Gear Guide
NICA is excited to share a NEW resource called the NICA Gear. This guide provides the foundational basics on the equipment and gear needed for any rider to be a part of a NICA team.
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NICA is excited to share a NEW resource called the NICA Gear. This guide provides the foundational basics on the equipment and gear needed for any rider to be a part of a NICA team.
Head coach Bree Van Oss started his team, the Tallahassee Thunder, during the pandemic in 2020. He noticed that his local mountain biking scene lacked representation, so he jumped in feet first to bring the NICA mission and values to his community. And thus, a rad team was born!
This month, check out “2 truths and 1 lie” – a game played with the intent of getting to know each other that also makes a great filler between activities or while on a break from riding and skills exercises. Coaches can get in on this one, too!
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The NICA Superstar Ballot is an “official” yet fun way you can acknowledge the awesomeness on your teams every day. You’ve probably seen our digital Superstar Ballots on social media this month (if you haven’t yet, check out our Instagram story highlights!) – the concept is simple: the Superstar Ballot […]
The NICA First Aid Committee has revised the first aid requirements for coaches to improve clarity, scalability, and accessibility.
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Mike Murphy is this month’s Meet the Coach feature—and a passionate leader helping shape the future of NICA! After retiring from corporate life, Mike found his calling through mountain biking.