Bob Cook Memorial Blue Sky Hill Climb
Bob Cook Memorial Blue Sky Hill Climb is a road cycling race on July 25, 2026 in Idaho Springs, CO, with an entry fee of $185.
- Date
- July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Location
- Idaho Springs, Idaho Springs, CO
- Price
- $185
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
Ride 27 glorious miles and 6,700' of elevation gain from Idaho Springs to the summit of Mt. Blue Sky (formerly Mt. Evans) at 14,130'.
- The Blue Sky Hill Climb is an iconic ride up the highest paved road in North America. We close the road to the top for your safety and viewing pleasure. Be a part of history - established in 1962.
- The Climb is in honor of Bob Cook, a US Olympian and record holder. Bob Cook died of brain cancer at the age of 23, and the Hill Climb is a memorial to this extraordinary athlete.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
79°
Low
54°
Conditions
Mostly sunny then showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
59%
Wind
3 to 7 mph
Host City
About Idaho Springs, CO
City Elevation
9,644 ft
Nearest Airport
BJC
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bob Cook Memorial Blue Sky Hill Climb, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
2
Days to train
- Race
- Bob Cook Memorial Blue Sky Hill Climb
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- Idaho Springs, Idaho Springs, CO
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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Bob Cook Memorial Blue Sky Hill Climb
Jul 25, 2026