Race the Face 2026
🏔️ Race the Face – January 17, 2026
❄️ Red River, New Mexico • 4:00 PM
Get ready for one of Red River’s most intense winter competitions — Race the Face returns on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 4PM. This adrenaline‑charged event pits snowmobiles and snow bikes against the steep climb of The Face, with racers battling the clock for the fastest ascent and a shot at cash payouts.
This is pure horsepower, skill, and mountain grit — Red River style. 🔥❄️
🏁 Event Overview
Race the Face is a timed uphill race, with each rider completing two runs. The best time counts toward final standings and cash prizes.
🚀 Snowmobiles & Timbersled snow bikes
⏱️ Timed single‑machine format
🏆 Cash payouts based on class size
🏔️ A steep, iconic climb up The Face
📜 Official Rules
To keep the competition fair and fast, all racers must follow these guidelines:
🛑 One machine on course at a time (no side‑by‑side racing)
🏷️ One class per machine — no double‑classing
👤 One rider per machine — no shared machines
🏍️ One rider per class — riders cannot compete on multiple machines
⬆️ Machines may class up (e.g., Stock → Open), but not down
🪖 Helmets required for all riders
🏎️ Race Classes
Each class is defined by machine specifications and allowed modifications:
🔧 Stock
No turbo from factory
No modifications except aftermarket muffler
⚡ Boost
Factory or aftermarket turbo
No other modifications except aftermarket muffler
🔩 Modified
Any exhaust, intake, or engine modifications
Turbo allowed
❌ No nitrous
🔥 Open
Any modifications allowed
Nitrous permitted
🏍️ Timbersled Snow Bike
Dedicated class for snow bike competitors
📝 Registration
🎟️ First come, first served
🚨 Maximum: 40 machines
💵 Entry fee: $50 per rider/machine
🖥️ Online registration closes: Friday, Jan 16 at 11:59 PM
🏢 Day‑of registration (if space allows):
Guest Services, Main Chalet
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Payment due at registration (no checks)
Each rider/machine/class combination requires its own registration.
🚚 Staging Information
🕑 Staging begins: 2:00 PM, Saturday, Jan 18
📍 Location: Near the Copper Chair at the end of Independence Trail
🛻 Unload machines by: 3:30 PM
🚫 Machines may only be moved with staff approval
🧭 Machines will be escorted to The Face in race order
🔍 Machines are subject to class‑compliance inspection
💰 Payout Structure
All payouts are issued by Red River Ski & Summer Area.
If a class has 5 or fewer machines:
🥇 100% of class pot → 1st place
If a class has 6–9 machines:
🥇 80% → 1st place
🥈 20% → 2nd place
If a class has 10+ machines:
🥇 70% → 1st place
🥈 20% → 2nd place
🥉 10% → 3rd place
❄️ Be Part of the Action
Whether you’re racing for glory or cheering from the base, Race the Face 2026 delivers high‑octane excitement and a true Red River winter experience.
🏔️ See you at The Face.