Apply Now for the Ultimate Mountain Athlete Competition

Plenty of pros can claim to be the best at their sport. But who can dominate them all? The Ultimate Mountain Athlete competition, presented by Toyota Trucks, tests climbing, biking, and skiing skills—plus plenty of endurance, strength, and sheer guts.

🏆Only two athletes will rise to claim the ultimate title.

Ultimate Mountain Athlete is back for season two, and we’re looking for the next eight competitors to show their expertise across three categories: rock climbing, mountain biking, and skiing. Last season, we watched some of the best all-around mountain athletes in the country compete on courses in Colorado, with Molly Armanino and Nick McNutt crowned as champions.

But you’re not just competing for bragging rights—each Ultimate Mountain Athlete champ (one man and one woman) receives $20,000, and category winners have the opportunity to win cash prizes as well.

Watch Season 1 of Ultimate Mountain Athlete

If you think you have what it takes to go head-to-head with North America’s top outdoor adventure athletes, we want to meet you. Fill out the form below by January 30, 2026. Our panel of judges will select the finalists, and Outside readers will vote two of their favorite athletes into the competition.

To Compete, You Must:

• Review and agree to the Appearance Release and Consent Agreement in the form below.
• Be an expert in rock climbing, mountain biking, and alpine skiing.
• Be 18 years or older.
• Reside in North America.
• Use your own equipment. (Gear requirements and restrictions will be provided in advance.)
• Sign a commitment form confirming availability for the competition dates.
• Have not competed in UMA Season 1.
• Have no active auto sponsor, unless it’s a Toyota partnership.
• Submit a video, maximum length 60 seconds, showing why you’ll make a great UMA competitor.

Additional Considerations: 

• The locations, rules, and judging criteria will not be disclosed at this time.
• Public voting will take place by February 2, 2026.
• Finalists will be notified the week of February 16, 2026.
• Season 2 of Ultimate Mountain Athlete is scheduled to film April 8–15, 2026.
• There will be eight (8) days on set: two (2) course practice days, four (4) challenge days, one (1) winner’s ceremony day, and one (1) rest day. There will be a minimum of one (1) challenge per day during the filming period, with a rest day after the second challenge day (weather permitting).
• Each Ultimate Mountain Athlete competitor will receive $2,500 for participating.

View Official Rules

Ultimate Mountain Athlete Season 1Tyler Ravelle