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Luggi Foeger Uphill / Downhill Festival

Mar 28 - 29, 2026
Diamond Peak Ski Resort

7th Annual Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival & SkiMo Race: March 28, 2026

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.

2026 Race Results 

First NameLast NamePlace
ELITE Luggi - Men -------------------------------------
SteveWoo1
ConradWalt2
SteveHammond3
ELITE Luggi - Women -------------------------------
KristiePolentz1
BriannaChrisman2
BIG Luggi - Men ---------------------------------------
Tony Pandola1
StevePandola2
Josh Merkow3
BIG Luggi - Men's MASTERS----------------------
HenriqueMiranda1
BIG Luggi - Women -------------------------------
KimWatt1
LaurelPandola2
JessicaTan3
BIG Luggi - Youth ----------- ----------------------
ParkerHrindo1
Jack Moberg2
MaxHottegindre3
Lil' Luggi - Adult ---------------------------------
RomainNguyeb1
JustinSpees2
DeirdreCarter3
Lil' Luggi - Child ----------------------------------
Sebastien Ewald1
SagePandola2
GavinNugent3
AspenPandola4
BaileyCarter5
SamsonScherbinski6

Modified Courses Based on Conditions

If you’ve seen the slopes recently, you know that due to unseasonably warm temperatures, things are melting quickly around Tahoe. This has impacted our upper mountain terrain and we are pivoting to hosting the Luggi races on the lower mountain. We will still have different race categories, only on a new course layout. 

The Lil’ Luggi course will still include one (1) lap of the lower mountain (up and down once) similar to years past but on a different course, the Big Luggi course will include three (3) laps of the lower mountain, and the Elite Luggi course will include five (5) laps of the lower mountain, with transition zones in the Start/Finish area. Courses and number of laps subject to change based on conditions.

Modified Luggi Foeger race course map

What is SkiMo?

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

At Diamond Peak’s 7th 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 will also include 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.

2026 Schedule

Saturday, March 28, 2026

  • Day-Of Registration (Beer Luggi only) – 8:00am – 2:00pm (Ticket Windows)
  • On Snow Uphill Gear Demos presented by Tahoe Mountain Sports – 10:00am – 3:00pm  (Base Lodge “Beach” by the trail map)
  • Race bib pick up – 1:00pm – 4:00pm (Base Lodge Deck)
  • SkiMo Race Start – 4:30pm 
  • Award Ceremony – 6:30pm approximately (Loft Bar)

Sunday, March 29, 2026

  • Winter Wildlife Snowshoe Hike, presented by Tahoe Institute for Natural Science – 7:30am (Meet on Base Lodge Deck for a 1 mile hike followed by a presentation in the Base Lodge) – register online

Race Descriptions & Categories

  • Elite Luggi = Men’s & Women’s Divisions
  • Big Luggi = Men’s, Women’s, Men’s Masters (ages 50+), Women’s Masters (ages 50+), Youth (ages 15 & under) and Beer Luggi Divisions 
  • Lil’ Luggi = 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).

SkiMo Race Registration  Beer Luggi Registration

DivisionPre-RegistrationDay of Event
(March 15 - 27)(March 28)
Elite Luggi$50Not Available
Big Luggi$45Not Available
Lil Luggi$25$29 (kids only)
Beer Luggi (21+)$50$59

Need Gear?

Tahoe Mountain Sports is offering a generous rental discount on any gear needed for the event. Use code: Luggi20 when you checkout. Traditional backcountry or more lightweight, SkiMo-oriented setups available (with kids options too) – click here to view inventory. Contact us directly after you rent if you would like on-site pickup and/or drop off at Diamond Peak on race day.

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*. Click here for a discounted rate for Luggi Foeger competitors (enter coupon code “LUGGI2026” when booking)

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.* Luggi racers enjoy 15% off available rates by using code DPSKI in the “Special Rates” box during booking for this weekend!

* 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

 

2025 Race Results

Thanks to all our sponsors, partners, and everyone who made this event possible! We had an amazing event with amazing weather and a great group of participants and spectators. 2025 podium results and times are posted on the Luggi Foeger Race Results news post.

luggi foeger participants crayon costumes

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