The 22nd Annual Nelson Fat Tire Festival August 24-27, 2017
Fat Tire Festival time again. This event takes place every year in memory of Cam Alexander, a friend and avid cyclist. He lost his life tragically while riding his bike 22 years ago. Cam, whose smile was only surpassed by his appetite, was loved and respected by us so much that it only seemed fit to throw a party for bicycles. A festival was called for. The Fat Tire Fest is now an annual event for kids from 2-72 to enjoy!
What's new this year....
Fat Tire Festival time again. This event takes place every year in memory of Cam Alexander, a friend and avid cyclist. He lost his life tragically while riding his bike 22 years ago. Cam, whose smile was only surpassed by his appetite, was loved and respected by us so much that it only seemed fit to throw a party for bicycles. A festival was called for. The Fat Tire Fest is now an annual event for kids from 2-72 to enjoy!
What's new this year....
- Watch for new events and news posted here as we roll out details
- We've got a few new changes in format this year. Things to note:
- Friday night will be bike parade only
- Poker ride is moving to Morning Mountain on Saturday
- Trans Canada Trail 25th Anniversary Celebration happening at Morning Mountain on Saturday.
- Check out The great trail.ca for more details
- It's time to shake things up again! Enduro racing on Sunday with the Nelson Cycling club timing equipment and the first ever Air DH down Placenta/Turnstyles. Women's racing starts after the kids races at about 11ish followed by the Men around 1. Kids wanting to participate in the enduro will start at 11 am as well (stage 1 only) We are hoping this format gives people with children both a chance to participate.
- Remember it"s not about racing it's about participating! Show your support to the Nelson Cycling Community and come out for some fun!
- I LOVE NELSON Raffle: $2/ticket gets you a chance to win one of 3 awesome gift baskets that includes accommodation at local establishments, a night of fine dining, coupons and gift cards to local businesses. Each basket has a $500 value! Tickets available at Gerick's and Sacred Ride.
- KIDS AIR DH! One run down Lefty for the win! Check our Sunday events page for more details.
- We've got a few new changes in format this year. Things to note:
*Come out and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Trans Canada trail and the coast to coast completion.
Ride,hike,run on August 26th at Morning Mountain rec area. Activities from 10-5.
Ride,hike,run on August 26th at Morning Mountain rec area. Activities from 10-5.
