RACES

How long is the race season? 

The first race is typically held in late August. The last race, and State Championship, is typically held in early October at Bogus Basin. See TeamSnap calendar for all races.

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How many races are there and where are they located?

The league hosts seven (7) races. The C4 Bike Team will participate in the five (5) races listed below. Visit the League's Race Series webpage for more information about individual race dates and locations.

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• Race #1 - Grand Targhee on August 16, 2025

• Race #2 - Brundage on September 6, 2025

• Race #3 - Soldier Mountain on September 13, 2025

• Race #4 - Jug Mountain on September 27, 2025

• Race #5 - Bogus Basin State Championships on October 4, 2025

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​Do team members have to race?

No. There is no requirement to race and no pressure from the team to race. However, we do find that most team members - even those who thought they weren't interested in racing - end up racing and loving it!

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Who do team members race against?

For the most part, other riders in the same grade and of the same sex. Grades 6th through 9th race against other kids in the same grade (6th graders against 6th graders, etc.) Grades 10th through 12th are placed into categories based on their abilities (Varsity, JV1, and JV2).

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How long is each race?

Races vary in length depending on the age and category placement of the rider. A typical lap is 4 to 6 miles and 600 to 800 vertical feet. Grades 6th through 8th ride one (1) lap while riders in Freshman, JV1, and JV2 categories ride two (2) laps. Varsity riders ride three (3) laps. Riders are typically organized in four (4) waves featuring a total of at least 17 races.

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Does attending races take the entire weekend?

In some instances, yes. Out-of-town travel is required for all races except Bogus Basin. There are pre-ride opportunities the Friday before race day, and pre-race warmups can start as early as 6 am on Saturday morning. Races and award ceremonies happen throughout the Saturday race day, usually culminating around 4 pm.

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What is the Pre-Ride?

The pre-ride is a regularly scheduled practice ride on the race course that takes place on the same weekend as the race. Pre-rides take place at designated times Friday afternoon and evening as well as early Saturday morning before races start. Riders must have their number plates attached to their bikes for the pre-ride.

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Do team members need to leave school early on Friday for race weekends?

We leave that decision up to the individual team members and their families. Although pre-riding the course is an important component to safety, familiarity, and comfort on race day, team members have the option to pre-ride the course early Saturday morning.

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Does the team provide travel to team members for race weekends?

No, the team does not provide travel nor does the team travel together. However, the team does provide travel information ahead of race weekends. If needed, we encourage team members and families to coordinate carpooling.

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Does the team organize lodging accommodations and meals for race weekends?

Race weekends are an opportunity for riders and their families to camp as a team. Our coaches arrive early to each race location to secure the campsite(s). Team members or families who do not wish to camp are responsible for their own lodging.  A team dinner is held in the team camp on Friday night for riders and their families.  Race day lunch and snacks are also provided for riders and families on Saturday.​