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Leadville Trail 100 MTB vs SBT GRVL

89
Leadville Trail 100 MTB
Leadville, Colorado · August
Tier 1 — Elite

The Race Across the Sky. 100 miles at 10,000+ feet. The belt buckle that defines mountain biking.

VS
86
SBT GRVL
Steamboat Springs, Colorado · June
Tier 1 — Elite

Champagne gravel at altitude - where the pros come to play and the views will make you forget about the suffering

Full Leadville Trail 100 Profile Full SBT GRVL Profile

Course Radar Comparison

LEN TECH ELEV CLIM ALT LOG ADV Leadville Trail 100 MTB: LEN:5 / TECH:4 / ELEV:5 / CLIM:4 / ALT:5 / LOG:3 / ADV:5 SBT GRVL: LEN:4 / TECH:3 / ELEV:4 / CLIM:3 / ALT:4 / LOG:3 / ADV:5 Leadville Trail 100 MTB SBT GRVL

Distance & Elevation

Distance
100 mi
108 mi
Elevation
11,900 ft
8,189 ft

14-Dimension Breakdown

Leadville Trail 100 MT SBT GRVL
COURSE PROFILE
Length
Technicality
Elevation
Climate
Altitude
Logistics
Adventure
EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT
Prestige
Race Quality
Experience
Community
Field Depth
Value
Expenses

The Verdict

Leadville Trail 100 MTB scores 3 points higher overall (89 vs 86), but the right choice depends on what you value most.

Choose Leadville Trail 100 MT if...

"The mountain bike endurance race that defines the category. Bucket list for a reason."

  • You want a longer race (higher distance rating)
  • You prefer more technical terrain
  • You want more climbing
  • You want more extreme weather conditions
  • You thrive at high altitude

Choose SBT GRVL if...

"Champagne gravel at altitude with a three-day festival vibe that somehow doesn't ruin the racing."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is harder, Leadville Trail 100 MTB or SBT GRVL?

    Leadville Trail 100 MTB rates as the more demanding race based on our composite difficulty score (averaging length, technicality, elevation, climate, and altitude ratings). If you're looking for the bigger challenge, go with Leadville Trail 100 MTB. If you want a more accessible race, SBT GRVL is the better pick.

    Is Leadville Trail 100 MTB or SBT GRVL rated higher?

    Leadville Trail 100 MTB scores 89/100 compared to 86/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.

    Which is better for beginners, Leadville Trail 100 MTB or SBT GRVL?

    SBT GRVL is generally more accessible for first-time gravel racers, factoring in distance, technicality, and logistical ease. Check each race's full profile for distance options and beginner-specific advice.

    When are Leadville Trail 100 MTB and SBT GRVL held?

    Leadville Trail 100 MTB takes place in August and SBT GRVL in June. If your calendar allows, you could race both in the same season.

    Where are Leadville Trail 100 MTB and SBT GRVL located?

    Leadville Trail 100 MTB is held in Leadville, Colorado. SBT GRVL is held in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Consider travel logistics, especially if you're flying in — check our full race profiles for airport and lodging details.

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