RIPPERS & Grade school team registration and info
REGISTER YOUR RIPPER and GRADE SCHOOLER
Registration for the Spring 2023 RIPPERS and Grade School team is guided though our TeamSnap registration portal. The link below will take you to the registration form. The registration fee for the Spring Season is $100 per child. Please read the info below before registering.
Details
The Spring 2023 RIPPERS and Grade School MTB Team is organized and operated by Bikes Are The Answer. The team insurance, coach training and operations are managed entirely by Bikes Are The Answer.
Practice Days and Locations
The practices will be at the same time and location as the Inland Northwest Composite's Middle and High School team practices.
Feb 11 to Mar 11 are Saturdays only. Typically 9:00 AM to Noon but coaches update this based on weather and conditions.
March 12 to June 11,
Monday 5:30 to 7:00 - Camp Sekani
Wednesday 5:30 to 7:00 - Camp Sekani until May 3rd. May 3rd to Jun 30, riverside Wed races
Saturday 9:00 to noon - Typically at Riverside State Park
Requirements
Must have a functional mountain bike, helmet and be able to dress for a extended adventure in the weather (3 hrs on Saturday).
Must be able to ride a bike around Riverside and Beacon.
Older kids ride with their age groups. Fourth and Fifth graders typically do well in groups with coaches but younger kids may need to have a parent who is willing to help coach and ride with the team.
What to Expect
The grade school team will separate into pods so younger riders are challenged but not overwhelmed and the more experienced riders get the extended adventures they need to thrive.
We focus on fun and inclusion. There is an emphasis on skill development but it is delivered while riding, moving and having fun. Kids will be moving most of the practice.