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Who we are
We know that bikes are a powerful tool: NICA helps youth develop strength, resilience, and character, while pedaling with a supportive and inclusive community.
Coach with NICA
Are you the next coach who will change kids’ lives? Join our leagues as an adult volunteer with your local team and make an impact. All skill levels are welcome!
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Texas NICA spans the state, offering local programs for youth across all of our major metro areas and beyond (and growing!) Find your team today and get involved!
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What does the TX NICA season look like?
Off-season
May-October
This is a great time to carry the momentum from the season into recruiting. It is also a good time for coaches and students to let their bodies and minds reset.
Some students continue racing the Trek Off-Road Series, TMBRA and other events in the off-season on their own.
Other students take on other sports that help balance out the body and help prevent burnout and overtraining.
Pre-season
October-January
Starting in October you will see NICA activities start popping up – These often start with team recruitment, fundraising and team kick-off meetings.
Coaches begin registering riders in Pit Zone and collecting size information for t-shirts, jerseys, etc.
Team practices can begin November 1.
Race-season
January-May
Practices should be in full-swing a few times a week and the racing season begins!
Race weekends are family-friendly and often younger siblings and grandparents even come along!
Season Schedule
Our league has expanded into North and South Conferences to support our growing community of student-athletes across Texas.
We’ll start the season together at a shared Season Opener, then continue with simultaneous race weekends at different venues for each conference.
At the end of the season, both conferences come back together for a statewide celebration at our State Championships
Pre-Season Events
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League News
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Single Track Times – July 2025
Have you marked your calendar? NICA’s Central Regional event will be here before you know it, and the excitement is ramping up! REGISTRATION DATE ANNOUNCED Registration will open on August […]
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Recap – 2025 State Championships
Our race season wrapped up in an epic way – from the Star Wars themed Jedi Jam, bike soccer tournament, senior sendoff and golden spoon to a gorgeous day of feisty State Championship racing on Sunday. Get all the details here.
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Recap – 2025 Rock the Pines | S
Sunday Race Results Race results can be found on my.raceresult.com Saturday 29 Pines is such a peaceful and perfect backdrop for a NICA race weekend. This race was originally scheduled […]
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Recap – 2025 Wrangle in Warda
Sunday Race Results Race results can be found on my.raceresult.com Saturday We want to start off with a shout-out for our North teams for coming all the way down to […]
Riding bikes…and so much more!
Since its roots as a high school race league in California in 2009, NICA has grown to a network of 32 leagues implementing a wide range of youth development programs. From trail stewardship to initiatives to get more girls and women on bikes, NICA’s programs meet kids where they’re at. Every rider has a place in NICA.
Explore our programs below:
Featured Program
Curious about mountain biking? Come try it out—for free!
TrekOur Try-It-Out Rides are the perfect introduction to the world of NICA mountain biking. Open to all 5th–12th graders and their families, these beginner-friendly events are hosted by local teams across Texas. Expect smiles, trail rides, and a welcoming community ready to help you get started.
No experience? No problem. We’ll help with gear, guidance, and good vibes.
Find your local ride and come see what TX NICA is all about!
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