What’s New in 2026

Entering Year 5, the Life Time Grand Prix continues its evolution as the professional home for off-road racing. The 2026 season introduces expanded athlete benefits, professional compensation for all finishers, and a record prize purse — all designed to elevate the standard of the sport.

Record Prize Purse:

  • $350,000 total top-10 purse (equal pay) 
  • $50,000 awarded to each series champion
  • $240,000 in event prize money 
  • Total athlete prize money: $590,000
  • 55% increase compared to 2025

Professional Finisher Compensation:

  • $2,500 for every athlete who completes the full LTGP season (minimum 3 finishes) Beyond 10th place,
  • An additional $75,000 in athlete compensation

Expanded Athlete Benefits:

  • Complimentary entry into all six LTGP races
  • Complimentary entry into Life Time’s suite of athletic events (with the exception of Leadville Stage Race) 
  • Complimentary Life Time club access (including 10 guest passes, valued at $600/year)
  • Professional media exposure through Life Time channels

Refined Selection Process:

U23 Program Year Two:

  • Selected 10 men and women after UNBOUND Gravel earn program entry.

Race Lineup:

  • Sea Otter Gravel – April 16, Monterey, CA
  • UNBOUND Gravel 200 – May 30, Emporia, KS
  • Leadville Trail 100 MTB – August 15, Leadville, CO
  • Chequamegon MTB Fest – September 19, Cable, WI
  • Little Sugar MTB – October 11, Bentonville, AR
  • Big Sugar Gravel – October 17, Bentonville, AR

Best 5 of 6 scored.

VIEW FULL 2026 SELECTION CRITERIA
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