Cycle from Salt Lake City to Ogden at this affordable metric century (62-mile) on Saturday, April 25, 2015 that features plenty of aid stations and finishes with an (optional) catered meal. Following the race you can ride back to Salt Lake City on UTA’s Front Runner. A great mix of urban and rural riding with stunning mountain views along the way, it’s the perfect spring training event for summer races. frontrunnercentury.com
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Explore Salt Lake City’s best sites at this big race event that includes a 5K, half marathon, marathon, bike tour, and kids’ marathon on Saturday, April 18, 2015. Pick up your race packet and new gear at the Quality of Life Expo on April 16–17. Stick around after and listen to guest speakers, attend race clinics, and much more. Not racing but want to help? Tons of volunteers are needed to stage a race this massive. Visit the website for details. saltlakemarathon.com
The Outdoor Retailer™ show for everyone! Returning for a second year on April 17–18, 2015 at the South Towne Expo Center in Sandy, the Fest is a marketplace where outdoor manufacturers and retailers can sell gear and educate consumers. The Wasatch Mountain Film Festival will screen extreme adventure films there on Friday from 5:30–9:00 p.m. Expedition outfitters, outdoor activity providers, and resorts will be on hand to help you plan and book outdoor getaways. adventuregearexpo.com
A unique fitness convention, Fit Con Utah, is coming to the South Towne Expo Center on April 24—25, 2015. Fit Con is dedicated to bringing the top fitness professionals and icons to improve fitness education in Utah. The event’s packed with seminars, trainings, and keynote speeches from national and local fitness professionals, including: Ray Lewis (Baltimore Ravens-NFL Professional), Ben Pakulski (IFBB Bodybuilder – Mr. Canada 2008), Noelle Pikus Pace (2014 Olympic Silver Medalist), Drew Manning (“Fit2Fat2Fit” Celebrity), Felicia Romero (IFBB Figure Pro), and more. fitconutah.com
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Run a gorgeous course at this early season 13.1- or 10-mile race on April 4, 2015 beginning at Mountain Dell and winding past Little Mountain and landmarks like Ruth’s Diner. Race finishes in Research Park with social afterparty that includes hearty breakfast, live music, and awards at the Marriott Hotel. Not ready to run a half? Choose the 3-person relay option and split the distance with friends! sports-am.com
Road trip to Wyoming road trip this March to participate in a fun Jackson race tradition held March 28, 2015, the second to last Saturday of skiing at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. The four-event race is open to individuals and teams and consists of four legs: alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, bicycling, and boating. The event raises funds for the Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Club, a non-profit that provides affordable skiing and boarding programs to Jackson youth. jhskiclub.org
Kick off triathlon season early on Saturday, March 21, 2015 with this indoor/outdoor race in American Fork that begins with a 300-meter pool swim followed by a 12-mile outdoor bike ride and 5K run. Kids’ sprint triathlon (100-meter pool swim, 5K bike, 1-mile run) immediately follows adult race. Polar bear medals for finishers! 5K run also offered. A USAT sanctioned event. racetri.com
Though best known for its mountain biking trails, Moab is also home to some of the world’s best road biking. Experience Moab’s pavement riding at this annual festival from March 14—17, 2015. Stay all weekend and enjoy four beautiful rides: through Arches National Park, two along the Colorado River, and one to Dead Horse Point and back. The rides are fully supported with sag wagons, bike mechanics, and aid stations along the way. The weekend also includes yoga, event expo, cowboy dinner with live music, and Banff Film Festival screenings. skinnytireevents.com
Take in stunning views and torch calories as you test your endurance and backcountry ski skills in this intense three-day ski mountaineering race festival at Brighton Ski Resort on March 6—8, 2015. Multiple races offered: elite 10-mile race with five climbs totaling 6500’, recreational 6.5-mile race with three climbs totaling 3,700’, and 14-mile team competition with six climbs totaling 8,600’. Event followed by post-race barbecue, awards ceremony, and raffle at the Millet Chalet. Backcountry clinics offered on Saturday. wasatchpowderkeg.com