Gallery: Alpine Odyssey Leadville Qualifying Series race

Riders line up for the second annual Alpine Odyssey. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Riders roll through the base area of Mt. Crested Butte. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Changing aspens provided a beautiful backdrop to the race. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Riders turn onto Slate River road at the end of the neutral roll out. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Greg Krause climbs the singletrack at the end of the first lap. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Brian Smith and Cameron Chambers climb together on the first lap. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

There were bikes of all shapes and sizes, and weights. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Women's winner Amy Beisel rode strongly all day. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Cameron Chambers describes his race. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Brian Smith finished just ahead of Lance Armstrong in 4th place. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Cameron Chambers and Amy Beisel celebrate their victories. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Brynn O'Connell was clearly enjoying her ride to 4th overall. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com

Even the sweep motos seemed to be enjoying the day. Photo: Chris Miller | MillerPerspectives.Squarespace.com