Cirque Series - Crystal Mountain, WA

Race Overview

Join us at Cirque Series at Crystal Mountain. 7.9 miles featuring 2,614' ft vert.

Prizes

Prizes will be distributed at the end of each race and for the overall series winners. There are three categories in which the prizes will be given out:

• Pro:
  • 1st place - $1000 cash each race
  • 2nd place - $250 cash each race
  • 3rd place - $150 cash each race
• Expert:
  • 1st - $400 in Gear each race
  • 2nd - $250 in Gear each race
  • 3rd - $150 in Gear each race
• Sport:
  • 1st - $300 in Gear each race
  • 2nd - $200 in Gear each race
  • 3rd - $100 in Gear each race
• Additional Awards:
  • Grom Award - youngest competitor will be recognized.
  • OG Award - wisest competitor will be recognized.
  • Lexie Award - the "unofficial MVP" of the race will be recognized.
  • Middle of the Pack Award - the person that finished exactly middle will be recognized.

Training Plans

TRAINING Plans with TRAINING PEAKS

Registration

We are capping the race at 700 entries, we encourage signing up right away.

Lodging

LOGE Alta Crystal: located 15 minutes down the road from the mountain. Heated pool, hot tub, & free shuttle service. LOGE Alta Crystal is more than a place to stay, it’s basecamp for adventure & connection. BOOK (15% auto-applied)

Crystal Mountain Hotels: Looking to stay right at the base of the mountain, all Cirque Series participants are invited to stay at LOGE’s sister property, offering comfort and convenience, just a 5-minute walk to the mountain and onsite food options. BOOK (15% auto-applied)

Bibs / Timing Chips

Cirque Series will utilize Competitive timing to time the event with a disposable chip placed on the back of your bib. Please do not fold, crush or remove the chip from the bib. You may dispose of the chip/bib after the race is over.

Rules / Guidelines

Please help us preserve the beauty of our mountains and assist in maintaining an enjoyable, safe event for everyone involved:

• Respect: Please respect private property near the trails. Do not trespass.
• Littering: Participants are encouraged to carry water and food during the event.
• Disposal: Please dispose of all waste and recyclables in the proper containers.
• Respect Officials: Please be respectful of all Forest Service officials. Leave no trace: Pack-in pack-out.

We will provide SKRATCH hydration at aid stations & finish line.

Contact

Any questions, please email:

steve@cirqueseries.com

julian@cirqueseries.com

Overall 2026 Season Winner + Points

The racers with the most points at the end of all races will be declared the overall 2025 winner. The top 20 racers of each event will obtain points. The following is the per stage breakdown as a function of place:

• 1 - 50pt, 2 - 40pt, 3 - 36pt, 4 - 34pt, 5 - 32pt
• 6 - 30pt, 7 - 28pt, 8 - 26pt, 9 - 24pt, 10 - 22pt
• 11 - 20pt, 12 - 18pt, 13 - 16pt, 14 - 14pt, 15 - 12pt
• 16 - 10pt, 17 - 8pt, 18 - 6pt, 19 - 4pt, 20 - 2pt

Prize Money 2026 Overall Season Standings

Men's & Women's

• PRO: PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
• EXPERT: 1ST - PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
• SPORT: 1ST - PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
• Everyone that runs six 2026 Cirque Series races will receive a Cirque Series 2026 PEAK FREAK belt buckle.

Event Details

Date: 2026-09-19
Location: 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd, Crystal Mountain, WA
Race Registration