ALMAGEDDON Winter Triathlon presented by the Alma Foundation
- Date Sat 16th January 2027
- Time 9:00AM MST
- Location Alma, Colorado
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for the ALMAGeddon Winter Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, January 16, 2027, in the stunning Alma Park, nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies! This thrilling endurance event invites participants to embrace the unpredictable winter elements at an elevation of 10,600 feet, where you can expect everything from snow and wind to beautiful blue skies.
Athletes will tackle an exhilarating up-and-back course featuring a unique combination of disciplines: a 4.5-mile bike ride (on fat or mountain bikes), a 1.5-mile ski (Nordic or backcountry), and a 1.2-mile snowshoe section, culminating in an elevation gain of 1,646 feet. With limited registration for just 75 participants, this grassroots race promises an unforgettable experience filled with small-town hospitality, breathtaking mountain views, and a delicious post-race meal as part of the One Pot Cook-Off Challenge. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event that not only tests your limits but also supports Park County Search and Rescue. Register early to secure your spot and gear up for an adventure like no other!
Athletes will tackle an exhilarating up-and-back course featuring a unique combination of disciplines: a 4.5-mile bike ride (on fat or mountain bikes), a 1.5-mile ski (Nordic or backcountry), and a 1.2-mile snowshoe section, culminating in an elevation gain of 1,646 feet. With limited registration for just 75 participants, this grassroots race promises an unforgettable experience filled with small-town hospitality, breathtaking mountain views, and a delicious post-race meal as part of the One Pot Cook-Off Challenge. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event that not only tests your limits but also supports Park County Search and Rescue. Register early to secure your spot and gear up for an adventure like no other!
Organiser's Description
Going into its second year, ALMAGeddon is the kind of race where athletes need to be ready for anything. Starting at 10,600 feet in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, you never quite know what Old Man Winter has in store. Snow? Wind? Bluebird skies? A little bit of everything? That's all part of the adventure.
While we can't guarantee the exact distances or even the disciplines, we can guarantee an unforgettable grassroots race experience. Expect a small field where everyone knows your name, genuine small-town hospitality, epic mountain scenery, and a warm, delicious post-race meal courtesy of our legendary One Pot Cook-Off Challenge.
Registration is limited to just 75 athletes, so don't wait. Secure your spot now and join us for one of the most unique winter endurance events you'll ever experience.
_PROCEEDS FROM YOUR RACE ENTRY FEES AND YOUR DONATIONS BENEFIT PARK COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE _
Distances: This is an up and back course where athletes will climb from 10,563 up to the turnaround at the Bristlecone Forest Trailhead at 11,700.
* Bike (Fat or Mtn Bike) 4.5 Miles
* Ski (Nordic, Backcountry) 1.5 Miles
* Snowshoe 1.2 Miles
* Ski (Nordic, Back Country) 1.5 Miles
* Bike (Fat or Mtn Bike) 4.5 Miles
Elevation Gain: 1646 (in 6 miles - yep its tough!)
Athletes must check-in by 9:15 am race morning. Athletes ski's and packs will be transported to T1. Athletes are required to carry their snowshoes on their packs and will switch to the snowshoe at T2.
Cool swag - yep!! All athlete's receive a one of kind ALMAGeddon beanie, super cool finisher award, post race food and beverages at Town Hall and age groups awards.
We have a course limit of 60 athletes for the inaugural year so please register early.
Given the limited field size of no more than 60 athletes we are only offering the following age groups:
* Under 23 (M,F)
* 24-39 (M,F)
* 40-59 (M,F)
* 60+ (M,F)
* First place overall (M,F)
Athletes will be required to attend a on-line course briefing to be scheduled in early December.
**NOTE SIGN UP FOR BOTH ALMAGEDDON AND THE ALMA DIRT FESTIVAL AND RECEIVE A SPECIAL AWARD
Bike. Ski. Snowshoe. Channel Your Inner Yeti.
_NOTE: In the event there is not enough snow complete the ski or snowshoe portions of the event, the event will switch to a Duathlon (6 mile bike, 1.2 mile run, 6 mile bike). Athletes will be notified of any course changes 48 hours before the event. We are sorry but there will be no refunds for a course change._
While we can't guarantee the exact distances or even the disciplines, we can guarantee an unforgettable grassroots race experience. Expect a small field where everyone knows your name, genuine small-town hospitality, epic mountain scenery, and a warm, delicious post-race meal courtesy of our legendary One Pot Cook-Off Challenge.
Registration is limited to just 75 athletes, so don't wait. Secure your spot now and join us for one of the most unique winter endurance events you'll ever experience.
_PROCEEDS FROM YOUR RACE ENTRY FEES AND YOUR DONATIONS BENEFIT PARK COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE _
Distances: This is an up and back course where athletes will climb from 10,563 up to the turnaround at the Bristlecone Forest Trailhead at 11,700.
* Bike (Fat or Mtn Bike) 4.5 Miles
* Ski (Nordic, Backcountry) 1.5 Miles
* Snowshoe 1.2 Miles
* Ski (Nordic, Back Country) 1.5 Miles
* Bike (Fat or Mtn Bike) 4.5 Miles
Elevation Gain: 1646 (in 6 miles - yep its tough!)
Athletes must check-in by 9:15 am race morning. Athletes ski's and packs will be transported to T1. Athletes are required to carry their snowshoes on their packs and will switch to the snowshoe at T2.
Cool swag - yep!! All athlete's receive a one of kind ALMAGeddon beanie, super cool finisher award, post race food and beverages at Town Hall and age groups awards.
We have a course limit of 60 athletes for the inaugural year so please register early.
Given the limited field size of no more than 60 athletes we are only offering the following age groups:
* Under 23 (M,F)
* 24-39 (M,F)
* 40-59 (M,F)
* 60+ (M,F)
* First place overall (M,F)
Athletes will be required to attend a on-line course briefing to be scheduled in early December.
**NOTE SIGN UP FOR BOTH ALMAGEDDON AND THE ALMA DIRT FESTIVAL AND RECEIVE A SPECIAL AWARD
Bike. Ski. Snowshoe. Channel Your Inner Yeti.
_NOTE: In the event there is not enough snow complete the ski or snowshoe portions of the event, the event will switch to a Duathlon (6 mile bike, 1.2 mile run, 6 mile bike). Athletes will be notified of any course changes 48 hours before the event. We are sorry but there will be no refunds for a course change._
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ALMAGEDDON Winter Triathlon
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Moreno Wool Socks
Sat 16th January 2027 (9:00AM MST)
$43.40
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