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Our Events
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Winter Warm-Up Short Track Race
Pre-season opportunity for mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels to build community & gear up for racing.
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Family Bike Rodeo
Free family bike event to help parents and kids ride safe, smart, and joyfully.
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Folsom Grom Race Series
Mountain bike race series for kids in 5th grade & under to learn the ropes of racing in a safe, fun environment.
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Monday Night FundRacing
Pay-what-you-can short track mountain bike races to support youth cycling programs.
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Folsom Pedal Quest
Bringing friends and families together to explore Folsom on two wheels and kick off May is Bike Month.
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Balance Bike Bash
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
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Mother Lode Epic
A unique single day stage format endurance XC race featuring a mid-race boat transfer.
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Sacramento Cyclocross
Eight race cyclocross series in the greater Sacramento area in October-December.
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Scholarships
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
- Kids Programs
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Youth Communities Access Summer Ride Camp
All-day, full-week summer camp in Folsom empowering youth to discover how bicycles are a tool for physical health, mental health, & connection to nature and community.
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Get Rollin’ Learn-to-Ride Classes
Learn-to-Ride classes for kids not yet pedaling or only pedaling with training wheels.
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Grip Academy
An after-school youth cycling program for kids in 8th grade and under to progress their bike skills.
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Balance Bike Bash
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
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Folsom Grom
Mountain bike race series for kids in 5th grade & under to learn the ropes of racing in a safe, fun environment.
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678 Jr High MTB Ride Club
A mountain bike ride club for middle school students to take their riding skill, fitness and social experience to the next level.
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Summer Ride Camp
Summer Ride Camps for kids in 2nd-8th grade to make lasting memories on bikes.
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Scholarships
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
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Cycling Lifecycle
Which Stage Are You In?
Lifecycle of a Cyclist
When we think about how we move through life as humans, it’s directly reflective of the lifecycle of a cyclist. Of course, it all starts with a steep learning curve. You have to learn how to ride the bike before you’re ready to let ‘er rip on the trails or maybe even at a race. Eventually, you leave the nest to blaze your own trails where the opportunity for independence and self-discovery awaits. And then, when you arrive in the adult world, you realize you’re going to need some kind of therapeutic release because let’s face it, independence isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Eventually, you find your groove. Your weekend riding crew, your community, your place to give back. A place to share the wealth of knowledge you gained during the above phases (maybe a few times over). Where you belong. Because that’s where the path was leading the entire time.
Of course, like life itself, there is no formula for where you’re supposed to be at any given time on this journey. But the point is, there’s a place for everyone no matter where you’re at. We’re all an integral part of this community, holding each other up throughout each phase.
Find Your Stage
We’ve mapped out five phases of the lifecycle of a cyclist: Get Rolling, Let ‘Er Rip, Find Your Trail, Cheaper Than Therapy, and In Your Groove, with definitions and relevant resources below. Use this framework to help you figure out where you’re at on the trail and how to clip in.
Find Your Stage
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Get Rolling
Everybody’s gotta start somewhere! As an aspiring cyclist, you’ll need to find your balance before learning to use pedals and handbrakes, gaining confidence along the way. Here are some resources to plug in at this stage:
- Grip Academy
- Balance Bike Bash
- Sacramento Cyclocross FREE Kids races for ages 9 & under
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Let 'Er Rip
You’re confident on the bike and comfortable racing, ready to push the limits and let ‘er rip.
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Find Your Trail
Welcome to the adventure and exploration phase! You’re ready to blaze your own trails, potentially moving away from home or to a new town. You’re figuring out who you are, what you want, and how to create new social connections.
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Cheaper Than Therapy
Welcome to the real world. Cycling is now an escape from work, a way to stay in shape physically, and connect with others (for parents: time to spend with your kids or to get away from your kids that don’t need you as much).
- All Clipped In events!
- Cycling Clubs/Racing Teams (check out our partners at Team City Sacramento, Enjoy Cycling Club, & Victory Velo)
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In Your Groove
In this phase (maybe semi-retired if you’re lucky), you’re able to dedicate your time and finances to do what truly matters to you and do more to support the communities you love.
- Volunteer with Clipped In for Life
- Folsom Auburn Trail Riders Action Coalition
- Mother Lode Trail Stewardship
- 678 Jr High MTB, Cycling Development and other youth coaching opportunities
- Still Racing!
Events Calendar-
04 Mar
Grip Academy Starts
After-school youth cycling program
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12 Mar
678 Jr High MTB
Folsom/El Dorado Hills MTB ride club for Junior High
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02 Apr
Folsom Grom Race 3
Thursday night MTB race series for 5th grade & under
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13-29 Apr
Get Rollin’ Classes April
Learn-to-ride classes on Mondays & Wednesdays
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