The Sneakers Motorcycle Club was formed in 1981 as a trail riding group in the Inyo and Mono County areas of California. Due to constant land closures by the Bureau of Land Management and the United States Forest Service, who wanted to categorize the trail rides as events, the Sneakers evolved into a Political Action organization. Monthly rides were hosted by individual members instead of the Sneakers.

The Sneakers Club provides hot dogs and drinks at each ride; Newsletters; T-shirts, Jerseys, etc. for sale; and organized opposition to continual land closures. All money is used to fight unwarranted closures.

Members who host a ride each month determine the location and suitability of the area for a trail ride. Each member is expected to ride with a buddy and they are responsible to each other. The trail is marked by each member waiting at every corner until the approaching rider waves the waiting rider on. Anyone wanting to join or participate in a member trail ride must be sponsored by an existing member.