Who Are We?
The Chaparral MTB Team is a fun group of student athletes ranging from grades 6-12 who are attending Chaparral High School or middle schools from the surrounding area. We ride and race cross country mountain bikes on varied terrain with an emphasis on Fun, Skills, Competition and Safety. Our Coaching Staff are experienced riders and strong community leaders who believe in our core values of Teamwork, Sportsmanship and Respect. Our season runs from December – May and includes 5 races which begin in February (racing is optional). We practice 2-3 times/week for approximately 2 hours (weekends and daylight permitting). In 2025 we look to continue our rapid rise through the pack with PUMA PRIDE!!
If you would like more information, would like to come join us for a “test drive” or would like to join our team, please contact our Team Director or fill out the Team Interest / Registration Form so we can contact you and answer any questions you may have!!
Team Director (Christine Orestano)/ (858) 361-2677
Head Coach (Casey Maze) / (714) 651-9187
Practices
When: Dec. 1st – Early May
2-3 Days / Week (Mondays & Wednesdays after school and Saturday mornings)
* Follow the schedule on the calendar and Team Snap* (2025 Coming Soon)
2-3 Hours (Depending on Daylight and Weekend)
Where: Weekdays will usually be at Hogbacks or other local trails nearby. Weekends will usually be at Vail Lake.
What: We begin our season with Skills Days, Base Miles and Team Bonding Events and Challenges. As the season progresses, we mix in more challenging practices, mock races, longer rides.
Expectation: Riders will be grouped based on their goals and their desires. Riders who want to race will be given more challenging work outs. Riders who do not want to race but rather just want to ride and have fun will still be expected to participate, try their best and apply what the coaches are trying to impart so that by years end everyone will be a better, safer, stronger and healthier rider.
Equipment Requirements
Use the right tool for the job!
-Mountain Bike in safe working order. Between 26-29″ wheels. (No roadies, cross or hybrid bikes). Want more bike info? Click here.
-Tubeless tires (recommended and encouraged!)
-Helmet – Approved bicycle helmet (No bmx or skateboard helmets)
-Gloves (recommended)
-Eye protection (recommended)
-Closed toe shoes (clips or flat pedal style)
**Visit our Sponsor page for major discounts on supplies, gloves, nutrition and more!!**
What Does It Cost??
(All Costs are based on 2024 and are subject to change)
| SoCal League Registration | $125 |
| Chaparral MTB Team dues | $150 |
| Jersey (A full kit with bibs will be about double) | $70 |
| Vail Lake season park pass (optional, can pay day use fee) | $160 |
| Races Registration fee (cost / race. – 5 total races) | $60 HS, $40 MS |
| Bike and Equipment (See “Equipment Requirements”) | wide range |