For full information about our weekly race series, we encourage you to visit our website: https://catamountoutdoor.org/race-series-weekly/
In the event that the race is cancelled for inclement weather, your entry can be transferred to a different week.
A huge thank you to our 2026 series sponsors!
Gold Level
Central Vermont Runners, MoveWell, SDR Clothing Company
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Grateful Gravel is the proud creation of Deadhead gravel bike riders from the Mad River Valley, combining their love of long bike rides and music festivals into one long strange event. Two entertainment endeavors that collide to move you brightly. Grateful Gravel provides a challenging cycling event featuring some of Vermont's most picturesque landscapes and gravel roads that segues into a face melting gathering of community and friends to enjoy the song catalog of Hunter, Garcia, and the rest of the Grateful Dead.
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The day begins with a 21, 46, or 63 mile gravel ride that makes your legs scream louder than Donna Jean during a mid-70’s Playing in the Band. An epic after party at Cousin's Brewing starts at 2:00 PM with music, food, beverages, and bar games. Weather-permitting, we'll have an outdoor stage and beer garden on the beautiful lawn out back.
All riders can refuel after the ride with a small meal provided by Silk Road and a beer compliments of Cousin's Brewing. Additional food and beverage will be available for purchase.
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NEW THIS YEAR - Mountain Bike Option! If you prefer dirt to gravel, we are offering several guided rides of the incredible Mad River Riders trail network. There will be options ranging from kid-friendly short spins to epic adventures with huge climbs and everything in between. Mountain bike rides leave the brewery at 11 AM. Come early to peruse your options and sign up for the perfect ride. Some of the rides will be shuttle-supported. Shuttle rides are included, but capacity is not infinite. Sign up for shuttles and rides in the morning before the 11 AM departures.
Course
Certified 5K & 10K out and back on Cochran Road, starting and finishing at Farr Road, diagonally across the main road from the historic Round Church. The course is paved with a few rolling hills. Both events start at 7:30 AM. There is a 2-hour cutoff time.
Registration
Pre-registration is online. Online registration closes at 11:59 PM on Thursday.
Day of registration is available, with an increased fee (see below). Please arrive early if you plan to register day of to help out our volunteers!
Restrictions
Open to runners of ALL ages who identify as female. In the spirit of including marginalized athletes, Round Church Women's Run includes a category for participants who identify as Non-Binary.
Entry Fee
$30 pre-registration/$35 race day. GMAA members subtract $5 from entry fee.
Benefit
Girls on the Run - VT
Information
Race Directors - Hibby Whitten & Jazmyn Sylvester-Cross [email protected]
There are no refunds, deferrals, or transfers.
In 2026 The Longest Day Will be exploring a new region of the Adirondack Mountains in New York. This will be a 24 hour event held in the heart of one of the largest parks in the US. Teams of 2 - 4 will experience world class single track mountain biking, incredible navigation through forests and over mountains, and exciting wilderness packrafting.
This race is built to challenge the toughest adventure racers but also give new folks the chance to experience a longer race format. On this course many of the checkpoints will be optional with a fewer number of mandatory points to make sure that everyone gets across the finish line together.
Unfortunately our permitting does not allow for solo racers for this event.
The course we designed will be a challenge both for experienced racers and new folks alike so don’t shy away if you’re just starting out in AR, we’ve got something for everyone!
Race Course Highlights:
• Strategic route planning
• Pre-plotted maps
• Scenic and challenging terrain
• Killer post-race feed
This year’s race will take place in brand new AR territory. So get ready for an amazing adventure in a brand new venue!
Since 2026 will feature packrafting, boats will NOT be provided by the race organization. We are requiring all teams to provide their own packrafts for the event. We are passing this savings onto the participants with lower entry fees for 2026
Last Man Standing Lake Placid
July 25th, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Last Man Standing is a backyard ultra race held on the pristine, wooded trails at Mt. Hovenberg in Lake Placid, New York. Based on the original Backyard Ultra format created by Lazarus Lake, the rules are simple—but finishing is anything but.
You must complete one 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour. Finish a loop early? Great—rest, refuel, stretch, panic, question your life choices—just be back in the corral before the next bell rings. The moment you fail to start a loop on time, you’re out.
Some show up to win. Most show up to find out what they’re made of. Whether your goal is 2 loops or 40, this event is about going further than you thought possible.
The Last Man Standing course is as inviting as it is challenging. Those who are new to trail running and the backyard ultra format may find themselves completing new personal best distances. Trail veterans will push against their toughest limits and break through them!
PRICE Alert: (Current as of 3/13/2026 142 Sign Ups)
[DEL: 0-125 (Participants) = $115 :DEL]
126-150 (Participants) = $125
151-175 (Participants) = $135
176-200 (Participants)= $145
201+ (Participants)= Waitlist
Race Giveaways: Shirts and Medals (New Photos Below)
NEW 2026: Award Ribbon Sliders (Photo Below) that attach to the Run Medal Ribbons for hitting Ultra Levels (50k, 50 Mile, 100K, and 100 Mile)
RACE will Sell Out at 200 Runners. Then there will be a waitlist.
Awards will be given for Overall Champion, Male/Female Overall, Masters Male/Female, Grand Masters Male/Female (NEW 2026)
Event/Ride description: Fun community gravel ride hosted by Bicycle Express and Frost Beer Works to raise money for Bicycle Express Racing. Registration includes a post ride beer from Frost Beer Works and Tacos. 100% of proceeds will be donated to Bicycle Express Racing. Bicycle Express Racing Team is a Vermont based Team that focusses on supporting youth athletes and development for riders looking to enhance their racing careers. More about us here.
Event/Ride: Tour de Frost
Date: Sunday, July 26th
Time: 9:00am ride start (8:15 - 8:55 check in/registration)
Start Address: Frost Beer Works, 171 Commerce Street, Hinesburg, VT 05461
3 routes: 19, 30, 45mile options - Ride leaders and sweepers will be present.
Follow the rules of the road, be seen, use a red flashing taillight
Schedule:
8:15 - 8:55 - Registration
8:55 - 9:10 - Gather for rider welcome and group photo
9:10 - 9:20 - Route departures:
9:10 - 45 mile roll out
9:15 - 30 mile roll out
9:20 - 19 mile roll out
11:30-2:30 Post ride meal and Frost Beer Works open (taproom @ 11:15)
Routes:
TDF 19 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47566984
TDF 30 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47566955
TDF 45 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47566911
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For full information about our weekly race series, we encourage you to visit our website: https://catamountoutdoor.org/race-series-weekly/
In the event that the race is cancelled for inclement weather, your entry can be transferred to a different week.
A huge thank you to our 2026 series sponsors!
Gold Level
Central Vermont Runners, MoveWell, SDR Clothing Company
This is the ultimate event to attend with a big group of friends. Whether you stay on campus, or stay in local lodging, the Weekender is all about relaxation and exploration, on and off your bike.
Paul Smith's 14,000 acre lakeside campus is perfect hub for you to explore the beautiful Saranac Lake region by bicycle. But this event is so much more. It's a waterfront campfire with a guitar and friends. It's a few paddle strokes on a pristine pond while listening to the enchanting call of a loon. It's drinking in crisp forest smells while strolling a boardwalk along a nearby bog. And, of course, the cycling is AMAZING. Especially since we'll utilize sections of the vehicle-free and visually stunning Adirondack Rail Trail.
Need a teaser, check out this sweet video.
Dates: July 31-August 2
Location: Paul Smith's College, Paul Smiths
Mileage: 20-40 miles/day
Participation Cap: 150 riders
Benefits: Adirondack Rail Trail Association
The a la carte nature of registration allows guests to choose to stay in a dorm, or nearby local lodging. You can also choose to add the campus meal plan, which makes planning for groups of any size incredibly easy.
BONUS: If you sign up with a group of 10 or more, you'll score a sweet discounted registration price AND land a Weekender t-shirt for free. Extra points for the best name for your group/team.
Registration Includes
Arrival Dinner
Event Goodie Bag
Clearly Marked Daily Routes
Support & Gear Vehicles, Mechanics
Well Stocked Rest Stops
Nightly Entertainment
Guided Hiking or Canoeing Adventures
Rider Experiences
"Bike ADK always delivers exceptional value at the Weekender at Paul Smiths. Ride support is outstanding, in fact the roadie staff quickly become old friends. The college campus setting in the ADK is heavenly."
"I felt like a kid at camp. Great biking which was good for the body with beautiful paddling that’s good for the soul."
"The Paul Smith's Weekender is one of the best biking experiences we've had! The setting is beautiful, the routes were well thought out and supported. The scenery on the rides and at the college were amazing. We were so happy we chose to stay in the dormitory on campus with the dining hall. It gave us more time for the fun after the ride and made it so much more relaxing. We are planning to return. It was the highlight of the summer for us."
"This event was SO well organized. The communication with participants was outstanding. Beautiful riding routes and a nice selection of other activities and services. My husband and I have been to many bicycle events and this was definitely one of the best. Don’t miss out!"
"Great weekend in one of the most beautiful locations on the planet. Everything was very well organized. Would reco camping and bringing your own boat to enjoy the beautiful lake."
The Fairfax Egg Run is a family-friendly community event hosted by the
Fairfax Parks and Recreation Department.
Join us for a 5K Run, 10K Run or 5K Fun Walk. We also offer a Kids Fun Run for those 12 years old and under. Our beautiful course includes gentle, rolling hills and offers views of the Lamoille River. After the race, enjoy a made-to-order omelet featuring locally sourced ingredients and other post-race refreshments in our food tent. To commemorate your participation, you can order a Race T-shirt when you register for the race!
Proceeds from the race benefit the Fairfax Community Center Restoration Project. With new and exciting updates already started, we are looking to the future of our town. This building currently serves as the meeting place for several weekly yoga classes, karate classes, fencing clubs, Girl and Boy Scout meetings, dog training classes and so much more. With the continued work on this building, we will be able to accommodate the growth of our town and continue to bring excellent opportunities to Fairfax.
We will award prizes to the three top finishers in the 5K Run and the 10K Run. We will also have awards for top three performers in each age group. As always, your race registration automatically enters you into our great post-race raffle.
Timing services will again be provided by 802 Timing. This is a chip-timed race, and we will be using "chip time" for awards (as opposed to "gun time"). This COULD mean that someone who finishes physically ahead of a competitor might have a longer time than one who starts at the back of the pack and cruises a fast time.
Register by June 1 to take advantage of early-bird pricing!
We look forward to seeing you at the Start line!
Franklin County Triple Crown!
In 2026, the Fairfax Parks and Recreation Department is again teaming up with the organizers of the Vermont Maple Festival Sap Run in St. Albans and the Vermont Dairy Festival Milk Run in Enosburg Falls to present the Franklin County Triple Crown!
The goal of the Franklin County Triple Crown is to recognize the importance of agriculture to the region while promoting a healthy lifestyle for those who lives here. Participants who complete all three races will receive a commemorative item and will be entered into a drawing for some fabulous prizes.
The Sap Run is on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Click here to register.
The Milk Run is on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Click here to register.
And it should go without saying...The Egg Run is the final race of the Triple Crown, so the Triple Crown awards and raffle prizes will be distributed at the Egg Run (AFTER we eat omelets).
Course
A 5k on the trails of Red Rocks Park. Trails are dirt and gravel, with moderate hills through woods. NEW COURSE IN 2022: Starting line is at main gate near Central Ave. The finish line is at the picnic area near the beach. See map:
COURSE MAP
Race History
The GMAA has held a variation of the Red Rocks 5k since the early 1990s to raise money for the GMAA scholarship fund. Each year the GMAA awards scholarships to college-bound runners based on their contributions to the sport of running and their academic achievement. In recent years the GMAA has awarded 2 or 3 $1,000 scholarships to students who have achieved academic excellence and contributed to the sport of running.
Registration
Entry Fee: $20 (GMAA members subtract $5)
Pre-registration is encouraged. All pre-registered runners will be entered into the raffle.
Online pre-registration will close the night before the race at midnight.
In-person registration will be available on race day 8-9AM.
There will be no refunds, deferrals, or transfers.
Restrictions
Open to all runners 12 and older. For runners under the age of 12, the runner must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the race.
Refreshments
We will provide post-race snacks and water.
Facilities
There will be porta-potties near the entrance to the park and the park restrooms will also be open.
Prizes
Awards for the overall men’s, women’s and non-binary finisher in each age group. For the scholarship division (17 and under), top three finishers will be awarded in each category.
All pre-registered runners will be automatically entered into the raffle prizes, which will be distributed at bib pick-up.
Parking
Red Rocks will be open for race parking, but you will not be able to leave until all runners have finished, which is about 45 minutes after race start. Additionally, you can park on Central Ave, where you would normally park for Red Rocks.
Information
Alex McHenry: [email protected]
NOTE: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.
For full information about our weekly race series, we encourage you to visit our website: https://catamountoutdoor.org/race-series-weekly/
In the event that the race is cancelled for inclement weather, your entry can be transferred to a different week.
A huge thank you to our 2026 series sponsors!
Gold Level
Central Vermont Runners, MoveWell, SDR Clothing Company
Welcome to Kingdom Bike Fest!
A family-friendly weekend celebrating community, camaraderie, & all things mountain bike. Come Join Us!
First and foremost, we are thrilled to invite you all to Kingdom Trails and The Wildflower Inn. We're going to have a ton of fun doing a bunch of really awesome “bike things” with an ever-growing group of really awesome “bike people"… just like you! For those of us organizing this extravaganza, it's been a dream to get to work together and throw the kind of bike event we've always wanted to throw. It's as much an event for all of you as it is for us! And we can't wait.
With that being said, we should probably start by setting some realistic expectations for this first annual hootenanny. As you may or may not know, we rather unexpectedly came together as organizers a mere 8 weeks from the event date to make this happen. We've gone from a whole bunch of nothing to a whole bunch of “something” in a really short amount of time. So will things go off perfectly? Maybe. Might there be a few hiccups and unexpected bumps? Probably. But will we all have a really great time together riding bikes, laughing, and celebrating our amazing community? Absolutely! So let's get this party started…
General Info:
This event is built for families, fun-seekers, and anyone who doesn't like sitting still. Between the scheduled races, organized activities, self-guided adventures, and friendly challenges, you'll have plenty to keep you entertained. Thanks to our co-organizers New England Youth Cycling (NEYC), we will have a FREE bicycle obstacle course & skills zones open to kids most of the weekend. NEYC will also be leading kids bike games & activities throughout. And up at our Expo & Vendor Area and Trailside you'll find even more games, activities, shenanigans, and antics for all to enjoy - they'll even be safe for adults to enjoy!
Saturday night's fun culminates in our “Ridiculous Relay” Team Race. Why have a relay race when you can have a relay race filled with insanity and uncontrollable laughter?!? It'll be a ridiculous 30 minutes of fun that's as awesome for racers as it is for spectators. And just as the relay race is ending, our live band will start playing for everyone to rock out as we celebrate the day. At nightfall, we'll light a bonfire and cap off a great evening telling stories with friends old & new.
Sunday then brings us the main event, our MTB XC Race. Sign up to race or just come out to cheer on our racers. There will be plenty of places for great viewing on course as well as at the Trailside Beer Garden. With the valley view as our backdrop, each award ceremony will be a postcard moment for sure.
Team Tent Area
We'll have a dedicated team tent area along the race course that's free for teams to set up a home base. Pre-registration is required though. Please note: There will be NO vehicles allowed in the team tent area from 9:00am Saturday through 5:00pm Sunday. There will, however, be a tent drop off area that gets you pretty close to the area. Otherwise plan on coming earlier to set up. Please also note: Teams that wish to sell any items will need to reserve a space in the Expo & Vendor Area instead.
Expo & Vendor Area
Close to the finish line, podium, and beer garden you'll find the Expo & Vendor Area. It's the heart of the weekend's activity at Kingdom Bike Fest. Here you'll find Event Registration, Kingdom Trails Memberships, local artisans, bike industry vendors, test & demo bikes, various food options, and Trailside - our coffee bar & beer garden perched right above all the racing action. Vendor space is somewhat limited, so be sure to pre-register and reserve your space early. And if you're a non-profit be sure to contact us about free vendor space.
NEYC Fun Zone
If you're familiar with NEYC races you'll know the Fun Zone very well. It's a sectioned-off area filled with all sorts of obstacles and bike skill challenges, including the Highland Fun Zone! Ringleaders & instigators Jake Kravitz and Kelly Catale will also be patrolling the Fun Zone and Darling Hill Skills Park throughout the day bringing their antics and inciting laughter & smiles in both kids and adults. The Fun Zone is FREE and open to all kids.
Vermont Adaptive Ride Lessons
Vermont Adaptive Ride Lessons
Vermont Adaptive is offering adaptive ride lessons (equipment provided if needed) at Kingdom Bike Fest. Sign up at least 2 weeks in advance so Vermont Adaptive can have the proper bikes, equipment and instruction game plan to provide a solid experience no matter what the ability. Lessons are available on Saturday and Sunday of the event, 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00-3:00pm. Sign up with Vermont Adaptive directly using this link: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson Signup - choose your date and time using the calendar to register!
Disc Golf Flex Tournament
There will be a “flexible schedule" frisbee disc golf tournament throughout the weekend. Play your round anytime then sign & drop off your score card. Purchase your tournament score card for $5 at the Expo. Discs are also available for purchase at Trailside if you need one. Check out the disc golf course here.
Camping Available
There will be plenty of on-site, primitive camping. It opens Friday at 12pm and goes through Monday at 3pm. So hey, make a long weekend out of it! There's a $30 per vehicle fee for the whole weekend if you pre-register or $50 if you register day-of. We'll also have a strictly “quiet" side and a “normal” side for you to choose from.
Friday Event Info:
Life Cycles Film Screening
Life Cycles (2010) is a true adventure film. Over 5 years in the making, and using the bicycle as the vehicle, Life Cycles takes you on a journey through natures most beautiful, dramatic, and sometimes unforgiving landscapes. Shot in Ultra HD, and with an uncompromising attention to detail, Life Cycles pulls the viewer into natures most powerful elements. From Canada's golden prairies to a bicycle factory in Japan, Life Cycles explores the concepts of creation and destruction; in nature, machine and man.
Directors: Derek Frankowski, Ryan Gibb.
Featuring: Graham Agassiz, Mike Hopkins, Matt Hunter, Cameron McCaul, Riley McIntosh, Evan Schwartz, Brandon Semenuk, Thomas Vanderham
We are especially grateful for Derek Frankowski, who has generously given Kingdom Bike Fest the rights to screen this wonderful film for our cycling community! The film will start at 8:30pm under the tent at Trailside. Bring your camping chairs and blankets, and settle in for an adventure!
Saturday Event Info:
XC Course Pre-riding
Sunday’s XC race course will be open for pre-ride until 6pm on Saturday (and then again sunrise to 8:15am on Sunday). While the course will be marked, course GPS routes will also be made available.
Kingdom Shredders Grom Race
Starting at 4:30pm on Saturday August 8 and open to kids ages 5-13 on any size bike (no e-assist). Race will be about 30 minutes long on a 1.4 mile lap, so actual duration will vary based on the speed of the rider. The course is compact with good visibility for spectators. We will have adults riding as sweepers and to provide assistance as needed. Kids commemorative race plates will also have an optional space to write your child’s name in bold permanent marker - then gathered spectators will be able to cheer all children on. It'll be a great event for kids and parents. Also at 10:30am, there will be a group pre-ride for anyone who wants to check out the course as a group. No signup necessary, just meet at the Team KellCat tent!
Lil’ Rippers Strider Race: Sponsored by Passumpsic Bank
Push bikes only (no pedals). Course will be within the main camping venue, and flat enough for young kids to enjoy. All racers receive awards and have a group photo opportunity at the podium immediately following the race. This event begins at 4pm on Saturday August 8.
“Ridiculous Relay” Team Race
Teams made up of 3 riders. Each lap will be ~1.4 miles in length. Each rider will complete 1 lap then hand off to a teammate in the designated exchange area. No age restrictions on racers; family teams encouraged!!! (be sure kids are able to climb from the bottom of the skills park all the way to the Expo Area though). With that said, we are concocting some completely ridiculous shenanigans that will be required to actually complete the race as a team. This will be a fun event for both racers and spectators alike. At the end of the race our live band will start the evening's festivities.
East Darling Super D
This is a 1.5 mile mostly downhill & flat segment that’s marked. You will need to have a way to record and load your ride on Strava to participate in the Super D - AND you will need to join the Kingdom Bike Fest Strava Club to participate. Your ride must then be completed on Saturday Aug 8 and uploaded to Strava by NO LATER THAN 6pm that day to be scored. The course will be lightly marked, including signage to get from the Expo Area to the start. The Strava segment that will be used for timing will be posted by Friday 8/7. You may attempt the course as many times as you like; your fastest time will count. The trails used for the Super D are open to the public and are bi-drectional. PLEASE be respectful & ride with this in mind.
Kingdom Adventure Ride presented by Shimano!
Get together with your friends and head out for a fun ride (or rides!) on the Kingdom Trails.
5 buckets with different colored tokens will be placed at 5 popular checkpoints throughout the Kingdom Trails network. Ride whatever routes you’d like in any order you want to try to collect all 5 tokens. Turn in your tokens at the registration tent by Sunday at 1pm. Riders will be given 1 raffle ticket per token redeemed - good for a chance at our big grand prize raffle item (FYI: it's gonna be something SUPER cool!). In addition, all riders will receive a limited edition Kingdom Adventure Ride sticker for redeeming any number of tokens. Riders that redeem all 5 tokens will also receive some extra special event schwag as well. Raffle will be held during Sunday's XC awards. Event runs Friday Aug 7 at 12:00pm until Sunday Aug 9 at 12:00PM.
Details: Bucket locations will be shared via email to registered participants the week leading up to the event, and also available onsite at registration. We will send suggestions of routes that will get you to all 5 buckets. You can ride to every spot from the Wildflower, or choose to drive to different trailheads and ride to each bucket from there. Buckets will be placed on Friday morning, and you’ll need to turn in tokens by Sunday at 1pm. Happy token hunting!!
Tentative Bucket Locations:
Top of Black Bear Trail (entrance in woods, not Gazebo)
Top of Moose Deuce
Kitchel Connector
Heaven’s Bench
Top of Skydive
Whip Off at Sean's Showdown
Show off your style and skill on the Sean's Showdown drop. This event is free but you must register in order to participate. Meet at the top of Darling Hill Skills Park at 5:05pm for group instructions. This is sure to be a crowd favorite, so make sure to get a spot by the drop to watch the action up close!
Sunday Event Info:
Sunday’s XC race course is the same for all 4 waves. It is about 5 miles long, with a good amount of hand built flow trail, some awesome machine built flow trail, and a few roots sprinkled in to keep you alert. For those looking to send it, there will be a drop/jump line just under the spectator zone at Trailside (get your cameras ready), with an optional go around that will be a few seconds slower.
Awards to top 5 finishers in all fields, and cash prizes to top 3 in Men and Women in Elite fields.
The course will be open Sunday morning for pre-ride from sunrise (5:45am) until 8:15am.
TENTATIVE WEEKEND SCHEDULE
*Please Check Back as Times Are Subject to Change. We’ll certainly be adding more activities & information as well.
FRIDAY 8/7:
12:00pm: Camping area / Parking opens
12:00pm: Team Tent area open for tent set up
12:00pm Expo & Vendor area open for tent set up
12:00pm Token buckets placed for Kingdom Adventure Ride
8:30pm: Film Screening - Life Cycles (2010) - Trailside / Expo
8:30pm: Bonfire
10:00pm Quiet Time & Fire Out - no loud music or generators
SATURDAY 8/8:
All Day: Super D course open (must upload to Strava by 6pm)
All Day: Token buckets available for Kingdom Adventure Ride
9:00am-8:00pm: Expo & Vendor area open
9:00am-6:00pm: XC course available to pre-ride
9:00am-8:00pm: NEYC Obstacle & Skills Course Open (open to all kids)
9:00am-8:00pm: Disc Golf Flex Tournament / $5 to play / Register at Trailside
10:00am-12:00pm: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson Signup - meet at the Vermont Adaptive Tent!
10:30am-11:00am: Pre-ride the Grom Race (no sign-up/registration necessary) - meet at the Team KellCat tent!
11:00am-12:00pm: Women's pre-ride of Sunday's race course (approx. 5 miles) led by Team KellCat - free but registration is required!
11:30am-12:30pm: Guided pre-ride of Sunday's race course (approx. 5 miles) - open to everyone!
12:30pm-2:30pm NEYC Games & Shenanigans with Kelly & Jake (open to all kids) - fields near camping area then Darling Hill Skills Park
12:00pm-7:00pm: Registration Tent Open - Trailside / Expo
1:00pm-3:00pm: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson Signup - meet at the Vermont Adaptive Tent!
4:00pm: Lil’ Rippers Strider Race - Darling Hill Skills Park (next to camp area)
4:30pm: Kingdom Shredders Grom Race - Darling Hill Skills Park
5:15pm: Whip Off @ Sean’s Showdown
6:00pm: Kids Bike Limbo and Bunny Hop Contests - Trailside / Expo
6:30pm: Ghost Ride and Huffy Toss - Camp area
7:00pm: Adult Bike Limbo and Bunny Hop Contests - Trailside / Expo
7:30pm: Team Relay Race - Trailside / Expo
8:00pm: Live Music - Trailside / Expo
8:30pm: Bonfire
10:00pm Quiet Time - no loud music or generators
10:30pm Fire Out
SUNDAY 8/9:
6:00am-8:15am XC course available to pre-ride
7:30am-2:00pm Registration Open - Trailside / Expo
8:00am-5:00pm Expo & Vendor area open
8:30am: XC Race Wave 1, Novice Classes, 2 laps
10:00am-12:00pm: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson Signup - meet at the Vermont Adaptive Tent!
10:30am: XC Race Wave 2, Sport Classes, 3 laps
12:30pm: XC Race Wave 3, Elite & Expert Classes, 4 laps
1:00pm-3:00pm: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson: Vermont Adaptive Ride Lesson Signup - meet at the Vermont Adaptive Tent!
3:00pm: XC Race Wave 4, E-Bike Classes, 3 laps
10:00pm Quiet Time - no loud music or generators
MONDAY 8/10:
3:00pm Camping closes
Lastly, we'll reiterate that this is a family friendly event. To that end, we have a simple code of conduct for participants young and old to adhere to. We thank you for being excellent to one another.
Kingdom Bike Fest Code of Conduct
Respect everyone: riders, families, volunteers, neighbors
Practice good sportsmanship, on the bike and off
Per town ordinance no drugs or alcohol allowed in the venue or campground. By permit, alcohol IS allowed in clearly designated areas at Trailside Beer Garden and Wildflower Restaurant, Pub, & Beer Garden.
Keep language and behavior family-friendly
Care for the trails, the venue, and each other
We'll see you all at Kingdom Bike Fest!
We're excited to Host the 2026 Eastern Grind Race at Trapps Family Lodge in Stowe Vermont. The event will consist of a 1 or 2 lap race that will feature tons of Singletrack mixed with just enough double track. Course is ~11.5 miles long/ ~1500ft of Climbing per lap
This a fundraiser for the Bicycle Express Junior Team. Race to be held rain or shine - cancellations dependent on severe weather or trail conditions. Sorry No Refunds
USA Cycling License Not Required - Event is Permitted by USA Cycling as a Non-Competitive Event - Race Results do not count towards USA Cycling qualifications
Please Note Dogs are Not Allowed at the Event or on von Trapp Family Lodge Property
Please pre-register- Day of Registration is limited and is inefficient - $70 day of fee + Entry Fee will be charged.
Course Map: Coming Soon
Pre-riding: von Trapps Outdoor Center Trail Pass is Required for Pre-riding the course prior to Race Day. Trail Passes are $15/ day for Adults, $8/ day for Children 6-12 and $12/ day for Seniors 65+.
The Course includes the following Single Track trails:
Tapline
Growler
Shredder (Caution - twisty/rocky single track with berms - loose conditions throughout the corners)
Kimmer's (Caution - twisty/rocky single track with berms - loose conditions throughout the corners)
Hardy Haul
Haulapalooza (Section only to connect to Tucxs) (Caution - twisty/rocky single track with berms - loose conditions throughout the corners)
Luce Trail
Lodge Spur
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For full information about our weekly race series, we encourage you to visit our website: https://catamountoutdoor.org/race-series-weekly/
In the event that the race is cancelled for inclement weather, your entry can be transferred to a different week.
A huge thank you to our 2026 series sponsors!
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DOUBLE DOWN DH
You asked, and we listened. We’re throwing our hat in the ring and kicking off a downhill race built for the biggest and the best.
Drop in for the Double Down Downhill at Bolton Valley, a full weekend of lift-served racing designed for riders who want to go fast, push limits, and send it.
Taking place August 15–16, 2026, this event is all about dialing your line and committing when it counts. Day one is qualifiers, where riders will lay down their fastest runs to earn a spot in finals. Day two is finals, same course, higher stakes, and one more shot to put it all together.
Registration starts at $90 through 5/13 and includes entry to the race plus lift access for both days, regardless of whether you qualify for finals. That means more laps, more time to fine-tune your approach, and a full weekend of riding no matter what. Professional timing will be provided by Eleven11 Timing to keep things tight and competitive.
Categories include Pro Men, Amateur Men, Pro Women, Amateur Women, Grom Boys, and Grom Girls.
Free camping will be available in the lower lots all weekend, making it easy to settle in and stay close to the action. If you’re looking for a little more comfort, on-site lodging is available just steps from the lifts and can be booked in advance. Off the bike, expect a mix of high-energy racing and laid-back bike park vibes, with music, food, and plenty of time to hang in the village after a full day of riding.
Bring your bike, your gear, and everything you need to ride hard for two days. Full face helmets and protective gear are mandatory. Start thinking about your line, because when it’s time to drop in, there’s only one move left to make. Double Down.
Fast, technical and just plain fun! Come out and explore what Bolton Valley Resort has to offer. We will be running Qualifying on saturday and then the big show down on Sunday.
Grab a team of 4 or more.. and on Sunday we will also be doing team times! Adding all members times together for the final results!
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For full information about our weekly race series, we encourage you to visit our website: https://catamountoutdoor.org/race-series-weekly/
In the event that the race is cancelled for inclement weather, your entry can be transferred to a different week.
A huge thank you to our 2026 series sponsors!
Gold Level
Central Vermont Runners, MoveWell, SDR Clothing Company