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The safety of our athletes and coaches is our top priority. Our practices are held in a variety of weather conditions, but there are times when weather requires us to modify, delay, relocate, or cancel a practice.
We aim to be consistent, transparent, and proactive in how weather decisions are made.
Weather decisions are sometimes made close to practice time and may change quickly. We appreciate flexibility and trust as we balance safety, development, and stewardship. If you ever have concerns about weather conditions, please reach out to a coach.
How Weather Decisions Are Made
Decisions are based on actual conditions at the practice location, not just forecasts.
We consider temperature, wind chill, heat index, precipitation, lightning, and trail conditions.
The Head Coach makes the final call, sometimes in coordination with league guidance.
Any changes will be communicated via Slack as early as possible.
❄️ Cold & Winter Weather
We ride in cold weather when it is safe to do so, but extreme cold increases the risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and equipment failure.
Practice Modifications or Cancellation May Occur When:
Air temperature or wind chill is below 20°F
Snow or ice creates unsafe riding conditions
Paved or alternative practice areas are unavailable
Road or travel conditions are unsafe for families or coaches
What to Expect:
Practices may shift to shorter rides, skills-based sessions, or off-bike activities
In very cold conditions, practice may move indoors or be cancelled
Athlete Expectations:
Riders must be dressed appropriately for cold weather (layers, gloves, warm socks)
Coaches may ask athletes to stop riding if they are inadequately dressed or showing signs of cold stress
Travel safety is an important part of our decision-making. Even if conditions at the practice location are manageable, practice may be delayed or cancelled if road conditions, visibility, or forecasts create unreasonable travel risk.
Parents should feel comfortable making individual decisions about attendance based on their own travel conditions. Please communicate with a coach if weather prevents safe travel.
⛈️ Spring Storms & Severe Weather
Storms are common in the spring, and lightning is the most significant risk.
Practice Will Be Modified or Cancelled If:
Lightning is observed or detected within the area
Severe weather warnings (thunderstorms, high winds, hail, flood, tornado) are in effect
Trails become unsafe due to mud, flooding, or falling branches
Lightning Policy:
If lightning is seen or thunder is heard, practice will stop immediately
We follow the “30-minute rule”: practice will not resume until 30 minutes after the last thunder or lightning
What to Expect:
Delays, early dismissal, or cancellation
Shelter-in-place or early pickup if storms develop during practice
☀️ Heat & Hot Weather
Heat management is critical for athlete safety, especially during late spring and summer practices.
Practice Modifications Will Occur When:
Heat index exceeds 95°F, practice may be shortened
Heat index exceeds 105°F, practice will be canceled
Heat Safety Measures May Include:
Shortened practice duration
More frequent rest and hydration breaks
Reduced intensity
Shaded or alternative practice locations
Athlete Expectations:
Riders must bring adequate water
Coaches may pull athletes from practice if they show signs of heat illness
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