Freehub PRESENTS

Freehub PRESENTS A Mountain Bike Film Festival

Join us in celebrating community, culture, and cinema

Freehub PRESENTS, brought to you by Arkansas Tourism, is a collection of films from some of the best filmmakers and riders, as well as new up-and-comers alike, all given the proper big screen experience. The multi-stop film festival honors top and emerging filmmakers, riders, leaders, and storytellers who will shape the sport for generations to come. Cinematic events and coast-to-coast independent events celebrate community, culture, and cinema while benefiting nonprofit trail advocacy organizations.

Join us on Thursday, July 10th, 2025 in Bellingham, WA, for the premiere screening event of the 2025 Freehub PRESENTS mountain bike film festival. Stay tuned for additional screening tour dates to find an event near you.

 

 


Freehub PRESENTS Premiere

Hosted by Cam McCaul

Join us on Thursday, July 10th, 2025 in Bellingham, WA, at the for the premiere screening event of the 2025 Freehub PRESENTS mountain bike film festival. 

Located in the heart of Bellingham, at the historic Mount Baker Theatre, 104 North Commercial Street, Bellingham, WA

Tickets Available Soon

The Mount Baker Theatre in downtown Bellingham, Washington

Independent Screenings

Seattle, WA
Date: Wednesday, August 20th 2025
Venue: evo Seattle: 3500 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

Denver, CO
Date: Wednesday, August 27th 2025
Venue: evo Denver: 860 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203

Tahoe City, CA
Date: Friday, August 29th 2025
Venue: evo Tahoe City: 455 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145

Portland, OR
Date: Thursday, August 21st 2025
Venue: evo Portland: 200 SE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97214

Salt Lake City, UT
Date: Thursday, August 28st 2025
Venue: evo Salt Lake City: 660 S 400 W Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Snoqualmie Pass, WA
Date: Friday, September 12th 2025
Venue: evo Snoqualmie Pass: 69802 WA-906, Snoqualmie Pass, WA 98068

Independent Premieres

Interested in hosting a Freehub PRESENTS screening event? Select trail advocacy organizations are invited to participate in the film fest tour and host their own fundraising event.

To get started, please complete the application below:

 

 


2025 Partners

This special community film celebration would not be possible without partnerships and a huge collective effort. Thank you to the community leaders, families, trailbuilders, dreamers, athletes, designers, brands, mentors, advocates, stewards, volunteers and everyday riders who are helping to make this event possible. We are grateful for partner support from Arkansas Tourism, evo, Maxxis BikeOrbea and SRAM and their amazing product donations—of which will directly impact the future of mountain biking.

Viewer’s Choice

Event attendees and streaming viewers can vote for the Viewers Choice Award and be entered for a chance to win a personalized mountain bike experience for two in Arkansas and a new Orbea mountain bike.

Each year, Freehub awards a Viewer’s Choice cash prize to the winning filmmaker, chosen by you! Every attendee at the Freehub PRESENTS film festival tour will have an opportunity to vote for their favorite film and automatically be entered to win the ultimate mountain bike experience for two to your destination of choice in Arkansas*, a state that has reinvented itself as a mountain biker’s playground. The winner will also receive a new Orbea Mountain Bike. The Viewer’s Choice film award and prize winner will be announced in January 2026. 

A special thanks to Arkansas Tourism and Orbea for supporting the Viewer’s Choice Award.

Congratulations to the Viewer’s Choice winners of the 2024 and 2023 Freehub PRESENTS:

2025 Film Selections

Building Together: The RCMBA Story
A Film by Justin Woehler

Trail to Bayanihan
A Film by Cat Aeppel

Still Rider
A Film by Jason Hamborg

Screedom
A Film by Myles Trainer

Girl Huck Yeah
A Film by Henri Halle

Vaea Verbeeck - Redbull Rampage 24'
A Film by Laurent Bilodeau

Made By Mountains
A Film by Blake Jorgenson

Meet the 2025 Filmmakers


Justin Woehler
Building Together: The RCMBA Story

Justin Woehler is a filmmaker based in Humboldt County, CA. As the creative force behind RUF Collective, Justin blends his passion for riding with his talent for visual storytelling to capture the authentic spirit of mountain bike culture. While his commercial work includes rider-centric films for Marin Bikes, Justin's documentary approach is rooted in community and connection. RUF Collective brings together local talent who share Justin's vision of authentic storytelling and community investment. Their work celebrates not just the thrill of the ride, but the people behind the trails and the landscapes that make Humboldt County a unique riding destination.

Cat Aeppel
Trail to Bayanihan

Cat Aeppel is an Emmy Award-winning Director and Cinematographer known for emotionally resonant storytelling. Her work has taken her to every continent except Antarctica. With a background in adventure photography, she has developed a unique ability to capture dynamic, high-energy sequences while infusing them with intimate, personal moments. Trusted by clients like Red Bull, YETI, and National Geographic Adventure, Cat’s visuals connect deeply with audiences. Based in Los Angeles, she continues to craft powerful narratives that merge technical skill with emotional depth. When not on set, Cat enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband and their puppy.

Laurent Bilodeau
Vaea Verbeeck - Redbull Rampage 24'

Laurent Bilodeau is a director and director of photography who is originally from Montreal, QC, Canada. Currently, Laurent is based out of Squamish, BC. He has been a part of the adventure and action sports films industry for over a decade and has worked with brands such as Arc’teryx and Mons Royal. Laurent says showcasing people’s talent through his vision is always an honor. He has a long history working with Freehub, with films in both the 2023 and 2024 Freehub PRESENTS film lineups, making Laurent the only filmmaker who has been in every Freehub PRESENTS to date. 

Daniel Stark
Still Rider

If an idea keeps Daniel Stark up at night, he makes it, whether it’s a commercial, short film, or documentary. Daniel does nothing alone—he loves a good collaboration, a strong team, or a lasting friendship. He’s been with 6ix Sigma Productions since 2015, living in Prince George, British Columbia, telling stories across Canada in (almost) every format in (almost) every industry. Daniel is drawn to stories about people in the places where no one is looking, drawing inspiration from his upbringing in rural Canada. He hopes his projects ponder the right questions to bring people together.

 

Myles Trainer
Screedom

Everyone likes a good adventure, from backyard to big mountains, and it’s human nature to want to capture these moments and experiences. Myles grew up skiing and biking in Vermont, making home videos with friends as a kid. His passion for capturing adrenaline-fueled moments in outdoor spaces has inspired him in recent years as a media specialist for Transition Bikes. Whether on the job for Transition or on a personal trip, he enjoys exploring new areas by bike and soaking up the experiences along the way.

Henri Hallé
Girl Huck Yeah

Henri Hallé is a gravity enthusiast and powder hound who calls Snoqualmie Pass his home. His passion resides in the process of creating films that explore the human capacity for adventure in outdoor spaces. Henri has worn many hats during his tenure in video production, including director, editor, and problem solver. He has been in the industry for nearly an entire decade, leading him to many fruitful and rewarding experiences, such as becoming the founder of Magic Hour Media House. 

Blake Jorgenson
Made by Mountains

Based out of Vancouver, BC, Blake Jorgenson creates work for many of the leading outdoor, active, and automotive brands, including but not limited to Honda, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nike, Oakley, Patagonia, Red Bull, Specialized, The North Face, and Under Armour. Blake believes in meticulously constructing, styling, and polishing his images in ways that give them the impact and visual edge of spontaneous action shots. For him, this process is a true collaboration between creative and production professionals. Brainstorming, problem-solving, and a blue-sky spirit of imagination and adventure are the juice that continually fuels his creative drive.

2024 Freehub PRESENTS: ON-DEMAND

 

The 2024 Freehub PRESENTS Film Festival lineup is now available for online viewing via Vimeo On-Demand following a successful summer and fall of in-person live screenings across North America.

FAQ

Is this an all-ages event?
All ages are welcome, but please keep in mind that the films are not rated and may include adult language.

What is your refund policy?
Tickets for the Bellingham Premiere are nonrefundable. Many of the independent screening events are free, but not all. Please contact the event host for their refund policy.

Is it all going to be films I've already seen before?
We doubt it! None of our film selections have been released online prior to July 10th, 2025.

Should I come?
Heck yes you should!