4 Things You Need to Know Headed Into Talons Challenge

Talons Challenge in Beaver Creek, CO.

Posted February 10, 2024

By Olivia Lyda

Get ready to conquer the slopes at Talons Challenge – just two weeks until the action kicks off on February 24-25, 2024! Brace yourself for 14 intense mogul runs, a vibrant Beaver Creek village, and an adrenaline-packed weekend. Before you tackle 26,000' of vertical downhill or immerse yourself in the village atmosphere, check out these essential tips for an epic mountain and village experience.

  1. Check-In for the challenge is from 8:00 am to 10:00 am at Creekside Patio on Saturday and Sunday! The lifts start spinning at 8:30 am, and the Grouse and Larkspur lifts cease operation at 3:00pm - arrive early to maximize your laps! Please track your runs by using My Epic and don’t forget to Start GPS Tracking when arriving to the resort!
  2. Head to Talons for your included participant lunch from 11:00am – 2:30pm. The energy will be high with a DJ on deck and fun-filled activation tents from our sponsors Helly Hansen, Gatorade, Nature Valley and Michelob Ultra, offering additional swag for your collection! Lunch options will include fried chicken or veggie burrito offerings, with beverages from Michelob Ultra or bubly - you will need your credential in order to get your lunch!
  3. Registrants can collect their Talons Challenge swag at the Ice Rink. Swag distribution is from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm on the day of your single-day registration or from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday for "Master of the Mountain" registrants. This year’s single-day participant swag includes a Helly Hansen duffle bag and more!
  4. The After Party rocks from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday! Head to the village for a DJ starting at 2:00 pm and live music from Echo Monday on Saturday and the Danjo Harris Band on Sunday. Challenge participants also have the chance to enter a prize giveaway, featuring grand prizes such as skis, GoPros, and much more – stick around for a chance to win!

February 24-25 promises a weekend to remember with the leg-burning Talons Challenge! Saturday and Sunday single-day registration is still available – register today at bctalonschallenge.com.