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Spring 2024 Informational Meeting
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 30th 6pm - 7pm
Location: Aspen Room at P.S. Miller Park (The MAC)
Come join us and learn more about The Crankers and our Spring & Summer programs!
We will be talking about who we are as a team, what our programs entail, what equipment you will need to participate in our programs, and more. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you are planning on attending, please follow the sign up link below!
Location: Aspen Room at P.S. Miller Park (The MAC)
Come join us and learn more about The Crankers and our Spring & Summer programs!
We will be talking about who we are as a team, what our programs entail, what equipment you will need to participate in our programs, and more. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you are planning on attending, please follow the sign up link below!
Skills Camp 101: Spring 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, May 18th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All current Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All current Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Skills Camp 202: Spring 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, May 18th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers to Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers to Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Skills Camp 303: Spring 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, May 18th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of Skills Camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of Skills Camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL MAY 17TH
Skills Camp 101: Summer 2024 OPtion
Date & Time: Saturday, June 8th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All existing Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All existing Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
Skills Camp 202: Summer 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, June 8th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers upon Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers upon Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
Skills Camp 303: Summer 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, June 8th 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of skills camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of skills camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 7TH
2024 Summer Session
Start Date: Monday, June 17th
End Date: Thursday, July 25th
Practices:
Mondays at Rhyolite Regional Park: 7:30am-9:20am
Tuesdays & Thursdays at The Mac Center: 6pm-7:50pm
There will be NO practice the week of July 4th!
*You must be going INTO 6th grade in the Fall or older & have completed Skills Camp 101 to register for this program*
Registration Cost: $250
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 16TH
End Date: Thursday, July 25th
Practices:
Mondays at Rhyolite Regional Park: 7:30am-9:20am
Tuesdays & Thursdays at The Mac Center: 6pm-7:50pm
There will be NO practice the week of July 4th!
*You must be going INTO 6th grade in the Fall or older & have completed Skills Camp 101 to register for this program*
Registration Cost: $250
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 16TH
Skills Camp for parents & ride leaders
Date & Time: Saturday, June 22nd 9am - 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information:
This will be an "on the bike" skills camp where parents will learn the techniques that we will teach all riders, including: bike fit, neutral/attack position, braking, cornering, climbing. This will raise your confidence, competence, and safety on the trail. It will also be a foundation that can be shared and practiced with young riders. In addition to basic skills, we will discuss how to coach young riders through their development and inspire greater performance without adding pressure.We will conclude our session with a picnic lunch.
Registration Cost: $20
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 2OTH
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information:
This will be an "on the bike" skills camp where parents will learn the techniques that we will teach all riders, including: bike fit, neutral/attack position, braking, cornering, climbing. This will raise your confidence, competence, and safety on the trail. It will also be a foundation that can be shared and practiced with young riders. In addition to basic skills, we will discuss how to coach young riders through their development and inspire greater performance without adding pressure.We will conclude our session with a picnic lunch.
Registration Cost: $20
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 2OTH
Skills Camp 101: Fall 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, August 3rd 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All existing Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: Learn basic bike fit, braking, shifting, cornering, neutral/attack positions, and climbing tips.
Skills Camp 101 is a required course for Summer Sessions and Fall Race season.
All existing Cranker riders DO NOT need to take Skills Camp 1 this year.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
Skills Camp 202: Fall 2024 Option
Date & Time: Saturday, August 3rd 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers upon Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: This course adds layers upon Skills Camp 101. You will learn: Advanced body position, Advanced Braking, Advanced Cornering, Advanced climbing, Drops, and foundation to jumping.
(Skills Camp 101 is required to enroll in Skills Camp 202).
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
Skills Camp 303: Fall 2024 OPtion
Date & Time: Saturday, August 3rd 9am – 12pm
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of skills camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
Location: Rhyolite Regional Bike Park
Information: In this 3-hour camp, we will build upon the progression of skills camp 202 focusing entirely on jumping skills. The prerequisites: Riders must have completed skills camps 101 and 202. In addition, riders must have a solid command of the following skills:
1. Body positions,
2. Weight transfer skills,
3. The ability to unweight the bike on flat ground (Front tire minimum, “bunny hop” preferred but not required).
Not all bikes are designed for jumping. A basic bike check will be performed before the camp. If minimum skills are not met, participation may be limited. Camp is limited to 20 riders.
Registration Cost: $100
REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 2ND
High School Season Registration Information
Please note that after you submit your registration for the HS season and made your payment,
there are other items for you to do. We’ve outlined them here for your convenience.
1. REGISTER YOUR RIDER WITH THE LEAGUE
This is separate from the Castle Rock Crankers' team registration.
The League is the larger governing organization that our high school team is a part of. Please follow the link below:
there are other items for you to do. We’ve outlined them here for your convenience.
1. REGISTER YOUR RIDER WITH THE LEAGUE
This is separate from the Castle Rock Crankers' team registration.
The League is the larger governing organization that our high school team is a part of. Please follow the link below:
Step 1: Select Student Athlete
Step 2: Pick Team (Castle View, Douglas County, or Renaissance)
Step 3: Log In (Returning Riders use existing account, and new riders create a new account)
Step 4: Use Team Passcode to register (The Passcode is in your Crankers' Welcome email)
Once you are logged in, it’s very easy! Just follow the prompts, fill out the forms, and pay your fees. You will need your insurance info, a credit card, and 5 minutes of your time.
The total fee for the season is $170, plus $75 per race. Note that you do not have to pay for the races until a week before the race, but you are welcome to pay for any and all races all at once, if you’d like. Just be sure to come back to the league website at least 7 days ahead of the race to register — there is no onsite race registration
2. CONNECT WITH US ON TEAMSNAP
One of the most important tools that we use as a team to communicate practice times, cancellations, races, gatherings, etc., is an app called “TeamSnap.” You may already be familiar with it, if you have been involved in other sports teams. You will be invited to join the team’s account once we have received your registration.
ADDITIONAL HELPFUL TIDBITS
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Practices start in August. ALWAYS be ten minutes early! Practice times and dates will be available within TeamSnap. If you are joining the team later in August, please just look at the TeamSnap schedule to know when and where to meet the team.
If you are racing at any of the 5 races (4 races + state championship), it is highly advised that you secure accommodations as soon as possible. Racing is not required. You MUST register for a race 7 days in advance, or you will not be able to race! There is no onsite registration. Links to the race flyers are available at www.coloradomtb.org, but are linked directly below for your convenience. Print them all off, and put them in your car! Directions and other key details such as race times are included. (coming soon) |
Race #1: Sunday, August 25th, 2024
Leadville, CO Race #2: Saturday, September 7th, 2024 Eagle, CO Race #3: Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 Colorado Springs, CO Race #4: Saturday, October 5th, 2024 Fruita, CO State Championships: October 19-20th, 2024 Glenwood Springs, CO (qualification required to race, but all are encouraged to come!) |
For more information about the High School Fall Season, please follow the link below!