See you soon!
A brief reminder that the next two weeks have important dates (and some REQUIRED events) for the beginning of our season! Please read on for a quick summary, and then head on over to TEAM SNAP to mark your availability/attendance!
Additionally, a final note that ALL REGISTRATION is due by July 1 at midnight - this includes all parts of the process (steps 1-4) listed here. If any part of registration is incomplete by our first practice, riders may not be able to participate (due to liability reasons) - thanks for your attention to this!
BIKE RODEO
Families and riders must attend ONE of our two pre-season team bike rodeos. Pick between this upcoming WEDNESDAY, June 28 or SUNDAY, July 9. Please mark your attendance in Team Snap!
Our pre-season Driftless Bike Rodeo is a fun, pre-season kick off event to help riders and families get prepared and excited for the upcoming season! Student-athletes and at least one family member should plan to attend ONE of the two events that are being offered. BRING YOUR BIKE AND HELMET!
This is an open-house style event, and families can arrive anytime between 5-6 p.m.; we expect the full rotation (visiting all stations) to take approximately one hour.
Families will begin by checking in at our Driftless MTB tent to pick up their rider packet and materials, along with a station checklist. They will then visit each station (in whatever order works best for them).
Stations include…
BIKE CHECK – Get your ride dialed (small adjustments and a safety check) with a Trek Bikes mechanic!
GEAR GUIDE – Check out our recommendations for both essential and optional gear to bring with you on the trail
HELMET FIT – A NICA coach will check your helmet to make sure it is properly fit
RIDER & FAMILY AGREEMENT + Q&A – Check in with a Team Director to review the rider/family agreement and ask questions about the team, expectations, practices, schedules, etc. – review your Pit Zone status
TEAM SNAP & COMMUNICATIONS – Check in with a coach to learn how to navigate TeamSnap and learn about our communications systems.
PROGRAMS STATION – From races to adventure rides to GRiT - we’ll cover the basics of all our program opportunities!
TEAM PARTNERS – Representatives from Blackhawk Ski Club, Capital Off-road Pathfinders, and CXC Center for Outdoor Excellence will be present to chat with families about their programs, venues, and their work within the MTB community!
NEW RIDER PRACTICE
All riders who are new to Driftless MTB for the 2023 season must attend our NEW RIDER PRACTICE on July 6th at the Blackhawk West Chalet! See our CALENDAR and TeamSnap for more info.
FIRST PRACTICE for 2023
We’re kicking things off on July 11 - be sure to check TeamSnap for your practice location and time!
FOR COACHES
Coaches, remember that we have a few extra final pre-season events for you. Please make note of the following:
Join COACH OFFICE HOURS specifically for Pit Zone and coach course help, Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. - drop in when you can!
We could use your help at our BIKE RODEOS (see above!) Please let us know if you can assist. Email Em at waunakee@driftlessmtb.org
Get to know the Cross Plains Trails this THURSDAY with a crew of Driftless coaches - an informal ride starting at 6 p.m. at Park Elementary school
For ALL of the above events, please check TeamSnap or the Driftless calendar for more details and info!
