Grin & Bear It
Grin & Bear It is a running and road cycling race on July 10, 2027 in Crested Butte, CO, with entry fees from $90 to $110.
- Date
- July 10, 2027 (289 days to go)
- Price
- $90–$110
- Sports
- RunningRoad Cycling
From the Organizer
The Grin & Bear It is Crested Butte’s oldest trail challenge. What began as a sprint to Green Lake and back has evolved into a classic 25K Loop competition, while still offering the traditional 15K race.
Back for 2027: Grin & Bear It BIKE!
The bike route follows the 25K run course, excluding the 0.7-mile out-and-back section to Green Lake. The result is a challenging 14.83-mile ride with just under 4,000 feet of climbing.
For the runners, we’ll have brunch waiting after the race. If you finish after noon, you’ll receive a Mikey’s voucher for a slice of pizza and a drink.
If you’re looking for frills, look somewhere else. If you’re looking for a small, grassroots event with big mountain views and plenty of Type 2 fun, you found it.
Events
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.
About Crested Butte, CO
Population
829
as of 2023
City 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
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.
289
Days to train
- Race
- Grin & Bear It
- Date
- July 10, 2027
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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.
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Grin & Bear It
Jul 10, 2027