This Popular MTB Trend Suddenly Banned From Leadville and Big Sugar

Life Time has decided to outlaw drop-bar mountain bikes at both the Big Sugar and the Leadville Trail 100 MTB races for 2026, with a new rule that states, “All competitors must use flat or riser-style handlebars. This rule will be enforced during pre-race inspections and on course.” And if you ask me, that makes sense, seeing as the Life Time Leadville 100 MTB race is a mountain bike race.

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