Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa is excited to announce a new event – Skiathlon Race – scheduled for Sunday, February 25th starting at 9AM. The skiathlon will consist of both classic and skate skiing. The event can be completed by one person, or a two-person team relay (all male, all female or co-ed). The racecourse will consist of classic skiing, a transition area to change into skate equipment, and finish the leg of the course with skate skiing. The total distance is approximately 12K. So, get your skis waxed, find a buddy – get ready to have some fun!
This first annual skiathlon will be held in honor of Bill Chambers who passed away last August. Bill was a longtime resident of Grand County who loved Nordic skiing and being part of the mountain community.
The race fee is $55.00 per person which includes the entry fee, as well as a meal following the race. Lunch will include a vegetarian chili and Devil’s Thumb Ranch’s Signature Wagyu chili with a beer.
Prizes will be awarded as follows:
- Top Female Finisher
- Top Male Finisher
- Top All Male Team
- Top All Female Team
- Top Co-ed Team
Schedule:
Saturday, February 24th, 2024
2-6 PM:
Packet Pick-up at Devils Thumb Ranch at the Broad Axe Barn (#4 on our DTR Property Map)
Sunday, February 25th
7-8:30 AM:
Packet Pick-up at Devils Thumb Ranch at the Broad Axe Barn (#4 on our DTR Property Map)
9 AM:
Skiathlon Mass Start (Left Field Trail)
11 AM-2 PM:
Food/beer and Award ceremony at the Broad Axe Barn (#4 on our DTR Property Map)
For any questions, please call the Nordic Center at 970.726.8231.
Register at: https://www.active.com/tabernash-co/other-endurance/bc-skiathlon-honoring-bill-chambers-2024
