Stacking upcoming cycle
The Stacks blockchain operates in Stacking cycles, each lasting around 2 weeks. To participate in the upcoming cycle and earn Bitcoin rewards, users must delegate their STX before the new cycle begins. Leather shows countdowns and reminders for upcoming cycles so users never miss the opportunity to join a pool or start solo Stacking in time.
May 15, 2025
Stacks operates on a fixed cycle schedule, where each Stacking cycle lasts approximately two weeks. To earn Bitcoin rewards through Stacking, you must delegate or commit your STX before the next cycle begins.
Each cycle includes:
- A preparation window where new delegations are collected
- A locking period where STX is held and earns yield
- A reward distribution after each cycle completes Leather shows a countdown timer and highlights upcoming cycles in the interface. You’ll be notified in advance when it’s time to join, and can delegate STX with a few clicks.
To maximize your chances of being included, submit your delegation at least 1–2 blocks before the cycle rolls over.
Disclaimer
Leather does not set or control cycle timing. Users are responsible for ensuring timely delegation based on the Stacks protocol schedule.