2026 Grand Targhee Colter Cup

  • Date Sun 19th July 2026
  • Time 9:00AM MDT
  • Location Alta, Wyoming
  • Price Free - $85.80
  • Races 9 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of downhill mountain biking at the 2026 Grand Targhee Colter Cup, taking place on Sunday, July 19th, 2026, in the stunning Alta, Teton area! This premier downhill race, now in its third year, promises an unforgettable experience as you race from the summit of Fred's Mountain all the way down to Teton Canyon. With an impressive 3,900 vertical feet of descent, competitors will enjoy the thrill of navigating the longest downhill course in the Tetons, starting at an elevation of 10,000 feet and ending in the picturesque Teton Valley.

Whether you're a seasoned downhill racer or a traditional/adaptive mountain biker eager to test your skills, the Colter Cup offers a unique time-trial format that will challenge you against the clock, with a few short climbs to keep things interesting. This year, we're excited to introduce a "Klunker" category for bikes manufactured before 2006, adding even more fun to the competition. Participants can look forward to great camping, live music, and an upbeat atmosphere, along with professional chip timing and a swag bag filled with goodies. Don't miss your chance to join the excitementβ€”register today and be part of this incredible

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 3RD 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.

AND... FOR THE FIRST TIME, WE'RE OFFERING A "KLUNKER" CATEGORY TO MAKE THINGS INTERESTING. NO NEED TO GO FULL "KLUNKER" BUT ANY MOUNTAIN BIKE MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO THE YEAR 2006 IS ELIGIBLE (WITH SOME CAVEATS). SEE OUR RACE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS.



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:
$60 (JAN. 1 - FEB. 28)

$80 (MARCH 1 - JULY 18)

COMPETITORS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $30 DISCOUNTED RACE-DAY LIFT TICKET.



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:

U15

AMATEUR 15+

EXPERT 15+

OPEN/PRO

MASTER 40-49

MASTER 50+

ADAPTIVE MTB

RETRO MTB



COURSE MAP [https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/561427/]

Races

  • u15

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Amateur 15+

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Expert 15+

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Open/Pro

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Masters 50+

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Master: 40-49

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Adaptive MTB

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

  • Adaptive Support Rider

    Incl. Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    Free

  • Classic MTB

    Incl. $5.80 Fee & Hat

    Sun 19th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $85.80

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

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