The Ski Classics Challengers event Zelta Klasika 50 takes place this Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Piebalga, Latvia.

Zelta Klasika 50 is a 50km long-distance race in classic technique and one of the Ski Classics Challengers events held in Latvia. Translated as Golden Classic 50, the race is staged in Piebalga, a region known for its scenic landscapes and strong skiing tradition.

The event is organized by the sports club and ski resort Zelta Krogs, located in one of Latvia’s most beautiful areas. At 240 meters above sea level, high by Latvian standards, Piebalga offers some of the deepest and longest winters in the country.

The region is also well known for its distinctive hilly terrain and rich cultural heritage. 

Zelta Klasika 50 – Ski Classics Challengers Events 

• Date: February 22, 2026
• Location: Piebalga
• Country: Latvia
• Distance: 50km
• Technique: Classic
• Website: Zelta Klasika 50   
• Register: Zelta Klasika 50   
• Facebook: Zelta Klasika 50
• Instagram: Zelta Klasika 50   

More information about the event can be found HERE

As the Zelta Klasika 50, the 50km race, is a Ski Classics Challengers event, Pro Team registered athletes can collect points for the Ski Classics Champion and Youth competitions in their respective genders. 

A list of Ski Classics Challengers events with confirmed dates for the 2025/2026 season can be found on the Ski Classics website. The list is updated continuously with new events.

Everyone participating in Ski Classics, Pro Tour, or Challengers events, as well as professional and recreational skiers, can connect their profile to Ski Classics’ results database, MyPages.

MyPages can be connected for free. In the profile, you can view your Ski Classics event results, collect pins, print diplomas, and analyze your results with friends in the SC ranking system. In your profile, you earn points based on your performance and are rewarded with pins and diplomas.

One of the central features of MyPages is that you get your global SC ranking. The SC Ranking is a live-updated international ranking that is unique for combining women and men, professional and recreational skiers, in a single list.

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