VMBA

Women's Ride - ROC
2022-08-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-08-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-08-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-08-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-09-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-09-08 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | North Reservoir Road, N Reservoir Road, Randolph, VT, 05060, United States
Friendly, no-drop ride for Women and gender non-binary riders. For more info, contact: hannahebarden@gmail.com

Point to Point - Powered by VSECU
2022-08-06 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
Ride or run to help fight hunger!
Join us for the Point to Point, powered by VSECU, to support the Vermont Foodbank, help fight hunger, and put the fun in fundraising! Help us reach our fundraising goal of $150,000, which would provide over 250,000 meals to help feed our neighbors in need.
Bring your bike or running shoes to the State House Lawn in Montpelier on Saturday, August 6. With scenic Vermont routes from one to 100 miles, there’s a ride or run for everyone! Plus, we’ll have music, local food trucks, games, and fun for the whole family.

What else do I need to know?
In addition to helping Vermonters in need, you’ll also get special perks and great swag for your participation in the Point to Point, powered by VSECU:

Access to the wellness tent for massages, treats, and other
Two free beer tickets
Coupon to use at your favorite food truck
Your official Point to Point t-shirt and medal
And more!

We will also have incentives for reaching certain fundraising thresholds above your fundraising commitment* of $150 (250 meals for Vermonters in need!):

$200 or more—Point to Point Hunger Fighter jersey
$400 or more—(the above, and) 10-punch State Park Pass with your choice between a hand-crafted Point to Point Woodzie or a two-for-one Point to Point cup and koozie combo
$800 or more—(all of the above, and) Vermont Skida Brim Hat and local Vermont chocolate
$1,500 or more—(all of the above, and) a Point to Point VELO bike sock.

When you register, you commit to raising a minimum of $150. Those who haven’t met the minimum required amount by 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 20, will be charged the balance on Tuesday, August 23.
For more information, please visit thepointtopoint.org.
Register: https://www.bikereg.com/the-point-to-point?__hstc=178076474.0da644037e9f3e5d6a90a67d7f4bb3fd.1653588024655.1653588024655.1653588024655.1&__hssc=178076474.1.1653588024655&__hsfp=3821970035&hsCtaTracking=d0bfe121-bbb6-40de-b330-95d3d186724a%7C10176eda-a959-4b87-997b-548dd9497a1c

Slab City Trail Challenge
2022-08-07 10:00 - 16:00 | MA
General Info:

Sunday, August 7th, 2022
10AM start, bib pick up at 8AM
16 Pleasant St, Randolph, VT 05060
20ish miles, 3000+ feet of climbing (scroll to bottom for trailforks route)
1 aid station

Join us for an EPIC Randolph mtb adventure, the Slab City Trail Challenge! This first annual fundraiser for the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective’s Youth Program will take you across virtually all of the Randolph trail network. The roughly 20 mile adventure will start and finish at The Gear House and link up classic singletrack, local favorites, flow trail and some spicy new downhills. ALL profits will be put directly to Ridgeline Outdoor Collective’s Youth Program to foster skills and stewardship among the youth in our cycling community to keep building the stoke for years to come.
After Party: We know you really want to hear about the after party! Our event partners, The Gear House will help cap off your amazing Sunday ride by hosting a really fun backyard party with tasty local food and craft beer from Bent Hill. Your entrance fee gets you a food ticket and access to the party.
Cancellation Policy: We do not offer refunds but if you can’t make it, you may assign your registration to whomever you like. Simply log back into your BikeReg account and change the rider information to your replacement before registration closes prior to the event.

Slab City Info:
Are you wondering where the term Slab City comes from? Back in the late 1800’s Randolph was referred to as Slab City because of its robust lumber industry. It still has a few small mills that supply locally sourced lumber for the community. In addition, local mtb guru Paul Rea ran Slab City Bike and Sports in Randolph when Vermont mtbing was taking off in the early ‘90s. Randolph hosted the New England Mountain Bike Festival for 5 years in the 90’s and helped lay the groundwork for Vermont’s amazing mtb scene we all love today! We’re excited to be bringing back “Slab City” again in 2022! We can’t wait for this fun event & we hope you join us on Aug 7th
Stay up to date with all of the Slab City Trail Challenge information by following Ridgeline Outdoor Collective on instagram and facebook!

Tentative event route
https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/295320/
Event Registration:
https://www.bikereg.com/54771

Rochester One Planet Bike Camp
2022-08-08 08:30 - 11:30 | MA
Please check the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective Website for more details.

Co-Ed Beginner Intermediate Group Ride
2022-08-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-08-15 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-08-22 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-08-29 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-09-05 17:30 - 19:30 | MA
Weekly group ride, co-ed group ride. Intermediate No-drop pace, option for beginners and multi-level groups depending on attendance. Contact Morgan Easton at morganic802@gmail.com for meeting spot each week and more information

Advanced Group Mtb Ride - ROC
2022-08-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-06 18:00 - 20:00 | The Gear House, 16 Pleasant St, Randolph, VT, 05060, United States
Advanced paced group ride, starting at the gear house. Contact Morgan at morganic802@gmail.com or give The Gear House a call for more information.

SVT Scramble
2022-08-12 08:30 - 16:00 | Slate Valley Trails, 212 Main St., Poultney, VT, 05764, United States
Join Slate Valley Trails (SVT) on August 13, 2022 for the third annual Slate Valley Scramble trail run race and fundraiser! Trail runners can choose from an 8k and half marathon, which will be entirely on singletrack and double-track trails! This year’s event will also offer a Kid’s Fun Run! Kids 12 years and younger can join us for a short (<0.5 mile) trail run near the start/finish area.
Races will offer runners a well-maintained, variable terrain, wooded course consisting of primarily single-track trail. While both courses will have some flat terrain and rolling hills, there will be hills and a few sustained climbs. Runners will be rewarded with occasional stunning views of Vermont’s “Slate Valley”.
This is a cupless race! Runners are encouraged to bring a water bottle to refill at the cupless aid stations set up along the course. Join us for what is sure to be a fun day in the Vermont woods!
THE DETAILS
–Half Marathon starts at 8:30 AM
–8k starts at 9:30 AM
–Kid’s Fun Run will start at ~11:15 AM
–Award’s Ceremony will following the Kid’s Fun Run; ~11:30 AM
The event is open to runners and hikers. Both courses will close at 1PM, allowing ample time for those with varying paces to complete either race.
The Kid’s Fun Run will start and finish in the same area as the adult races. All participants will receive a participant prize at the finish line. The Kid’s Fun Run will be open to kids 12 years and younger. Parents may accompany their children during the race.
Registration includes a swag bag and all racers will be given a finisher award when they cross the finish line!
Top three male and female finishers in both races will receive awards.
Post-race festivities will include an award ceremony, post race snacks, and a raffle featuring items from Darn Tough Vermont, Goodr, Sensible Shoe of Rutland, Skida, and more!
REGISTER BY 7/23/22. After 7/24/22, registration costs will increase by $15. Online registration closes on 8/10/22 at 5p.
**Day of registration for both races will only be available from 7-8 am on race morning.**
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are integral to the success of any event. For those who wish to donate 2-4 hours of their time toward the Scramble, we encourage you to register as a volunteer. Volunteers who register via RunReg will receive a free event t-shirt!
THE COURSE
The half marathon will start at the Fairgrounds parking lot and cross VT Rt. 140 by way of Maple Sugar. Racers will head out for an approximate 9 mile loop on the Fairgrounds West trail system covering Cotton Candy, Big Top, and Carnie before joining up with Ringmaster to head back to Fairgrounds East by crossing back over VT Rt. 140. The half marathon course will then join the 8KM course for an approximate 4.5 mile loop on the Fairgrounds East trail system including Bumper Cars, Midway, the upper portion of Cliffhanger, and part of Merry-Go-Round. Both courses will return to the Start/Finish area by way of Maple Sugar for a total elevation gain of ~1500 ft for the half marathon course and ~700 ft for the 8KM course.

* To learn about SVT Fairgrounds trail network (official maps), CLICK HERE.
*Our trails can also be found on TrailFinder.Info and Trail Forks.
AID STATIONS
Half marathon racers will have an opportunity to refuel 3 times during the race. An aid station will be located at approximately 6.5 miles into the race. A second aid station will be passed twice, once at ~9 miles and again at ~10.1 miles. Aid stations will have water and Hammer electrolyte drinks available. Fruit and other light snacks will be available at both aid stations. Racers are expected to carry their own bottles to refill as limited cups will be available in an effort to minimize waste. No fueling gels, chews, or bars will be available at either aid stations. The 8K race will pass an aid station twice – once at ~1 mile into the race and again at ~2.1 miles.
Electrolyte drinks and race goodie bags were donated by Hammer Nutrition.

Refund Policy
In the event the race is cancelled and not rescheduled to a date within the 2022 calendar year, racers will have the option to request a full refund, defer their registration to the following year, or donate their registration fee to Slate Valley Trails, Inc. Any service fees that occurred at checkout will not be refunded. In most circumstances, if a racer is unable to attend the race, no refund will be made. Racers will be notified via email with further instructions on requesting refunds should the event be cancelled.
About Slate Valley Trails
Slate Valley Trails, Inc. is a volunteer community group founded in 2015. We are a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds from the Slate Valley Scramble trail run will go towards growing and maintaining the SVT trail system.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SVT.

Registration: https://www.runreg.com/slate-valley-scramble?utm_source=Slate+Valley+Trails&utm_campaign=e55b75489b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_03_25_04_24_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_875cb5258b-e55b75489b-479045670&mc_cid=e55b75489b&mc_eid=94c6ba5b3e

VMBA Group Ride at Kingdom Trails & Lawsons Pub Crawl
2022-08-12 13:00 - 19:30 | Kingdom Trails
We’re excited be hosting a group ride at the Kingdom Trails during the Enduro World Series at Burke Mtn weekend! Start off your mega weekend with VMBA and get to know the trails and meet our ambassadors.
We will have 2 of our Ambassadors (Rachel Cohen & Kent McFarland) and Joe Gaynor from the VMBA office showing our favorite trails at The Kingdom Trails. We will be running an Intermediate ride at Moose Haven, route outlined here. The ride will be heading out at 1pm from the Moose Haven trail head.
Parking Address: 58-120 Community Bldg Rd, East Haven, VT 05837
Please email Joe@vmba.org to sign up for this ride by 12pm August 12th. You will also need to file out a wavier for KT, you can find it HERE, and a day membership, found HERE. You do get a one day membership with your VMBA membership. VMBA membership will be for sale on-site.
Later in the evening we will be doing a Pub Crawl with Lawsons! The crawl will be starting at 5pm at the Sloshie Shed (5-6pm) Then head to The Orange Rind (6-7pm) and finish off at Mike’s Tiki Bar. During the crawl we will be selling raffle tickets at $5 per ticket. The drawing will be at Mike’s Tiki’s bar at 7:30pm. You must be present to win.
Prizes from: Burke Mtn Resort, Cafe Lottie, Cabot, Lawsons, Dakine, Kingdom Trails, VMBA, Darn Tough.

Full EWS Schedule: https://ews.skiburke.com/schedule

ACBC Monthly Club Meeting
2022-08-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Frog Hollow Bikes, Middlebury, VT
Addison County Bike Club meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month. Learn how the club provides stewardship for riding trails in Middlebury, Bristol, Vergennes, and Moosalamoo National Recreation Area. Meetings typically last 1 hour.

Ridgeline Outdoor Collective Monthly Meeting - August
2022-08-17 18:30 - 20:30 | MA

BIPOC Ride w/ Izzy
2022-08-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Saxon Hill
Izzy Johnson, VMBA’s DEI Coordinator, will be hosting a BIPOC mountain bike ride this coming August 18th at Saxon Hill! This no-drop, intermediate-level ride will roll out at 6pm, though we’re encouraging folks to arrive closer to 5:30 to get to know everyone a bit beforehand. Meet at the main Saxon Hill parking lot (https://www.trailforks.com/poi/6124/)

This will be a space where people can have fun and celebrate one another and take up our space in the outdoor world. BIPOC folks are not adequately represented in the mountain bike & outdoor recreation world – help us say “hey we really are out here” and celebrate and encourage more diversity out on the trail! We hope to see you at Saxon!

***This is a ride for those who identify as Black, indigenous, or as a person of color. Hope to see you out there!

Trail Workday - Vergennes - ACBC
2022-08-20 08:30 - 12:00 | Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd, Vergennes, VT, 05491, United States
We’ll work on basic trail maintenance projects including removing downed trees, drainage, armoring, raking, and lopping. Please bring
gloves and your favorite trail maintenance tools.

VMBA Day - Sugarbush
2022-08-20 10:00 - 16:30 | Sugarbush Resort Lincoln Peak, 1840 Sugarbush Access Rd, Warren, VT, 05674
Join us for our second season of VMBA days at our downhill partner resorts. The second stop of series will be at Sugarbush Mountain Resort on August 20th. We’re excited to kick off this event with our new community builder Vermont Adaptive . VMBA, Sugarbush, Vermont Adaptive, and Mad River Riders will be offering group rides throughout the day. Check the schedule below and make sure to come find us in the Lincoln courtyard to sign up for the rides.
At the VMBA tent we will also be running our day of raffle (which will be free to enter!), selling memberships (which comes with a free ticket to Sugarbush and will be given on the spot!), and giving out high fives and info! Make sure to check in with our other partners to see what they have going on as well.
You can enjoy the whole day ripping laps down Sugarbush and then stick around for drinks and the raffle. Then food and beverages can be purchased Umbrella Bar (right next to our tent) Lunch Box and Rumble.
We hope to see you there!
Mad River Rider possible routes (we will ride one of these based on the groups ability):
VMBA Day 10 mile / 1540 ft on Strava:
http://www.strava.com/routes/2995439894870990406
VMBA Day to Stark Mountain Bike on Strava: http://www.strava.com/routes/2995699064847090468
VMBA Day to Stark Bike – Advanced on Strava:
http://www.strava.com/routes/2995741111656079130

Schedule:

10:00am VMBA Day begins at Sugarbush Resorts Lincoln Peak – Lifts start spinning

Meet at the VMBA tent in the Lincoln Courtyard to sign up for group rides ( VMBA/Sugarbush DH Laps, VT Adaptive, and Mad River Riders)

1:00 – 3:30pm Guided flow trail rides with the Mad River Riders.
3:30pm guided DH rides end.
4pm Raffle drawing in the Lincoln Peak courtyard
All Day (9am – 4pm):

Stark Mountain Bike Works located at 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT will provide parking and shuttle service to Sugarbush Resort. Cost is $10.00 per shuttle. To sign up for shuttle service go to starkmountainbikeworks.com. Shuttle rides will be running every hour. This is not a guided tour, but you can join a VMBA/Sugarbush DH guided ride while riding the lifts.
There will also be $15 one up lift ticket for sale at Sugarbush.
15% off bike demos for the day only

Ambassadors on-site: Caitlin Tam, Brittany Garland, Morgan Easton
Raffle Items Sponsored By:

Cabot Cheese
Darn Tough
Sugarbush Mtn Resort (Full Tune)
VMBA
Ski Rack (Limited edition water bottle)
Lawsons
Dakine
Fox

VMBA Day - Stratton / NATS
2022-08-27 10:00 - 2022-08-28 13:00 | Stratton Resort, 5 Village Lodge Rd, Stratton Mountain, VT, 05155
Join us for the 3rd stop of the VMBA Days series at Stratton Mountain(8/27) and the Northshire Area Trail System- NATS(8/28)! On Saturday we will be at Stratton Mountain Resort. VMBA and Stratton Mountain Resort will be leading 2 group rides during the day. The first one will be going out at 11:15am with Stratton staff. Then at 2:15pm VMBA ambassador and Stratton Bike park expert Tony Bailey and VMBA’s Event and Programs Coordinator Joe Gaynor will lead a ride. Routes will be chosen by the riders.
During the day VMBA will be at their tent signing people up for the group rides, selling memberships on the spot, and signing people up for the free raffles. This is a great opportunity to pick up your membership and use your one free Stratton DH ticket.
If you’re interested in getting some timed laps. Stratton has set up the Kick It Up A Notch Downhill Bike Race. Sign up HERE before Saturday so you can be added into the system. See how you stack up against your friends.
To finish off the day stop by the Athletic Brewing sampling area and the Stratton Base Plate (10% off your order if you’re a member). Once you have had time to relax in the base area. We will be doing a free raffle at 3:30pm. You will need to be present to win.
Why not make it a full on weekend. We will be doing a group ride at the NATS network Raptor Lane. We will be meeting up around 9am and heading out shortly after to check out the new trails.
Parking: Raptor Ln, Dorset, VT 05251. There is limited parking in the main lot. If you see people already parking in the lower area, please do the same.
Trail Map: https://www.trailforks.com/region/raptor-lane-trails-50356/
To sweeten the deal Stratton is offering a lodging discount at the Black Bear Lodge for the weekend. You can see the deal HERE. Then on Friday and Saturday night the Bondville Fair will be going on. A staple in Vermont since 1797, the Bondville Fair is back for its 224rd year for fun. With 224 years of crafts, eats, and events, this is not a fair to miss! Come out for Track Events, the Quilt Hall, the Floral Hall and more. More Details HERE.

Schedule:

Saturday 8/27

10am – 4pm: VMBA tent will be open and lifts are spinning.
11:15am: Group ride with Stratton staff will be going out.
12 – 3:30pm: Athletic Sampling
2:15pm: VMBA Ambassador and staff group ride.
3:30pm: Free raffle (must be present to win).
4 – 7pm Bondville Fair

Sunday 8/28

9am: group ride heads out.
11am: group ride 2 heads out.

TOPLINE:

Stratton Group Rides Saturday 8/27: 11:15am & 2:15pm
Athletic Brewing Samples Saturday 8/27: 12 – 3:30pm
Free Raffle Saturday 8/27: 3:30pm
NATS Group Rides Sunday 8/28: 9am & 11am

Everybody Bikes Day with Vermont Adaptive & Sports; FOTW
2022-08-28 10:00 - 15:30 | Sunny Hollow, Hercules Drive, Colchester
Join us for a day of trail riding at Sunny Hollow!
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports will be there with their fleet of adaptive mountain bikes for people to test ride bikes and learn more about adaptive mountain biking!
There will be 30 minute test rides for adaptive equipment from 10:30am-12pm and 1pm-3pm and on a first come first serve basis!

VMBA Day - Bolton Valley
2022-09-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Bolton Valley Resort, Bolton, 05477
Join us for the 4th and final stop of the VMBA Days series at Bolton Valley! VMBA and Bolton Valley will be leading 2 group rides during the day. The first one will be going out at 12pm then another one rolls out at 2:15pm.
Outdoor Gear Exchange will be there with their demo fleet, including a Scor 4060! Take it out for a spin and then enter to win one for yourself in our annual Bike Raffle! No better way to test a bike and then get a chance to win one for only $5 a ticket.
Stop by the VMBA tent to sign up for a group ride, purchase your VMBA Membership (which includes a FREE DH MTB ticket to Bolton Valley), and enter our raffles (yep, there’s more than one!). Plus, there are some limited edition VMBA swag only available for purchase at our events.
Big shout out to 14th Star Brewing and Bolton Valley for also donating a portion of their beer sales during the VMBA Day to our organization. Enjoy a tasty brew and support a great cause!
Stick around and end the day with our day-of raffle drawing at 4pm. We have prizes from Darn Tough, Cabot Cheese, VMBA, and Bolton Valley, don’t forget to sign up at the VMBA tent. Then at 7pm, Bolton Valley as their Dog Days at Bolton Valley music series with The Wormdogs taking the stage. Don’t miss your chance to check out this amazing local band!
We hope to see you there for this jam-packed day of bikes, beers, tunes, and more!
Trail Map & Conditions: https://www.boltonvalley.com/summer/mountain-biking/mtb-trails-map/

Schedule:

Saturday 9/3

10am – 5pm: VMBA tent will be open and lifts are spinning
12pm: Group ride with VMBA Ambassadors
All Day: 14 Star Brewery fundraiser (drink for a good cause)
2:15pm: VMBA Ambassador and staff group ride
4pm: Free Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
7pm: The Wormdogs

Stokebury
2022-09-10 - 2022-09-11 | Stowe, Stowe, Vermont
Join Stowe Trails Partnership and Waterbury Area Trail Alliance for a fun, un-timed, choose-your-own trail odyssey and scavenger hunt across the Stowe and Waterbury trail networks! Ride, run, or hike the course on your own, with your family, or with your squad.
HOW TO PLAY: Collect selfies at any of the pre-determined locations – the more places you reach, the more prizes you’ll be eligible to win, with a chance to win the ultimate raffle.
4 DESTINATIONS: you’ll receive Exclusive STP & WATA Stickers (you’ve always wanted one for your car!)
8 DESTINATIONS: you’ll receive all of the above AND be entered to win one of our awesome prizes. More details to come!
12 DESTINATIONS WITHIN BOTH WATA & STP NETWORKS: you’ll receive all of the above AND be entered to win the Grand Prizes. More details to come!
WHERE TO PLAY: The course will highlight the best features of Adams Camp, Cady Hill Forest, Little River, Perry Hill, and Sterling Forest trails: including highlights for every level of rider or trail user.
Stay tuned for the 2022 Official route and the StokeBury Trail Destination Card!
WHEN TO PLAY: Anytime on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, 2022.
WHO CAN PLAY: Anyone! Whether your chosen way to enjoy the trails is to ride, walk, or run- anyone can join this adventure. There will be routes for every level of trail user- from beginner to intermediate to the most advanced. Every selfie collected at predetermined locations gets you closer to winning prizes or entering to win the raffle! You can ride with your family, by yourself, or your friends.
WHY: This event is a great way to welcome the trail season and support the work of STP and WATA for an even better trail experience. There is a suggested donation of $20 per person, and this gets you five entries for the drawing to win one of the Grand Prizes! All donations will be split 50/50 between STP and WATA.
Come out to support the trails and celebrate the fall trail season!
