2015 Stowe Mountain Bike Club Annual Leaf Blower

Photo courtesy of Mike Hitelman Photography

Merriment abounds during an epic day of camaraderie and group rides on some of Stowe, Vermont's most exciting and scenic trails. This day of awesome riding is followed by an evening of festivities. Come join us - Register Now!

Photo Courtesy of Jennifer Langille Photography

The Leaf Blower dates back to 2011, when the board of the Stowe Mountain Bike Club figured it may be fun to throw a party to commemorate the end of another stellar riding season. The goal was to throw a day long bike party, enjoy a locally sourced feast, indulge in some beverages and revel in general shenanigans with friends, old and new. The entire mountain biking community quickly rallied around the concept, and it has grown into the festival that it is today, attracting visitors from all over the Northeast and beyond.

Photo Courtesy Mike Hitelman Photography

The Leaf Blower was conceived with the notion that it would be open to all, a public event that embraces both the local community and the visitors and bring them together for the simple purpose of playing on two wheels and enjoying the surroundings. Today, we see riders coming down from Canada, up from the southern states and everywhere in between to join the festival. Many of the out of town participants are first timers and come to take advantage of the event for a guided ride around Stowe's singletrack.

Photo Courtesy of Aaron Rohde Photography

Volunteers come in to lead rides for all abilities, and local businesses do their part as well by supplying a plethora of prizes for the bike contests and games throughout the evening.
It is only through the efforts of countless volunteer hours, and a community brought together by the simple love of exploring the outdoors on two wheels that the Leaf Blower continues to expand today...So don't be shy, come out and show your support to the people who make the trails possible! All proceeds from the event go to Stowe Mountain Bike Club, and are invested directly back into the trails we love.

Photo Courtesy of Aaron Rohde Photography

Looking for an excuse to come ride some trail in Stowe, Vermont? Whether you are sprinter who rides everyday, a weekend warrior, or a leisurely rider, there will be a group for you. Groups will take a break in the middle to refuel on energy grub and water provided for the participants, before charging back to town!

This year there are even kid specific rides: One for the younger kiddos on the bike path and one for middle school rippers with some mountain biking experience that will hit the trails.

Once we’re back in town and everyone’s legs are fried, the fun really begins. There will be a catered meal and hearty homemade desserts. Bike related contests and trivia will take place around the bonfire, with the opportunity to win prizes from the Club and our sponsors. Come join us - Register Now!

Take a minute to watch the video recap from last years event:


Schedule (Subject to Change, Click Here for more details)
9:30 -1:00 - Onsite registration/check-in
10:30am - Group 1 - Spin to Win epic ride departs
11:00am - Group 2 - Fast Riders Without an Ego group ride departs
11:30am - Group 3 - Everyday Riders group ride departs
12:00 pm - Group 4&5 - Weekend Warriors group rides depart
12:30pm - Groups 6&7 - Think I Can group rides depart
1:00pm - Middle School Rippers group ride departs
1:00pm - Skills clinics for remaining groups & Rec Path Rampage for the tikes
4-6pm - Dinner
5-7pm - Contests, prizes, bonfire and festivities

Your ticket gets you admission, a pair of custom SMBC Sock Guy socks (or goodie bags for the kiddos), and food. Rider, Non-Rider, and Kids ticket options!

The best part? Proceeds will benefit the trails you love to ride!

Care to learn more? Visit Stowe Mountain Bike Club's Website or Follow them on Facebook

Come Join Us Register Now!