RIDE
Getting Started...
How and When do team members register?
Registration opens each year on April 1 and NICA uses a website, known as Pit Zone, for both league and race registrations. In early April, you will receive an email invitation from the league with a link to register through the Pit Zone. We encourage all team members to complete their registration no later than June 1 so that we can prepare for the season. New riders, please submit an Interest Form and team admin will send you an invitation email to register. If you need help navigating the Pit Zone or have questions about registering through the Pit Zone, check out this helpful NICA Pit Zone FAQs webpage.
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It's after June 1 - can new team members still register and participate with the team?
Yes, you can register until June 30, 2025. After that date, you will need to contact the Team Director at c4biketeam@gmail.com.
Participation and Fees
Who can participate?
Participation is open to boys and girls in grades 6th - 12th who reside in the Treasure Valley. We welcome riders from public schools, charter schools, private schools, and homeschoolers. Team members need a bike, a helmet, appropriate clothing, and a water bottle or hydration pack. Gloves, pads, and eyewear are not required. If you do not have a bike, the C4 team may be able to provide one to you for the season. Please contact the Team Director with questions at c4biketeam@gmail.com.
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Are there participation fees?
Membership Fee (required); all student-athletes $160.00 (IICL) + $40.00 (NICA)
Students cannot participate in any league-sanctioned events (including team practices) without first registering with the Idaho Interscholastic Cycling League (IICL) and paying the non-refundable membership fee. Fees for races, camps, and other league events are paid separately. IICL and NICA fees (along with race fees) are collected in the Pit Zone registration process. An invite will be sent to you once the Interest Form is submitted.
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Race Fees (required, if student wants to race); purchase a race season pass or purchase individual races
Students must pay to participate in races. Season Pass (optional): High School: $150.00 / Middle School: $125.00
Season passes will be available in July and cover registration fees for 5 races. Purchasing a Season Pass rather than paying for individual races will save you $125 to $150.
Individual Race Registration is available after July (optional): $50 per race - ONLY REQUIRED IF SEASON PASS WAS NOT PURCHASED.
After Season Pass sales end, individual race entry fees will be available for the remainder of the season. Individual race fees can be purchased from August to October and subject to individual race registration deadlines. Online registration closes the Monday prior to each race at midnight. There is NO ONSITE registration at the races!!
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Other Fees
Other possible costs include your bike maintenance, appropriate bike clothing, and travel expenses for race weekends.
Safety
Is mountain biking dangerous?
Every sport has the potential for injuries. When youth are properly taught how to ride a mountain bike, injuries are rare and usually minor. Our coaches are trained not only in coaching biking fundamentals, but also in Wilderness First Aid, CPR, and concussion management so they know how to recognize and deal with injuries should one occur. If an injury were to occur at practice or in a race, the league provides a supplemental insurance to cover any costs not covered by primary insurance. For specific information about concussions, please visit the league's IICL Concussion Protocol webpage.
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How do I learn to ride trails safely?
All riders will learn proper bike handling skills, the fundamentals of safely riding a bike before we head to the trails, bike path etiquette, and NICA conduct and safety standards for race days. The NICA Parent Guide: Riding Tips for New Riders is a great resource for those new to the sport.