About the Team

The Mountain Monsters Mountain Bike (MTB) Team is a middle/high school mountain bike club serving student-athletes on the westside including Manitou Springs, Coronado, Palmer, Ute Pass, Holmes, Eagleview, Mann, North, and Galileo. We welcome riders from any school — if your school doesn't have a team, you're eligible to ride with us.

Our goal is to build strong bodies, minds, and to create a life-long love for cycling and a sense of adventure. The season runs June through October with riding locations including Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Stratton Open Space, Cheyenne Canyon, Ute Valley Park, Palmer Park, Rampart, Bear Creek Park, and more.

Coaches

Our program features a professional coaching staff that brings a high level of training and experience. Our coaches include top-level racers, professionals, and veterans of the sport with a passion for cycling. Instruction covers bike skills, basic repairs, and physical fitness while emphasizing sportsmanship and mutual respect, while creating strong and long-lasting friendships.

Meet the coaching staff →

How We Ride

Ride Schedule

During the season we ride Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Locations vary by week and are posted on the TeamSnap app (available once you're registered).

Pre-Season vs. Regular Season

Pre-season (spring) focuses on skill development, fitness building, and preparing new riders for the trail — a great time to join if you're just getting started. Regular season (summer through fall) shifts to race preparation, longer rides, and competing in the Colorado High School Cycling League.

Skill Groups

We offer five skill-based groups so every rider trains at the right level.

Skill Levels

• Beginner (Green) — ridden very little off road or not at all
• Intermediate (Blue) — off road experience, on green and some blue trails
• Intermediate+ (Blue Fast) — confident on all blue level trails
• Advanced (Blue/Black) — blue level trails, with some black
• Expert (Black) — black level trails with good decision making when obstacles are over their ability

Conditioning Levels

• Not fit yet (Green) — will have trouble completing a 2 hour ride
• Little fit (Blue) — can complete a 2 hour ride, but at a moderate pace
• Fit (Blue F) — can complete a 2/3 hour ride at tempo
• Race fit (Blue/Black) — can complete a 2 hour ride at race pace
• Race fit+ (Black) — can complete a 3 hour ride at race pace

What We Offer

• Structured coaching and progressive skill development for all levels
• Competitive racing in the Colorado High School Cycling League
• Annual team camping trip — three days, two nights of riding and campfire fun
• Spring Skills & Maintenance Clinics — open to K–12 riders
• Team social events and end-of-season party
• Trail building and stewardship opportunities in the Pikes Peak region
• Loaner bikes and scholarships available — contact us if cost or equipment is a barrier

Trail Building

We believe in giving back to the trails we love. The Mountain Monsters participate in trail building and maintenance events throughout the year, working alongside local trail organizations to keep our riding areas in great shape for everyone.

Weather Policy

Safety first — see our Weather Policy for guidance on how we handle rides in adverse conditions.

Lettering & Team Captains

We recognize dedicated team members through our Lettering and Team Captain programs. These are great opportunities for athletes to earn recognition and take on leadership roles within the team.

Lettering Requirements →   |   Team Captain Info →

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