The team is a member of the MCA https://minnesotacycling.org/ Some kids on the team race in grade-level MCA races and some just enjoy riding. Our coaches are certified through the MCA and foster the MCA mission of More Kids on Bikes.
No, you do not have to race but you do need to be a competent bike rider, everyone improves over the season.
Reach out to our team at WestonkaMTB@gmail.com for registration information and links. Race registrations are separate from the the team registration. The team registration will be available in April, race registration is open through August 1st.
We need parents to be involved, many become coaches in the MCA system - it is easy to do and that allows you to ride at practice. We also have a team tent and potluck at races so there is a need for all families to be involved.
See the Calendar page for more details
The season is from July 1 to MEA in October - Races are in August - October
The team is made up of 6th through 12th grade students.
No, we have kids from several school districts across the west metro.
We ride at singletracks near Mound on weekdays and tend to travel a bit further for variety and fun for weekend practices.
Yes, kids do play other sports at the same time without issues.
Please send an email to info@westonkamtb.com with questions