Try-it-Out | Mary Moore Searight Park – South Austin
Try-it-Out | Mary Moore Searight Park – South Austin
October 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Try-it-Out
Mary Moore Searight Park
907 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78748
Experience the thrill of mountain biking with local Texas NICA teams our try-it-out event! Designed for 6th-12th graders, this event welcomes everyone—whether you’re brand new to mountain biking or an experienced rider looking to connect with a new team.
Parents and community members are encouraged to join, meet our dedicated NICA students and coaches, and explore opportunities to get involved as a coach or supporter. It’s a day of fun, community, and discovering the joy of mountain biking. No experience? No problem. Everyone is welcome!
What to Bring
- Bike suitable for mountain bike trails (if you don’t have one, try one of our team bikes)
- Properly fitted helmet
- Hydration
- Close-toed shoes
Agenda
10:00-10:20 Welcome Stations
Welcome Station – Waivers and Instructions
Bike Ready Station – assess bike ready and assign groupings with stickers
Coney Course – to ride around on.
10:20-10:45 Group Games
We’ll work on a few basic bike skills and get you ready for the trails.
10:45-11:30 RIDE the Trails
Time to head out to the trails! There will likely be a wide variety of skill levels. Our expert coaches will be sure to keep this ride fun.
11:30ish-12:00 Recap/Awards
Meet back at the team tent. We’ll have cold drinks and frozen treats for participants.
If you loved it, you’ll have a chance to sign up to join a full season of fun with your local NICA team.
Event Hosts
This event will be hosted by the TX NICA Hays County Stingers team and Kyle Cyclery.