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Alley Loop

Crested Butte, Colorado
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Crested Butte, Colorado
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13 Events: 42K, 21K, 42K, 21K, 21K, 21K, 10K, 10K, 10K, 5K, 5K, 3K, 1K

About Alley Loop

The Alley Loop is not your typical Nordic Marathon… It stands both as a premier American Birkebeiner Qualifying event, in addition to being Crested Butte’s most outrageous costume party of the year!  The course winds its way through snowy streets, alleyways and narrow bridges through the heart of downtown Crested Butte.  You’ll find yourself cheered by town revelers as you navigate a crazy gliding costume assemblage…  Racers are sometimes forced into making daring passes and depending on their luck, may even get waylaid on a bridge for a moment.  Once you make it through town, you are rewarded by pristine tracks and exhilarating vistas throughout the Crested Butte Nordic trail network.

If you like normal, you may want to look for another race.  If you are up for anything… this is right up your alley!

Alley LoopThe Alley Loop is not your typical Nordic Marathon… It stands both as a premier American Birkebeiner Qualifying event, in addition to being Crested Butte’s most outrageous costume party of the year!  The course winds its way through snowy streets, alleyways and narrow bridges through the heart of downtown Crested Butte.  You’ll find yourself cheered by town revelers as you navigate a crazy gliding costume assemblage…  Racers are sometimes forced into making daring passes and depending on their luck, may even get waylaid on a bridge for a moment.  Once you make it through town, you are rewarded by pristine tracks and exhilarating vistas throughout the Crested Butte Nordic trail network. If you like normal, you may want to look for another race.  If you are up for anything… this is right up your alley!
Crested Butte, CO

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 17 race distances available for Alley Loop in Crested Butte, CO. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Medium Business- VENDOR

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Frequently Asked Questions about Medium Business- VENDOR

How long is the Medium Business- VENDOR?
The Medium Business- VENDOR covers Distance varies.
What time does the Medium Business- VENDOR start?
The Medium Business- VENDOR starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Medium Business- VENDOR located?
The Medium Business- VENDOR takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR

Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR

How long is the Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR?
The Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR covers Distance varies.
What time does the Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR start?
The Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR located?
The Non-Profit Organization- VENDOR takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

Large Business- VENDOR

Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Large Business- VENDOR

How long is the Large Business- VENDOR?
The Large Business- VENDOR covers Distance varies.
What time does the Large Business- VENDOR start?
The Large Business- VENDOR starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Large Business- VENDOR located?
The Large Business- VENDOR takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

Small Business- VENDOR

Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Small Business- VENDOR

How long is the Small Business- VENDOR?
The Small Business- VENDOR covers Distance varies.
What time does the Small Business- VENDOR start?
The Small Business- VENDOR starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Small Business- VENDOR located?
The Small Business- VENDOR takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

42K Classic

42K
Distance
42K
Start Time
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Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 42K Classic

How long is the 42K Classic?
The 42K Classic covers 42K.
What time does the 42K Classic start?
The 42K Classic starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the 42K Classic located?
The 42K Classic takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

21K Classic

21K
Distance
21K
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21K Classic

How long is the 21K Classic?
The 21K Classic covers 21K.
What time does the 21K Classic start?
The 21K Classic starts at 9:05:00 AM.
Where is the 21K Classic located?
The 21K Classic takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

42K Skate

42K
Distance
42K
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about 42K Skate

How long is the 42K Skate?
The 42K Skate covers 42K.
What time does the 42K Skate start?
The 42K Skate starts at 9:15:00 AM.
Where is the 42K Skate located?
The 42K Skate takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

21K Skate Wave A

21K
Distance
21K
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21K Skate Wave A

How long is the 21K Skate Wave A?
The 21K Skate Wave A covers 21K.
What time does the 21K Skate Wave A start?
The 21K Skate Wave A starts at 9:25:00 AM.
Where is the 21K Skate Wave A located?
The 21K Skate Wave A takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

21K Skate Wave B

21K
Distance
21K
Start Time
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Crested ButteCO
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21K Skate Wave B

How long is the 21K Skate Wave B?
The 21K Skate Wave B covers 21K.
What time does the 21K Skate Wave B start?
The 21K Skate Wave B starts at 9:30:00 AM.
Where is the 21K Skate Wave B located?
The 21K Skate Wave B takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

21K Skate Wave C

21K
Distance
21K
Start Time
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Crested ButteCO
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21K Skate Wave C

How long is the 21K Skate Wave C?
The 21K Skate Wave C covers 21K.
What time does the 21K Skate Wave C start?
The 21K Skate Wave C starts at 9:35:00 AM.
Where is the 21K Skate Wave C located?
The 21K Skate Wave C takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

10K Freestyle - Comp

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
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Crested ButteCO
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Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Freestyle - Comp

How long is the 10K Freestyle - Comp?
The 10K Freestyle - Comp covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Freestyle - Comp start?
The 10K Freestyle - Comp starts at 9:45:00 AM.
Where is the 10K Freestyle - Comp located?
The 10K Freestyle - Comp takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

10K Freestyle - Rec

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
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Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
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Frequently Asked Questions about 10K Freestyle - Rec

How long is the 10K Freestyle - Rec?
The 10K Freestyle - Rec covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K Freestyle - Rec start?
The 10K Freestyle - Rec starts at 10:30:00 AM.
Where is the 10K Freestyle - Rec located?
The 10K Freestyle - Rec takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

Sit Ski 10K

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Sit Ski 10K

How long is the Sit Ski 10K?
The Sit Ski 10K covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the Sit Ski 10K start?
The Sit Ski 10K starts at 10:30:00 AM.
Where is the Sit Ski 10K located?
The Sit Ski 10K takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

5K Freestyle - Comp

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Freestyle - Comp

How long is the 5K Freestyle - Comp?
The 5K Freestyle - Comp covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Freestyle - Comp start?
The 5K Freestyle - Comp starts at 1:00:00 PM.
Where is the 5K Freestyle - Comp located?
The 5K Freestyle - Comp takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

5K Freestyle - Rec

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
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Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Freestyle - Rec

How long is the 5K Freestyle - Rec?
The 5K Freestyle - Rec covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Freestyle - Rec start?
The 5K Freestyle - Rec starts at 1:05:00 PM.
Where is the 5K Freestyle - Rec located?
The 5K Freestyle - Rec takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

3K Freestyle

3K
Distance
3K
Start Time
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Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 3K Freestyle

How long is the 3K Freestyle?
The 3K Freestyle covers 3K.
What time does the 3K Freestyle start?
The 3K Freestyle starts at 1:15:00 PM.
Where is the 3K Freestyle located?
The 3K Freestyle takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

1.5K Freestyle

1K
Distance
1K
Start Time
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Crested Butte, CO
Crested ButteCO
Alley Loop Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 1.5K Freestyle

How long is the 1.5K Freestyle?
The 1.5K Freestyle covers 1K.
What time does the 1.5K Freestyle start?
The 1.5K Freestyle starts at 1:15:00 PM.
Where is the 1.5K Freestyle located?
The 1.5K Freestyle takes place in Crested Butte, CO.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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