 Ski Hill Rd., Alta, 83414, WY, United States

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