Ruthie's Shootout Biathlon 5km Skate

Name: Ruthie’s Shootout Bia…
Start: 2027-02-06T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2027-02-06T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Crested Butte Nordic Center

February 6, 2027

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Crested Butte Nordic Center

in 89 days

A biathlon-style race at Ruthie’s Stadium at the Nordic Center: five 1K laps of skate skiing with shooting between them, and a penalty lap on the stadium loop for every miss. Aim small.

Part of the Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race Series from CB Nordic: a different format and location each week, 5 to 25 kilometers for the main event, a 3 to 6 kilometer short course, and a free 1 to 2 kilometer kids race. Points accrue through the season, your best three results count, and the series wraps with awards after Magic Meadows Mayhem in March.

Family Friendly Outdoor Event Kids Free or Reduced

What to bring: Skate skis, or rent them at the CB Nordic Center.

Schedule

10:00 AM

5K biathlon

Ruthie's Stadium

Five laps. Long course, counts toward series points.
10:05 AM

3K biathlon

Ruthie's Stadium

Three laps, short course.
10:10 AM

Kids 2K biathlon

Ruthie's Stadium

Two laps. Free.

Photos

Racers at the laser rifle range in a CB Nordic community series biathlon

Racers in the Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race Series at Crested Butte Nordic

A young racer in the CB Nordic community race series

A local racer in the CB Nordic community race series

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I miss?

A penalty lap on the Stadium Loop for every miss.

Do I have to race the whole series?

No. Each race stands on its own. For the series standings, your best three long course scores count, and a fourth score only breaks ties.

Which course counts for series points?

Only the long course. The top 10 men and top 10 women earn points, 10 for first down to 1 for tenth, and the finale at Magic Meadows counts one and a half times.

How do I register?

Online through RunSignup, race by race. Registering for all six races takes 20 percent off, and the kids race is free.

Can I rent skis?

Yes, from the CB Nordic Center rental shop in town.