The Silverton Whiteout marks the start of Silverton’s winter event season. Taking place in early February, the Whiteout is a 8 Hour Relay Race that laps an approximately 8 mile circuit on a groomed route around and through the Town of Silverton, and along County Road 2 and a beautiful stretch of the upper Animas River.
Racers can choose to race solo, 2 person teams, 4 person teams and even as a Family Unit! Costumes and team themes are encouraged. Most racers choose to race on fat tire bikes designed for the snowy conditions, but participants can use any non-motorized conveyance they want: XC skis, running shoes, kick sleds…whatever you want, as long as it doesn’t have a motor.
The Whiteout kicks off on Friday night with a concert at the Powerhouse, and closes with awards and more music.