Participation Requirements
Participation Requirements
We are here to have fun, ride, race, and include value for everyone. The team philosophy is fun first with our central goal of student athletes developing a strong mind, body, and character through mountain biking. There are no tryouts, everyone rides during practice regardless of ability and or skill level. Racing is optional and not required to join the team.
If you need equipment or a bike, please let us know as soon as possible. The league has a loaner bike program for those that qualify, and the team has been able to offer scholarships locally to several families to help with registration and race fees. We want to get as many student athletes as possible on bikes, so please feel free to ask.
All team members are required to
Pay Each Individual Team Fee. ($175)
Pay and Register with the Georgia Cycling Association. ($205, plus any race fees, if applicable)
Submit all sign-up forms, signed by a parent or legal guardian. (Completed during rider registration with GCA)
Medical Release
Code of conduct
Liability waiver
Join the applicable Team Communication Platform (TBD by each team)
It is also highly recommended that all student athletes have a sports physical prior to the first practice
Equipment requirements
Certified bicycle helmet (Skateboard style and full-face helmets are not allowed)
A Mountain bike in serviceable condition that can handle rigors of riding two to three times a week
Bike tires must have knobby tires, no slick or street tires
Front and rear brakes
At least a 9-speed geared bike
Closed toe shoes. (Hard Sole and Hard Toe preferred)
Spare tube/s carried on the bike or in a pack for every practice.
Pump/CO2 cartridges carried on the bike or in a pack for every practice.
Water, either in a cycling bottle or worn in a Hydration style pack.