About Us
What We Are
We are a cross-country (XC) mountain bike team in a cross-country mountain bike league. We ride single track trails, which can be smooth and grassy or rough and rocky. Some of the trails we ride have “smaller” features and challenges.
We are an inclusive team that likes to keep it fun. Performance training and racing is not for everyone. While we do have some athletes that are striving to win races and want to train as such (which we do), we will assess each athlete’s desires and challenge them accordingly.
We have a team of coaches that love to ride mountain bikes, have fun and laugh, and coach and mentor kids. We want to challenge each athlete to meet their goals.
What We Are Not
We are not a downhill or enduro race team, that “fly” down hills and “huck” off big jumps. We also do not focus on bike park skills (wheelies, jumps, etc.). NICA rules and requirements prohibit riding features over 18” off the ground during NICA activities (races and practices).
Team Leaders
Dedication. Expertise. Passion. And ALL VOLUNTEER!
SKC has a wonderful group of dedicated volunteer coaches and leaders. This group of talented individuals has a wealth of shared knowledge and experience, and the team is incredibly lucky to have all of them! Utilizing a collaborative approach, student athletes are able to learn from several different individuals, with strengths in a variety of areas. Throughout the season, team leaders will provide riders with the skills they need to achieve their goals. Education, safety, trail maintenance, team building and fun are all on the agenda and there's a place for every kind of rider.
