Newsletter #1

Welcome to Roanoke Star Cycling’s first quarterly newsletter!

We are excited to be putting out our first official RSC newsletter - thanks for tuning in! We wanted to start by giving thanks. We are so grateful to everyone that contributed to a wonderful fall season, to those that helped out with our first Velo Swap, to those that contributed to our first Giving Tuesday campaign. We are very grateful for the support of our entire community, so thank you for being a part of that!

We also wanted to give a very special thank you to Mike Clark, who served as RSC’s first interim Executive Director from fall 2024 through the end of the 2025 fall season. Mike, thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to RSC and our mission. You have truly made a difference!

What an incredible season!

Over the course of 12 weeks this team, our youth mountain bike team hit the trails with energy, dedication, and a whole lot of heart. With 100 riders strong and supported by over 40 amazing coaches and parents, this season was one to remember.

From weekly practices to skill-building sessions, trail adventures, and team challenges, our riders showed huge growth — not only in their riding ability but also in confidence, teamwork, and grit. Watching athletes encourage one another, conquer new terrain, and celebrate each other’s progress has been the true highlight of the year. A massive THANK YOU to the parents and volunteer coaches who gave their time, expertise, and enthusiasm every single week. Your support keeps this team rolling.

Here’s to the miles we’ve ridden, the skills we’ve gained, and the community we’ve built. Can’t wait to see what next season brings!

XC Race Recaps

Our XC team had a great season! We had 25 riders that competed across the Commonwealth in 4 different races, and then many also chose to compete at the Eastern Regionals in Elkton, MD. The race recaps for the 4 races are below. Big thanks to Coach Liesebet for putting together these race reports!

SPRING REGISTRATION

Spring registration will open in late December/early January, so please keep an eye out on social media and our website. We will also be hosting several discovery rides for those interested in joining the team for the first time. There will be a link to sign-up through our spring registration. The discovery rides will all take place at Vic Thomas Park and are currently scheduled for the following dates and times:

Friday, January 2 from 10-11 am
Tuesday, January 6 from 4-5 pm
Monday, January 19 from 4-5 pm
Thursday, February 12 from 4:30-5:30 pm
Saturday, February 21 from 11 am - 12 pm

COACHES & DAY CAPTAIN NEEDED FOR 2026

Interested in getting involved and making a difference? We are always looking for coaches that can help us grow our program through a weekly seasonal commitment. If you are interesting in joining our team as coach, or would like some additional information, check out our volunteer page or email susan@roanokesetarcycling.org.

New this spring, we are recruiting a day captain for our Wednesday REC practices. This position will help coordinate Wednesday night practice logistics, fills in for coaches that cannot attend practice, and will help with special events. For more information and to apply, please CLICK HERE.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

9th Annual Holiday Lights Ride, presented by PedalSafe ROA, Ride Solutions, and Cardinal Bicycle is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9 at 6 pm. You can find more information and register (for FREE) at: https://www.bikereg.com/holiday-lights-9
Bedford County Parks and Recreation and The Bike Porch are presenting Bedford Cycle and Give, a free 3-part MTB race series that also gives back to the Bedford County Community.
- Christmas Station Shakedown - Saturday, December 14, 2025
- Winter Woof - Saturday, January 11, 2026
- Bedford Trailbuilder Bash - Saturday, February 15, 2026
  
  Dirty Kitty Winter Training Series starts on January 5, 2026 and has a junior discount.
Gravelocity, part of the Virginia Endurance Series, is January 11, 2026

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