Rocky River Shiver

A Hellacious MTB Event

Human Powered Movement is proud to present our first in-person event. A good ol' fashion MTB beat down and communal gathering to celebrate the off road pedal scene in the Charlotte, NC area. Join us for the inaugural Rocky River Shiver party on August 1.
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Bikes, beer and good vibes
  • Cash payout to all finishers*
  • Limited to the first 50 registrants*
  • ~43miles at Rocky River MTB Trails*​
  • Hosted on private land (hint: BYOBeer)*
  • ​Hecklers are encouraged
  • Significant DNF rate
  • In-person or virtual registration options
  • Prison-style "Finisher Shivs" handmade from downed trees along the trail
  • Portion of all proceeds go to local environmental non-profits
    • * = In-person registration only
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REGISTRATION?
  • Well marked and beautifully techy single track trail*
  • Chance to earn your registration fee back*
  • Primes (prizes) for top lap performances and Top 3 Overall M/F*
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our supporters
  • Custom HPM/Specialized Water Bottle
  • Custom Rocky River Shiver Bike Plate
  • $5 donation to Steve (land owner and builder of the trails)*
  • 2 ice cold beverages (We'll get you started for this BYOBeer event)*​
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local MTB community
  • Financial support for environmental non-profits​​
    • * = In-person registration only
IN-PERSON DETAILS
VIRTUAL DETAILS
  • ​Date: Sat, July 31 or Sun, Aug 1
  • Address: Wherever you want
  • Start Time: Whenever you want
  • Course: Any road, gravel, trail or trainer​
  • Verified via Strava integration HERE 
  • Virtual Registration Fee: $20
    • ​Includes free shipping to lower 48 states only
  • See below for FAQs​

Supporters

Big ups to each of these amazing brands for supporting this event and all of our human powered experiences.
Join us in showing them love with our collective buying power and engagement.

Rocky River Shiver - FAQs

How does the cash payout work?

  • Valid for in-person registration only
  • $10 from everyone's registration goes towards the cash purse
  • Anyone that completes 3 laps evenly shares the cash purse
  • Anyone that does not complete 3 laps doesn't share the cash purse
  • The final payout depends on how many register and how many complete all 3 laps
  • Cash payout will be delivered via Human Powered Movement's Venmo account after the event

What do I need to know for Event Day?

  • Trails are technical, if you haven't ridden these trails before, we highly recommend it before Aug 1 
  • ​Participants are required to be fully self sufficient throughout the day ... ability level, mechanicals, nutrition, hydration, shade, camp chair, etc. are the responsibility of each participant
  • Event is on Steve's private land. Thank him for his hospitality. Enjoy and shred his trails. Be respectful and aware of surrounding neighbors.
  • Parking lot opens at 7am. Space is limited. Don't park like a knucklehead. Same with tents, etc.
  • There is one port-a-john at the Trailhead ... plan accordingly
  • Your registration fee includes the suggested "daily trail usage" donation on event day
  • Prizes to the top 3 overall male/female but the primary goal prize is the personal challenge​
  • We will have coolers of beer (including Homebrew from the RD), ice and frozen icy pops when you finish or DNF
  • Course closes at 3:30pm. Participants must start Lap #2 by 10:30am and Lap #3 by 1:00pm​

How does the virtual event work?

  • Choose the Virtual Registration option
  • Sync your Strava to verify your Virtual Shiver activity (Integration HERE)
    • Big thanks to our homies at Charlotte Athlete 
  • Complete your 43 mile ride on either Saturday, July 31 or Sunday, August 1
  • Ride 43 miles on any bike, on any surface, at your own pace on your own time in one effort
  • Your activity will be automatically synced and displayed on the participant page (link coming soon)
  • Upon completion, we will ship your finisher item "Shiv" with your custom water bottle and bike plate

How does this event support non-profits?

  • As a proud 1% For the Planet member, a portion of all of our revenue goes directly to supporting environmental non-profits in the greater Charlotte, NC area (where we are based)
  • Additionally, $5 of your registration goes directly to Steve who has graciously allowed us to host this event on his property. These funds help offset his costs of maintenance, supplies, tools, etc.
  • 100% of additional donations go straight to Trips for Kids/Recyclery in Charlotte, NC. Check them out as they are doing some amazing work in the youth cycling scene.​
If you have Additional questions ... email us HERE​