// GET STARTED
// ENTERING A TEAM
Teams are scored by the posted points system. There is NO team fee. Riders must enter their team name in Bike Reg when registering. NEW teams should contact brian@vahs-sports.com to us know about the new team to ensure we score the new team. There is NO team fee.
Teams must wear matching jerseys in races. These do not need to be custom-made jerseys; they can simply be the same color and design.
// ENTERING AS AN INDIVIDUAL
You can race as an individual, and you will be scored with the individual rankings. All riders (individual & team) must register individually in BikeReg.
Register on BikeReg for Season Pass.
All riders need a USA Cycling Junior RACE MEMBERSHIP ($30 for VAHS Racers).
Go to usacycling.org to sign up.
Select Junior Race License ($40)
Use Discount Code: TEAMVAHS for $10-off discount
Purchase USA Cycling Junior license before first race on April 13.
Have parent/guardian sign USA Cycling Release form in Bike Reg during registration.
// JOINING AN EXISTING TEAM
To join an existing team, you must either attend one of the schools already part of the VAHS MTB Series or join one of the composite teams based in your region. Please see our team page if you’d like to contact one of the schools or composite teams in your area.
NEW TO RACING?
We want you to race and make it simple for you to get started. First, check out our Schedule and select the event or events you wish to attend. Follow steps listed above to register, buy USAC license, and sign release form. This can all be done on sight on race day, but it is preferred that you pre-register.
Here’s a list of things you will need for race day:
Mountain Bike
Helmet
A Racing License ($30 at usacycling.org with code: TEAMVAHS)
A number plate
A completed USA Cycling release form. It is that simple to get started!
// FAQ
My school doesn’t have a team, but I love to ride. Can I race in the series?
Yes. VAHS MTB is open to ANY high school, middle school, or elementary school student who wants to race. You do not need a team to participate.
What do I need?
A mountain bike, helmet, USA Cycling License, and a waiver that has been signed by your parent or guardian.
How much does it cost?
The VAHS MTB Series’ goal is to provide high-level and big-production races exclusively to junior racers at a reasonable cost.
Entry is $195.00 for Season Pass* (ALL 4 RACES, VAHS T-Shirt & decal, USA Cycling Membership)
With a season pass, you get a free VAHS MTB t-shirt.
*Note price increases to $235 for season pass after February 15 and $255 after March 15. Don't wait until the last minute to register!
Is there financial aid and how do I apply for it?
Yes, VAHS offers financial aid for the Season Pass. Please email peter@vahs-sports.com with financial aid request.
What category should I race?
Typically, you will race in the category that matches your age and grade. However, you may decide to race up a category depending on your ability and fitness levels. You are not allowed to race down a category. Returning JV riders who finished in the top 15% of overall 2023 Season Standings or earned a top-10 result at any of the races are strongly encouraged to upgrade to Varsity in 2024.
Can I register for a single race?
Only Season Passes are available. You can race in as many races as you’d like, but you need a Season Pass to participate.
Can I make a composite team with friends from other high schools and compete in the team series?
Yes. If your school does not have a team and your friends’ schools do not have teams, you may make a composite team. This kind of team may represent a school county, school club, or anything else you come up with to represent the group of riders in a specific geographic area. There is a likely a team in your area already. Check team page.
Can elementary school middle school students compete?
Yes, elementary school and middle school students may compete in the series. Race categories include: Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School A & B, Freshman, JV, Varsity.
Are boys and girls scored separately?
Yes, boys and girls will be scored separately for both the individual and team competition. There is an Overall Team competition for the series that includes JV & Varsity points of both boys and girls. Each category has a separate team competition as well. (For example, there will be Varsity Boys competition, JV Girls competition, etc.)
Are co-ed teams allowed?
Yes, co-ed teams are encouraged and are the best way to win the Overall Team competition.
Are there prizes?
Prizes will be awarded to the top-3 finishers in each category. Individual points leaders will receive leader’s jersey, which they must wear in races.
Do I need to attend all 4 races to compete in the individual points race?
No. Points will be cumulative, so it is to your advantage to race in as many races as possible.
Does a team need to compete in all 4 events to compete for team title?
No, but missing a race will likely prevent a team from being competitive in team competition as points are cumulative.
I am out of high school. May I still race?
Sorry, the series is for current high school, middle school, and elementary school students only.
I am home schooled. Can I race?
Yes.
Do I get a race T-Shirt with the cool VAHS MTB logo?
Limited-edition Cutaway VAHS MTB race t-shirts and decal packs are included with the season pass..
I noticed that 3 of the races are held at private high schools. Is this a prep school league? Can public school students participate?
VAHS MTB is USA Cycling-Sanctioned event. The series is open to ALL elementary, middle, and high school students–public schools, home schooled, and private schools. It is NOT a prep-school league. Three races are held at private schools because these schools have awesome trails and are open to hosting big events on their campuses.