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🚵 Advocating for MTB trails in Charlotte, NC
🛠️ 24 trails built & maintained by volunteers
🌱 Membership-based nonprofit since 1990
🤘 Join us below! 👇

⏳ Only 2days left to join & win! Join or renew y

⏳ Only 2days left to join & win!
Join or renew your membership by Saturday, May 31 to:
✅ Win custom Trailblazers gear (socks, shirts, bottles, tools)
✅ Ride Rattlesnake on Sunday with $10 off

Don’t wait. This weekend’s too good to miss.
Link in bio.
#TarheelTrailblazers #JoinTheCrew #WorkRideRepeat #TrailGnomeApproved #rattlesnakebikepark #justdontargueanymore

One Week Away! Rattlesnake is calling 🐍 Our Jun

One Week Away!
Rattlesnake is calling 🐍
Our June 1st members ride is almost here.
✅ $10 off for Trailblazers members
🚲 Big trails, big crew, good vibes

▶️ Hit the link in bio to sign up & save:

#rattlesnakebikepark #tarheeltrailblazers #mtblife #memberperks #GoingDownhillFast

You know those Trail Gnomes who magically clear dr

You know those Trail Gnomes who magically clear drains and trim back the overgrowth?

Yeah… they’re tired. And they need your help.

This National Trails Day, Saturday, June 7, we’re heading to Ballantyne District Park for a morning of much-needed trail TLC.

Whether you’re a seasoned digger or just trail-curious, this is the perfect chance to get involved.

🕘 9am–12pm
📍 Meet in the lot by the soccer fields
🧤 Wear pants, long sleeves, gloves, and bring eye/ear protection
✂️ Bring loppers or pole hedge clippers if you have them

We’ll be:
• Clearing drains
• Cutting back overgrowth
• Getting Ballantyne back in riding shape

Never been to a trail work day before? No problem. The Trail Gnome accepts all willing humans…no magic required. Just show up ready to help and maybe have a few laughs.

Come for the gnome. Stay for the satisfaction of making your local trail better.

🚨 Trail lovers, this one’s for you. Join or r

🚨 Trail lovers, this one’s for you.
Join or renew your Trailblazers membership this week and you’re in the running to win:

🧦 Custom socks in YOUR color
🔧 Bike maintenance gear
👕 Exclusive Trailblazer T-shirts

Why join? Because trails don’t build or maintain themselves.
Why now? Because gear this good doesn’t give itself away.

🎉 Support the trails. Score the swag.
👉 Tap the link in bio or visit tarheeltrailblazers.com/join

#TarheelTrailblazers #JoinTheCrew #WorkRideRepeat #TrailGnomeApproved

📢 Bike raffle winner announced in the video! H

📢 Bike raffle winner announced in the video!

Huge thanks to @bikesource_charlotte for donating this bike and a TON of prizes for The Backyard Experience raffles. Bikesource has been backing the Tarheel Trailblazers for many years, and we’re seriously grateful for everything they do for us. Their support helps fund real improvements to local Charlotte mountain bike trails. Go give them a follow and show some love!

And a massive thank you to everyone who entered the raffle! We greatly appreciate the support. It goes a long way toward building better trails.

👀 Our most important new trail tool isn’t in

👀 Our most important new trail tool isn’t in the picture...
But it could change mountain biking in Charlotte forever.

We worked with Meck County to create a master plan that helps MTB trails and bike parks get included when parks are upgraded — before the machines roll in.

It’s not a guarantee.
It’s a game plan.
And now we’ve got it.

👉 Swipe to see how it works — and how your voice can help make it real.

#TrailTool #TarheelTrailblazers #RideCLT #MTBCharlotte #MTBMecklenburg #MTBMasterPlan #FutureTrails #BikeParkVision #TrailStoke

🚨 Raffle ending soon! We will be drawing the na

🚨 Raffle ending soon! We will be drawing the name for the winner of this awesome bike donated by @bikesource_charlotte on Saturday, May 17th.

You do not need to be present to win.

All proceeds go to the Tarheel Trailblazers for mountain bike trail improvements!

🚨 CLUB EVENT – June 1 🚨 We’re headed to

🚨 CLUB EVENT – June 1 🚨
We’re headed to Rattlesnake Bike Park and want YOU there! 🐍🚵‍♂️

✅ Killer trails
✅ Great company
✅ $10 OFF for members

📍 Rattlesnake Bike Park, SC
🗓️ Saturday, June 1
🔗 Link in bio with full details

Let’s make it a ride to remember. Tag a riding buddy who needs to be there! 👇
#tarheeltrailblazers #rattlesnakebikepark #thingsaregoingdownhillfast

Huge thanks to @johnrobertpoe and @supe_supe with

Huge thanks to @johnrobertpoe and @supe_supe with the @charlotterecyclery for creating these awesome trophies for the podiums at The Backyard Experience! They even used wood reclaimed from the Backyard Trails!

Also, another huge thanks to @bikesource_charlotte for their MASSIVE support in the event. They're providing gift cards for the podiums winners! There may be some other goodies for the podiums as well 😉 In addition, Bike Source has provided loads of other prizes that we'll be raffling off at the event. AND they're donated the bicycle that Tarheel Trailblazers are raffling off right now!

Less than 1 day left to get registered, so sign up today!

👀 Seen the Trail Gnome lately? Us neither. Tu

👀 Seen the Trail Gnome lately?

Us neither.

Turns out it’s not magical creatures keeping your favorite trails open—it’s volunteers with shovels, saws, and a lot of bug spray.

💥 Want to help without getting dirty? Join the Tarheel Trailblazers.
Your membership funds tools, materials, and new trail access across Charlotte.

You ride here.
Now’s the time to be part of what keeps it all rolling.

👉 Join (or rejoin!) today: link in bio

Join in May and you'll get entered to win a ton of great prizes from SORBA, or your very own custom and unique Tarheel Trailblazers socks, made specially for you!

#TrailGnome #TarheelTrailblazers #SupportYourTrails #RideAndGiveBack #BadAINightmares

The Backyard Experience registration closes tomorr

The Backyard Experience registration closes tomorrow evening! You won't want to miss it... Join well over 100 of your friends this Saturday for an epic day of riding and celebrating. We have a ton of awesome raffle prizes we'll be giving away as well!

All of the proceeds for this event will be used to make improvements at the Backyard Trails in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Link in bio to get registered today!

Last chance to register for the Backyard Experienc

Last chance to register for the Backyard Experience this Saturday! Only a few spots left. Link in bio for details and registration.

⛏ All proceeds from the event will be used to support Backyard Trails!
🚨 There is no 'day of' registration. You must sign up in advance. Must be 18 years or older to participate.
🎟️ Every participant will receive a raffle ticket with an opportunity to purchase more. Over 15 companies are contributing to the prize table!!

Big thanks to our generous sponsors for stacking the podium prizes and raffle tables!

@bikesource_charlotte
@thespokeeasyclt
@handupco
@fidlock_usa
@gopc_charlotte
@cltmtbcoach
@charlotterecyclery
@geargoatx
@carolinabeertemple
@enderlycoffeeco
@hopflybrewingco
@lawsonsfinest
@townbrewingcompany
@triplecbrewing
@vinmasterwine

May newsletter went out via email a couple of days

May newsletter went out via email a couple of days ago. Link in bio in case you missed it. Lots going on with rides, trail work and some new membership benefits!

📢The Backyard Experience is just 10 days away!

📢The Backyard Experience is just 10 days away!
🚨 There is no day of registration. You must sign up in advance. Must be 18 years or older to participate.
🎟️ Every participant will receive a raffle ticket with an opportunity to purchase more. Over 15 companies are contributing to the prize table!!

We are incredibly grateful for all the amazing brands and supporters who believe in the mission of the Tarheel Trailblazers.

Every dollar raised from this event and raffle will go straight back into the Backyard Trails for trail improvements. You are not just signing up for an event. You are investing in the trails you love.

Lock in your spot. Support the trails. Get ready for an epic day.
 Register now. Link in bio

Thank you to these amazing brands for the support!
@bikesource_charlotte
@thespokeeasyclt
@handupco
@fidlockbike @fidlock_usa
@gopc_charlotte
@cltmtbcoach
@charlotterecyclery
@geargoatx
@carolinabeertemple
@enderlycoffeeco
@hopflybrewingco
@lawsonsfinest
@townbrewingcompany
@triplecbrewing
@vinmasterwine

Trail gnomes! Whether you believe in them or not,

Trail gnomes! Whether you believe in them or not, you CAN believe in the Trailblazers to keep the trails you ride open and improving.
Your membership helps pay for tools, repairs, and trail expansion. No meetings. No required volunteering. Just ride—and support.
And if you join in May, your membership goes even further:
😁 You’ll be entered for a chance to win prizes in SORBA's Spring Membership Giveaway
⛏You’ll help the Trailblazers compete to win a tool package from Backslope Tools (we’re going for the highest percent increase in memberships!)
🧦You will also be entered to win your very own CUSTOM and UNIQUE pair of Tarheel Trailblazers socks - in the exact color of your choice!!!

Two weeks from today it's the return of the legend

Two weeks from today it's the return of the legendary Backyard Experience! Only a few spots left so register now if you want to join the party! Link in bio for details and registration! All proceeds from this event will be reinvested into the Backyard Trails!

Meta is showing you our posts because you love rid

Meta is showing you our posts because you love riding...so help us keep it rolling. You don’t have to lift a shovel (unless you want to!). Just join and support. It can be from as little as $39/year.

Your membership helps pay for tools, repairs, and trail expansion. No meetings. No required volunteering. Just ride—and support.

And if you join in May, your membership goes even further:

✅ You’ll be entered for a chance to win prizes in SORBA's Spring Membership Giveaway

✅ You’ll help the Trailblazers compete to win a tool package from Backslope Tools (we’re going for the highest percent increase in memberships!)

✅ You will also be entered to win your very own CUSTOM and UNIQUE pair of Tarheel Trailblazers socks - in the exact color of your choice!!!

Reminder that this Sunday is our Trail Coordinator

Reminder that this Sunday is our Trail Coordinator and Volunteers meeting. TCs should be on the lookout for an email with an agenda and a link to the Google Meet for those joining remotely! Event details on our website via link in bio.

Reminder that this Saturday the Tarheel Trailblaze

Reminder that this Saturday the Tarheel Trailblazer Ladies will be at @rattlesnakebikepark to celebrate International Womens MTB Day!

Enjoy an all day Shuttle Serviced Bike Park with Discounted Day park pass and bike/gear rentals for Trailblazers Ladies riders!

Meet up at 10:00 AM

All riders in our event can use code THTBL for $10 off a 1-day pass – a 20% discount! This code should only be used by Tarheel Trailblazers Ladies and will be checked at the ticket booth.

We will have goody bags – LMNT hydration, water bottles and more!
And also a raffle with your chance to win one of four pairs of Tifosi Glasses, two entries to the Backyard Experience, Trail Works safety kits, or Rattlesnake swag!!

Link in bio for event details.

Get one before it's too late! Last chance to buy

Get one before it's too late! Last chance to buy a limited edition fundraising t-shirt from @recoverbrands. Sales end April 30! Link in bio to purchase.

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