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Sunday, September 20th, 2026
310 Burro Ave, Cloudcroft NM
10 Miles
48–67°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
48–66°F
dry
2024
54–71°F
rain
2023
51–70°F
dry
2022
51–69°F
rain
2021
53–69°F
dry
2020
41–69°F
dry
2019
49–65°F
dry
2018
48–56°F
rain
2017
53–67°F
dry
2016
50–70°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 20
Rain likely · 50–67°F
Sunday, Sep 20starts near 50°F · 43% chance of rain · wind up to 14 mph
About this race
Event Overview
Welcome to the 2026 High Altitude Classic! We’re stoked to have you join us in Cloudcroft, NM for this grassroots, high-elevation XC race.
Race Details
- Race Day: Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Venue: Cloudcroft, NM (Race Start is Downtown)
- More Info & Course Maps: www.chubbytire.com
Course maps, FAQs, and schedule will be posted on the race website. - Race Cap: Race capped at 175 riders. On-site registration only if online spots don’t sell out.
Registration Perks
- First 50 Registrants: FREE Event T-Shirt. If you're one of the first 50 registrants, do not add a T-shirt from the Merch section (unless you want to purchase a second shirt).
- Size Selection: After you click Register, you'll automatically be prompted to select your free T-shirt size on the next page.
Additional Information
For further information, visit the race page: http://www.BikeReg.com/high-altitude-classic.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Sep 19 – 21, 2026.
Train with a club
Run clubs near Cloudcroft to train with before race day.
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