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!

Our application is now closed. We will reopen  again in late August 2027.

 

ABOUT OUR AMBASADOR PROGRAM:

 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! I have been involved with the RAAWC since the beginning and am honored to be an ambassador again! I am a runner and very involved in the community. You will see me at local races, either running or volunteering. This year, I have had a few setbacks, coming back from injury, and the Trifecta Fitness Challenge always keeps me motivated to stay active. 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. 
My long term goal is to run a half or full in all 50 states, so far 40 states and counting. I have run 93 half marathons and 17 marathons. Hopefully, by next year I will have done 100 half 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

I am so excited to be an ambassador again this year! I love the motivation everyone brings during the winter months. My favorite is the incredible camaraderie that develops and so much positivity! I am always amazed and inspired by our ambassadors and the beautiful community that has been created through the race across Alaska! I’m from Alaska and grew up in Anchorage. I currently live in Snoqualmie WA and get outdoors as often as I can for biking, hiking, skiing! Of course I love Hawaii and return to AK several times a year for mountains. Thank you for allowing me to be an ambassador again this year. You all give me so much happiness.

Carey Quiring
Palmer, Alaska

Hi! I’m Carey and I’ve been a participant in the Race Across Alaska from the beginning. Now I’ve been an ambassador for a few years.
I’ve always been a seasonal runner and Race Across Alaska inspired me to keep moving during the winter months. With the continued training in the off season I have been able to pursue ultra running (any distance over 26.2 miles). The longest I’ve run has been a 100k (62.137 miles). On Oct. 3 I will be stepping up to the start line of a 100 mile race. My goal is to cross the finish line. Who knows what the next goal may be. I just know that the Trifecta Fitness will help me to accomplish my goals.
Looking forward to all the miles ahead and hopefully some will be with you!
Join my team: Team Snow Patrol

 

Suzanne Bassett

North Pole, Alaska

Hi, my name is Suzanne. 

I live in the Fairbanks area with my wife and 2 kids (4+6 yr old boys).  Life gets busy between work life and family life - so I love having the Trifecta Fitness Challenge as a way to keep me motivated and accountable to myself. I see workouts as ME time - sometimes this is solo me time, intentional 1:1 time with good friends, or bigger groups for social interaction with adults.  All of these make me a better me and in turn a more focused employee, a better momma, and a more supportive wife.  

I’m hoping to do a lot of my minutes and miles outside this year (🤞 for a warmer winter!) but when weather forces me inside I turn to the warm pool at Alaska Club and the Zwift community. 

I’m looking forward to being an ambassador this year and hosting team #AdventurousM&M’s to find adventure in all the minutes and miles.

 

Misty Holacka
Fairbanks, Alaska

Heeeyyyy all!!! I am Misty- I’m in Fairbanks! This is my third year being an ambassador for the trifecta series and my fourth year doing the race across Alaska! I love doing this because it keeps me accountable during the winter months and helps me beat the dark day blues as well as motivating others to get active for their own physical and mental health.

 

Lael Oldmixon
Fairbanks, Alaska

Hey, I'm Lael! I have been a lifelong fitness enthusiast, but I would not call myself an athlete. I have two teens and two dogs. My partner, Mark, is an outdoor enthusiast and serves as my number one source of motivation. A few years ago, he encouraged me to switch from my decade of long-distance running to cycling and convinced me to become a cycling instructor with him. I love the cardio without the impact on my hips and knees! This is my third year as an ambassador in the Trifecta Challenge. I love a good goal, especially when I can reach it with friends. This winter, I plan to teach indoor cycling on T, W, TH, and supplement with dog walks, cross-country skiing, and fat biking.

Nyssa Russell
Kodiak, Alaska

Hello from Kodiak!

I am so excited to be joining as an Ambassador this year! I participated in the Race Across Alaska challenge last winter with a group of girlfriends and immediately fell in love with the spirit of these challenges. I live in Kodiak with my husband, two small kiddos, and two adventurous pups - all who motivate me to be the healthiest version of myself. I am a firm believer that movement in ANY form is the best gift we can give ourselves. It is not selfish to prioritize your physical and mental health! That is why I am so incredibly excited for the opportunity to inspire others to join these challenges. The joy of movement is contagious. 

I love to lift heavy weights (because strong is beautiful!), run anywhere and everywhere, hike mountains and trails with my pups, explore the beauty Alaska has to offer with my family, and inspire others to find joy in movement.

Team Name: Type 2 Fun

Sarah Sandbak
Anchorage, Alaska

Hi - I am Sarah and this is my first year as an ambassador.  

I live in Anchorage with my husband and four cats. The cats provided my team name - Got the Zoomies!  For the non-fur parents out there - zoomies usually happen at 3 a.m. when a cat (or 2) decides to race around the house for no apparent reason. This can also happen at other times of day, but the 3 a.m. run appears to be mandatory. 😻

My goal with the trifecta challenge this year is to try and harness some of that energy for myself. I have participated in RAAWC several times, but last year was the first time that I fully embraced it. My goal is to carry that determination into this year’s challenge. 

My main forms of exercise are hitting the trails to run/walk and my trusty stationary bike. I found that both help me keep my physical and mental health in balance and deal with the stress that life throws at me. 

Looking forward to seeing you on the trails!

 

Jessie Lavoie
Anchorage, Alaska

Hello there! I'm Jessie Lavoie and this year I am an Trifecta Fitness Challenge Ambassador, so excited! You may recognize me from my day job, CEO for YWCA Alaska, where I empower women and all able bodies to take up space and build community. This challenge dove tails nicely into our day to day work!
 
I have participated in this challenge for four years, finding it was just what I needed to stay active through our brr months. Having something like the Trifecta Fitness Challenge is that catalyst of accountability and fun! Join my team, Bad Apples!

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?