Grin & Bear It
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- 25 km Loop · 15 km Out and Back · Mountain Bike
From the Organizer
The Grin & Bear It is Crested Butte’s oldest trail challenge. Historically presented as a sprint to Green Lake and back, this classic event has evolved to offer a 25k Loop competition while still maintaining the traditional 15k race.
Back for 2026, the Grin and Bear it BIKE! This route will follow the 25k run route, excluding the .7 miles to Green Lake and back. This challenging route is roughly 14.83 miles with just under 4k feet of climbing.
Note- there is minimal swag and no podium awards for this event.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Crested Butte, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Crested Butte, CO
Population
829
as of 2023
Elevation
9,163 ft
Nearest Airport
ASE
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) · 24 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 122 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Grin & Bear It, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Grin & Bear It?
- Grin & Bear It is a running race held in Crested Butte, Colorado on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Grin & Bear It?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Crested Butte, Colorado at 615 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Grin & Bear It?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Grin & Bear It
Jul 11, 2026