Race in the Clouds

AlmaGeddon

January 17, 2026

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Channel your inner Yeti, and take on the ultimate winter endurance challenge at 10,563 feet in Alma, Colorado, the highest incorporated town in North America. The AlmaGeddon Winter Triathlon combines fat biking, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing across rugged mountain terrain with breathtaking views of the Mosquito Range.

This unique event is part of the Race in the Clouds series, hosted by the Alma Foundation. AlmaGeddon promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Rockies.

PROCEEDS FROM YOUR RACE ENTRY FEES AND DONATIONS BENEFIT PARK COUNTY SEARCH AND RESCUE.

Distances: This is an up-and-back course where athletes will climb from 10,563 to the turnaround at the Bristlecone Forest Trailhead at 11,700.

  • Bike (Fat or Mountain) ~ 2.5 miles
  • Ski (Nordic or Backcountry) ~ 3 miles
  • Snowshoe ~ 1.2 miles
  • Ski ~ 3 miles
  • Bike ~ 2.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 1,646 ft in 6 miles

Athletes must check-in by 9:15am on January 17th. Athletes' skis and packs will be transported to T1. Athletes are required to carry their snowshoes on their packs and will switch to snowshoes at T2.

All athletes receive an AlmaGeddon beanie, super cool finisher award, post race food and beverages at Town Hall, and age groups awards.

We do have a course limit of 60 athletes for the inaugural year, so please register early. Given the limited field size, 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 online course briefing to be scheduled in early December.

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Sign up for both AlmaGeddon and the Alma Dirt Fest to receive a special award!

NOTE: In the event there is not enough snow complete the ski or snowshoe portions of the event, the event will transition 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. There will be no refunds in the event of a course change.

JULY 11-12, 2025 ~ DIRT FEST

Thank you to all the athletes and volunteers who participated in the Race in the Clouds Dirt Fest!

Athletes headed up to the town of Alma, Colorado at 10,578 feet to participate in the Race in the Clouds Dirt Fest – a series of multisport races showcasing the breathtaking beauty and historical heritage of North America's highest incorporated town. Learn more about visiting Alma in this article in Islands, an online travel magazine.

The Dirt Fest took place the weekend before Festival in the Clouds, an annual celebration of live music, artwork, good food, and community. The Festival is free to attend and takes place on the grounds of the Alma Town Park. All proceeds from both the Race and the Festival benefit the Alma Foundation. 

We kicked off the weekend with the Pedal & Dash Bash!

This was a FREE family friendly run and bike race designed for young athletes ages 12 and under! Kids raced a 3/4 mile loop, which they could lap multiple times. Every participant received a race bib, a goodie bag, a complimentary USAT Kids Membership, post-race snacks, and the unforgettable feeling of crossing the Race in the Clouds Finish Line! 

We had both riders and runners participating. As soon as all riders completed the course (they could do multiple laps, up to three) we started the runners. This event was all about FUN!

If you have any questions please get in touch with Liz, our Race Coordinator, at raceintheclouds@gmail.com.

The next day, Dirt Fest featured 8 epic trail races, including mountain bike races, trail runs, and an off-road duathlon. Participants could relax at the Buckskin Cemetery Meadow, where they enjoyed food, music, vendors, and festival vibes.

We also offered Special Divisions for High School and Middle School athletes. Student athletes competed in age-appropriate races with podium recognition and awards. This was the perfect summer challenge for youth athletes!

If you have any questions please get in touch with Liz, our Race Coordinator, at raceintheclouds@gmail.com.

A Special Thank You to Our Partners

We couldn't host this race without your incredible support! Your commitment to our community and this event help make Race Day possible — we are truly grateful.

Thank you for being part of the adventure!

  • Turtleback Trailers (our Title Sponsor)
  • The Town of Alma
  • The US Forest Service
  • Native Custom Cycles
  • Highside Brewing
  • Prather's Market
  • South Park Saloon, Alma Gym, Black Kettle Coffee, Bristlecone Bakery, Breckenridge Housekeeping and the Al-Mart
  • Highridge Woodworking
  • Epic Adventures
  • USA Triathlon
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ABOUT THE DIRT FEST COURSE

The course is a dynamic mix of terrain designed to challenge and inspire. Athletes will navigate a combination of dirt county roads, chunky and steep Forest Service jeep tracks technical descents, extended climbs, and some truly sweet stretches of singletrack. 

The layout is a multi-loop figure-eight design, bringing participants through the expo area at the Buckskin Cemetery Meadow multiple times. This not only keeps the energy high but also gives athletes that extra surge of motivation from cheering spectators as they push to conquer the course. 


ABOUT RACE IN THE CLOUDS

Race in the Clouds is the ultimate grassroots event series, packed with adventure, community, and challenge. No matter the season, you'll enjoy an unparalleled, community-driven weekend of dirt/snow, grit, and stoke. 

USA TRIATHLON SANCTIONING

This event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. Every race entry includes a one-day membership (or annual membership for athletes 17 years old and under), which includes $25,000 of participant accident insurance. We hate to think that any athlete might get injured, but these sports are not without risks. USAT Annual Members will receive a registration rebate at packet pickup.