BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VMBA - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VMBA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vmba.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VMBA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20170101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180801T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180805T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180410T220050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180410T220114Z UID:2644-1533081600-1533427200@vmba.org SUMMARY:Fox US Open of Mountain Biking DESCRIPTION:The Fox US Open of Mountain Biking is coming to Killington with Downhill\, Enduro\, Best Whip\, US Kids Open\, Vendor Village & More! \nLike a big mountain bike party! The Fox US Open features a Pro/Am style format and offers the most challenging and competitive racing in the nation\, setting the standard as a proving ground for up-and-coming and elite racers alike. Anyone can enter the Open Class and compete amongst the pros for the cash purse and a chance to prove where they rank. Amateurs compete for awesome prizes and bragging rights. The US Kids Open gives young riders a chance to shine too\, with events such as the Grom Bomb Downhill. \nMore than just a race\, the US Open also features vendors\, shows and noncompetitive events for the whole family. The USO Best Whip contest on Saturday night is sure to be a crowd favorite and will lead into a classic Killington after-party with Long Trail Brewing Co and free concert. \n2018 Events \n\nUS Open Downhill – All new track off of Killington’s K1 Summit!\nInaugural US Open Enduro – New Discipline\, Same Open Format\nUSO Best Whip – Bigger and better than ever!\nUS Kids Open with Grom Bomb DH – Let the kids shred!\nUSO Adaptive Downhill Race – Powered by Vermont Adaptive\nPLUS…Vendors\, Clinics\, After-Parties and More! URL:https://vmba.org/event/fox-us-open-of-mountain-biking/ LOCATION:Killington Resort ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/US-Open.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180806 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180803T003343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180803T003343Z UID:3008-1533168000-1533513599@vmba.org SUMMARY:Steal Your Wheel Mountain Bike Fest DESCRIPTION:It’s almost time for Grateful Treads annual mountain bike festival\, and as usual they are a little late getting the word out- apologies! \nPlease join them for 4 days of mountain biking\, music\, fun\, and friends celebrating off-road two-wheel pedal power in Jay & Montgomery.\nThey will be hosting evening rides @ 5pm Thursday and Friday\, group rides for all abilities Saturday & Sunday\, and taking advantage of 3 nights of amazing local music offerings! And\, our Bike Rodeo is back for it’s 6th (?) year with CASH prizes for showing your skillz! This is a family friendly event\, but riding for the real young guys may be limited to the Montgomery Rec Center’s new pumptrack and flow trail (both NEW this year!). \nLocal Music includes Josh Panda\, Dark Star Orchestra\, & more!! \nWe hope to see you here! \nSchedule: \nThursday 5-7 pm: Group Rides (intermediate/advanced) leaving from downtown Montgomery.\nThursday 6-9 pm: Montgomery Summer Sessions Live From the Rec Center feat. Josh Panda presents Misty Mountain Hop- a tribute to Led Zeppelin \nFriday 5-7 pm: Group Rides (intermediate/advanced) leaving from downtown Montgomery.\nFriday 7-9 pm: Live Music @ the Blue Bike Cafe feat. Wylie Shipmen. Food & Drink Specials! \nSaturday 9:30am-4pm: Group rides leaving BY 10am from downtown Montgomery (all abilities welcome) Please sign up by 9:45 so we can organize rides! Morning and afternoon rides! Lunch specials throughout town for bikers. \nSaturday 5:00pm: BIKE RODEO! located at Stateside lower lot @ Jay Peak Resort! Rodeo & Tailgating pre-show for Dark Star Orchestra! Food vendors should be available. \nSaturday 8pm-12am: Dark Star Orchestra @ Jay Peak Resort Stateside Amphitheater. Tickets available to purchase through Jay Peak Resort. Please call or visit https://jaypeakresort.com/things-to-do/events#/all/25-07-2018–25-03-2019 \nSunday 11:00am: Self-Guided rides/Group Rides at Jay Community Recreational Centre. Recovery time! Enjoy great family-friendly fun singletrack at the JCRC. \nSunday 3:00pm: Trail Dedication at Montgomery Recreational Center. Join us to formally dedicate our new machine-built beginner trail in town to our founding president Jay Adams! We would be nowhere near the club we are now without the hard work\, dedication and stoke of Coach Adams! This new trail connects the Rec Center to the school\, and provides kids with a top notch transport between the two. The excitement from the local kids is already worth every bit of effort we’ve put into the trail so far. Please join us at the Rec Center at 3pm to thank him for all of his hard work\, and show him our most recent accomplishments. \nOn a side note- we can use all of the help we can get to finish the new trail! Tools are all out there so feel free to grab a shovel\, rake or loppers\, if only for a few minutes. We’ll have a ton of wood being delivered for the completion of a bridge- date likely this Sunday… \nThanks to Art by Katlin Parenteau for the poster design!! URL:https://vmba.org/event/steal-your-wheel-mountain-bike-fest/ LOCATION:Jay Cloud Cyclery\, Montgomery\, VT\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/37985276_10156551344574935_7522401538363359232_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180806T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180806T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180806T210952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T211022Z UID:3023-1533542400-1533574800@vmba.org SUMMARY:ORO Women’s Intermediate Mountain Biking Clinic DESCRIPTION:Up your confidence and skills in this fun weekly on-trail Intermediate clinic that helps you take your riding to the next level. This session continues where our beginner class left off with further instruction in technical aspects\, bike maintenance and other skills. Gain knowledge and further your abiltiies in a fun supportive environment while exploring the best mountain bike trails in Central Vermont! \nBike rentals available. \nWednesday evenings 6pm-8pm. \nSession 1: 9/5-9/26 \nCost: $100 for 4-week session (includes trail passes where needed). Discount for riders who completed our Women’s Beginner Class Session 1. \nMore details and registration at https://www.onionriver.com/events/2018/9/5/womens-intermediate-mountain-biking-clinic URL:https://vmba.org/event/oro-womens-intermediate-mountain-biking-clinic/ LOCATION:VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/37583739_10156444070143150_107824252022947840_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180807T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180807T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180803T002654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180803T002654Z UID:3005-1533657600-1533672000@vmba.org SUMMARY:MAMBA West Worcester Benefit Pizza Night DESCRIPTION:Join MAMBA Tuesday (8/7) for West Worcester MAMBA Pizza night. Greg and Gretchen of Bon Temps Gourmet and West Worcester Woodfired have generously offered to donate all of the profits from the evening’s sales to the North Branch Trails Initiative. \nIf you’ve been to one of their pizza nights\, you know that the pizza is top notch and is served in a picturesque setting! It’s great place for group dinning\, so bring your family and friends. \nPies cost $20-24 for 16″ depending on toppings. URL:https://vmba.org/event/mamba-west-worcester-benefit-pizza-night/ LOCATION:West Worcester Woodfired\, 414 Minister Brook Rd\, Worcester\, VT\, 05682-9756\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/38060909_883753461814262_6638827010665742336_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180809T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180809T203000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180806T204925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T204925Z UID:3018-1533837600-1533846600@vmba.org SUMMARY:The Future of Mountain Biking at VT Resorts DESCRIPTION:This event may sell out so get your tickets here: https://bpt.me/3584618 \nWhat’s up with downhill mountain biking in Vermont? Come find out at the VT Ski & Snowboard Museum’s next Thirsty Thursday and hear firsthand from many of the people making news bringing mountain biking to resorts around the state. Nick Mahood of Suicide Six\, Lilias Ide of Kingdom Trails\, Ryan Thibault of MBTVT\, Angus McCusker and Zac Freeman of Rochester and Randolph Area Sports Alliance\, Tom Stuessy of VMBA and representatives from Burke\, Bolton Valley\, Killington\, and Sugarbush will be at the Museum for a roundtable discussion of the future of mountain biking at resorts around the state. \nThe informal discussion with audience participation Doors to the museum will open at 6p and guests are invited to enjoy the exhibits and socialize. The informal discussion with audience participation begins at 6:30. Sponsored by Collective Arts Brewing and Vermont Sports and VT Ski + Ride. A $10 entry donation helps support the Museum. (Photo courtesy of Suicide Six.) \n URL:https://vmba.org/event/the-future-of-mountain-biking-at-vt-resorts/ LOCATION:Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum\, Stowe\, VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/38049936_10156557576206170_9216346063064006656_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180813 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180807T232117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T232749Z UID:3031-1533859200-1534118399@vmba.org SUMMARY:VT3 Stage Race: Hardwick Trails\, Victory Hill\, Craftsbury Outdoor Center DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the popularity of seminal events like the BC Bike Race and Trans Cascadia\, the VT3 is a celebration of the singletrack presented by riders\, for riders. Beginning on Friday\, August 10 and concluding on Sunday\, August 12\, the VT3 will showcase three trail centers across northeastern Vermont. \nThe weekend begins Friday evening with a time trial at the Hardwick Trails in Hardwick\, Vermont. Best known for its farms and food producers\, Hardwick has a small but technical network of singletrack that is the result of a few dedicated\, passionate volunteers. Saturday takes racers to the slopes of Umpire Mountain and the Victory Hill Sector in Victory\, Vermont. Victory Hill is the brainchild of bike racer John McGill\, who\, with the help of Vermont legend Knight Ide\, developed a world class enduro network over the mountain from the famed Kingdom Trails. Racing concludes Sunday on the trails of the Craftsbury Outdoor Center\, a Nordic ski and rowing center that has quietly developed a robust set of fun\, flowy trails. \nAfter the opening time trial\, the second and third VT3 stages will be in the realm of 15-20 miles\, prioritizing fun downhills and the technical singletrack for which Vermont is known. New for 2018: we are offering a “short course” option\, consisting of the opening time trial and 1 lap of the day 2 and day 3 courses. This is a great way to race the VT3 without totally shelling yourself. Total mileage for the “short course” race will be in the realm of 20-25 miles. \nCost for the event is $150 for the first 25 registered racers\, $175 after that\, with a cap of 150 participants. The Craftsbury Outdoor Center is offering a lodging package that includes meals from dinner Friday through Sunday lunch\, along with race entry starting at $350. \nView the 2018 racer information packet URL:https://vmba.org/event/vt3-stage-race-hardwick-trails-victory-hill-craftsbury-outdoor-center/ LOCATION:VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/30725211_202066777059712_6318416879811559424_n-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180810T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180810T213000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180806T203741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T203741Z UID:3015-1533927600-1533936600@vmba.org SUMMARY:Onion River Outdoors Cinema: The Frozen Road and Blue Heart DESCRIPTION:Come down to the store for some parking lot cinema! It’s double feature night at ORO! \nOur first movie\, “The Frozen Road” tells the story of one man’s solo journey across the Canadian Arctic by fat bike. \nThe second film is “Blue Heart” which is a documentary produced by Patagonia about Europe’s last wild rivers. \nJoin us in the ORO parking lot and BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair). We will have also have some benches. Rain date: August 10\nCash bar\nTickets $10\nRaffle to benefit Friends Of The Winooski River\, a group doing great work to take care of our mighty river. \nPhoto credit: Ben Page/The Frozen Road URL:https://vmba.org/event/onion-river-outdoors-cinema-the-frozen-road-and-blue-heart/ LOCATION:Onion River Outdoors\, 20 Langdon St\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/38289055_10156474491803150_789079423209963520_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180811T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180811T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180308T041911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T235725Z UID:1374-1533974400-1534006800@vmba.org SUMMARY:Point to Point\, powered by VSECU DESCRIPTION:The Point to Point is now powered by VSECU. You can expect the same breathtaking scenery and well-supported event with some new features\, including a new mountain bike distance and a half marathon trail run. The purpose of the Point to Point hasn’t changed—the event was created to raise money and awareness for the Vermont Foodbank’s mission to end the growing problem of hunger in Vermont.\n\nVMBA Members get 10% OFF Registration. Renew your VMBA membership early\, Point to Point coupon code is in your memebrship packet! More information and registration at http://www.thepointtopoint.org/ URL:https://vmba.org/event/point-to-point/ LOCATION:VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/field-e1522444729113.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180811T140000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180806T233012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T233012Z UID:3030-1533981600-1533996000@vmba.org SUMMARY:RIPM Twinfield Trail Work Day DESCRIPTION:RIPM is holding a second trail day at Twinfield School to continue with the excellent progress already made this season. We’ll mostly be doing benching and berming this time\, though there are opportunities for rock work and bridges as well. Bring water and snacks; we will have tools and some snacks and drinks on hand. \n106 Nasmith Brook Rd\, Plainfield\, VT 05667-9060\, United States \nBe sure to log your volunteer hours at www.rewardvolunteers.coop for a chance to win the Santa Cruz or Juliana bike of your choice! URL:https://vmba.org/event/ripm-twinfield-trail-work-day/ LOCATION:VT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180811T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180811T210000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180809T174007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T174007Z UID:3034-1534003200-1534021200@vmba.org SUMMARY:10th Annual Burke Bike N' Brew DESCRIPTION:Join Burke Mtn for the 10th Annual Burke Bike n’ Brew at Burke Mountain on Saturday\, August 11\, 2018 for live music\, riding\, bike games and sampling some of Vermont’s best beers! You’ll decide our Bike n’ Brew Champion\, which will win a winter tap at the legendary Bear Den Pub. They’ll also be pouring Rookies Root beer for designated drivers and kids of all ages. \nBeer sampling starts at 4pm and ends at 7pm; ballots are due by 7:30pm. \nLive music with the Eames Brothers starts at 5pm \nSee website and Facebook for more details\, links below. URL:https://vmba.org/event/10th-annual-burke-bike-n-brew/ LOCATION:Burke Mountain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/30703813_10156379615428023_6115636196568727552_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180812T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180812T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180804T042741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180804T043618Z UID:3011-1534089600-1534104000@vmba.org SUMMARY:KMBC / WAMBA Trailside Fix Clinic\, Ride\, and BBQ DESCRIPTION:Hey Neighbors! Killington Mountain Bike Club is hosting a Trailside Fix Clinic with neighboring chapter Woodstock Area Mountain Bike Association – WAMBA. Great chance to connect with your neighbors and/or just check out Sherburne Trails\, all are welcSSome. These fast and flowy loops are accessible for beginners\, but have great side hits and features for intermediate and advanced riders\, signature Sinuosity: Flowing Trails. \nVermont Mountain Bike Association will be providing BBQ\, with beverage support from our friends at Long Trail Brewing. Please bring a side dish to share and a friend. \nSCHEDULE: \n4:00 meet and greet \n4:15 Ride. All abilities welcome\, we’ll split into groups so everyone can ride at their pace and ability. \n5:30ish Meet back at the trailhead for a quick Trailside Fix Clinic(mechanical clinic) courtesy of Basin Sports True Wheels Bike Shop. \n6-8 BBQ and news about planned network expansion efforts and Velomont Trail connectivity. URL:https://vmba.org/event/kmbc-wamba-trailside-fix-clinic/ LOCATION:Sherburne Trails\, 1756 VT Route 100\, Killington\, VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/SherburneTrails-20170731-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180819 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180517T012554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180517T023317Z UID:2839-1534550400-1534636799@vmba.org SUMMARY:Peak Woodsplitter 6 Hour MTB Race / Leadville Qualifier DESCRIPTION:You will be challenged to see how many times you can complete a marked loop within a 6-hour time limit. \n6hr Mountain bike Challenge Classes: Women’s Open\, Men’s Open Looking for the traditional Peak Mountain bike race? The classic 6 hr race is for those who want a more straightforward challenge. Ride for 6 hours and complete as many loops as you can. Each loop will cover ten miles of mind\, body and technique testing terrain incorporating classic GMT standbys and recently hand-built gnar. In the spirit of all Peak races\, this is an opportunity to test your limits. Successful racers will be those who can best transcend their limits while respecting the terrain. This race is a Leadville qualifier. \nTo qualify for a Leadville slot\, racers must complete at least 4 laps of the 6 hour Peak Woodsplitter course within the allocated race time. The first 6 slots will be awarded to the top 3 men and women. Up to 14 remaining slots will be distributed through a lottery of the remaining athletes who have completed at least 4 laps. More info here. \nA portion of the proceeds benefit VMBA chapter Green Mountain Trails. Membership matters\, whether you live in our out-of-state. Sign up or renew your membership today. URL:https://vmba.org/event/peak-woodsplitter-6-hour-mtb-race-leadville-qualifier/ LOCATION:VT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/21740188_1708005432564708_8788356700607287220_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180831 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180903 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180518T205434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180518T205434Z UID:2853-1535673600-1535932799@vmba.org SUMMARY:Wilmington NY Mountain Bike Festival DESCRIPTION:VMBA Regional Alliance partners\, Barkeaters Trails Alliance\, present The Wilmington MTB Festival. A 3-day celebration with on-site camping\, live music\, local food & beer\, bike demos\, group rides for all abilities\, shuttles\, kids MTB race\, and 25+ miles of beautiful Adirondack-style single track riding. Don’t  miss it! \nAs a VMBA member you can join Barkeaters or any of our Regional Alliance partners at a 20% discount using the exclusive link in your membership confirmation email. URL:https://vmba.org/event/wilmington-ny-mountain-bike-festival/ LOCATION:Willington NY\, Wilmington\, NY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/32512122_1760229344024515_6261723058101288960_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180831T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180831T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T123550 CREATED:20180806T214701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T232319Z UID:3026-1535724000-1535745600@vmba.org SUMMARY:Transition Bike Raffle Drawing DESCRIPTION:On August 31st someone win’s the Transition Bikes of their choice: Any size\, color\, model. A $5 donation enters you in the raffle\, enter as many times as you wish. Online sales will end at 2PM on 8/31\, at which point you will only be able to enter live in person at Outdoor Gear Exchange in Burlington\, VT. The drawing will be live streamed at 8PM via our Facebook page. You do not have to be present to win. Outdoor Gear Exchange will be graciously building and fitting the bike for the winner. If the bike needs to be shipped elsewhere\, winner is responsible for shipping charges. You do not have to be present to win. All funds support advocacy statewide. \n\n\n\nHow Many Chances?\n\n\n1 Chance $5.00 USD2 Chances $10.00 USD3 Chances $15.00 USD5 Chances $25.00 USD8 Chances $40.00 USD15 Chances $75.00 USD20 Chances $100.00 USD30 Chances $150.00 USD40 Chances $200.00 USD50 Chances $250.00 USD URL:https://vmba.org/event/transition-bike-raffle-drawing/ LOCATION:Outdoor Gear Exchange\, Burlington\, VT\, 05401 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vmba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/translegssmugg-1024x630.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR