We thought it would be cool to hear the rider's perspective on riding in the Super 8 and Stephanie Hall is a great place to start. Stephanie is an incredible rider and pillar in the community. She held the FKT in 2024, cheers on the people around her and runs her own event(s) called, " Vermont Filthy". Vermont Filthy is comprised of challenging group rides in the Upper Valley of Vermont. These rides maximize class IV's, climbing and filth. They are also welcoming to new comers wanted to get into ATV riding.
Stephanie here, sharing my insight to Vermont Super 8, and history with the event. In 2023 I was new to Vermont, and completed the North Lobe. The following year I set an FKT for the entire Super 8 Route, and was back for more in 2025. Throughout the duration of my relationship with bikes in my life, I’ve learned that solely riding or training for additional fitness or personal gain doesn’t fully fill my soul and it’s the friendships and community along the way that keeps me coming back to these events. In 2025 I was honored to have additional gear support, myself, but I was curious how I could bring that into the women’s field and reached out to Bivo. Bivo was able to provide bottles and a photographer for all the Women who lined up. Showing up, and having a place of belonging, is a powerful thing to encourage those who are curious. These spirit quests, with rowdy trails, and long dirt days might not be for everyone, but I know what it feels like to consistently be the only woman on a group ride, or looking around and not seeing anyone who looks like you. Adding to my motivation to encourage more women was I wanted to see my FKT beat. I knew it was possible, I thought it would be special to see a really competitive time stamp on a local route. I’m hopeful we see EVEN more women at this year's Grand Depart, and if my schedule allows I’d love to be there as well.
