Low-pet Law-pet Challenge

Prepare for the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival Fat Bike & XC Ski Events

January 12, 2025

Low-pet Law-pet Challenge

Name: Low-pet Law-pet Challenge
Start: 2026-01-11T07:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-11T12:00:00+00:00

Is it Low-pet or Law-pet? We invite you to pick a side to race with for how you pronounce Loppet! The Low-pet Law-pet Challenge, formerly known as Pre-Loppet, this event includes both ski races and fat bike events. With all races starting and ending in the lower Stadium, athletes will get a great tune up race before the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival. Ski races will be a 5K and 10K skate options and fat bike will be around a 15K option. We’ll see which team takes the trophy this year by scoring each team’s average time to settle it once and for all – are you team Low-pet? Or are you team Law-pet?

And don’t forget about the kids ski events – 3K, 1K! Also offered is a Sit Ski option of 500 meters!

I double dog dare you to do both the 10K ski AND the 15K fat bike! If you’re up of the Double Dare Challenge register for both events for discounted pricing.

Low-pet Law-pet Challenge Events

5K & 10K Ski Freestyle (classic track will be groomed on snowmaking trail section and on the natural snow trails if conditions allow)
- Participate in the 10K race and earn points for the Tour de Finn. Learn more here.
15K Fat Bike
Double Dare Pre Challenge (do both the 10K ski and 15K fat bike!)
Kids 3K & 1K Freestyle Ski (skate or classic) all on snowmaking trails, classic track on right. Suggested for kids under 12 years old
500 meter Sit Ski

A Word on Bikes

To preserve the trails, participants must use only fat bikes defined as bikes with 3.8” tires or more and less than 10 psi tire pressure.
Tandem fat bikes are allowed and welcome, but are not eligible for awards. Each tandem rider must register and contact registration@loppet.org to ensure the proper results are shown.

GALLERY

Register

10K Freestyle Ski

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

15K Fat Bike

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

Double Dare Challenge

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

5K Freestyle Ski

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

3K Kids Freestyle Ski

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

1K Kids Freestyle Ski

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

500 Meter Sit Ski

Reg Opens Oct 7 | 9 a.m.

Register

Proceeds from the Low-pet Law-pet Challenge benefit the Loppet Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation’s mission, vision, and values.

Registration and transaction fees are non-refundable, including in the event of delay, rescheduling, or cancellation of an event or program. An event or program registration is not transferable to another person or another event for any reason, including injury. Participating under another person’s name will result in disqualification.

A Note About the Data We Collect

All pricing listed on RunSignUp reflects the processing fees per Minnesota’s “Hidden Fees Statute,” SB 478. RunSignup charges a variable processing fee of $1 per transaction plus 6% as our standard price.

Schedule & Packet Pickup

Schedule

Sunday, January 12:

7:30am – 10am: Packet Pick Up Opens. Plan time to receive your chip
8:30am: Kids 1K & 3K
8:40am: 5K Ski
9:00am: 10K Course Ski
10:00am: 15K Fat Bike

Course Map

Course map is dependent on snow conditions: Pre Loppet Course Map

Aid Stations

We will have a basic aid station (water & electrolytes) for the 10K skiers and bikers. And the usual post-race goodies at the finish for all participants.

The Double Dare Challenge

Double your fun and do both the 10K ski AND 15K fat bike. Our race schedule should allow enough time for most skiers to finish the ski and make it to the start of the fat bike. Finish the ski, drop your bib, and make your way back to the bike race start. It is up to you if you want to leave your bike stuff with your vehicle or stage it near the start before the ski race – bike racks will be available for your convenience near the start. We will combine the times of both races and have a separate Double Dare results category (you will still be listed and considered a participant in each individual race as well).

Transportation

Parking

Trailhead: Lot will be available and we expect it to fill
Chalet: Available, please do not park any other cars in if there are snowy conditions and parking lines are covered.
Mortenson, Neighborhood, or Overflow: Available if Trailhead and Chalet lots are both full. Overflow lot may be closed if it is too warm.

Alternative Transportation

Bikes: We will have bike racks near the finish (bring your own lock). We encourage everyone to ride their bike to the race!

Bus: Consider using the bus (Metro Transit) as part of your race day plan! Buses and trains are equipped to carry bikes. See the Metro Transit Bicycles and Transit page for more info.

Rideshare: Uber/Lyft options are a great way to avoid parking and shuttling!

Awards

Awards (Pioneer Midwest hats!) for first three overall male, female and non-binary category finishers in the 5K & 10K Ski Course, Fat Bike, and Sit Ski races
Double Dare Challenge (10K ski+fat bike): Separate results category but Doublers are also still considered a regular participant in both the ski and bike events (both results and awards).
3K, 1K:
- Youth 16 and under will receive Finisher Medals.
- Overall time results will be listed with age noted.

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If you still have questions, please email volunteer@loppet.org

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FAQ

Can I change my race distance or transfer my entry to a friend?

The deadline to make race distance changes is 4:00pm on the Friday a week before the race. After that, a registrant wishing to change to a shorter distance will need to register and pay the full fee for the new race distance.
You can change which event you registered for through RunSignUp. Click here for a video on how to switch your registration and instructions to help with troubleshooting. Event transfers can be made up until 11:59 p.m. on May 13.

What does my entry fee go towards?

Entry fees go towards the production of the event and The Loppet mission of connecting people to the outdoors through experiences that grow community!

When will the participant guide be published?

Typically we send it out to registered participants and post it on the event website about 1 week ahead of the event.

Are there any special group discounts?

Email events@loppet.org if you’re part of a club to see if there’s a way for us to partner with each other.
As a way to recognize the Dakota land we run with and steward, all Indigenous people can participate in any Loppet event for free by emailing events@loppet.org and requesting a discount code

Are dogs allowed at this event?

While we love your furry friends please leave them at home for these large Loppet events.

Who do I contact about the race if I have a question?

The Loppet Foundation
1301 Theodore Wirth Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55422
events@loppet.org
612-604-5330
Registration: registration@loppet.org
Sponsorship: sponsorship@loppet.org

I have special accessibility requirements, who can I talk to about this?

Reach out to events@loppet.org and we can talk about how we can support you.

Do people ever take breaks during the race?

Yes! This is your race, take the breaks you need to feel good during your event. All Loppet races have course cut off times, check the participant guide for the course cut off time that you have to be finished by.

I’m a spectator, where should I watch or what do I need to know?

Check the Mtec app to see if there’s live tracking for the event.
Check the course and transportation sections of the website for details
Loud cheering, fun signs, cowbells, noise makers, music are all highly encouraged. Please keep cheers and signs positive and respectful.
Food & beverages are available for purchase at the finish line (best to bring your credit card!)

Will you have merchandise available for sale?

Yes! Come check out our awesome merch in the adventure shop at the Trailhead or at the finish line.

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