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Luggi Foeger Uphill / Downhill Festival

Mar 20, 2027
Diamond Peak Ski Resort

8th Annual Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival & SkiMo Race: March 20, 2027

There is nothing quite like the feeling of ascending and descending a mountain under your own power. And Diamond Peak Ski Resort makes it easy to enjoy this unique thrill at Lake Tahoe’s favorite SkiMo competition – the Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival.

What is SkiMo?

Ski Mountaineering – SkiMo for short – is a human-powered winter sport that combines uphill travel with downhill skiing. And last winter, SkiMo is enjoyed a breakout year with its inaugural appearance in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

At Diamond Peak’s 8th annual Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival, rather than riding the chairlifts to the top of the resort, participants will climb the slopes using whatever human-powered method they prefer – skins, snowshoes, running shoes, etc. – then ski, snowboard, snowshoe or run back down to the finish line.

It’s part endurance challenge, part in-bounds adventure, and completely customizable to participants’ personal fitness levels.

The event typically also includes activities in the base area including uphill demos, a DJ and awards ceremony in the Loft Bar! Then, the fun continues with a winter-wildlife snowshoe hike Sunday morning.

Race Descriptions & Categories

  • Elite Luggi = 4.6 Miles (double lap) – Men’s & Women’s Divisions
  • Big Luggi = 2.6 Miles (single lap – 1.3 miles uphill to the top) –  Men’s, Women’s, Men’s Masters (ages 50+), Women’s Masters (ages 50+), Youth (ages 15 & under) and Beer Luggi Divisions 
  • Lil’ Luggi = 1.2 Miles (short course – .8 miles uphill to top of Wiggle) – Adult (16 & up), Youth (ages 11-15) and Child (ages 10 & under) Divisions
  • Beer Luggi = Non-competitive – choose either the Big or Lil’ Luggi course and have fun. No prizes will be awarded, but your registration includes a 16oz. Alibi beer and souvenir pint glass. Cheers! 

Safety note: While we love seeing the little ones at this event, competitors carrying children in backpacks will not be allowed to participate in the race for safety reasons. Your little one must be able to make it up and down the course under their own power to participate. Sorry, no sledding allowed either!

Registration

Register in advance to save! Pre-registration is required for all competitive racers – there will be no day-of registration in the competitive divisions (except kids may register day-of for the Little Luggi). 

Registration typically opens in January. 

Race Course

Luggi Foeger Course map

Prizes & Awards

First place winners in each competitive division will receive prizes and top finishers will receive awards and bragging rights. All racers will be entered into a raffle for DP swag and prizes from our sponsors and partners. Participants are encouraged to race in costume and prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Beer Luggi participants are only eligible for the raffle and costume awards. 

Volunteers & Sponsors 

We need volunteer Course Marshalls, Photographers, and Time Keepers to help make the Luggi run smoothly. If you’re interested in helping out on race day, we’ll give you a complimentary lift ticket for the day of (or the next day) and all the supplies you need. Email marketing@diamondpeak.com to sponsor, volunteer, or get involved.

Where to Stay

Competitors coming from out of town are encouraged to stay at one of our preferred lodging partners for the Luggi! These are amazing hotels that have gone over the top to support this event:

The Incline Lodge is Incline Village’s first luxury boutique hotel. Combining sophisticated, laid-back style with graceful hospitality, The Incline Lodge is where guests create exceptional memories in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Located just 1 mile from the slopes of Diamond Peak, guests can catch the free ski shuttle to the resort from this property*.

The Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers incredible lakefront luxury and the convenience of daily free shuttles to the slopes as well as a full-service rental and retail shop in the Hyatt lobby. You can book lessons and pick up your lift tickets at the Diamond Peak Sport Shop and then jump on the free shuttle for the 1.9-mile trip to the ski resort.* 

* Note that the last Free Shuttle return trips end before the Luggi race ends, so please make other arrangements for return transportation to your lodging if you take the shuttle to the resort that day.

2026 Sponsors & Partners

Race Results

Thanks to all our sponsors, partners, and everyone who makes this event possible each year! Past podium results and times are posted on the Luggi Foeger Race Results news post.

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