Date subject to change   Fast laps, good vibes, and community fun on two wheels. Get ready to drop in! Whether you're here to hunt the podium or just enjoy a social roll with your crew, our Fiver races are built for everyone. These are low-pressure, high-stoke events designed to bring the Nanaimo mountain biking community together. Arrival/Check-in: 5:30pm Climb Starts: 6:00pm Location: Westwood, Park at Arbott Road The Route: Three Bears How to Join the Fun Participating is easy! Just follow these steps to get to the start line: 1. NMBC Membership You must be a current NMBC member to race. Not a member yet? Join the club here 2. Sign Your Waiver Complete our general waiver. You only need to do this once per season! Sign waiver here 3. Pay Your Fiver Entry is $5, purchase your ticket prior to showing up. What to Expect on Race Day We keep things simple so you can focus on the ride: Check-In: Head to the NMBC tent at the parking lot to grab your race plate and listen to the pre race briefing. Ride the Course: Follow the marked route! You’ll check-in with the volunteer timer at the start of the timed segment. Sign-Out: Once you’ve smashed your laps, return your race plate to the NMBC tent so we know you’re off the course safely, and receive your raffle ticket for sweet prizes. Fiver Apres: Stick around for the après! Return your race plate and join us for post-race hangs, food, drinks, and prizes.  

Details (TBD) Meeting At: TBD Date & Time: TBD The Bonus: Stick around after the ride for snacks and our local gear raffle! 🎁   September Social Ride We’re shifting gears this season to focus on what matters most: community. Our monthly Social Rides are all about good trails, great people, and neighborhood vibes. It’s the perfect excuse to get outside, meet the folks you share the trails with, and enjoy some fresh air together. We’ll have light snacks to share, prize giveaways from our awesome local sponsors, and plenty of high-fives to go around. 👋 Choose Your Way to Play: Social Rider: Just show up and cruise! Perfect for meeting new faces and enjoying a laid-back group ride. Trail Guide: Help us navigate! You don’t need to be a pro—just a friendly face who knows the turns. We’ll provide the map and a partner so you’re never leading alone. 🔄 Group Levels – Everyone is Welcome! We’re a "no-drop" crew, meaning nobody gets left behind. We’ll build our ride groups based on who rolls up—so the more friends you bring, the more options we have! Green 🟢 New to the dirt or just want a chill spin? This is all about fun, flow, and finding your groove at a relaxed pace. Blue 🔵 Confident on greens and blues? If you like a little challenge and a steady climb—but want to keep things fun—this is your sweet spot. Black Diamond ⚫ Ready for the technical stuff? We’ll head for the roots, rocks, and steeper descents for a bit more of a heart-pumping session.    

This event has been postponed Date subject to change Trail Full Fine China   Fast laps, good vibes, and community fun on two wheels. Get ready to drop in! Whether you're here to hunt the podium or just enjoy a social roll with your crew, our Fiver races are built for everyone. These are low-pressure, high-stoke events designed to bring the Nanaimo mountain biking community together. Arrival/Check-in: 5:30pm Climb Starts: 6:00pm Location: Doumont, Park at Lower Lot The Route: Full Fine China How to Join the Fun Participating is easy! Just follow these steps to get to the start line: 1. NMBC Membership You must be a current NMBC member to race. Not a member yet? Join the club here 2. Sign Your Waiver Complete our general waiver. You only need to do this once per season! Sign waiver here 3. Pay Your Fiver Entry is $5, purchase your ticket online prior to showing up. What to Expect on Race Day We keep things simple so you can focus on the ride: Check-In: Head to the NMBC tent at the parking lot to grab your race plate and listen to the pre race briefing. Ride the Course: Follow the marked route! You’ll check-in with the volunteer timer at the start of the timed segment. Sign-Out: Once you’ve smashed your laps, return your race plate to the NMBC tent so we know you’re off the course safely, and receive your raffle ticket for sweet prizes. Fiver Apres: Stick around for the après! Return your race plate and join us for post-race hangs, food, drinks, and prizes.  

Social Ride Details Meeting At: Doumont (Main Parking Lot) August Social Ride We’re shifting gears this season to focus on what matters most: community. Our monthly Social Rides are all about good trails, great people, and neighborhood vibes. It’s the perfect excuse to get outside, meet the folks you share the trails with, and enjoy some fresh air together. We’ll have light snacks to share, prize giveaways from our awesome local sponsors, and plenty of high-fives to go around. 👋 Choose Your Way to Play: Social Rider: Just show up and cruise! Perfect for meeting new faces and enjoying a laid-back group ride. Ride Lead / Sweep: Help us navigate! You don’t need to be a pro—just a friendly face who knows the turns. We’ll provide the map and a partner so you’re never leading alone. 🔄 Group Levels – Everyone is Welcome! We’re a "no-drop" crew, meaning nobody gets left behind. We’ll build our ride groups based on who rolls up—so the more friends you bring, the more options we have! Green 🟢 New to the dirt or just want a chill spin? This is all about fun, flow, and finding your groove at a relaxed pace. Blue 🔵 Confident on greens and blues? If you like a little challenge and a steady climb—but want to keep things fun—this is your sweet spot. Black Diamond ⚫ Ready for the technical stuff? We’ll head for the roots, rocks, and steeper descents for a bit more of a heart-pumping session.  

July 23rd, 2026 / Trail Parachutes - Skootaloo   Fast laps, good vibes, and community fun on two wheels. Get ready to drop in! Whether you're here to hunt the podium or just enjoy a social roll with your crew, our Fiver races are built for everyone. These are low-pressure, high-stoke events designed to bring the Nanaimo mountain biking community together. Arrival/Check-in: 5:30pm Climb Starts: 6:00pm Location: Westwood, park at Arbott Road The Route: Parachutes - Skootaloo. *Pre ride to determine if this is in your abilities* No alternative route. How to Join the Fun Participating is easy! Just follow these steps to get to the start line: 1. NMBC Membership You must be a current NMBC member to race. Not a member yet? Join the club here 2. Sign Your Waiver Complete our general waiver. You only need to do this once per season! Sign waiver here 3. Pay Your Fiver Entry is $5, purchase ticket online prior to showing up. What to Expect on Race Day We keep things simple so you can focus on the ride: Check-In: Head to the NMBC tent at the parking lot to grab your race plate and listen to the pre race briefing. Ride the Course: Follow the marked route! You’ll check-in with the volunteer timer at the start of the timed segment. Sign-Out: Once you’ve smashed your laps, return your race plate to the NMBC tent so we know you’re off the course safely, and receive your raffle ticket for sweet prizes. Fiver Apres: Stick around for the après! Return your race plate and join us for post-race hangs, food, drinks, and prizes.  

Social Ride Details Meeting At: Westwood (Arbot Rd Parking Lot) Date & Time: July 12, 10am-12pm July Social Ride We’re shifting gears this season to focus on what matters most: community. Our monthly Social Rides are all about good trails, great people, and neighborhood vibes. It’s the perfect excuse to get outside, meet the folks you share the trails with, and enjoy some fresh air together. We’ll have light snacks to share, prize giveaways from our awesome local sponsors, and plenty of high-fives to go around. 👋 Choose Your Way to Play: Social Rider: Just show up and cruise! Perfect for meeting new faces and enjoying a laid-back group ride. Ride leader/sweep: Help us navigate! You don’t need to be a pro—just a friendly face who knows the turns. We’ll provide the map and a partner so you’re never leading alone. 🔄 Group Levels – Everyone is Welcome! We’re a "no-drop" crew, meaning nobody gets left behind. We’ll build our ride groups based on who rolls up—so the more friends you bring, the more options we have! Green 🟢 New to the dirt or just want a chill spin? This is all about fun, flow, and finding your groove at a relaxed pace. Blue 🔵 Confident on greens and blues? If you like a little challenge and a steady climb—but want to keep things fun—this is your sweet spot. Black Diamond ⚫ Ready for the technical stuff? We’ll head for the roots, rocks, and steeper descents for a bit more of a heart-pumping session.  

  Ride to Resilience is a powerful feature-length documentary that dives into the unseen mental battles faced by first responders, athletes, and everyday people who are expected to carry it all. Following firefighter and professional mountain biker Steve Vanderhoek, the film traces a two-year journey shaped by trauma, loss, and healing, both on the trail and off. The story explores how depression and PTSD can quietly build beneath a capable exterior, and how connection, vulnerability, peer support and community can become lifelines. Mature Subject Matter Notice This film contains mature themes, including discussions of mental health, depression, PTSD, suicide, traumatic emergency incidents, and loss. While there is no graphic content, some subject matter may be emotionally challenging. Viewer discretion is advised. Tickets: https://www.porttheatre.com/events/ride-to-resilience-film-premier-2026/ More info: www.ridetoresilience.ca <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/q7DlYd5LURM?si=hLLw_ikqaY7MLDN5" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Trail: Hobnobs - Monkeys in the Mist *Alt route Full Monkeys in the Mist   Fast laps, good vibes, and community fun on two wheels. Get ready to drop in! Whether you're here to hunt the podium or just enjoy a social roll with your crew, our Fiver races are built for everyone. These are low-pressure, high-stoke events designed to bring the Nanaimo mountain biking community together. Arrival/Check-in: 5:30pm Climb Starts: 6:00pm Location: Doumont, Park at Lower Lot The Route: Hobb Knobs - Monkeys Above the Mist. *Pre-ride to determine if this is in your abilities* Alternatively, if you are not comfortable with Hobb Knobs, you can do Full Monkeys. How to Join the Fun Participating is easy! Just follow these steps to get to the start line: 1. NMBC Membership You must be a current NMBC member to race. Not a member yet? Join the club here 2. Sign Your Waiver Complete our general waiver. You only need to do this once per season! Sign waiver here 3. Pay Your Fiver Entry is $5, purchase ticket online prior to showing up. What to Expect on Race Day We keep things simple so you can focus on the ride: Check-In: Head to the NMBC tent at the parking lot to grab your race plate and listen to the pre race briefing. Ride the Course: Follow the marked route! You’ll check-in with the volunteer timer at the start of the timed segment. Sign-Out: Once you’ve smashed your laps, return your race plate to the NMBC tent so we know you’re off the course safely, and receive your raffle ticket for sweet prizes. Fiver Apres: Stick around for the après! Return your race plate and join us for post-race hangs, food, drinks, and prizes.  

🌿 NMBC Brush Cutting Doumont  We're heading out for some brush cutting and have three extra brush trimmers ready to go if you'd like to lend a hand. It doesn't take a huge crew to make a big difference. Imagine if each rider came out to one trail day each year — our volunteer capacity would grow tremendously, and we'd be able to keep the trails we all love running smoothly and looking their best. If you ride here, lend a hand here. 🤘 No experience necessary. Come out, meet some great people, and help give back to the trails that give us so much. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –  📍 Meet at the main parking lot. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –  Weather Policy In true Island fashion, we dig in the rain, but not in atmospheric rivers. We embrace the damp loam, but if a major storm or high-wind warning is in effect, we will postpone. If you don't hear from us, grab your rain gear and we’ll see you there! The Details Meeting Point: See location pins/details above. Safety First: We’ll start with a quick safety briefing and project plan before heading to the dirt. No Experience Needed: Our Lead Builders will show you the ropes. We focus on high-quality, sustainable work over speed. Duration: Typically 2–4 hours. Tools: All tools are provided by NMBC. What to Bring Gear: Durable, closed-toe boots and clothes you don’t mind getting muddy. Layers: Bring extra layers to stay warm during breaks and rain gear for wet days. Supplies: Plenty of water, a snack, bug spray, and a cell phone. Food: [Note: If this session is sponsored, food will be provided. Check back for updates!] Please sign our waiver before attending See you on the trails!

In celebration of BC Trails Day—a province-wide movement dedicated to caring for our incredible trail systems—we are hosting a special dig day sponsored by Hillbilly Hustle 50K. BC Trails Day is all about celebrating the outdoor spaces that help us stay healthy in mind, body, and community spirit. By coming together, we can ensure these trails continue to be enjoyed by all British Columbians for years to come.   🛠️ NMBC Dig Day – Westwood Trail Work: Legalize it 📍 Location - Arbot Rd Parking Lot 🤝 Sponsored By Hillbilly Hustle 50K We’re proud to have Hillbilly Hustle 50K backing this dig day. The Hillbilly Hustle was the pandemic brainchild of Vancouver Island local, Jason Wright. The original race brought together the Nanaimo trail running community following multitudes of race cancellations. The world went quiet with unease and uncertainty, but the Hillbilly Hustle grounded us with an inkling of normal through a virtual community and common athletic pursuits. With the help of Jay's friends, the Hillybilly Hustle lives on as an in person race utilizing the extensive trail network of our local mountain, Te'tuxwtun (Mount Benson). 17k, 35k, and 50k in person races will be available to all those up for the challenge. Their support helps make it possible for our community to come together, give back to the trails, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of Nanaimo’s riding network. They’ll also be providing limited-edition dig day t-shirts for volunteers on the day. 🍕 Pizza and food will be provided on site 🌲 About the Day Join us in the woods. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a first-time volunteer, dig days are a great way to give back to the trails and connect with the local riding community. 🌦️ Weather Policy We dig in the rain, but not in atmospheric rivers. Light rain is part of the Island experience, but if a major storm or high-wind warning is in effect, we’ll postpone. If you don’t hear from us, assume it’s on — bring your rain gear and we’ll see you there. 🧰 The Details Meeting Point: See location above Safety First: Quick briefing + project plan before starting No Experience Needed: Lead builders will guide you Duration: 2–4 hours Tools: All provided by NMBC 🎒 What to Bring Durable, closed-toe boots + clothes you don’t mind getting muddy Warm layers + rain gear Water + snacks Bug spray Phone ⚠️ Waiver Please ensure your NMBC waiver is completed before attending. See you on the trails 🤘  

FIVER – WESTWOOD   Fast laps, good vibes, and community fun on two wheels. Get ready to drop in! Whether you're here to hunt the podium or just enjoy a social roll with your crew, our Fiver races are built for everyone. These are low-pressure, high-stoke events designed to bring the Nanaimo mountain biking community together. Arrival/Check-in: 5:30pm Climb Starts: 6:00pm Location: Westwood, park at Arbott Road The Route: Sempiternal         How to Join the Fun Participating is easy! Just follow these steps to get to the start line: 1. NMBC Membership You must be a current NMBC member to race. Not a member yet? Join the club here 2. Sign Your Waiver Complete our general waiver. You only need to do this once per season! Sign waiver here 3. Pay Your Fiver Entry is $5, purchase ticket online prior to showing up.           What to Expect on Race Day We keep things simple so you can focus on the ride: Check-In: Head to the NMBC tent at the parking lot to grab your race plate and listen to the pre race briefing. Ride the Course: Follow the marked route! You’ll check-in with the volunteer timer at the start of the timed segment. Sign-Out: Once you’ve smashed your laps, return your race plate to the NMBC tent so we know you’re off the course safely, and receive your raffle ticket for sweet prizes. Fiver Apres: Stick around for the après! Return your race plate and join us for post-race hangs, food, drinks, and prizes.

The NMBC’s all-female enduro race returns for its fifth edition in Nanaimo. Expect killer trails, great vibes, friendly competition, and an epic afterparty at Wolf Brewing.   RACE REGISTRATION Sign up on Eventbrite.   RACE INFORMATION Learn more about the race course and categories on NMBC website.    VOLUNTEER Without great volunteers, Murderhorn Maiden would not happen. Volunteer roles include setup and teardown crew, course marshals, parking attendants, aid stations, finish line food crew, and more — reach out if you’d like to help make the day happen. Sign up here