2014 Sport Competitions-Races of Moab and Other Contests

Win Money, Trophy or Title Moab 2014

January 4-5 2014

Winter Archery Tournament - La Sal Mountain Outfitter annually joins with the Department of Natural Resources for Archery introduction to families in conjunction with a tournament with 3-D targets. Held at the Old Spanish Trail Arena, 3641 S Hwy 191, in Moab. 435-259-1613

January 11 2014

Community Dodgeball Tournament - You are invited to put together a Dodgeball Team that will entertain, delight and amaze the community at this year’s Community Dodgeball Tournament! Prizes for best costume/team name, sportsmanship, and overall winner. This is a fundraiser for Club Red, Moab's Teen Center. 435-259-9991

January 25 – 26 2014

Moab Midwinter Mayhem II -Moab’s hometown roller derby league is at it again, bringing fast and furious roller derby action to southeastern Utah. More than 70 skaters from Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico will convene in Moab to compete. The all-day event will feature both women’s and coed roller derby scrimmages and will culminate in a full-length bout pitting Utah and Colorado’s best skaters against each other. Fans can catch the action, and cheer for their favorite state, on January 19, 2013 at the Old Spanish Trail Arena (3641 S. Hwy 191). The main event begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets $10 dollars at the door. 575-635-3898

February 8 2014

The Annual Chocolate Lover’s Fling will be held at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center (111 N. 100 E., Moab) on Saturday from 6-8 PM. Attendees vote for their favorites. To enter a chocolate tasty food, arrive early. Fundraiser for the Moab Teen Center. Phone to find out the theme. 435-259-9991 or 435-259-2255 ext 133

February 15 2014

Moab's Red Hot 55k/33k - This event, hosted by GrassRoots Events, was inspired by a run on Steel Bender with accomplished runner Ian Torrence. Throughout the run the sun's rays illuminated snow-covered sandstone spires, creating the illusion of hot embers glowing. Thus, Moab's Red Hot 55k/33k was born. 435-260-0886

March 1-2 2014

DOCNA – Zippity Do Dog Agility Trials – Competition of handlers directing dogs through obstacle courses in a race for time and accuracy at the Old Spanish Trail Arena (3641 S Hwy 191). Course includes tunnels, teeter-totters, weaves, jumps. Public welcomed to watch (however, leave your own dogs at home.) 970-260-2148

March 15 2014

Canyonlands Half Marathon and 5 Mile Run - Join us for the 38th annual Canyonlands Half Marathon and Five Mile Run! The scenic USATF sanctioned and certified course follows the Colorado River through a dramatic redrock canyon. Food, awards, raffle and live music await you at the finish in downtown Moab. 435-259-4525

March 15-16 2014

Spring Archery Tournament - La Sal Mountain Outfitter annually joins with the Department of Natural Resources for Archery introduction to families in conjunction with a tournament with 3-D targets. Held at the Old Spanish Trail Arena, 3641 S Hwy 191, in Moab. 435-259-1613

March 22 -23 2014

Moab 100 & 50K - The races are held on the beautiful and rugged Monitor and Merrimac trail, 16 miles North of Moab. Racers will run 5.37 mile laps with approx. 11,000' of climbing for the entire 100 miles, and 3,500' for the 50K. Hot food is available during the cool night, as well as other necessities at Base Camp. Placers and finisher's awards will be given! 303-249-1112

March 29 2014 NEW

Behind the Rocks - Its official! There will be a new GrassRoots Events called Behind the Rocks 50mi/25mi! The BTR will be March 29, 2014 a great time to be trail running in Moab,UT. Organizers are excited to have Ultimate Direction & La Sportiva as sponsors. Please check in as this race unfolds. We will be adding information onto the GRE site over the next few weeks. If you have any questions feel free to FB us or email: Chris Martinez at directormartinez@yahoo.com and Justin Ricks at jtruns@yahoo.com. This course is going to ROCK!

March 29-30 2014

Barrel Racing at Old Spanish Trail Arena – Two days of competition at 3541 S. Hwy 191. Free admission for spectators. Racing in the Rockies series. 970-390-3712

April 5 2014

Adventure Xstream Series: Moab - The 13th Annual Adventure Xstream Adventure Race returns to Moab with another all new course. Solo's or teams will kayak, mountain bike, trail run, canyoneer, rappel and navigate at 50+ mile course surrounding the spectacular canyons of Moab, Utah. 970-403-5320

April 5 2014 NEW

Skate the Rocks - Tentative date for Loaded Boards’ event on world famous slickrock; working with the Bureau of Land Management on permits for holding this Long Board Skateboard event in Moab.

April 25-27 2014

April Action Car Show – Celebrating fine vintage vehicles. Group drive to Dead Horse Point on Friday, Saturday car show is held in Swanny City Park (400 N 100 W). Twenty two classes of entry with four top awards: Best of Show, Best Gas Guzzler, Chamber of Commerce Choice and Mayor’s Choice.

May 3, 2014

Gran Fondo Moab - A timed Road Cycling Event sponsored by Poison Spider Bicycles of Moab Utah. The route winds from the Colorado River climbing 5500 feet up through Alpine forests to close a 60 mile loop ride that starts and ends in the town of Moab Utah. The Gran Fondo Moab emulates an old Italian tradition. 435-654-8650

May 3 2014

AMASA 6.5 miles, 9.5 miles, 15.5 mile runs - Registration opens on Thanksgiving Day and is limited to 200 athletes combined over the three events to be held in the Kane Springs – AMASA plateau area.

May 29 – 31 2014

Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo - Join us for 3 days of thrilling rodeo excitement at the annual Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo. Community events, carnival, vendors, Saturday parade, and the extreme sport we call rodeo! 435-259-4852

June 7 2014

Thelma & Louise Half Marathon - It'll be a wild ride--run with your best friend, your mom, your daughter, or new friends through the intense, gorgeous landscape of the outlaw heroines' journey. The Thelma & Louise Women's Half Marathon will inspire, challenge...and give back. Proceeds go to two organizations that support women and girls: Girls on the Run and Seekhaven Family Crisis Center. 435-259-4525

June 7-8 2014

Red Rock Circuit – Horse Show approved by AQHA UQHA with open all breed classes. Held at Old Spanish Trail Arena (3641 S hwy 191). 435-259-8240

June 13 – 14 2014

Rockwell Relay: Moab to St. George - Take three of your friends and cycle non-stop from Moab to St. George. One teammate in the saddle at all times makes for a "never forget" experience. The course will follow the scenic back roads of southern Utah, traveling through two National Parks and Utah's most beautiful landscapes. Covering 516 miles of majestic beauty, it will test your mind, body, and soul. 801-643-4673

June 15 – 21 2014

Desert R.A.T.S. (Race Across the Sand) - Desert R.A.T.S. is a supported foot race, with several stages (running/walking), over a distance of about 148 miles. Each participant must carry his/her own pack containing food, water, safety equipment and other essential material. The shortest distance covered in 1 day is 9 miles and the longest in 1 day is 52 miles. 303-249-1112

August 2-3 2014

Summer Archery Tournament - La Sal Mountain Outfitter annually joins with the Department of Natural Resources for Archery introduction to families in conjunction with a tournament with 3-D targets. Held at the Old Spanish Trail Arena, 3641 S Hwy 191, in Moab. 435-259-1613

September 13 2014

MRAC ATTACK Mini-Triathlon - The Moab Recreation and Aquatic Center, 374 Park Ave. in Moab, will hold its annual MRAC ATTACK Mini-Triathlon on Saturday, September 14, at 9:00 a.m. There are 3 categories, Elite, Open, and Youth under age 12. Awards will be given for the top five places in each of the three categories for both males and females. Participants may pre-register at the center’s front desk or online through September 13, 2013 at www.activityreg.com. Event fee is $10.00. Late registration (day of race) is $15.00 and will be held from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. at the MRAC front desk. 435-259-8226

September 13 2014

MAS 50 - Moab’s Alpine to Slickrock Ultra Run crosses three mountain passes, peaks at the elevation of 11,000 ft to finish on the slickrock terrain of Moab. This is a physically challenging ultra race.

September 13-14 2014

Barrel Racing at Old Spanish Trail Arena – Two days of competition at 3541 S. Hwy 191. Free admission for spectators. Racing in the Rockies series. 970-390-3712

September 19 – 21 2014

Moab Century Tour - Canyons, rivers, mountains - landscapes worth training for! This ride encompasses an inspiring variety of landscapes to awaken the cycling spirit. Choose 40, 65, or 100 mile options. This weekend of road cycling includes a Warm Up ride Friday and Recovery ride and yoga Sunday.

September 20 2014

Moab Autumn Run - A 10K / 5K / KIDS' K benefit run for Moab Charter School students and the Grand County High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams. All proceeds go to these two organizations. Participants in all 3 runs will receive a t-shirt, finishing medal, and end-of-run refreshments. Races begin and end at Swanny Park in Moab. For more info call 435-259-2277.

October 3-11 2014

Plein Air Moab – Plein Air Moab is an 8-day gathering of local and nationally known artists painting incredible canyon landscapes and other region inspired themes. Competing for Awards during the Castle Creek Winery QuickDraw, Main Street QuickDraw and Best in Show for three categories: oil/acrylic, wet media, dry media.

October 19 2014

The Other Half – Stunning Red Rock and mountain views along the Colorado River, fun aid stations, Taiko Drummers entertain along the way, to finish this foot race at Sorrel River Ranch. Finisher medals, food, music and microbrews included. 435-259-4525

October 23 – 26 2014

7th Annual Moab Ho-Down and Film Fest - The 8th Annual Moab Ho-Down Mountain Bike Festival and Film Festival. This mountain bike festival is all about fun and riding bikes! Thursday and Friday night are the movie nights at Star Hall. Saturday is race day with a Super D and a Downhill race. Saturday night is the outrageous costume party with live music at Moab Brewery. Sunday is the Dirt Jump Jam at our newly updated bike park!

October 25 2014

Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival – Come for a quirky fall festival! Live music, kid activities, contests and featuring trebuchets, catapults and slingshots launching pumpkins. 435-259-2326

October 25, 2014

Zombi 5k - 5K fun run with obstacles and Zombies. Explore Moab's running path while evading Zombies. Runners have three flag-football style life flags that the Zombies will try and take. 435-260-0366

November 1 2014

Moab Trail Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, and Adventure 5k - Trail running race: Marathon, 1/2 Marathon (Trail 1/2 marathon national championships!), and trail 5k. An unforgettable voyage through some of the worlds most scenic and unique lands. Registration includes a tech shirt, finishers mug, awards, food and drinks, and a beautiful well marked course. 970-389-4838

November 5-8 2014

Moab Senior Games – The Moab Senior Games will host 8 events, including basketball throw, tennis, table tennis, pickle ball, track & field, various golf competitions. 435-260-0161

November 22 2014

Turkey Trot - Annual Moab Turkey Trot Fun Run starts at 9 AM at the Moab Recreation and Aquatic Center (200 W 400 N). 1K run for kids 9 AM; 5K 9:15. Turkeys to winddrs of each age group. Ribbons for all 1K participants.

December 6 2014

Winter Sun 10K - A fast course, great raffle prizes and delicious finish food make the 31st annual Winter Sun 10K Run a good reason to visit Moab when the air is crisp and the skies are blue and sunny 435-259-4525

Fall Mountain Biking in Moab Utah

First of all, know that the Moab Trail Mix is a diligent volunteer group. They forged 40 miles of new trail last year, including the Pipe Dream. What have they been up to in 2012?  Here is the report:

Klondike Bluff area:

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Dino-Flow. 4.6 miles

UFO. 1.6 miles

EKG add on 1.5 miles

Agate Loops 2.6 miles

Jasper Loop & connectors 2.3 miles

Moab Brands:

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O to 40 (extension on Circle O) 0.1 mile

Now working on Killer Bike 0.2 mile

Sidewinder 1.6 mi, and Maverick 0.4 mi, trails Scheduled for October

Gemini Bridges-Mag 7 area:

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Getaway. 4.4 miles

7-Up. 9.4 miles (2.0 mi ST with 7.4 mi two-track)

Klonzo area:

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8.5 miles projected to be built before Dec 30

And there have been new bike events this year.

In June there was the conclusion of the Telluride to Moab Stage Race.

Upcoming in September are the Enchilada Enduro (sold out downhill race) and the Furious3 stage race.

The 24 Hours of Moab has gained the support it required to go forward with the October 2012 event.

In addition, the Museum of Moab is celebrating Moab's Bike History. To kick it off, on October 6 2012 Coyote Shuttle and Magpie Adventure Cycling will have vans for the Moab local youth to go mountain bike up to the Brand  Trails. The International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) has designated this day as Take a Kid (Mountain) Biking Day. The Museum has expanded on the idea, as kids on road bikes can go out with the Saturday Morning Road Cycling group. The road cyclists meet at Swanny Park. Later October 6, 2012, there is the 24 Minutes of Moab, the kid race put on by the 24 Hours of Moab, Registration is at 3:30 PM for a 4 PM race.

Then stay tuned as the celebration continues with the American League of Bicyclists' National Bike Month May 2013. Moab will have more biking activities planned by the Museum of Moab. For more information email moabmuseum@inbox.com. 

Moab for Bicycles: Mountain Bike, Road Cycling, BMX

Moab has been known for three decades now for mountain biking. The petrified sand dunes have become a challenge of balance and technique, plying knobby tires to various degrees of slickrock angles and pitches. The Moab mountain bike trails have evolved from old uranium mining accesses turned 4-wheel drive route. More recently, single track trails are being approved by land administrators and built by volunteers, in many cases. The City of Moab, has, this whole year, been developing new bike lanes and bridges, paved segments in the Mill Creek Pathway and a dirt trail aloft in the valley’s west cliff wall. The collaboration between government and private industry has produced the Intrepid Trail System at Dead Horse Point State Park and more. Mountain biking breeds alliances.

On the scene, came the Moab Skinny Tire Festival. The Festival organizers have changed the name to Skinny Tire Events as they have developed a mid-summer moonlight ride and a fall Moab Century Tour too. Moab sees more road cyclists visiting. The Italian style Gran Fondo bike event dons the May event calendar in Moab. It is believed that the October 2010 dedication of the Moab Canyon paved pathway will further enhance Moab's attraction to this group of athletes.

The Department of Energy has offered to build a trail from Courthouse Wash, along the Colorado River, to hook into Hwy 279, a.k.a., the Potash Road. Meetings to decide the maintenance of this new trail and how to integrate a Hwy 191 underpass in the Courthouse Wash flood zone kick off thoughtful consideration among the Grand County Council, Trail Mix, Moab Trails Alliance, the Department of Transportation and other interested public. If paved it would serve more road cyclists, wheel chair access and another segment for parents with stroller or kids on roller skates and scooters.

Moab City had 41 volunteers turn up in November to lend strength to clearing rocks for a single track above the western utility corridor. This Pipe Dream Trail will get signs this winter. This trail extends from the Hidden Valley trailhead to an area behind Moab’s Mountain View subdivision near Aspen Avenue. Mid-access is located at Jackson Street, or the west side of Hwy 191 straight forward from 4th East. It will be shared with pedestrians too.

Only last year, May 2009, Dead Horse Point State Park celebrated the opening of two new loops for hiking and biking. Intrepid Potash, headquartered in Denver, has five production facilities, one notably in Moab, Utah. The solar salt drying ponds can be seen from the rim of Dead Horse Point State Park. A relationship between a government and private organization formed to complete the Big Chief and Great Pyramid Loops, parts of the Intrepid Trail System. During the summer, Dead Horse Point State Park collaborated with the Moab Area Travel Council to provide free park admission in a campaign managed through Salt Lake City movie theaters. And this even precluded the release of "127 Hours".

Less influence for BMX biking exists in Moab. However, the city has set aside land off of 500 West in Moab for the BMX bicyclist. The bumps and ramps have seen BMX aerial stunts and tricks of bikers of different ages. There is a skate park on 400 North 100 West, that at times, also sees BMX trick bikes. Adjacent to the Old Spanish Trail Arena is a bit of land developed for BMX use, however, the property on 500 West became so much more convenient to youth access.

To put together a bike event in Moab Utah, the Moab Travel Council offers free consultations for permits, event services and logistics. Contact 435-259-1340, to speak with the Facility and Event Promoter of Moab.