2026 Ciclismo Fall High School Mountain Bike Program


Grades 9-12; Coed

Program Info:

The Ciclismo Fall Mountain Bike Program is for high school athletes seeking mountain bike riding and racing experiences. While this program will run in tandem with the Colorado High School Cycling League, racing is not required. Our goal is to build a supportive and inclusive community around scholastic mountain bike athletes of all ability levels. Athletes receive the highest quality coaching, more ride time with peers, and foster a supportive team environment to build skills for lifelong riding with friends.

If you are interested in participating in the League’s racing calendar, practicing & competing on behalf of the four main area high schools: Rocky Mountain, Fossil Ridge, Fort Collins, Poudre, or others in Northern Colorado*, this program is for you!

*Student athletes attending a high school other than four main area schools noted, such as Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington or others in the area, must race in conjunction with one of the four main area schools which meets the league requirements based on their area map.

Program Schedule:

  • Fall session dates: August 8 - October 25, 2026

  • Three days per week: Tuesday*, Thursday & Saturday (practice days or supported events)

    • *For Tuesday practices held on Dirt Pile race days, athletes must independently register for the races to participate (the team will ride to the race venue together)

  • Tuesday/Thursday practices: 5:15-7:00pm

  • Saturday practices: 9:00am-noon (no practice on September 5-Labor Day weekend)

Colorado High School Cycling League Race Schedule:

  • August 30th - Frisco

  • September 12th - Steamboat Springs

  • September 27th - Eagle

  • October 10th - Nathrop

  • October 24-25th - State Championships, Glenwood Springs (qualification required)

Race Support Includes:

  • Coach support at the race

  • Tent with snacks and water

  • Warm-up and cool-down

  • Community Events

League & Event Requirements (for those racing):

  • You must register separately with the Colorado High School Cycling League and pay the applicable registration fee through them. To become a member of the league, the cost is $190.

  • Race entry fees, lodging and other costs are the responsibility of each athlete/family. Single races cost $85. The series race fee is $300 (4 race series).

Athletes must:

  • Have motivation to mountain bike with group of friends/teammates, based on the noted mileage and climbing

  • Have a mountain bike with at least 26” wheels, gears and handbrakes. It is your responsibility to ensure your athlete’s bike is safe and operable prior to the start of the program. If you or someone you know needs assistance getting a functioning bike, please reach out to ciclismo@sendtown.org and we'll try to help.

  • Have a safe, properly fitted helmet, gloves, eye protection and weather-appropriate clothing, including a raincoat and layers when appropriate + a way to carry these items as well as a spare tube, multi-tool and a pump or CO2.

  • Weather can be variable and it is critical that athletes have proper gear or they will not be able to ride.

  • Number one rule, Be Respectful to yourself, the environment, to other trail users, their peers, and coaches at all times, including in areas where groups congregate before and after practice.

  • Be attentive & respectful to the environment, other trail users, their peers, and coaches at all times, including in areas where groups congregate before and after practice

  • Be ready to have fun!

More Info:

  • Program Cost: $1,050 + processing fees per athlete (payment plan available within registration; scholarships available if you’re in need of financial assistance)

  • All athletes receive a credit for the Cuore team store to purchase a bronze high school jersey or equivalent, and can optionally purchase other team kit items (order deadline is June 22)

    • We recommend all athletes have both a well-fitting jersey and fresh bib/shorts each season

  • Program size: 60 athletes (before entering a waitlist while additional coaching staff is confirmed)

  • Rocky Mountain, Fossil Ridge, Fort Collins, Poudre and any other high school athletes interested in joining are welcome! 

    • We are authorized by Poudre School District to letter athletes for the four main high schools, following the Colorado High School Cycling League criteria.

Important Dates:

  • Registration deadline: June 15, 2026

  • All parent meeting to be scheduled

Please contact ciclismo@sendtown.org for questions.

REGISTRATION OPEN