The NEMBA Adventure Series - Trek Sturbridge

Come out to see why Sturbridge, MA is a mountain biking mecca at the crossroads of New England. You'll ride our hidden gem trail networks in peak mountain laurel blooming season.

Where:

Sturbridge, MA at Leadmine Mountain & Riverlands Downhill Flow Trails. Parking, facilities, and vendors at Old Sturbridge Village Museum Education Center, Sturbridge, MA 

When:

Saturday, June 15th, 2024

Cost: 

• NEMBA Member - $20
• Non-Member - $25 
• Kids Age 6-18 - $5  
• Kids Ages 5 and under - Free 
• Free registration with day-of new membership, individual or family                                              

Schedule:

• Guided Rides 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Rides Leave on the hour at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, and 12:00.
• Free jump clinics with Dynamic Cycling Adventures (12 riders max per clinic, first come first serve) from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM and 12:00 PM -2:00 PM at the Riverlands Parking Area.
• One (1) Raffle ticket upon registration with the opportunity to purchase additional entries. 
• Raffle prizes including a Giant Stance Full-Suspension Mountain Bike from Southbridge Bicycles, a 2-day skills clinic from Dynamic Cycling Adventures, a premium parts basket from Rotation Engineering, passes to Highland Mountain Bike Park, passes to Thunder Mountain Bike Park, gift cards to Landry's Bicycles, and many more! 
• Raffle winners announced at 1:00pm. Entrants do not need to be present to win.
• After party at Altruist Brewing Company (559 Main St. Sturbridge, MA 01566) from 2:30pm-5:30pm with the Savage Wraps Food Truck

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What to expect: 

• An incredible day of backcountry / downcountry "old school" trail riding with challenging tech and natural features. Sturbridge has over 50 miles of trails and Leadmine / Riverlands is the perfect introduction to this gem in the heart of New England.
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced guided rides.
• Multiple arrowed loops with Trailforks routes, Family Loop (2 miles, packed gravel), Beginner Loop (8 miles, green & blue trails), Intermediate Loop (13 miles, green, blue, and a few black trails), and Advanced Loop (17 miles, green, blue, and all the black trails in the network), and all-you-can-climb-and-descend downhill flow trails at Riverlands (250ft climbing trail, machine built, bermed downhill fun!)
• Vendor and restroom facilities in the OSV Museum Ed parking area. Additional restroom facilities at 197 Leadmine Rd. (mid-point of arrowed loops)
• There will be no food & beverage on site but maps will be available for nearby local spots with day-off discounts. Water and snack stations will be available at the OSV Museum Ed parking area and 197 Leadmine Rd. area
• Join the group for great beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and food at Altruist Brewing Company with the Savage Wraps food truck after the ride! The after party will be family friendly, bring the kids! 

T-Shirts:

Pick up any pre-purchase t-shirts, or purchase a t-shirt at the NEMBA tent on site. Chapter merchandise will also be available at the SCMA NEMBA tent.

Parking:

Parking can be found on site at Old Sturbridge Village Museum Education Center.   

About the NEMBA Adventure Series

The NEMBA Adventure Series is a season long series of flagship events hosted by local chapters in their respective communities. As part of NEMBA's mission to create epic riding experiences, our Adventure Series takes you on a trip throughout the region to explore some of the best trails and communities in New England.

Learn More & Connect with South Central MA NEMBA

Thank you to our friends and supporters!

Trek Sturbridge, Town of Sturbridge, Opacum Land Trust, Altruist Brewing Company, Karbon Bikes, Southbridge Bicycles