DIRT TEAM
We are proud to offer training and coaching for enduro, cross country and cyclocross racing for kids and youth, in order for participants to race in the Island Cup Series, other local races and Cross on the Rock Series.
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How will the rides differ from our normal programs? First off, rides will be a bit longer - at least 2+ hours as the weather improves. We will be doing some more specific advanced skill work, such as cornering drills, learning how to pick the fastest lines, smooth technical riding, and video analysis of each rider.
We will also be doing some simulated racing with timed sections. There will be more climbing (which allows us to do more downhill!), and we will do interval training, which involves repeating some fast riding with rest periods in between. Fitness development is important - all Enduro and Downhill racers have a major component of fitness training in their schedules.
DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Due to the interest in our Race Team by younger riders, we will add a Development group component to the team. This Development group will participate in the same camps and weekly Sunday rides but we will split into ride level groups. Interested riders must already ride with one of our Dirt Groms groups or demonstrate similar levels. This group is for those that show a strong dedication to their riding and would be interested in racing now or in the near future. Bike Requirements: Full suspension for 26", 27.5" or 29" wheel, 24" hardtail with a dropper post, 20" hardtail. If you are unsure if your child or youth would be a good fit, please check with Michele or Alan.
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NEW FOR 2025: ELITE TEAM - BY INVITATION ONLY
Training starts January 12, 2025 Email Michele for more info.​​​​
JOIN OUR RACE TEAM FOR 2025!
Note: Registration for the race team is due on or before February 1st, 2025,
The Race Fee includes:
1. Spring Break Camp: March 24 Mt. Tzouhalem; March 25 Jordie Lunn;
March 26, 27 Mt. Tzouhalem
2. Summer camp June 27 (Mt. Benson), July 1 Mt. Tzouhalem, July 2 Jordie Lunn,
July 3 Maple Mountain & July 4 Mt. Tzouhalem.
3. Sunday/Saturday rides - April 5 to June 15, 2025 (See schedule below)
4. Prerides of race courses - See schedule below
5. Race Team jersey and Team Socks
6. Coaches available at all Enduro races and some XC.
Extras: Guest appearances on the rides by competitive and pro riders;
Mechanical lessons on basic bike maintenance;
Field Trips to other mountain bike destinations on the Island to preride courses and extra training.
$975 + $48.85 GST per season = $1,023.75
Monthly Payment Option: February 1 $260; March 1 $260; April 1 $260; May 1 $243.75
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RACE SCHEDULE FOR 2025
Enduro Series: April 20th Mt. Tzouhalem; May 4th Hammerfest; June 8th Forbidden;
June 29th Mt. Benson; July 13th Powell River; August 10th Hartland
Cross Country Series: March 30th Jordie Lunn; April 6th Campbell River; April 12th Cumberland;
April 27th Cobble Hill (all team members must race or volunteer as this race is sponsored
by Dirt Groms and Cycle Therapy; May 25th Hammerfest; June 22nd Hartland
Please go to the website islandcupseries.com for more information on the races.
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CURRENT SCHEDULE
Rides are 9:30 am to 11:30 am except race days/prerides/camps
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SUNDAY May 4th: HAMMERFEST ENDURO RACE DAY
SUNDAY May 11th: Mt. Tzouhalem - Kaspa Road
NO RIDE MAY 18TH
SUNDAY May 25th: Mt. Tzouhalem - Kaspa Road Hammerfest XC Race
SUNDAY June 1st: Forbidden Enduro Preride 9:30 am to ~ 12:30 pm Bring lunch and bathing suit and towels. Fantastic swimming spot for after the ride.
SUNDAY June 8th: FORBIDDEN ENDURO RACE DAY
SUNDAY June 15th: Mt. Tzouhalem - Kaspa Road
SUNDAY June 22nd: Hartland XC - please let me know if your child is racing
Camp Day 1: FRIDAY June 27th: Mt. BENSON, Nanaimo Preride 9:30 to ~ 12:30 pm Bring lunch.
SUNDAY June 29th: GNARNAIMO ENDURO (MT. BENSON) NANAIMO RACE DAY
Camp Day 2: TUESDAY July 1st: Drop off Mt. Tzouhalem - Kaspa Road; Pick up AGT on Nevilane 9:30 to 12:30 pm
Camp Day 3: WEDNESDAY July 2nd: Jordie Lunn Bike Park 9:30 to 12:30 pm Bring lunch
Camp Day 4: THURSDAY July 3rd: Maple Mountain 9:30 to 12:30 pm
Camp Day 5: FRIDAY July 4th: Drop off Mt. Tzouhalem - Kaspa Road; Pick up AGT on Nevilane 9:30 to 12:30 pm Pizza lunch day!
FRIDAY JULY 11TH TO SUNDAY JULY 13TH - POWELL RIVER ENDURO - Preride on Friday and if needed Saturday morning. Race is on Sunday. Want to camp this weekend - email Michele for info on our private camping spot.
SUNDAY JULY 20TH: Hartland Enduro Preride
SUNDAY AUGUST 10TH: HARTLAND ENDURO RACE DAY​​​​​​​