| Decade of Dirt, Strengthen the Legacy |  Lakewood team cheers on Sabrina Morgan, JV Legacy. |  Ethan Durrell, Freshman, Fort Collins finishes his race despite a series of mechanicals. | | |  Kate Rau, Executive Director is super stoked for the 2019 season. | Director's Note The 2019 race series marks the 10th year of high school mountain bike racing in Colorado. Yee-haw for a Decade of Dirt! We are energized to strengthen the foundation of our mission to provide an exceptional experience for youth and families to play outside and cultivate a strong community while discovering the joy of participating on a high school mountain bike team. We are extremely grateful to all the teams and coaches who continue to blaze new trails by dedicating their time and expertise to high school student-athletes. This opportunity accomplishes the following: ▪ Empowers youth to foster healthy habits
▪ Develops leadership skills
▪ Instills confidence and resiliency
▪ Deepens family bonds
▪ Welcomes all who wish to participate
▪ Recognizes the efforts of boys and girls equally
▪ Enriches communities
| ▪ | Empowers youth to foster healthy habits | | ▪ | Develops leadership skills | | ▪ | Instills confidence and resiliency | | ▪ | Welcomes all who wish to participate | | ▪ | Recognizes the efforts of boys and girls equally | |  Mahalo Max Bradley! Don't be a stranger. | A very, very special thank you goes to Max Bradley for his 9 years of service as a member of the Colorado League Board of Directors. He was the for first BOD President from 2010 - 2014. His belief in the mission and loyal commitment is exemplary. We expect Max to make a cameo appearance at the start line this season. Toyota continues as the presenting sponsor through 2020. Alpine Bank is offering college scholarships for student-athletes who attend a school in Colorado and participates on a cycling team. A fantastic opportunity to explore our educational partners. We are extremely fortunate to have a base of sponsors, donors, coaches, parents, volunteers, and host communities who believe in the mission. Please express your appreciation to them often. As you plan your spring and summer riding opportunities, consider the many partner events, and summer camps listed below. Keep fueling the stoke, Kate Rau
Executive Director
720-272-9282 John "Hutch" Hutchinson
Operations Director |  Sophomore boys off the start. |  Petra Schmidtman, Varsity Legacy, Nederland mentors middle schoolers. | | | January 2019 - Contents 1. Your Hometown Toyota Stores Renews as Presenting Sponsor
2. 2018 Season Survey - Last Call February 1st
3. Educational Partners – College Application Deadlines
4. Scholarship Opportunities - Alpine Bank College and 2nd Chance First Aid Trainings
5. Annual Coach Summit – Eagle, CO May 3-5, 2019
6. Vote for Colorado League - Elevation Outdoors Annual Best of the Rockies, Deadline January 31st
7. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 24th-26th – Registration Open!
8. The Bailey HUNDO/HUNDito June 15th – Registration Open!
9. Summer Camps – Curt Gowdy State Park, WY
10. 2019 Calendar: Events and Race Schedule
| 1. | Your Hometown Toyota Stores Renews as Presenting Sponsor | | 2. | 2018 Season Survey - Last Call February 1st | | 3. | Educational Partners – College Application Deadlines | | 4. | Scholarship Opportunities - Alpine Bank College and 2nd Chance First Aid Trainings | | 5. | Annual Coach Summit – Eagle, CO May 3-5, 2019 | | 6. | Vote for Colorado League - Elevation Outdoors Annual Best of the Rockies, Deadline January 31st | | 7. | Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 24th-26th – Registration Open! | | 8. | The Bailey HUNDO/HUNDito June 15th – Registration Open! | | 9. | Summer Camps – Curt Gowdy State Park, WY | | 10. | 2019 Calendar: Events and Race Schedule | | Your Hometown Toyota Stores Renews as Presenting Sponsor Your Hometown Toyota Stores continue as the presenting sponsor through 2020. Their commitment and support were recognized in 2018 as Outstanding Race Partner. These dealers strongly believe in the power of the outdoors to positively impact youth and families. Toyota has a broad range of vehicles for the new driver to the experienced backcountry explorer. The number one selling care in the world, the Toyota Corolla, now comes in a hatchback. These 6 friendly Toyota dealers are knowledgeable and will take excellent care of you. |  Click here for link to fill out 2018 Survey. | 2018 Season Survey - Last Call February 1st We greatly appreciate all the coaches, parents, and student-athletes who took the time to complete the 2018 Season Survey. Your input is integral to guide our continuous effort to understand your needs and improve the quality of our events and programming. If you have not had a chance to complete the 2018 Season Survey, please take a moment to share your thoughts with us HERE. We appreciate your time and value your honest feedback. Many thanks for sharing your experience with us. Complete the survey and you have a chance to win a prize from our generous sponsors such as a pair of NEW Optic Nerve San Juan Large Red Zaio goggles. These are groundbreaking with an innovative magnetic lenses for a rapid fire change to adjust for changing conditions. Check them out on YouTube HERE. | Educational Partners – College Fall Application Deadlines We wish all seniors the best in their future endeavors. For those interested in pursuing college or university in the fall, please be sure to submit your application by the deadlines outlined below. |  No deadline |  Deadline May 1, 2019 |  Western Colorado University - March 1, 2019 Deadline | | |  Applications due June 1, 2019 | Scholarship Opportunities - Alpine Bank College and 2nd Chance First Aid Trainings Alpine Bank believes all high school students should have the opportunity to pursue higher education. This year Alpine Bank is offering 2 - $500 college scholarships to those high school students who will attend college in Colorado and will participate in a collegiate cycling program. Scholarship applications are due by June 1, 2019. Apply HERE. Funds will be distributed upon proof of enrollment and participation in the college's cycling program. |  Scholarship applications ongoing. | Starting in 2019, Wilderness First Aid will be required for Level 2 Coaches.The 2nd Chance CPR & First Aid Scholarship was conceived by David Taylor. He is a father of three young women who participate in the Colorado League. David's company, Mountain Island Construction, has been a long-time sponsor of the Colorado League as well as Boulder High School and Nederland High School. In June 2016, David suffered a heart attack while riding at Curt Gowdy State Park. At the time, he was volunteering as a ride leader for the Stone Temple Youth Mountain Bike Camp. David was saved by a fellow ride leader who administered CPR for 15 minutes until medical care arrived on the scene. He recovered from the heart attack thanks to his fellow rider’s CPR training. | Primary financial support from the Taylor Family and some assistance from the Bailey HUNDO, funds scholarships to both coaches and student-athletes who attend CPR and/or First Aid courses. Apply HERE so that we may support you and your commitment to ensuring a better and safer community. There are many classes offered by Colorado League partner Front Range CPR. They can schedule classes for your teams. | Vote for Colorado League - Elevation Outdoors Annual Best of the Rockies - Deadline January 31st The Colorado League State Championship race in Eagle was voted the best mountain bike event in the region for 2017. The State Championships in Durango is nominated for 2018. Cast your ballot HERE. Click on Events. The Best of the Rockies Awards is the largest and most prestigious outdoor awards in the West conducted by Elevation Outdoors Magazine. | Annual Coach Summit – Eagle, CO May 3-5, 2019 Mark your calendar! The Annual Coach Summit will kick-off Friday afternoon, May 3rd in Eagle, Colorado. Classes will cover the nuts and bolts of working with high school student-athletes in the context of a high school mountain bike club and provide the basic knowledge and guidance for coaches. CPR, WFA Recertifications, On-the-Bike Trainings (formerly MTB 101) will be available. We are planning NEW sessions for 2019! Complete details regarding weekend schedule and registration will be announced in early March. A limited number of scholarships will be available thanks to Yeti Cycles and Team Evergreen. Apply by April 15th HERE. | Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 24th-26th – Registration Open! Do you have any plans for Memorial Day weekend? Head down to Durango for the 48th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. There are road, mountain, and gravel events throughout the weekend. Registration is open! What are you waiting for? Register HERE. | The Bailey HUNDO/HUNDito June 15th – Registration Open! Join us Father's Day weekend for the 10th Annual Bailey HUNDO. This is an epic race with an epic cause. In 2018, the HUNDO distributed over $70,000 to nonprofit partners and community organizations in the Bailey area including the Colorado League, Trips for Kids Denver Metro, and the Colorado Mountain Biking Association. Various trail building projects near the Bailey area received $15,000. Huge props to all the FUND-racers who participate. Together you have contribute to the donated over $470,000.00 donated since 2010. | NOTE the $55 application fee for racers 18 and under will be waived. Juniors get your registration code by emailing director@bailey100.org. Racers are required to raise at least $200. Register to race HERE. Want to support the racers and the benefactors? Donate to racers HERE. | Summer Camps There are many exceptional opportunities to improve your skills, make new friends, and explore trails this summer. Fort Lewis College is offering two chances to enhance your riding level. These camps focus on improving skills, gaining knowledge, and learning new training techniques while focusing on FUN! For more information contact Ian Burnett at ipburnett@fortlewis.edu or 970-247-7460. ▪ June 17-22, Durango, CO
▪ July 15-20, Durango, CO
| ▪ | June 17-22, Durango, CO | | ▪ | July 15-20, Durango, CO | Register HERE. | Wyoming Mountain Bike Camps are geared toward helping students of all ability levels gain confidence and skill on a mountain bike. Check out the incredible trails in Curt Gowdy State Park in Cheyenne, WY. Adults Registration opens March 1, 2019!
June 7-9 Rowdy Gowdy Women’s Camp Youth Registration Opens For All Youth Camps February 15th!
June 6-10 Gowdy Co-ed Ciclismo MTB Racing Camp
June 15-18 Granite Ridge Girls MTB Camp
June 11-14 & June 19-23 Stone Temple Co-ed MTB Camp For more information contact the camp directors HERE. There are many summer programs throughout the region this summer. Check them out on our website HERE. |  2019 North and South Conference Championships return to Eagle. | | We are planning events for 2019. Keep an eye on the website calendar. 2019 Colorado League & Partnering Events May 3-5 Colorado League Coaches Summit, Eagle - Details coming soon!
May 24-26 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic | Durango, CO June 1 Sunrise Sunset EROCK| Castle Rock, CO
June 2 Beti Bike Bash | Lakewood, CO
June 7-9 Rowdy Gowdy Women’s Camp
June 6-10 Gowdy Co-ed Ciclismo MTB Racing Camp, Curt Gowdy, Laramie, WY
June 15 Bailey HUNDO/HUNDitoBailey HUNDO/HUNDito
June 11-14 & June 19-23 Stone Temple Co-ed MTB Camp
June 15-18 Granite Ridge Girls MTB Camp, Curt Gowdy, Laramie, WY
June 17-22 Fort Lewis College Cycling High School MTB Camp | Durango, CO July 7 Silver Rush 50 & 15 | Leadville, CO - NEW 15 mile version!
July 15-20 Fort Lewis College Cycling High School MTB Camp | Durango, CO August 10 Sunrise Sunset Winter Park | Winter Park, CO Tentative Race 2019 Race Schedule:
Race #1 August 25 | Specific North and South Conference Locations Coming Soon
Race #2 September 8 | Specific North and South Locations Coming Soon
Race #3 September 22 | Specific North and South Locations Coming Soon
Race #4 October 5 North – 6 South | Conference Championships: Haymaker Classic, Eagle, CO
Race #5 October 19 – 20 | State Championships: Durango Mesa Pursuit, Durango, CO | |
