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The Vapor Trail 125 is a high altitude ultra-endurance MTB event in Salida, Colorado. But we started from day 1 with a rider vetting process. It's a passion.

In 2005 a wild idea was turned in for the permitting process and the Vapor Trail 125 was born. We had a hefty entrance fee, hired the local Search and Rescue to be up in idling trucks all night waiting for disaster. A review of their experience mainly. That process is a but cumbersome, but we never want the event to grow much beyond the less-than-100 number that we are easily keeping within bounda

ries. We want people who have done this sort of thing before. It's not a training event. And as a result, we have never (knock wood) had a serious injury. Not a race, a fun ride. But we do keep stats at our website. You can see the finish times and splits for every running.

08/31/2026

Most of the hard work is done. The miles are in. Now it’s time to rest, recover, and get your gear dialed!

Before race day, give your bike a once-over:

🔧 Check your tires and/or install new tires
🫧 Top off your sealant
⛓️ Inspect your drivetrain
🛑 Check those brake pads
👟 How are your shoe cleats? Don’t discover they’re toast halfway through the night.
🧥 Cold-weather gear? Get it all lined up and tested.

The V***r Trail doesn’t care how fast you were in training. It cares how well you’re prepared when the day gets hot, the night gets cold, the trails gets rough, and the miles start piling up.

The training is done. Now sharpen the tools. Rest the engine.

📸 Devon Balet Media

08/28/2026

We’re big fans of the buddy system at V***r Trail 125. Because when you’re grinding through the thin air at 12,600 feet, everything is a little more manageable when you’ve got someone suffering right alongside you. 😈

Misery loves company. Especially at altitude. 😁

15 days until we send it into the Sawatch! Who’s your buddy? 👊

📸 Devon Balet Media

08/25/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! 🚨

V***r Trail 125 doesn’t happen without the people behind the scenes, and we’ve still got a few holes to fill...and a t-shirt order to get in.

Our biggest needs right now:

🩺 Medic: Aid 4/5, Shift 1
🔧 Mechanic: Aid 1
🙌 General Volunteers: Aid 2, plus a few other spots throughout the course

Volunteer Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA8AB29AAFEC70-61828794-vapor #/

If you’ve been thinking about volunteering, this is your sign. Come be part of the chaos, cheer on some seriously tired humans, and help make the V***r Trail 125 magic happen. 🌙⛰️🚵

Have a friend who’d be a great fit? Tag them below. Know someone with medical or mechanical skills? Even better!

📸 Chelsea Tuttle Photography

08/17/2026

Only 26 days until you line up behind the cowboy hat. 🤠

Only 26 days to panic sweat the 10 P.M. start.

Only 26 days to see if your training was enough.

Only 26 days left to sit down with your therapist.

Only 26 days to fine tune your mind, body, and equipment.

Only 26 days. 😈

📸 Jace Stout

08/05/2026

We're looking for a few incredible humans to help keep our riders safe.

The V***r Trail 125 is seeking medical volunteers to staff our remote aid stations during race weekend. If you're an EMT, Paramedic, Nurse, Physician, PA, NP, or have a similar medical background, we'd love to have you on the team.

Our medical volunteers are a vital part of what makes this event possible. You'll help assess and care for athletes tackling one of the most rugged mountain bike races anywhere on planet earth, all while experiencing an unforgettable weekend in the high country alongside an amazing crew of volunteers.

Interested or know someone who might be? Send us a message or sign up at https://vaportrail125.com/volunteer

Your expertise could make all the difference when the miles get long and the mountains get bigger. ❤️⛰️🚵

📸 Chelsea Tuttle Photo

07/30/2026

BREAKING: You're on your own, buddy! Well, kinda.

For 2026, your support crew is only allowed to support you at Aid #3 on Monarch Pass. Racer support crews are NOT allowed at Aids #1, #2, #4 and #5

What about Aid #1? Sorry, not in 2026! 🚫 We tried, but 2025 was a hot mess of cars, bodies, and general chaos. Safety first, folks! 🙅‍♂️

Aid #3 on Monarch Pass offers plenty of room for parking, human bodies, pets, bouncy castles....and a place for you to lay your face meat down.

Until then, it's all about self-care and using the Aid Stations: hug that top tube bag, ration those gummy bears, and convince yourself that pickle juice is a personality trait 😂.

Need emotional support before Monarch Pass? Find a marmot or a sympathetic volunteer at Aids #1 and #2. 😜

📸 Kim Out Gallivanting

07/16/2026

🚨 Mandatory V***r Trail Wellness Check 🚨

Just checking on everyone signed up for the V***r Trail 125...

Have you:
✅ Done your night ride(s)?
✅ Climbed enough mountain passes?
✅ Tested your lights?
✅ Figured out what you'll eat at 3:17 AM?
✅ Accepted that sleep is not optional?

Or are you still in the "I'll start training next Monday" phase? 😅

No judgment... unless your longest ride this month was to the coffee shop. 🫣

Let us know where you're at:
💪 Ready to suffer.
😬 Mildly concerned.
🤡 Fully committed to winging it.

Remember, denial is not a training plan. 😂🤪

FYI, all the Training Series Routes are good-to-go! Also, wildfire smoke as been minimal on and around the course. You can always check real time AQI at PurpleAir.com 👌

06/14/2026

🚵‍♂️ The V***r Trail 125 Training Series routes are officially OPEN for 2026! 🚵‍♀️

The high country is calling, the legs are trembling with anticipation, and the countdown to race day has begun. From punchy climbs to endless alpine views, these routes are designed to help you build fitness, dial in your gear, and get a taste of what the V***r Trail 125 dishes out every September.

⚠️ Early season mountain conditions are very much in play:
❄️ Snow drifts may linger on higher passes
🌧️ Trails may be wet, muddy, or boggy (stay on trail!)
🌲 Downed trees can block sections of trail
🪨 Fallen rocks and debris are common after winter
🚧 Conditions can change daily

Please ride smart, be prepared for surprises, and remember that a little hike-a-bike is sometimes part of the adventure.

Now grab your friends, load the route (link on website), and start stacking those mountain miles. September will be here before you know it! 😈

📸 Eddie Clark Media

05/29/2026

Trail goblins, rejoice! The Antero / Little Browns / Colorado Trail training loop is officially OPEN for the 2026 season!

Starting and finishing at Aid 1 of the V***r Trail, this route serves up a proper appetizer of the V***r Trail 125 course with a side of high-altitude suffering. Expect hike-a-bike, steep grinders, technical singletrack, and enough climbing to make your quads start bargaining with your soul.

But the back half? Pure downhill dessert. 🍰💨

Topping out at 13,100 ft, this loop rewards every lung-burning pedal stroke with massive views and long descents that feel like stealing gravity’s wallet.

Pack snacks. Pack grit. Pack an extra lung. 🫁🔥

Snag the GPS file at https://vaportrail125.com/training

04/27/2026

The high country is waking up fast. What snow did manage to fall this winter is disappearing like the premium snacks at an aid station. We wouldn't be shocked if a majority of the course is riding by late May. 🫣

Meanwhile… your training plan is still “conceptual.” 😎

Consider this your friendly nudge (okay, shove): the V***r Trail 125 isn’t going to ride itself. Those climbs are already stretching, the descents are sharpening their teeth, and your legs… well, they’ve got some catching up to do.

Get out there. Spin, suffer, repeat. September is closer than you think. 😈

We’ll be here, watching. 👀🚵‍♂️

📸 Chelsea Tuttle Photo

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Salida, CO
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+13035526925

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http://www.vaportrail125.com/

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