Race to the Top of Vermont 2023

We are thrilled to facilitate the participation of any adaptive athlete interested in taking part in the 2023 Northern Delta Dental Race to the Top of Vermont again this year. The Stowe event is put on by our friends at the Catamount Trail Association and will be held on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Please sign up early to participate, or volunteer.

Not familiar with the annual event? The Race to the Top of Vermont draws hundreds of hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb or bike Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. The course follows the historic Mansfield Toll Road, which is 4.3 miles long and ascends 2564 vertical feet. For some, it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time on this challenging course. For others… it’s about the camaraderie and the spectacular views while supporting non-profit organizations close to their hearts such as Green Mountain Adaptive Sports and the Catamount Trail Association.

 

ADAPTIVE ATHLETES PARTICIPATE IN 2023

Adaptive Athletes at the start of the Race to the Top of Vermont

Four adaptive athletes participated in 2022 (read story here) in the inaugural edition of the now fully inclusive event.

We encourage anyone with a disability who loves a good challenge to join Team GMAS in this exciting ascent alongside hundreds of other adrenaline seekers. 

This year, adaptive athletes riding an e-assist bike will be included in the new e-bike category, which is not an official “race,” but a great way to participate in this fun event. Want to run or hike, you’ll be included in the running or hiking division. We’re all participating in this fun event together!

Whether you choose to walk, run, or bike, Green Mountain Adaptive Sports is happy to offer support. We can assist with securing a support team, locating adaptive equipment to use at the event, or any other needs that you may have. The sooner we know you are interested, the better we can support you. Join our team!

 

REGISTER with the GMAS code

Erik, Robby and Brit the 2022 Race to the Top of Vermont

If you wish to register as an adaptive athlete, first click on this link and then choose “non-member.” Fill out the registration form, and when prompted for a code at check out, use the code 23gmascomp which will give you a free entry. This is for adaptive participants only. Family and friends need to purchase their race entry. Select “GMAS” as your team. Once you have officially signed up on our team, we will email you updates about accessible parking, event timing, and other important information to make your time in Stowe and at the event as seamless as possible. Please help us grow the event and invite other adaptive athletes you think may enjoy this event.

 

VOLUNTEER

There are many ways to participate in this event.

  • Support an athlete. We will need a few strong men and women to assist athletes on the course. Hard work with a huge collective reward.
  • Join as a volunteer. You can help at the GMAS tent, offer water and snacks to the racers at the finish, etc. There is no need to be a world-class athlete to be a part of this great event! You can make a difference, and have some fun too! Reach out to pascale@greentmnadaptive.org.

 

Make Your Summer Goals Impactful

Interested in participating, or in receiving more information about joining the GMAS team in one form or another? Contact pascale@greenmtnadaptive.org.

Thanks for the support, we hope to see you in Stowe on Sunday, August 27, 2023. 

Click here to read more about the Northeast Delta Dental Race to the Top of Vermont.