Race Day Central
Everything you need for race weekend: 2026 Wave Schedules, arrival times, wave meeting times, bike prep rules, food & volunteering, packing checklists, and venue guides.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 · Richfield Race Course
📍 Location: Richfield Race Course in Sevier County, UT — Fast singletrack loops with scenic red rock vistas!
Welcome to Race 2 at Richfield! Prepare for high-desert flowing singletrack in red rock country. High-desert sun can be warm and dusty — apply sunscreen early, bring shade, hydration, and cheering gear. Families are invited and encouraged to stay and cheer for teammates all day!
Per Utah League policy, dogs are strictly prohibited at all race venues and pit zones for rider safety.
Riders must finish Lap 1 in under 45 minutes, or they will be pulled from course for rider safety.
Races now start at 8:00 AM. HS races may start earlier or condense if afternoon weather rolls in!
⏰ Race Day Schedule Timeline Sequence
Arrival Time
Wave 1 by 6:45 AM, Wave 2 by 7:30 AM, Waves 3–6 by 7:45 AM to cheer and support teammates.
Pit Zone Check-In
Check in at the Lehi check-in table in pit zone immediately upon arrival to get your staging number marked.
Wave Meeting (10m)
Mandatory team briefing at Pit Zone 1 hour before start time (lasts 10 mins).
Warm-Up (30m)
Structured 30-minute warm-up ride to elevate heart rate and get legs ready.
Stage Time
Report to staging 15 minutes before start time for call-ups and line-up.
Start Time
Official gun time for your category wave! Race hard, stay safe, and have fun.
📣 Stay All Day & Cheer On Teammates!
There is no bench on our team. We strongly encourage all families and riders to stay for the entire day and cheer on teammates across every wave!
2026 Official Wave Schedule
High School & Junior Development timing: Arrival Time → Wave Meeting → Stage Time → Start Time.
Important Notice: Arrival Times & Full-Day Team Support
Arrival Time is a MINIMUM arrival requirement based on your specific wave schedule. We expect all riders and families to arrive on time and stay at the venue to cheer on their teammates across every wave. There is no bench on our team — having a loud Lehi cheer squad out on course for every wave makes an incredible difference!
Races 1–3 Wave Schedule
Applies to Beaver Mountain (Race 1), Richfield (Race 2), and Panguitch (Race 3).
High School Waves (Waves 1–6)
Teammate Support & Cheering: High School riders in later waves (Waves 3–6) arrive by 7:45 AM to cheer on and support teammates racing in morning waves. There is no bench on our team—having a loud Lehi cheer squad out on course makes a huge difference! (Arriving early also ensures racers are on site in case afternoon weather requires condensed start times).
Junior Development Waves (Waves 7–9)
*Note: No 1/2 laps for Advanced Jr Devos. All JD categories ride 1 full lap. JD athletes race in Races 1–3 only unless Race 4 is needed for a makeup race.
Food, Hospitality & Volunteering
How we fuel our riders, support the team, and make race day run smoothly.
Team Food & Snacks (New for 2026)
✨ New for 2026: The team is purchasing all food and snacks so parents are free to volunteer and cheer!
- Riders & Volunteers: Snacks are available all day. Lunch is served from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the team tent.
- Families & Spectators: Please bring your own food, drinks, and snacks, as race days are long!
- Leftovers Policy: After 2:00 PM, once all riders have eaten, anyone (families/siblings) is welcome to grab leftover lunch — just check with a volunteer first!
Volunteer Opportunities
We need your help to make race day happen! Anyone who volunteers for the day (League or Team) is welcome to eat lunch with the team.
- League Volunteers (Mandatory): Every family must volunteer with the League at least once per season, per rider. Lehi MTB must provide 26 volunteers for each race. Sign up on League Race 2 Page ↗
- Team Volunteers (Richfield): Feed Zone (hydration handoff), Tent/Food, Staging & Pitzone. Richfield Team Volunteer Sign Up (SignUpGenius) ↗
- Pitzone Setup: Friday at 5:00 PM (High School Team).
- Pitzone Takedown: ~4:00 PM after all races start (Junior Development Team).
What to Bring: Race Day Packing Checklists
Double-check your gear bag and vehicle the night before.
Rider Checklist
- 🏷️ Label All Gear (Put Names on Everything!): Use a permanent marker on helmet, shoes, gloves, sunglasses, water bottles, tools, and jackets!
- ✅ Team Kit: Lehi Jersey & Bibs/Shorts
- ✅ Bike & Gear: Tuned bike, helmet (mandatory), shoes, gloves, eyewear
- ✅ Hydration & Sun: Water bottles, electrolyte mix & sunscreen
- ✅ Repair Kit: Mounted kit with tube/bacon strips, CO2/mini-pump, multi-tool
- ✅ Race Plates: Put on handlebars early! ($10 replacement fee for lost plates)
- ✅ Post-Race Clothes: Warm change of weather-appropriate clothes & socks
- ✅ Camp Chair: For relaxing in pit zone between cheering sessions
Family & Spectator Checklist
- ✅ Shade & Seating: Shade tent, pop-up canopy, or umbrellas + camp chairs
- ✅ Food & Drinks: Family cooler with water, electrolyte drinks, lunch, and snacks
- ✅ Sun & Dust Prep: SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, dust buffs/masks
- ✅ Walking Footwear: Sturdy trail walking shoes for hiking ski hill slopes
- ✅ Layered Clothing: Warm jackets for morning chill; cool layers for midday
- ✅ Viewing Tools: Cameras, phone battery power banks, binoculars
- ✅ Cheer Gear: Cowbells, noisemakers, purple/gold gear, and loud cheering voices!
Race Photos & Media
Please upload your race photos to our shared Google album right after the race (link sent via TeamSnap). A huge thank you to our volunteer photographers, Ethan Adams and Wells Holmes!
Results & Podiums (2:45 PM)
All results are posted live via a link on TeamSnap prior to the first race. Physical printouts will also be posted near the finish line. High School podiums take place at 2:45 PM.
Looking Ahead
- State Championship: Oct 23–24 in St. George (2-day event). Details at utahmtb.org ↗
- Year-End Awards: Tentatively scheduled for November 3. Watch TeamSnap for updates!
- Questions? Reach out directly to coaches Steve, Randall, Aaron, or Andre.
Race Day Guidelines & Pit Etiquette
Guidance for riders, parents, bike maintenance, pit zone etiquette, and course pre-riding.
⛺ Pit Zone Friday Setup & Saturday Take-Down
- Friday Pit Zone Setup: Parents and HS team members are needed on Friday afternoon at 5:00 PM to help set up team tents, tables, food prep stations, and team banners. Many hands make fast work!
- Sign-Up Genius: Sign up for team volunteer shifts on Richfield SignUpGenius ↗. Parents who volunteer for team or league duties are invited to eat lunch with the team!
📋 Arrival, Lehi Tent Check-In & Number Plates
- Expect Venue Delays: With thousands of participants, traffic and parking delays take 30+ minutes. Plan extra time to park, unload bikes, and walk up to the Pit Zone.
- Check In Immediately: Report directly to the Lehi tent check-in table upon arrival so coaches know your rider is on site.
- Staging Numbering: Every rider will get their staging number printed on their arm at check-in (required for staging call-ups).
- Race Plates & Bibs: If you haven't received your race plate and jersey bib yet, pick them up at the check-in table. Keep them in your car for the rest of the season! $10 replacement fee if lost.
- Bib Pinning: Bibs are pinned to a specific side of the jersey (announced the morning of the race).
- MANDATORY HELMET RULE: Riders MUST ALWAYS WEAR a helmet whenever they are on a bike — otherwise the team faces severe penalties!
🚲 Bike Tune-Up & Equipment Checklist
- Schedule Shop Service Early: Have your bike tuned up by a local bike shop (Trek, Ari, or Utah Mountain Biking) a week before race day. Never perform major repairs or adjustments on race morning!
- Pre-Ride Safety Check: Check tire pressure, lube drivetrain, top off tubeless sealant, and inspect brake pads before leaving home.
- Emergency Repair Kit: Riders should carry spare tubes, tire levers, multi-tool, and mini pump/CO2 injector.
- LABEL ALL GEAR (PUT NAMES ON IT!): Put your athlete's first and last name in permanent marker on helmets, sunglasses, gloves, shoes, water bottles, tire pumps, and jackets! In a busy pit zone with hundreds of athletes and identical team kits, labeled gear always finds its way home.
- Cold Weather Layers: Mountain venues can be chilly in the morning — bring warm coats and layers, but don't race in bulky heavy coats.
🗺️ Pre-Ride Rules, Camping & Carpooling
- Check TeamSnap for All Events: All pre-rides, camps, practice schedules, and team events are posted on TeamSnap. Always check TeamSnap for exact dates, times, locations, and updates!
- Weekend Pre-Ride: Official pre-rides take place the weekend before the race (or 2 weeks prior for Panguitch due to the Soldier Hollow UCI race).
- Friday Camping & Night Ride: Families often camp out on Friday night before pre-ride weekend and do a fun night ride. Must bring your own bike light!
- Saturday Carpooling: Riders can catch carpools Saturday morning departing from Lehi High School.
- Friday Pre-Ride Hours: The course is open Friday evening before race day (typically 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM).
- STRICT RULE - Pre-Ride Plates Required: Riders MUST wear a separate official pre-ride plate provided by coaches during pre-rides. ONLY registered riders and ride leaders are permitted on course. Pre-riding on Saturday race morning is strictly prohibited.
🚫 Parent Checklist & Pit Zone Etiquette
- STRICT RULE - NO RIDING BIKES IN PIT ZONE: Nobody (riders, parents, or siblings) may ride bikes inside the Pit Zone. Bikes MUST be walked. Violations result in team penalties!
- Keep Rider Tent Area Clear: Due to space constraints, only riders and designated team volunteers (food committee & staging) may hang out inside the tent. Parents can drop off, say hi, and take quick photos.
- Establish Base Camp: Bring camp chairs, robust walking shoes, shade umbrellas/canopies, sunscreen, and plenty of water/snacks right off the track.
- Cheer Across Every Wave: Cheer at staging, the start line, course switchbacks, and the finish line!
🏁 Staging, Warm-Up & Finish Line Volunteers
- Wave Strategy Meeting: Coaches conduct a mandatory 10-minute wave meeting 1 hour before start time to cover course strategy and key tips.
- Warm-Up (30m): Ride leaders guide groups through 30-minute warm-up efforts outside the Pit Zone.
- Staging & Call-Ups: Line up 15 minutes prior. Top 10 called by name, followed by arm numbers. Must have handlebar race plate to enter chute.
- Finish Line Volunteer Zone: The area past the finish line is strictly managed by finish line volunteers and coaches for racer safety.
- Finish Line Volunteers: A Finish Line Volunteer will "catch" each rider as they cross the finish line, check their condition, provide cold water and seating, and walk them out to parents.
🔗 Helpful League Resources
Parents & Athletes Guide
Pro Tips to Make Race Day Easy & Fun
A smooth race day starts with simple preparation ahead of time. Here is our insider guide for riders, parents, and spectating families:
Get Ready & Put Names on Gear!
Pack your kit, bibs, helmet, shoes, socks, water bottles, snacks, camp chairs, and sunscreen the day before. Make sure your rider's name is written clearly on every piece of gear so nothing gets lost in the pit zone!
Bike 100% Ready to Roll
Check sealant, inflate tires, clean & lube drivetrain, check brakes, and zip-tie number plates the day before. Avoid race morning mechanical stress!
Sunscreen, Shade & Weather
Utah venues (Beaver, Richfield, Panguitch, Herriman) feature intense high-desert sun. Apply SPF 30+ early at home, bring pop-up canopies or shade umbrellas, lip balm with SPF, sunglasses, and cooling towels. Morning temps can be chilly — bring layers!
Food, Snacks & Cooler Setup
Pack a cooler with iced water, electrolyte drink mixes, bananas, stroopwafels, energy chews, and high-protein post-race snacks. Bring plenty of food for spectating family members too!
Finding Great Viewing Spots
Scope out course maps for high-elevation switchbacks, technical climbs, or serpentine turns where you can watch racers multiple times per lap. Bring cowbells, wear purple or Lehi team gear, and never cross active race lines!
Post-Race Racer Pickup Point
Set a clear rule: after crossing the finish line, riders head straight to the Team Pit Zone recovery tent for drinks, cool-down, and checking in with coaches before meeting up with parents.
Printed Schedule & Phone Alarms
Keep a printed copy of the Wave Schedule in your car, and set phone alarms for your Wave Meeting (1 hr prior) and Stage Time (15 min prior) so timing is effortless.
Battery Banks & Trail Comfort
Cell signal search at mountain venues drains phone batteries fast — bring portable power banks. Wear sturdy trail shoes for hiking up hillsides, bring dust buffs/masks, wet wipes, and trash bags to leave no trace.
View Season Events & Venue Details
Check out venue locations, dates, and official Utah League race links.