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Special Events, races and challenges in AspenWestern Slope Bouldering Series
Date:
From
10/29/11
To 4/7/12
For more information on the Western Slope Bouldering Series click here. Owl Creek Chase and Aspen Nordic Festival
Date:
From
2/11/12
To 2/12/12
The Owl Creek Chase has been one of Colorado’s largest and most premier cross-country ski races since 1985. The challenging course from Snowmass Village to Aspen presents the very best that Colorado skiing has to offer; tough climbs, scenic views, thrilling descents and excellent snow conditions. www.owlcreekchase.com for more info 
America's Uphill
Date:
3/17/12
Aspen's favorite spring ritual - a 3000 foot climb up Aspen Mountain finishing at the Sundeck Restaurant at 11,212 feet. Participants are stretched to their athletic limits on this sensory stimulating course. With a combination of steep inclines and mellow plateau’s the race to the finish is always exciting and demanding. Attracting hundreds of racers each year, the race brings together snowshoers, Nordic skiers, telemark skiers, and Randonee skiers for this 2.5 mile trek. More information here.
Aspen Cycling Festival - featuring Aspen Criterium
Date:
From
5/19/12
To 5/20/12
Ride for the Pass is a charity bike race/recreational ride to benefit the Independence Pass Foundation. The Ride follows the traditional route from the Winter Gate, 4 miles east of Aspen to the Independence Ghost Town. The ride gains approximately 2,500 feet of elevation from 8,500' to 11,100' over a 10 mile course. For more information visit www.independencepass.org. May 22, 2011
More information at www.aspencyclingfestival.com Outside in Aspen Triathlon (Duathlon and Aquabike)
Date:
6/9/12
This is the perfect triathlon for beginner triathletes looking for a unique challenge and seasoned racers wanting to compete on a short, but challenging course.The triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. The state-of-the-art Aspen Recreation Center will act as the start, finish, and transition area for the race. Please join us for this exceptional event! More Info Click Here Aspen Backcountry Marathon
Date:
8/26/12
Utilizing the amazing trails that surround Aspen, this full marathon is run almost exclusively on dirt trails. The diversity and elevation gain will challenge even the well trained athlete. The race will be open to individuals. While the route has spectacular views of the Elk Mountain range and the city of Aspen below the ascents and descents will keep everyone challenged.   Visit www.aspenbackcountrymarathon.com for complete details! Golden Leaf Half Marathon
Date:
9/22/12
Vasque Golden Leaf Half Marathon Presented by Ute Mountaineer & City of Aspen Special Events Saturday, September 22, 2012 Visit www.goldenleafhalfmarathon.com for more info |
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