2026 Grand Targhee Colter Cup

  • Date Sat 18th July 2026
  • Time 9:00AM MDT
  • Location Alta, Wyoming
  • Price Free - $64.60
  • Races 8 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of downhill mountain biking at the 2026 Grand Targhee Colter Cup on Saturday, July 18th, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Alta, Teton, this thrilling event is your chance to race down the longest downhill course in the Tetons, featuring an impressive 3,900 vertical feet of descent from the summit of Fred's Mountain all the way to Teton Canyon. Riders will experience an adrenaline rush as they navigate challenging terrain and enjoy breathtaking views while racing against the clock in a time-trial format.

This premier downhill race is open to competitive downhill racers as well as traditional and adaptive mountain bikers, making it an inclusive event for all skill levels. With great camping, live music, and a vibrant atmosphere, the Colter Cup promises to be a memorable experience for participants and spectators alike. Registration includes a shuttle back to Targhee, professional chip timing, and a swag bag filled with goodies! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to let it rip down Mill Creek and join in on the fun! Secure your spot today and be part of this fantastic biking 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? SATURDAY, JULY 18TH 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.



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 - APRIL 21)

$80 (APRIL 22 - JULY 18)

COMPETITORS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $30 DISCOUNTED RACE-DAY LIFT TICKET. REGISTER FOR THE ENTIRE DH SERIES, UNLOCK A DISCOUNTED BIKE PARK SEASON PASS!



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



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

Races

  • u15

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 31 DEC
  • Amateur 15+

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 31 DEC
  • Expert 15+

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
  • Open/Pro

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
  • Masters 50+

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
  • Master: 40-49

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
  • Adaptive MTB

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $64.60

    OPENS 31 DEC
  • Adaptive Support Rider

    Incl. Hat

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 31 DEC

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

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