The Slate Valley Epic is a 40+ mile, 5,000+ vertical mountain bike race on Vermont’s newest and best single-track trails in the Slate Valley of southwestern Vermont in Poultney, VT. Slate Valley Trails, a chapter of Vermont Mountain Bike Association formed in 2015 has built a network of over 50 miles of professionally designed and constructed trails on the Taconic Mountain Range in Vermont. So, join Slate Valley Trails (SVT) on July 31, 2021 for the inaugural Slate Valley Epic mountain bike race and fundraiser! Riders can expect some of the best single-track riding with plenty of climbing and extraordinary views of the Slate Valley. This event will surely challenge you, and be a memorable day in the Vermont woods! The Race will hit all 6 peaks at SVT: Cliffhanger, Big Top, Carnie, Birdie, Rocky Ridge and Rusty Bucket with endless views of this beautiful region. We are limiting our inaugural race to 125 riders and possibly 10 exhibitors but this event that will grow in following years.
The Details: Race starts at 7:30 AM
Races will start in groups of 10 for social distancing and rider spacing
Prizes for the top male and female finishers in each of three age categories from our sponsors.
Signup with your friends by choosing your group
Free t-shirts to the registrants till June 15th. Volunteers needed and can sign up by June 15th to receive a free tee shirt.
