Rider Requirements

Equipment, Practices & Expectations

Equipment

Mountain Bike

Outfitted with:

  • 26 to 29-inch wheels
  • Tires at least 1.75 inches wide
  • Knobby tires (no slick tires permitted) 
  • Multiple gears with at least 5 cogs in the rear
  • Fully operational front and rear brakes
  • Front or full-suspension recommended 

Helmet

A properly fitted helmet with little to no side-to-side or front-to-back movement and free from cracks or dents.


Straps should be adjusted so that when fastened, only two fingers can fit between the strap and chin. Full-face helmets are not allowed.

Tool Bag

Riders will only be allowed to ride if they have a tool bag on their bike or in a backpack containing at least the following items:

  • Spare tube
  • Tire levers
  • Multi-tool
  • Quick link
  • Chain lube (not required on the bike)
  • Mini hand pump (not all are created equal) or CO2 cartridge and valve
  • Patch kit

Clothing & Shoes

Riders are required to wear matching team gear during races. Riders are encouraged to wear clothing appropriate for the conditions and closed-toe shoes that will adequately protect the rider.

*We are encouraging (but not requiring) high school riders to have their own heart-rate monitor.

Food & Water

Each rider will need to carry the appropriate amount of snacks and water for the conditions and distance we will be practicing. Food and water is provided on race day, but not for practices.

Riders who show up to practice without water will not be allowed to ride.

Repair Skills

Riders must be able to repair their own flat tires and minor mechanical problems during a race. If a rider receives outside assistance or tools during a race they’ll be assessed a 5-minute penalty to their finish time for each occurrence.

high school Practice Requirements

Being part of the Wasatch High School Team means showing up for one another. We build strength, skill, and unity by training together consistently throughout the season.


High School practices are held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings from mid-June through October.


To help everyone grow and succeed, we require a minimum of 60% attendance across the full season.


Consistent participation ensures athletes are prepared, progressing safely, and contributing to the strength of the team. Athletes who fall below the attendance requirement during the season will become ineligible to race.


Trail Stewardship

As part of our commitment to the trails we ride, the team will participate in three trail maintenance evenings during the summer. These will take the place of a regular Thursday practice and are an important part of being a Wasatch rider.


When we show up for practice, for races, and for each other, we become stronger together.

Devo Practice Requirements

DEVO practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from mid-June through September.


To be eligible to race, DEVO riders are expected to attend at least 50% of practices throughout the season.


Consistent attendance helps riders:

  • Build confidence and friendships
  • Develop fundamental skills and fitness
  • Learn race-day structure and expectations
  • Grow as part of a supportive team environment

When riders attend regularly, they develop the skills, preparation, and confidence needed to participate safely in races.

Together We Climb

We are committed to supporting one another — at practice, on race day, and beyond the trail. When we train together, cheer for each other, and show up consistently, we become stronger as a team.


Being part of Wasatch means:


  • Showing respect to coaches, teammates, parents, volunteers, trail users, and the environment
  • Bringing a positive attitude and encouraging others
  • Arriving prepared and ready to ride
  • Following Utah League and NICA rules
  • Following our Team Code of Conduct
  • Riding safely and within our ability
  • Celebrating effort, growth, and progress


Racing is encouraged because it brings our guiding principles to life. It’s where we learn to be intentional, work hard, and push beyond what we thought possible. It’s where we cheer the loudest and grow the most.


Parent & Ride Leader Support

Wasatch is powered by volunteers. To maintain safe ride ratios and a high-quality experience for every athlete, we rely on parent ride leaders and team volunteers throughout the season.

If you believe in what this team stands for, we invite you to step in and be part of it.


Learn about becoming a Ride Leader »
Explore Adult Volunteer Opportunities »


When adults lead with intention and riders show up with effort, we all climb higher together.