Elapsed time and distance of races (ESTIMATES ONLY)  is usually as follows:  

*Race laps and times may be adjusted due to weather/trail conditions  

Category Elapsed Race Time* Approx Miles*  

6th Grade Boys/Girls 20 to 45 min (1 lap) 4 miles  

7th Grade Boys/Girls 20 to 45 min (1 lap) 4 miles  

8th Grade Boys/Girls 20 to 45 min (1 lap) 4 miles  

Freshman Boys 40 to 60 min (2 laps) 8 miles  

Freshman Girls 40 to 60 min (2 laps) 8 miles  

JV2 Girls 40 to 60 min (2 laps) 8 miles  

JV2 Boys 40 to 60 min (2 laps) 8 miles  

JV3 Girls 60 to 90 min (3 laps) 12 miles  

JV3 Boys 60 to 90 min (3 laps) 12 miles  

Varsity Girls Under 90 min (4 laps) 16 miles  

Varsity Boys Under 90 min (4 laps) 16 miles

Before the race:  

1. Comfortable clothing in layers

2. Rain gear (as needed)

3. Blankets (as needed)

4. Rugged and/or water-resistant shoes

5. Folding chair (optional)

6. Healthy snacks and non-caffeinated drinks to keep energy up and stay hydrated

During the race: 

1. Bike: the right size and in good working order.  Check ABCDs: Air in tires, Brakes are working, Chain is clean and in working order, Derailleur is switching gears successfully). 

2. Properly fit helmet: without dents or cracks (required). 

3. Team uniform: To race you are REQUIRED to wear a team jersey.  Shorts must be black without big logos; team shorts are not required. 

4. Race plates: Affix the race plate to the front of the bike with twist ties, pipe cleaners, or zip ties. Affix back plate to the back of the student athlete’s jersey using safety pins. 

5. Appropriate footwear: flat-bottomed shoes with rubber grips or bike-specific shoes with built-in cleats (if riding “clipped in”) 

6. Safety glasses (recommended): clear or tinted polycarbonate lenses that will not shatter upon impact  

7. Emergency bike repair kit (recommended): tube, small pump or CO2 cartridges, spare master links (for bike chain), tire levers, multi tool

After the race:

1. Change of clothing (think layers!) and energy to cheer on your teammates!

Students should arrive at least Student-athletes should meet with their coaches and team members at their team tent and await instructions regarding where to warm up and when/where to report for staging.

1. Comfortable walking and/or hiking shoes, preferably water-resistant (Grassy infields are often dewy upon arrival in the mornings; weather can be unpredictable as well!) 

2. Healthy snacks and drinks (many of our venues have food vendors, but it can be unpredictable) 

3. Folding chair 

4. Sun protection

5. Camera (optional) to take in the action. The league has a professional photographer taking photos at races for purchase later. 

6. Layered clothing. Be ready for wide temperature and/or weather changes within a single day. 

7. Backpack (optional) can be handy for stashing extra clothes, food, etc. 

8. Insect repellant 

NOTE: if you bring a bike, you must wear a helmet any time you have a leg over the bar 

Please remember: spectators may NOT walk on the course at any time. Follow the rules for the safety of our student athletes: never cross the course tape; only cross at designated intersections.

There are individual and team scoring. 

Student‐athletes compete against others in the same category. Individual scoring is divided into Divisions I and II only when they are racing in separate categories, e.g., Freshman Boys Division I and Freshman Boys Division II are scored separately; JV3 Boys Division I and Division II are scored together.

Points are awarded to all race finishers. Overall series scoring for individuals is an average of all the regular‐season race results a rider could have completed plus their individual score from the Season Finale.

Team scores are calculated based on the points earned by 8 or 4 student‐athletes depending on the division and category. High School Division I scoring is based on the top‐8 point‐earners, with a minimum of 2 point‐earners scoring in the girls categories. High School Division II and Middle School scoring is based on the top‐4 point earners, with a minimum of 1 point earners scoring in the girls categories.

More detailed information can be found on the MCA rules and regulations book.

There are over 70 teams from across the state that come together and compete, cheer on their friends and make life-long memories.  All teams are co-ed, there are no try outs and everyone participates.

Yes, there are portable bathrooms on site. You may wish to bring your own hand sanitizer.

Dogs on a leash are permitted in the infield.  Owners are expected to maintain control of the dog at all times (including barking control) and to clean up after their pet.  Primary concerns are the safety of the racers, team support, and spectators.