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CROSS-COUNTRY MOUNTAIN BIKE SKILLS CLINICS

This year, USA Cycling is offering skills clinics that will take place alongside three premier mountain bike events. Each clinic will be led by Rich Drew, a USA Cycling Certified Skills Coach and former professional mountain bike racer, who will provide structured course analysis, skills development, and race-readiness education ahead of the event.

Athletes will be guided through a structured 2-hour session that includes: 

  • Course walk covering feature analysis, line choice, and race strategy
  • On-course pre-ride focused on key technical sections
  • Off-course session targeting race essential techniques and skills
  • Post-session Q&A

EVENT SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

MTB Rider

US Pro Cup p/b Vailocity

April 11-12, 2026 | Temecula, CA

Skills Clinic: Wednesday, April 8

Cat 1: 9:00 – 11:00 AM

Cat 2: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Cat 3: 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Register on the event website at the bottom of the page.

REGISTER
MTB Riders

US Pro Cup p/b Washougal MTB

June 5-6, 2026 | Washougal, WA

Skills Clinic: Thursday, June 4

Exact Times Coming Soon

Register on the event website at the top of the page.

REGISTER
MTB Podium

USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships

July 13-19, 2026 | Roanoke, VA

Schedule & Registration Details Coming Soon

Event Website
MTB Skills Clinic Rich Drew

From Coach Rich Drew

"We’re committed to supporting USA Cycling athletes with a performance-driven curriculum that builds technical skill, race intelligence, and mental resilience. With XC courses growing more technical every season, fitness alone isn’t enough. Developing well-rounded athletes is essential for long-term success on the national and international stage."
LEARN MORE ABOUT RICH & THE RIDE SERIES