Race Series
One of the great things about a NICA League, which separates us from other youth cycling development programs, is we produce our own youth-specific events. This means we pick out race venues and work directly with landowners and managers to produce the highest quality youth development race courses and events. The kids get a stage of their own, away from adult competitions and we strive for safety and fun above all other factors.
We are so excited to be partnering with these various landowners and managers at all of these venues represent some of the best riding, camping, and beauty Southern Nevada is known for. Additionally, all of these venues have made a significant commitment to the sport of mountain biking as they all have invested in a purpose-built trail system specifically engineered to accommodate beginner to advanced riders.
NICA Handbook – Rules & Guidelines
2023 SPRING RACE SERIES
Race Details
Date: February 25th, 2023
Location: Logandale, NV
Overview: The Moapa Valley Madness course starts with a gradual climb to the top of the course. It then points downhill with fast flowing downhill and short punchy climbs. Then, after over a mile of gradual descent you'll have a longer climb up the road crossing. Next up is the downhill berm section, called the ribcage. Up another short climb then down a short flowy descent and on to the slot canyon. When the canyon opens up, you'll take the dirt road back to the finish line.
Race Resources Race Flyer: Moapa Valley Madness
Race Course: Moapa Valley Madness
Volunteer Opportunities: Click HERE to Volunteer - Team Ratio Requirement 1:6
Staging and Call-Ups: LINK (AVAILABLE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH RACE)
Race Results: Moapa Valley Madness Race Results
Race Pictures: Moapa Valley Madness Pictures
Additional REQUIRED Waivers/Documents: None
Race Details
Date: March 11th, 2023
Location: Bootleg Canyon MTB Park, Boulder City, NV
Overview: Bootleg Canyon starts with a challenging uphill climb to the top of the course sure to set your legs on fire! Followed by a fun, fast and flowing single track descent into the valley, you’ll get back on the pedals working the ups and downs back toward the finish line. Both Middle and High school student-athletes will be challenged on the same 3.2 mile course with approximately 315’ of climbing per lap.
Race Resources
Race Flyer: Battle at Bootleg Race Flyer
Race Course: Battle at Bootleg Strava Route
Staging and Call-Ups: LINK (AVAILABLE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH RACE)
Race Results: Battle at Bootleg Race Results
Pictures: Battle at Bootleg Pictures
Volunteer Opportunities: Click HERE to Volunteer - Team Ratio Requirement 1:6
Additional REQUIRED Waivers/Documents: ***ADDITIONAL WAIVERS ARE REQUIRED*** Check in with the Registration Tent to sign the Bootleg Canyon Participation Waiver.
Race Details: Date April 1st, 2023
Location: Spicer Ranch, Beatty, NV
Overview: Spicer Ranch showcases a fun mix of rocky climbs, grass pastures and smooth flowing singletrack. Riding across pastures, around ponds, challenging uphill, and fun descents. This venue starts the season off on the right foot, and allows each racer to finish strong while having a great time. High school student-athletes will be challenged on the same 4 mile course as last year with approximately 450’ of climbing per lap. Middle School will experience a new shorter course with multiple lap counts. More to come.
Race Resources
Race Flyer: Spicer Ranch Roundup Race Flyer
Race Course: Spicer Ranch Roundup HS Strava Route
Race Course: Spicer Ranch Roundup MS Strava Route
Volunteer Opportunities: Click HERE to Volunteer - Team Ratio Requirement 1:6
Staging and Call-Ups: LINK (AVAILABLE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH RACE)
Race Results: Spicer Ranch Round Up Race Results
Race Pictures: Spicer Ranch Round Up Pictures
Additional REQUIRED Waivers/Documents: None
Race Details
Date: April 22nd, 2023
Location: Caliente, NV
Overview: The Redemption Loop at Kershaw-Ryan State Park is the course set for the Caliente Crusher. With a sizable uphill start, you quickly find yourself positioning into a single file to breeze down the nearly 3 miles of gradual slalom like descent. At the bottom, you're met with soft soils and pinion pines while you work your way back toward the last mile of a challenging uphill. Both Middle and High school student-athletes will take on the same 5.5 mile course with approximately 600’ of climbing per lap.
Race Resources
Race Flyer: Caliente Crusher Race Flyer
Race Course: Caliente Crusher Strava Course
Volunteer Opportunities: Click HERE to Volunteer - Team Ratio Requirement 1:6
Staging and Call-Ups: LINK (AVAILABLE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH RACE)
Race Results: Caliente Crusher Race Results
Race Pictures: Caliente Crusher Pictures
Additional REQUIRED Waivers/Documents: None
Race Details
Date: May 6th, 2023 (Tentative)
Location: Sawmill Trailhead, Spring Mountains, Las Vegas, NV
Overview: The Sawmill Challenge weaves through pinyons and junipers and plenty of wildflowers at an elevation of 7,591 feet. This course will put your fitness level to the test. Both Middle and High school student-athletes will be challenged on the same 2.1 mile course with approximately 319’ of climbing per lap.
Race Resources
Race Flyer: Sawmill Challenge Race Flyer
Race Course: Sawmill Challenge Strava Route
Volunteer Opportunities: Click HERE to Volunteer - Team Ratio Requirement 1:6
Staging and Call-Ups: LINK (AVAILABLE WEEK PRIOR TO EACH RACE)
Race Results: Sawmill Challenge Race Results
Race Pictures: Sawmill Challenge Race Pictures
Additional REQUIRED Waivers/Documents: None