ALMAGEDDON Winter Triathlon presented by the Alma Foundation

Race Overview

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.

Experience

• Unique Experience: You’ll have an unforgettable grassroots race experience.
• Community: Expect a small field where everyone knows your name.
• Hospitality: Enjoy genuine small-town hospitality.
• Post-Race Meal: Savor a warm, delicious meal from the legendary One Pot Cook-Off Challenge.

Registration

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.

Beneficiary

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: 4.5 Miles (Fat or Mountain Bike)
• Ski: 1.5 Miles (Nordic, Backcountry)
• Snowshoe: 1.2 Miles
• Ski: 1.5 Miles (Nordic, Backcountry)
• Bike: 4.5 Miles (Fat or Mountain Bike)

Elevation Gain: 1646 (in 6 miles - yep it's tough!)

Check-In and Gear Handling

Athletes must check in by 9:15 am on race morning. Athletes' skis 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.

Athlete Perks

Cool swag - yep!! All athletes receive a one-of-a-kind ALMAGeddon beanie, super cool finisher award, post-race food and beverages at Town Hall, and age group awards.

Age Groups

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)

Course Briefing

Athletes will be required to attend an online course briefing to be scheduled in early December.

Special Note

Note: Sign up for both ALMAGEDDON and The Alma Dirt Festival and receive a special award.

Event Changes

NOTE: In the event there is not enough snow to 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.

Event Details

Date: 2027-01-16

Location: 59 Buckskin Street, Alma, CO

Registration URL: ALMAGEDDON Winter Triathlon