THE IDAHO IRONHORSE CHALLENGE
​2022

Southern Idaho's Pioneer rides invite you to join the biggest challenge of 2022.
​Will you take it on?

What is the Idaho IronHorse Challenge?

The Idaho IronHorse Challenge is a chance for your to test your mettle in Southern Idaho's four, AERC-sanctioned Pioneer rides. There are six awards available:
The Ultimate IronHorse

Awarded to teams of one horse & one rider that complete endurance distances (50+ miles) on all 3 days of all four Pioneer rides.
The Idaho IronHorse

Awarded to teams of one horse & one rider that complete endurance distances (50+ miles) on all 3 days of three out of the four Pioneer rides.
The Idaho IronTeam

Awarded to teams of one horse & one rider that complete any combination of endurance and LD distances on all 3 days of three out
​of the four Pioneer rides.
The Idaho IronButt

Awarded to riders who complete all 3 days of three out of the four Pioneer rides, riding
​two or more different horses.
The Idaho IronHorse LD

Awarded to teams of one horse & one rider that complete limited distance rides on all 3 days of three out of the four Pioneer rides.
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The Idaho IronSteed

Awarded to horses that complete all 3 days of three out of the four Pioneer rides, carrying two or more different riders.

What can I win?

Winning the IronHorse Challenge is a significant accomplishment, and it will be rewarded accordingly! The managers of the four Pioneer rides will honor successful competitors with swag, praise, and publicity.

​Idaho IronHorse and Ultimate IronHorse (endurance distance) winners will also receive free, one-day entries to each of the participating Pioneer rides in 2023. 

How do I enter?

You don't need to do anything extra to participate in the challenge. Just enter and complete each day at each of the four Pioneer rides, and the ride managers will take care of the rest!