Race Across Alaska Winter Challenge

This is a multi-sport, multi-distance winter challenge with the goal to log as many miles as you can over 3 months starting the first day of winter, December 21st, 2025 and ending the last day of winter, March 20th, 2026.

You can Walk, Run, Fat Tire Bike, Indoor Bike, XC Ski, Swim or log "other" for exercises not included like ice skating, kick sledding, stand-up paddle boarding or anything else where you can accrue mileage. Next you will pick which race distance you'll like to accomplish across Alaska with your choice of 8 different routes of varying distances depending on your goals!

Race Mileage if you begin December 21st, 2025

• 60 miles = Anchorage to Whittier (0.7 miles/day)
• 125 miles = Anchorage to Sheep Mountain (1.4 miles/day)
• 235 miles = Anchorage to Denali National Park (2.6 miles/day)
• 350 miles = Anchorage to Delta Junction (3.9 miles/day)
• 500 miles = Alaska Long Trail, Seward to Fairbanks (5.6 miles/day)
• 800 miles = Denali Highway Loop (8.9 miles/day)
• 1,150 miles = Historic Iditarod Trail (12.8 miles/day)
• 2,000 miles = Ketchikan to Deadhorse (22.3 miles/day)

You will have the ability to log your miles, track your progress, collect virtual badges, and see how you rank up to others on the leader board daily.  Invite your friends for a discount and to challenge you to stay motivated all Winter long! 

RAAWC is a Fundraiser for Alaskan Non-Profits!

Alaska Trails, Anchorage Parks Foundation & MatSu Park Foundation will again be our 501(c)(3) nonprofits in 2025-2026. Our non-profit's share the vision of supporting Alaskans through physical activity, $10 will be donated to the non-profit of your choice OR you can divide between all 3 PLUS racers can donate additional funds to support our non-profit donation goal.  Since 2020 we have raised over $200,000 through racer participation and  additional donations!

Official Race Cannon Start

The official race cannon will be fired at the Zoom Kickoff Party on December 21st at 2pm AKS (6pm EST).  Join our facebook group to hear about pop-up Zoom and/or Zwift FREE workouts, weekly photo contests, and join others in our very fun social media group! 

 

So, the question is; Who’s ready to play?

 

Print out this 60 smiley face chart to help your kids visually see where they are in the Race Across Alaska in a way that works for them!

Huge thanks to Mom Emma Haddix for making this document ❤️

Here is the 2026 Race Across Alaska workout log. The goal is to make it easy for you to record daily miles to keep track of your progress. We also encourage racers to download an app like Strava or Mapmyrun to keep track of mileage electronically. 

Want to see what other Race Across Alaska racers are doing? You can join Race Across Alaska's team on Strava HERE!

Application is now closed. Our application will open September 2026 for next Winter's Challenge. Hoping to apply? We are looking for athletes that are highly involved on our Trifecta Fitness Challenge Private Facebook group through supporting others but also through inspiration, real life, and positive posts that help encourage others to get active! 

 

Ambassador Benefits:
Complimentary entry into all 3 virtual challenges
Ambassador apparel package
Featured on our website

What does a Trifecta Fitness Ambassador do?
Ambassadors help spread the word about our virtual challenges to their community!

Ambassadors should be:
Passionate and active runners, hikers, bikers, swimmers, and/or xc skiers
Outgoing and friendly people that believe in inclusivity of all types of people
Able to make a one-10 months commitment (September-June)

One-Year Commitment Includes:
Active on personal social media accounts posting about the Trifecta Fitness Challenge
Active on our private Trifecta Fitness Challenge Facebook group & Instagram page
Involvement with local clubs to help spread the word about our fitness challenges
Engage with first timers in the Facebook group
Help at Trifecta Fitness Challenge events, if local (Solstice Tree Tour, Swag pickup events, medal pickup events)

Tina Torun

Anchorage, Alaska

Hi everyone, I am Tina! When I am running out of state, I am officially known as Tina from Alaska. I have been involved with the RAAWC since the beginning and am honored to be an ambassador for the 5th time! I am a runner and very involved in the community. I am in the Anchorage Running Club, Raven Run Club, on the Anchorage RunFest race committee, on the Gold Nugget Triathlon committee, Volunteer Athletic Director of Team RWB Anchorage, NSAA member, the Alaska Ambassador for Marathon Maniacs & Half Fanatics, and member of the 100 Half Marathon Club.
The Trifecta Fitness Challenge helps me stay motivated and cross train. I like to inspire and motivate others to get outside to enjoy our state. I enjoy meeting other racers in the community and stay connected with my friends from out of state as well. I am hoping to nordic ski more this winter.
My long term goal is to run a half or full in all 50 states, so far 36 states and counting. I have run 86 half marathons and 16 marathons. My team name is Team Ididarun and we welcome all that want to join us! You don't have to run. Let's go!

 

Fiona Taylor

Snoqualmie, Washington

Hi Everybody! My name is Fiona. I’m also super excited to be back as an ambassador this year!
I am from AK grew up there and go back several times a year for fun outdoor adventures. I live in snoqualmie Washington with my wife and BIG dog Teddy. I love running, biking, canoeing, hiking and just getting out there!
I love this event because of the awesome positivity and incredible things everyone does. You guys are so amazing and inspire me to get going! Yay!!

Carey Quiring
Palmer, Alaska

Hi! I'm Carey! This will be my 6th year participating in the Race Across Alaska! I am happy to be back as an ambassador!
I’ve been running off and on since about 2004. Mt. Marathon and Lost Lake were some of my first runs. I’ve been more recently doing longer distances like the Denali 100k and Resurrection Pass 50 mile. My training began in spring and then falling off with no exercise during winter. But then I found the Race Across Alaska! That motivated me to keep moving in winter and being better prepared for those longer distances! Now we have the fall BRRBER and the spring Forget Me Not Challenges to keep the momentum going.

 

Gianna McCune

Valdez, Alaska

Hi everyone! My name is Gianna and I live in Valdez, AK. I'm excited to be an ambassador for this amazing event, it's year 3 for me and 4th year participating   I love endurance events. I leap over finish lines and dance through the miles because how lucky am I to GET TO do these wild challenges! I'm a mama and a school counselor who strives to be an example of grit and perseverance. Trifecta...HERE WE COME!

 

Suzanne Bassett

North Pole, Alaska

Hi, my name is Suzanne. I live in the Fairbanks area with my wife and our two boys. I am excited to be an ambassador for the Trifecta again this year. I use the challenges as motivation to stay active during the school year so I can have fun participating in The Arctic Triathlon Series during the Fairbanks summers. When I moved to Alaska I was given the advice “get outside” as a way of surviving the winters. This outlook has helped me transition from surviving to thriving and I look forward to the chance to get outside for a little bit each day. In the past I’ve packed a kid in a backpack or pulled them in my chariot but now they are getting older 3 & 5.5 and my new challenge has been learning patience to go at their slower paces and creativity to keep them entertained while we run, walk, and skip down the trails. I am working to introduce them to skiing and ice skating. I am also finding enjoyment with indoor workouts of zwifting on my bike, running on my treadmill, and new this year dabbling with yoga and other stretching videos with my kids following along beside (and sometimes on top of) me. I am grateful for my chances to sneak in a solo workout or a walk and talk with my adult friends.
My team this year is Adventurous M&M’s with the focus of finding adventure in each of the minutes and miles for the three challenges.

 

Mari Rueter
Anchorage, Alaska

Back for another year as an ambassador!
I'm Mari Rueter, a lifelong Alaskan who loves to run and seek out what makes Alaska amazing! I have embraced my love of trail and mountain running the past few of years, although will still run on the road too. I also like to compete in triathlons and have started classic cross country skiing. Going for runs has also become a big part of my social time. I have made many amazing friends through various groups such as Raven Run Club, Skinny Raven Sports Pub Runs, Trail Sisters, AK Beer Runners, Anchorage Running Club, and an amazing group of women called Ladies in Motion. My goal is to challenge myself by pushing myself beyond my comfort zone and to encourage others to do their best at whatever activities they are working on. I also hope to complete an ultra in the next few years. I can only do all of this with the support of my wonderful husband Jeremy, my family, and my friends. I'll be leading my team Frosty Fireweed Frolickers again.  

 

Misty Holacka
Fairbanks, Alaska

Hey hi helloooo!!! I am Misty and am super excited to be a part of this AGAIN!!! I am in Fairbanks with Suzanne and Lael and this year I’m excited to be more active. I love peloton. It is truly my antidepressant in the wintertime here, as movement is medicine. I’m an avid weightlifter, cyclist and love walks. I don’t have a lot of workout photos because my paparazzi is often still sleeping.
I’m pumped for our group to psych others up!!  

Lael Oldmixon
Fairbanks, Alaska

 I'm thrilled to be joining as a second year ambassador. The Trifecta Challenge has been incredibly motivating, especially the RAAWC during the winter months. Any day that involves fitness, wellness, and movement is a perfect day. Sometimes fitness looks like a 30 minute workout. And other days it may be a quick walk with the dogs, or a winter fat bike ride with my husband.
I’ve run many distance running races. I enjoy hiking, camping, rafting, walking slowly with friends, skiing, and most of all, group fitness. My mantra is completion over competition. I think that says a lot about me. I will set a goal and work to accomplish it not for a first place podium, but to know I can achieve my own goals.
I teach indoor cycling 3x weekly with my husband at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. This was a new adventure in 2024 and I’m delighted that it has become a fixture in my fitness routine.
Looking forward to meeting you!

 

Tatum Buss
Girdwood, Alaska

Hi everyone!
I am stoked to be an ambassador for this year’s Trifecta Challenge! I am pretty new to Alaska (moved here in Feb. 2023) and just absolutely love it here. I am based in Girdwood where I live with my partner Dylan and our cat Macaroni and malamute Palooki. I ski, bike, hike, run (mostly run), rock climb, and do pretty much anything that keeps me moving. I am currently training for the Marine Corps Marathon and NYC Marathon in late Oct./early Nov. and will be running the Big Sur Marathon in late April. The Trifecta Challenge kept me motivated and moving during our weird winter last year, and I am so excited to do it again! I can’t wait to meet you all!

 

Catie Baldridge
Soldotna, Alaska

Hi Everyone! I am excited to be an ambassador this year! These challenges have helped motivate me to be active during the winter months especially during my hitches on the slope. When I'm not working on the slope, I live in Soldotna with my husband and our 2 boys and spend as much time outside as possible. I'm a swimmer and triathlete that dabbles in trail running. I am currently training for my first marathon in November.

Q: What happens if I want to join after December 21st?

A: You can still sign up still! Registration is open until March 19th, 2024, the last day of the race. You are able to backlog your miles for the dates you weren't with us. For example, if you joined us on January 15th, simply login to your profile and log the miles for December 21-January 14th. 

 

Q: How does this Virtual Challenge work?

A: Each day from December 21st till March 19th you have the opportunity to go for a run/walk/xc ski/bike/swim or OTHER (you can label anything else that you can accumulate miles with such as ice skating, kick sledding or stand up paddle boarding). All you have to do in this challenge is log your distance under your profile! 

 

Q: Does this race support anything? 

A: YES! The Race Across Alaska will donate $10 for every participant to the Alaska Trails, Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage and Challenge Alaska, which are all 501(c)(3) that help support physical activity for Alaskans. Additionally, the Race Across Alaska supports the future of Turnagain Training, a business that offering Summer Triathlon Camps, youth triathlon team and races for Alaskan kids, ages 3-17yrs old. 

 

Q: Can I participate in this race from another country?

A: YES! We welcome you from where ever you are and would love it if you joined! Please note, if you are outside of the USA there will be an added shipping charge. If you're unable to register, please email raawc@turnagaintraining.com so we can include your country in the approved list to allow your access to join! 

 

Q: Can I just walk the challenge?

A: Absolutely, walkers are definitely welcome to participate in this challenge and a large part of our event are walkers and hikers! This is a multi-sport challenge, so you can walk, run, xc ski, bike, or swim to get in the miles to complete the distance race you have signed up to complete. Use the challenge as motivation to stay active! 

 

Q: Can I count my daily steps?

A: We encourage you to log only exercise specific times. This means you planned to walk, run, etc. and not just time you cleaned your house and called it your exercise time, sorry! The goal is to motivate yourself to exercise more anyhow, right?! But if steps is what truly motivates you and what matters to you, count them. This 3month challenge is about better yourself and only you can determine what physical activity and mental health means to you! 

 

Q: What are the distances?

A: 60 miles,125 miles, 235 miles, 350 miles, 500 miles, 800 miles, 1150 miles & 2000 miles. You pick the distance that works best for you! 

 

Q: How does the team component work? 

A: Everyone on the team is an individual but you'll also be on a team leaderboard if you join a team where you are working together to get the highest mileage. The key is for everyone on your team to focus on a distance because the teams are separate teams for every distance. Ex: if you have 5ppl in the 125 mile but 1 in the 235mile race. The 125mile team might be doing well in team ranking but your 235mile team will struggle because there is only one person adding up mileage. We no longer have a RELAY option, it was too confusing to have a team component and a relay event, sorry! 

Q: Do I need a GPS watch/tracker, or Strava? Will I need to show my watch or device for proof of running, walking, biking, swimming, or xc skiing?

A: You can use one if you wish but it's not required. Strava has a free app and you can join our club, Turnagain Training, to join others to track the progress of everyone and keep everyone motivated. Unfortunately, Runsignup does not have a way to link up your device with Garmin, Suunto, etc. but you can upload GPS files when you go into "Submit Virtual Results".

 

Q: If I complete the 125 mile Challenge and want to switch to the 235 mile Challenge, can I? (And Vice Versa)

A: NO! We are no longer offering the option to transfer from one event to another. Though, we will mail you the highest race mileage medal that you complete at the end. 

 

Q: What will I receive by doing this challenge? When will I receive my swag?

A: All participants automatically receive your choice of a long sleeve hooded tri-blend race shirt, polyester t-shirt or polyester tank top and winter hat for signing up! You also can go into your race profile and print out the virtual bib before the race to share with others during race kickoff day! During the race you'll also receive virtual badges for completing race percentages and special mile marker badges! In addition, those who complete their challenge will earn an awesome bottle opener finisher medal with the race distance on the back on the medal! Shirt orders will go in on December 2nd & January 2nd and racers can anticipate 3-5wks for delivery from the order date. All racers that sign up after January 2nd will receive shirt sizing in a first to sign up, first served basis with limited sizing available. Medals will be ordered on March 22nd and racers can anticipate 3-5wks for delivery.

 

Q: Are the shirts unisex or gender specific?

A: Gender specific! We will have a men's and women's shirt option available during checkout for each racer!

 

Q: How will I receive my swag?

A: Swag will be mailed out for all out of state racers. For racers in Alaska we have 2 swag pickup opportunities then we will mail out immediately after the 2nd packet pickup. See above for time frames.If you pickup your swag at a packet pickup, we will donate an extra $5 to our non-profits!  Swag details coming soon!

 

Q: If I complete the challenge early, will I get my medal upon completion?

A: No, we will mail out all medals at the conclusion of the challenge date, which is March 19th but racers can anticipate +/- 3-5weeks from the last day of the challenge.

 

Q: Can I create or join a team after I have registered?

A: YES! We love to see friends and families encouraging each other. You'll go back into your profile > Manage Registration > Teams > add a team.

 

Q: We want to be a team; Can we sign up individually & does start - destination need to be the same for all?

A: Every racer is racing individually, for themselves but by joining a team you are working to improve your team overall miles. Please note, you are not working as a team to finish a specific distance (this is not a relay format), you are working individually. Also, if your teammates decide to do different distances, that's ok, they just won't be able to work together to get the largest mileage, since the races are considered several different races within 1 race. Ex: If 5 racers are doing the 125 but you're doing the 235mile race, your total won't be combined into the 125mile team total. The point of the team is a way to motivate one another and try to get the most amount of miles total done first. On the results page there will be a team page that shows total miles that your team has completed, which in theory will help motivate everyone on your team to reach their distance goal! We encourage strong leadership skills ;) We will have a prize for the BIGGEST team!

 

Q: Can I register for more than one event?

A: You can if you wanted to change events. We no longer are transferring events for racers as it caused too many issues with shipping swag 

 

Q: Is it true, we can no longer transfer from one race to another?

A: CORRECT! The distance you sign up for is the distance you'll stay in for the entire race, unless you decide to sign up for a 2nd event. We really want to encourage racers to commit to a distance and challenge themselves to get to the finish line of that race. 

 

Q: How do the results work? How is everyone being ranked? Will the winner be “the winner” based on time or distance, who finishes first?

A: Results are ranked by who has the greatest distance within your race (125mile, 225mile, etc.), time is just added so you can see at the end of the event how much time you've exercises but it is not factored into the ranking system. Additionally, tiebreakers are determined by the first racer to the 25% milestone. Most importantly, this challenge is about getting from A to B and pushing your self physically while seeing how others are doing. There are no prizes for "winning", aside from self pride and a bottle opener medal! 

 

Q: Do we earn rewards for referring friends?

A: YES! But, they must use your personal referral link. The link was emailed to you, but you can also get it by following THESE STEPS!

 

Q: How do I see how many referrals I have?

A: You can see who used your referral link by going to Runsignup > Login > My Profile > Under Virtual Race Across Alaska in the Upcoming Events list you'll click on "Manage Registration". On the left side you'll see an option to click on "Rewards". Under there you'll see how many referrals you've received.

 

Q: My friend signed up for the race because I told her to but they forgot to use my referral code. Can I still get referral credit? 

A: Yes! You'll need to watch THIS video THEN email the race director at Heather.Helzer@turnagaintraining.com with the information. Please give her 1-3wks to enter the information and get back to you. 

 

Q: Can you tell me more about the shirt sizing?

A: Sure, they're Leslie Jordan tri-blend long sleeve hooded shirts, 100% polyester t-shirts and 100% polyester tank tops, along with a pom-pom hat! 

Men's and women sizing fits true to size. 

**Please note that shirt style and color may change, based on availability. Supply chain shortage is an issue races are experiencing as well.

Here is the sizing charts! 

Q: Can I change my shirt size?

A: Yes. As long as the monthly deadline hasn’t passed (December 2nd, January 2nd). You can do this by heading into your Runsignup profile > Manage Registration> Giveaways. Here is a visual to help you understand how to do this, HERE. 

 

Q: How do I submit my virtual results

A: There are several ways to submit virtual results. Click HERE to see what we think is the easiest way. 

 

Q: I entered an activity incorrectly.  How can I edit or delete the activity?

A: You go under your results page where you see every workout you've completed in your "Activity Log". To the left of the trash can is a pencil where you can click on and edit results that were mis-entered. You can also delete results by hitting the trash can.

 

Q: I see people posting pictures of where they are on the map. How do I do that?

A: Enter your name in the search field HERE. You'll see your map, trophy's and activity log there. 

 

Q: Are there any awards for this challenge?

A: There are no awards for this challenge (simply because there is no verification system). However, we might have some fun door prizes for social media shared selfies, first to get to certain milestones, and we might make a friendly team competition (based on challenge completion percentage and not total miles).

 

Q: How do I get my digital race bib?

A: You can find your digital bib by logging into Runsignup, clicking Profile, under Upcoming Races you'll see Virtual Race Across Alaska, on the right hand side you'll see "View Digital Bib" where you can print and show off on social media! 

 

Q. How do I refer people and get referral refunds?

A: 1. Register.

2. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a unique referral link. You can copy and past this link from (a) your confirmation page screen at the end of your registration, (b) your confirmation email, (c)  you can resend your confirmation email from you Runsignup account and get the link.

3. Get 3 friends to sign up using your unique referral link and you will automatically receive up to a refund of $15.00, refunded to your credit card. 

4. Get 6 friends to sign up and you get an additional $15 more!

5. Get 9 friends to sign up and you get $15 more! And onward..... 

RULES:

The referral has to signup with your unique referral link. You cannot email us "after the fact for credit" saying "i referred someone and ask for them to be added to your total.
It has to be 10 unique transactions. AKA.. Any combo of 10 solo registrations and/or 10 team registrations.
The RunSignup system automatically keeps track and refunds the first $15-$45 automatically. You can receive a maximum of $75 back in refunds, 15 referrals.

Q. Does it make sense to sign-up everyone at the same time in my family or on my team?

A: YES! Register 4 or more friends, family, staff, and/or colleagues in one transaction and everyone saves $5 on their registration PLUS you only pay 1 service charge! 

 

Lastly, before reaching out to us, check out at https://help.runsignup.com or by clicking on the help button on any dashboard page

Don't see your question answered here? Shoot us an email, raawc@turnagaintraining.com

Here are the detailed instructions on how you'll submit your results once they become available to submit on 12/21 through 3/20. We ask that all racers submit results at minimum once per week to keep the results page +/- 7 days of training accurate. Ideally, you would submit results within the day of completing a workout but we understand life is chaotic right now for many. Additionally, for your first time logging miles, I recommend using a laptop or computer, some have had iPad's and phones with glitches the first time when entering their results. Safari is also the best option for logging results, if that's an option for you. 

Below are the steps you'll need to take. The pictures follow along with the steps. 

STEP 1: Login to Runsignup via www.RAAWC.com

 STEP 2: Go to RESULTS on the homepage

STEP 3: Go to the Submit Virtual Results 

STEP 4: Enter your name race registration first & last name OR email & DOB.

STEP 5: Click on "Log Activities" under your name.

STEP 6: Submit your results manually! 

Note: You can upload activities from a file such as a smart watch (top right corner of the window)

Note: You can go to "Add Another Activity" before submitting results to add more than 1 workout.

Note: This is my example below.

Step 7: SUCCESS!!!! The workout is added!

Excited to see everyone achieve their goals over the next 3 months!

Sincerely,

Heather Helzer

Race Director

Updated 12/2/2025 at 10am

HELP US GET ALL 50 STATES AGAIN! We will update the progress of states signed up weekly! 

In 2025 we had 49 states + Germany, Turkey, Hong Kong, Australia, UK, Guernsey + US Minor Islands

In 2024 we had 49 states + Australia, Canada, Germany, UK, Ireland, & Namibia!

In 2023 we had all 50 states + 5 countries! 

In 2022 the Race Across Alaska had 49 states + 4 countries! 

In 2021 the Race Across Alaska had all 50 states participate! 

 

*If you want to sign up but your county is excluded from shipping, please email us to inquire about getting added!

Refer 3 friends to join in with you and receive a $15 refund on your race entry!
1. Sign up.
2. After your registration is complete, you will receive a unique referral link to share with your friends, family or post on social media.
3. Get 3 friends to sign up using your unique referral link and you will automatically receive up to a refund of $15.00, reimbursed to the card you used for the race.
4. Get 6 friends to sign up & you'll get an additional $15!
5. Get 15 friends to sign up & get $75 total refund max!

Head over to the FAQ page to learn more about Referral Rules. 

Since the Winter and exercising is better with friends & family, school mates and/or colleagues, we are offering the Team Challenge.  Awards for largest team!   When you register just share your referral link with your friends & family, teachers, classmates & colleagues and encourage them to join your team.   

We also offer family pricing.  Register 4 or more friends and family in one transaction and everyone saves $5 on their registration PLUS you only pay 1 service charge! 

What is it? 

The Trifecta Fitness Challenge is a 3 challenge event designed to keep athletes moving October 1st thru June 15th. We've recognized that many athletes are often struggling during these darker, colder (cooler) months and we wanted to make a special way to keep everyone active. We recognize how big of a piece physical fitness is to your mental health and we see how many people struggle with mental health during these colder months. These 3 challenges allow all kind of athlete to log their minutes/miles with an objective without the added stress an in-person physical event often has on individuals. We notice that often challenge athletes are those that are competitive in an intrinsic form though they love the motivation our leaderboards, weekly newsletter, private social media group and swag give them as far as being apart of something big.

All racers that sign-up for all 3 challenge events by November 15th will receive this Trifecta Challenge ring FOR FREE. After November 15th, there will be a limited quantity of rings available yearly for purchase at a first to purchase, first served basis but once they're gone, they're gone! 

Learn more about the BRR BER Challenge, October 1st through December 1st. 

Learn more about the Forget-Me-Not Challenge, April 15th through June 15th. 

 

This year's Race Across Alaska gives participants the choice between a tri-blend heather denim long sleeve hooded shirt or a long sleeve synthetic top, both made from Leslie Jordan. All racers will also receive a hat, finisher medal, digital bib & digital finisher certificate. All items fit true to size. See our sizing chart on the FAQ page!

**Please note that shirt style and color may change, based on availability. Supply chain shortage is an issue races are experiencing as well.

This is the 2026 race shirt options! The hat is still pending approval! 

THIS IS THE WINTER 2025 RACE SHIRT & HAT DESIGNS! Stay tuned for our 2026 design!

BACKSIDE OF SHIRT

All starters will receive a long sleeve shirt and hat. For those who persevere til the very end, we will have a finisher medal as well!

**THIS IS THE WINTER 2026 RACE MEDAL!**

In-person shirt & hat swag pickup is TBD, typically Dec 31st! For every person that picks up their packet, we will donate an additional $5 to our non-profit donations bank! 

We realize not all racers care for the swag but we're unable to remove it from the challenge price as its a package deal. Racers can chose to opt out of swag when registering by picking "No thank! Donate it!" when choosing your shirt size. If you opt out of swag, this will opt you out of the shirt and hat but we'll donate an additional $25 to the Alaska Trails for you! All those that opt out of shirts, we will circle back to in March to confirm you would like a medal. If you opt out of medals, we will donate an additional $10 to our non-profits. 

All other racers will receive their swag in the mail! Shipping is included in our race price, EXCEPT outside of the USA receive an additional $10-35 shipping charge, country shipping cost dependent.

Register by December 1st to be included in the first wave of shipping out the week of January 1st.

Register by January 2nd to be included in the second wave of shipping out the week of January 31st.  

Register after January 2nd: Limited sizing will be available on Feb 1st for shipment. NO guarantee on shirt sizing. You WILL receive your finisher's medal!

Racers will also get virtual race badges as you reach destinations along your race course! 

This is our virtual badge design racers can anticipate seeing when they log their workouts! Every race has 8 custom race badges, our 2000mile challenge has 15! We update the race badges yearly to follow along with the years logo color, this example is from 2024.

All racers will receive weekly newsletters. The newsletter will have an highlights for the week about our race newsletter along with an activity focus like "Fat Tire Biking", include a workout, good places to go, and any events coming up. 

Lastly, we have lots of fun "add-on swag" options available this year! 

This is intended to be participatory, fun and keep the community active and engaged

Athletes must obey the rules of the road

Use common sense when deciding when and where to participate 

Wear reflective gear if competing at dusk or dawn

Don’t bike in high traffic areas

 

The Alaska Long Trail

From the Camino de Santiago in Spain to the Great Himalayan Trail in Nepal, the Inca Trail in Peru to the Appalachian and Pacific Crest Trails in the United States, long trails have captured the attention of travelers the world over. With some of the most stunning wilderness in the world, Alaska is long overdue in creating a world class long trail of its own. Long trails engage visitors in everything from simple day hikes to multi-week, bucket list lifetime accomplishments. Alaska Trails and its partners are proposing such a route connecting Fairbanks and Seward.  This first 500 mile segment could ultimately expand into a 2000+ mile trail extending north from Fairbanks to the Brooks Range and the North Slope, and south to a future SE Long Trail, following an alluring mix of trails and ferry rides. Many sections of the proposed trail already exist or are currently planned, and the route is almost entirely on public lands, enormously reducing the complexity and cost.

 

It’s time for Alaska to invest in its future by creating a route that will stand with the other great long trails of the world.

Learn more at https://www.alaska-trails.org/the-alaska-long-trail.

60 miles - Anchorage to Whittier: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

60 miles - Anchorage to Whittier: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

125 miles - Anchorage to Sheep Mountain: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

125 miles - Anchorage to Sheep Mountain: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

235 miles - Anchorage to Denali National Park: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

235 miles - Anchorage to Denali National Park: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

350 miles - Anchorage to Delta Junction: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

350 miles - Anchorage to Delta Junction: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

500 miles - Alaska Long Trail, Seward to Fairbanks: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

500 miles - Alaska Long Trail, Seward to Fairbanks: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

800 miles - Denali Highway Loop: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

800 miles - Denali Highway Loop: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

1,150 miles - Historic Iditarod Trail: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

1,150 miles - Historic Iditarod Trail: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

2,000 miles - Ketchikan to Deadhorse: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?

2,000 miles - Ketchikan to Deadhorse: Hooded Tri-Blend or Synthetic Long Sleeve?