The Race Across the Sky at 10,000+ feet elevation. One of the original 100-mile races.
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Leadville Trail 100 2026 on August 15, 2026 brings a strong field rated 88/100. Kilian Jornet 🇪🇸 leads our projections at 36.1%, with Courtney Dauwalter 🇺🇸 in close pursuit at 27.2%.
The primary battle is between Kilian Jornet and Courtney Dauwalter, separated by just 8.9 percentage points. The USA 🇺🇸 has 2 athletes in the top 3, adding tactical depth to their campaign. Katie Schide 🇺🇸 at 16.2% is the dark horse — capable of disrupting if the leaders neutralize each other.
Cool conditions (11°C / 52°F) are favorable for fast times. Sunny skies should allow athletes to push the pace early. Watch for W 7 mph (12 km/h) impacting the exposed sections of the course.
Kilian Jornet to win. Early projection — form and fitness closer to race day will refine this call.
Course record: 15:09:36. Leadville, CO hosts this 100 miles event.