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What to Expect When Particapting on a Team

Whether a newcomer or a returning member, below, you'll find all the key information you need to have a sucessful season.  

The
Season

Season Duration 

  • December through early June

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Practices Beginning in December

  • Each team sets their own practice schedules.  However, it usually includes a Tuesday or Thursday evening practice, as well as a Saturday or Sunday team ride. 

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Practice Locations

  • Brumley Forest Nature Preserve, Little River, Carolina North, Lake Crabtree, Rock Quarry Park (and maybe others!)

 

Other events and activities

  • Race/Adventure weekends (March-June)

  • Trail Days

  • Bike maintenance days

Gear
Requirements

Requirements

  • Helmet

  • Bikes - must have knobby tires at least 1.75 inches wide and at least

  • 26 inch wheels in diameter; front suspension strongly recommended

  • Water bottle and cage, and/or hydropack; and snack

  • Lights (front & rear)

  • A way to transport the bike

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Recommended

  • Flat tire change kit (spare tube, tire levers, pump, CO2, or patch kit)

  • Gloves

  • Padded biking shorts

Student Athlete 
Code of Conduct

Be Safe

  • Always wear a helmet.

  • Be prepared with a working bike

Be Responsible

  • Be prepared with the water, food, and appropriate clothing

  • Be accountable for your actions and choices

Be Respectful

  • Respect coaches, teammates, competitors, trail users, and other community members.

  • Be inclusive and welcoming to your teammates.

  • Move aside to allow others to pass you safely and announce your passing.

  • Leave no trace or trash on the trail.

Parent
Expections

Our program is about fostering a sense of
independence. Please help us reinforce this
message:

  • No helmet, no water, means no practice!

  • RSVP for practice using  Team app

  • Drop-off and pick-up on time

  • Please consider becoming a coach or volunteering in other ways. It is fun and  super helpful to allow us to maintain the necessary student-athlete/coach ratios

Races 

  • Races are held on Sundays, with courses open to pre-rides on Saturday. Usually on-site camping is available.

  • Race are staged throughout the state 

  • Racing is completely optional!  You don’t need to race to participate in pre-ride

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