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2026 WMS Race series

 

 

Winthrop Mountain Sports • Nordic Community Events

2026 WMS Race Series

Community races for all levels — classic or skate, fast or slow. Come sweat, race, and have fun together.

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WMS Race Series – Community Fun for All Levels

The goal of the WMS Race Series is to create fun, welcoming community races where anyone can show up — no matter their experience level or technique. Classic or skate, fast or slow, everyone is invited to come ski, race, and enjoy the community together.

Race #1 – Tour de Rendezvous (Uphill)
Saturday January 24th, 2026 — 9:00 AM
  • Start: Cub Creek Trailhead
  • Finish: Top of Rendezvous Pass
  • Distance: Approximately 8 km uphill
  • Start Time: 9:00 AM (mass start)

A fun early-season uphill challenge with beautiful views from the top.

Bib pickup:
Thursday the 22nd and Friday the 23rd during regular store business hours.

Jacket drop-off:
You may drop off your jacket at the same time as bib pickup.
Your jacket will be transported and waiting for you at the finish line, thanks to the generosity of Ben and https://www.rendezvoushuts.com.

All jackets must be dropped off by 5:00 PM on Friday the 23rd.

Race start:
9:00 AM at the Cougar Bait trailhead (bridge).

Wax recommendations:
Wax recommendations will be posted at the store on Thursday and Friday.

Race course map Here

Photo Album here

Results here

Race #2 – Team Sprint
Tuesday February 17th, 2026 — 4:00 PM
  • Location: Methow Trails New Headquarters (Winthrop Trailhead)
  • Format: Teams of two

Fast, exciting team racing with a great community atmosphere — perfect for spectators.

 

Team Format

  • Teams of 2 skiers
  • One skier on course at a time
  • Skiers alternate laps and tag their partner in the exchange zone
  • Each team receives A / B bibs
  • Exchange zone will be clearly marked

Kids Team Sprint (Ages 8–14) — Classic Technique

  • Short loop (approx. 800m to 1 km)
  • 2 laps per skier
  • If enough kids are registered, we will run two kids starts: 8–11 and 12–14

Adult / Youth Team Sprint (Ages 15+) — Skate Technique

  • Loop length: 800m to 1 km
  • 3 laps per skier
  • 2 Semifinals + Final

Tentative Schedule

  • 4:00 PM — Kids Team Sprint (Classic)
  • 4:45 PM — Adult Semifinals (Skate)
  • Final follows semifinals

Timing may adjust slightly depending on registration numbers.


Bib Pick-Up (Important)

Winthrop Mountain Sports (WMS)

  • Feb 15 — all day
  • Feb 16 — all day
  • Feb 17 — until 2PM

We do not have enough volunteers to run bib pick-up at the venue. Please pick up your bib at the store before race day.

Wax Recommendations

Wax recommendations for race day will be posted at the store and our social media pages.

If you would like us to wax your skis for the race, we are offering our a special sprint wax at $25.

Race #3 – Loup Loup Race
Saturday March 8th, 2026 — 9:00 AM (to be confirmed)
  • Location: Loup Loup Ski Bowl
  • Start: 9:00 AM from the Loup Loup Chalet
  • Course: To be determined

We’re excited for this one — expect a fun loop and a great community vibe.

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As we get closer, additional race details and updates will be posted here.

 

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