When Fri, Sep 18, 8 -9am Source Event website Calendar iCal Download Description What is the Vermont Super 8 Grand Depart? It's a self-supported bikepacking adventure that takes place at the end of September. Most riders start and finish in Montpelier. The course is self-navigated using GPS devices. Riders are provided with a route and a list of resources, but they otherwise must carry their own gear and make their own camping arrangements. The course features some of Vermont's extremely rugged roads and trails, and it covers very hilly terrain. To register for the 2026 Grand Depart or individual time trial: fill out this form. You can check out the current edition of the Super 8 on the routes page, but please know that small changes are made to the route nearly every year. Intending Grand Depart riders will be looped into an email thread and supplied with a finalized .gpx file and camping guide in advance of the event. If you'd like to take on an Individual Time Trial (ITT) of the Super 8 outside of the time window of the Grand Depart, email dan@vermontbikepackers.org and alex@vermontbikepackers.org, and we'll ensure you have the latest route revision and camping guide. We can also work with you to set up satellite tracking, if you like.