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Our community of volunteer trail builders

Heart, arms, and a contagious passion

Behind several trails that thrill you at the Sentiers du Moulin, there are passionate volunteers. Armed with shovels, rogues and unwavering determination, they give their time, energy and expertise to build, maintain and evolve the playground we all love.

At SDM, we are fortunate to rely on two exceptional volunteer trailbuilding groups:

DigSDM
LB-Cycle

Complementary and deeply committed, these two groups are behind several of the network’s most iconic trails. Together, they contribute thousands of volunteer hours each year and, above all, embody the spirit of the SDM community.

DigSDM – Builders rooted in SDM’s history

DigSDM is a core group of passionate volunteers who have contributed to the evolution of Sentiers du Moulin for over 15 years.

Officially structured in 2017, the group carries on the legacy of a collective active since 2006, when the first SDM singletracks were created by a handful of pioneers.

Initially focused on maintaining a rapidly growing network, DigSDM now plays a key role in developing ambitious new lines and ensuring the long-term maintenance of existing trails. Most projects are carried out in close collaboration with the SDM trail crew and, when needed, with specialized external partners.

Major projects at SDM
2012 – Vieille Léon
2015 to 2017 – Léon, Viking, Basse SuperG
2019 – QMG in partnership with Qc.MTB.girls
2021 – Passerelle
2023 – Mammouth
2024 – Saga
2025-2026 – Project 24 24

An essential team
DigSDM combines modern trailbuilding expertise with an in-depth knowledge of the terrain. A discreet but essential pillar of the network’s vitality.

LB-Cycle – An army of dedicated diggers since 2014

Founded in 2014, LB-Cycle is a non-profit organization based in Lac-Beauport that plays a major role in developing SDM’s enduro offering.

Its mission is built around three clear objectives:

Develop and maintain trails
Mobilize the MTB community
Share trailbuilding knowledge with other groups

With a strong community-driven approach and an impressive mobilization capacity, LB-Cycle is behind several flagship trails within the network. Projects are generally led autonomously, in collaboration with the SDM trail crew, and sometimes supported by specialized contractors depending on the scope of work.

Major projects at SDM
2015 – LB-Cycle (founding trail)
2016 – LBC2
2018 – Wolverine
2020 – La Chèvre
2021 – Magneto
2023-2024 – Professeur X
2025-2026 – Project Sunshine Coast

Two of their trails even inspired exclusive beers brewed with Le Roquemont: Wolverine and Professeur X.

An inspiring collective force
LB-Cycle is a tight-knit community driven by a strong sense of belonging and a clear commitment to passing on trailbuilding knowledge.

Club Mathieu Performance – Guardians of the XC trails

Since 2008, Club Mathieu Performance has contributed to the maintenance of SDM’s XC trails. Each year, between 200 and 400 volunteer hours are dedicated to keeping these trails accessible and safe.

A discreet but essential contribution to the proper functioning of the network.

Projects primarily led by individual volunteer builders

Some projects were primarily led by a single volunteer builder, with occasional support from volunteer groups and the SDM trail crew.

2018-2020 – King Kong – Jean-François Dubé
2022 – Bouc – Benoit Bouchard
2023-2024 – Farfadet – Benoit Bouchard

Recognize, transmit, and get involved

Rogues d’or – Trailbuilders of the Year

Each year, DigSDM and LB-Cycle recognize the outstanding commitment of a trailbuilder by awarding the Rogue d’or. This honorary distinction highlights the generosity, perseverance and dedication of volunteers who embody the values of community trailbuilding.

Recipients – LB-Cycle
2015 – Jean-François Tardif
2016 – Tommy Bond
2017 – Jean-Martin Boulanger
2018 – Hugues Foltz
2019 – William Scully
2020 – Benoit Bouchard
2021 – Alexis Christen
2022 – Marie-Hélène Canac Marquis
2023 – Patrick Noël
2024 – Samuel Girard
2025 – Alexandre Beaulieu

Recipients – DigSDM
2023 – Éric Domaine
2024 – Jean-Philippe Anctil
2025 – Steeve Houde

These individuals embody the spirit of engagement and help extend MTB culture far beyond the trails.

Our Community on Video

Content that showcases the commitment, expertise and trailbuilding culture that drive SDM.

Building the Best Mountain Bike Trails
Professeur X – The Largest Trail Project in Québec
Mammouth – An Iconic Expert Trail
Saga – A Technical and Ambitious Black Trail
Farfadet – Precision and Meticulous Craftsmanship
Le Bouc – A Challenge Designed by Ben Bouchard and the SDM Team

More Than Moving Dirt: A Culture

Our trailbuilders do more than build trails. They pass on a culture, strengthen a community and create a lasting connection between the forest, the sport and the people. Thanks to them, SDM continues to evolve while remaining true to its values: quality, authenticity and passion.