The Edina Mountain Bike Team is a group of middle school and high school students looking to expand on their passion for mountain biking or try something new.  The team hosts a variety of training for athletes of all levels, from hard hill repeats and intervals to relaxed, social rides around town. We support competitive racers who are looking to take it to the next level as well as those looking for a chill, fun ride with their friends.

Edina offers an opportunity to earn a Varsity Letter. Each of our racers ride the trails and place individually, and every individual finish counts towards the team's overall score.  Male and female athletes are combined for an overall Team score.  Whether you're looking for a team or individual sport, cycling fits your interests.

​Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome! We are so excited to have you be a part of the Edina Mountain Bike team. As a new rider or parent, there can be so many questions when starting something new and while there are resources available on the website, as well as multiple coaches, fellow teammates, and friends you can turn to, here is a list of a few of the questions that might come up as you get started. ​
What is the Edina Mountain Bike team? ​
This is a co-ed school-sponsored sport. The practices and races are on single-track/dirt/off-road trails. While it is named “cycling”, the focused discipline is mountain biking. There is some riding on the road for training, but the majority of skill and racing is geared towards off-road biking. ​
When is the season?
The season starts after the July 4th holiday and runs through Mid-October.  Races typically start in late August.  See the race schedule on this webpage.
When and where do you practice? ​
Practices are typically held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings; the times are adjusted with the start of the school year and as daylight shortens in the fall. They are held at a local park and at a variety of trail locations twice during the week and usually once on the weekend. Riders are expected to attend as many practices as possible and while not mandatory, the more you participate the more you get out of it.
What do I need to participate?
A mountain bike that fits and is in working condition, a helmet, and some basic tools (refer to website under resources). Most importantly, a positive attitude and willingness to try something new and fun. ​
How big is the team, and is anyone cut or are there tryouts?
The team consists of a middle school team, grades 6-8, and a high school team, grades 9-12, from Edina.  The team will range in size from 80 to 120 riders! 120 is the max capacity due to required coach ratios and limits on group sizes on local trails. There are no tryouts and no cuts; everyone practices, and everyone has the opportunity to race in 1-5 races per season.
What is the cost? ​
In addition to the stated equipment above, there is a team fee that ranges each year, but is $165 for 2026. There is also a league registration fee ($125 for 2026) and a league race registration fee of $175 - $195 depending on when you register for races (tiered fee structure in 2026). In addition, a bike kit (this is a jersey, bike shorts) socks, gloves and extra apparel are available to purchase. If you choose to race, you need a bike jersey at a minimum. ​
What is the registration process? ​
 The league manages all registration for student athletes and coaches through a website called CCN.  All riders must be registered through CCN to be a part of the Minnesota Cycling Association, and this is arranged through the team.  The Edina team shares practice information and schedules through a free App called Stack Team App.
What are the races like and do I have to race? ​
Each team in the league will attend 5 races; the schedule with dates is located on the website. Some races are held out of town, there is some travel involved. Each rider/family is responsible for transporting themselves to the race.
Races occur over two days and the exact race-day schedule is TBD, but generally Middle School races on Saturdays, and High School races on Sundays. There are categories of races divided generally by age group and gender. Each rider will register for their category and plan to race at that day and time. 
Race weekends are filled with lots of activity, so it is encouraged to hang around and cheer on your fellow racers in a very festive environment.  It takes a village of volunteers to run the race events both for the team as well as the league. 
There are lots of opportunities to contribute to the team (bringing gear, food/snacks) and the league (volunteer as crossing guards, course clean-up, roving and race sweeps for example).
Anyone can race, and each rider receives individual points that contribute to a team total. There are individual and team awards for each race.
If you are on the team, you are asked to race two races, however it is encouraged that you sign up for all races!
​Similar to all sports, there is a spectrum of competitiveness among athletes. There are some on the team that work hard towards competition and others who are just out there to have fun and be a part of a team sport. Everyone is welcome!
How do I get started?
Reach out to the team director. Use the "Contact"  tab on this website
Get registered through CCN
Get your gear ready - bike, helmet, etc.
Show up to practices on time, ready to have fun and be a part of a growing, fun sport!
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