Chasing Dirt - MTB Movie Contest

Ride. Film. Share. Win.

Every summer has a story. This is your chance to tell yours on the big screen.

Steed Cycles is excited to announce the launch of Chasing Dirt, a brand-new mountain bike movie contest celebrating the creativity, passion, and riding talent found throughout British Columbia. Whether you're a solo rider with a GoPro, a group of friends chasing sunsets, or an experienced film crew producing your next masterpiece, Chasing Dirt is your opportunity to showcase your work, connect with the mountain bike community, and compete for over $7,000 in prizes.

The best riding stories aren't always told through race results, although they certainly can be. They're found in early morning laps, after-work shuttles, road trips with friends, and the unforgettable moments that make every season worth remembering.

So grab your camera, rally your crew, and start filming.

The top edits will be screened at our Chasing Dirt Première at Container Brewing on Friday, September 18th 6-10PM where the community will come together to celebrate a summer spent on two wheels. The evening will also feature guest films from local athletes, showcasing the talent and stories that make our riding community unique.

All proceeds of the event will go to Protect Our Winters Canada.

Register Here

Registration is now closed. If you missed the August 15, 2026 deadline, fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch with next steps.

If your registration is accepted, you’ll receive an upload link where you can submit your completed film and provide the names and roles of everyone involved in your project so they receive the credit they deserve.

Your completed film must be submitted by September 10, 2026.

All participants are encouraged to attend the Chasing Dirt Première at Container Brewing on September 18, 2026, where the finalist films will be screened and awards will be presented. Riders and filmmakers of all ages are welcome.

Chasing Dirt Movie Night

Friday, September 18, 2026

6PM-10PM

Container Brewing - 1216 Franklin St. Vancouver, BC

Join us for an evening celebrating mountain bike filmmaking and the community that makes BC riding so special.

The fifteen selected films will be showcased on the big screen during an evening dedicated to mountain bike storytelling. Hosted by Whistler pro rider and content creator Hailey Elise, the night will feature film screenings, live award presentations, sponsor giveaways, and a chance to celebrate alongside fellow riders, filmmakers, and the local mountain bike community.

Special Guests

Steve Vanderhoek - FIFTH... AGAIN
Lucy Van Eesteren - On the Luce
Featured Film - EJ DAYS 1

Best of all, 100% of ticket proceeds will be donated to Protect Our Winters Canada to support climate advocacy and help protect the places we all love to ride.

Tickets are on sale now!

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Important Dates

Registration: August 15th, 2026
Film Submission: September 10th
Première: September 18th
Tickets for the première go live on August 15th and spots will be limited. Mark your calendar!

Over $7,000 in prizes will be awarded, including:

Shimano XT Mechanical Drivetrain, Brakes, Wheels (value of $2500)
Race Face Era Wheelset (value of $2150)
Fox 38 GripX2 Factory Series (value of $1369)
Sun Peaks Bike Park Experience (value of $860)
$500 Akta Gift Card
$200 Steed Cycle Gift Card

Submission Guidelines

Films must be between 2 and 15 minutes in length.
Submissions must be received by September 10th, 2026. All registered participants will receive a link to upload their film.
Horizontal (16:9) format is preferred for the big-screen viewing experience.
You don’t need to be a professional to enter. Amateur films and self-filmed movies are more than welcome! Be creative and have fun with it.
All footage must be original and created by the entrant(s). No AI please.
Ride hard, get creative, have fun, but keep the edits respectful. No excessive foul language, political content, or discriminatory or hateful material. If it crosses the line, we reserve the right to pull the entry.
If we get a high number of entries, we may not have time to show every edit on the big screen. Only the top edits will be featured at the Premiere. But don’t worry, every entry will be uploaded to our YouTube channel and will still be in the running for the Popular Vote Award. So your edit can still take a win!

Special Awards

Grom Award: Young riders and creators are encouraged to enter Chasing Dirt for a chance to win our Grom Award, recognizing a film created by an up-and-coming filmmaker or rider.
Popular Vote Award: All films will be uploaded to the Steed Cycles YouTube Channel and the public will be invited to vote for their favorite film for a chance to win a $200 gift card at Steed. The winning film also wins a $200 Gift Card at Steed. The winner will be announced on September 30th.

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