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The NC NICA Podcast

By: Brian Russell and Shawn Moore
  • Summary

  • The official podcast of the North Carolina NICA league. The focus of this podcast is on coaching and team development and everything we do to get #morekidsonbikes! Topics of discussion will range from NICA practice design and activities to issues concerning managing teams to provide student-athletes with the best NICA experience we can provide. We'll also talk about our GRiT, Teen Trail Corps, and Adventure programs, too! Join us as we explore how best to develop positive, confident adults using mountain biking as our tool of choice and hopefully creating a new generation of lifelong mountain bikers in the process!
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Episodes
  • Ooooh, we're halfway there...
    Apr 12 2024

    Introduction (Shawn) - almost halfway through the season of adventure!


    Topic: Event Reviews (Brian and Shawn)

    -Salisbury Scramble

    -TTC work

    -reversed start/finish

    -live results

    -event recap on YouTube

    -Danville Dash - brand new

    -Adventure course

    -race course - positive reviews

    -KOM/QOM segment

    -event recap coming


    Topic: Mayhem at Mayodan Preview (Brian and Shawn)

    -Theme: Out of This World

    -Saturday

    -Trail work opportunity: (3) sessions PZ registration required

    -course inspection - group riding reminder

    -Staff Pie Smash - fundraiser reminder (ends 28 May)

    -Sunday

    -course preview is available on YouTube channel

    -warm up “area” - in the field

    -Dates: 12 April (category petitions), 14 April registration deadline, 17 Apr Town Hall

    Topic: Rules (Shawn and Brian)

    -Handbook reminder: we all agree to abide by the rules when we sign up and in essence serve as a NICA ambassador - wherever we are

    -Two recent issues: course crossing and ear buds. This is all safety based - situational awareness.

    -Swiss Cheese model of human error

    -we need your help: dogs


    Topic: 5 String Stampede (Fletcher) 4-5 May Preview (Brian and Shawn)

    -Theme: Wild West

    -Context and background story: western venue - yay! Western venue - challenges!

    -Course preview released this weekend

    -Senior night and celebration


    Topic: Upcoming (Shawn and Brian)


    1. Season Showdown (Mayodan) 18-19 May
      1. Qualifying: top 30 in each category OR top 20 placement in at least 2 races
      2. Still working schedule and guidance for non-racers
    2. Whitewater Windup (Whitewater Center) 1-2 June
      1. Venue survey this Saturday 13 April to finalize plan
      2. Basic format: riding/games on Saturday (orienteering), some activity Sunday morning, season awards and fundraiser prizes early afternoon to let folks get on the road



    Closing (All)

    Dad joke



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    45 mins
  • Season 4, Episode 7 - Beach Bash Bosh
    Mar 8 2024

    Introduction (Shawn)


    Topic: Crankin at the Creek Review (Brian and Shawn)

    -Theme: Beach Bash

    -Saturday

    -Adventure Course

    -TTC tent (rock crawler)

    -pre-ride new race course (thanks Cape Fear SORBA)

    -Sunday

    -Adventure course stayed open (warm up lap)

    -live results

    -Podium socks (thanks to Ridge Supply)

    Topic: Spring Giveaway campaign teaser (Brian)

    -Campaign launch date: Friday, March 1st

    Hybrid: online and paper tickets, multiple prizes from league sponsors

    Campaign end date: midnight Tuesday, May 28th

    Giveaway date: Sunday, June 2nd


    Topic: Salisbury Scramble Preview (Brian and Shawn)

    -Theme: Adventure is Out There

    -Context: venue is tight (parking, infield, race course crossings)

    -Saturday

    -Trail work opportunity: (2) sessions 1:15pm and 3:45 pm. PZ registration required

    -Rock crawler: passport activity 22 (2 hours work) and 25 (pick up trash)

    -course inspection - stick to groups (1 lap and multi lap)

    -Tire clinics - passport opportunity! Skinny Wheels bike shop and Black Ox (prize pack in the spring fundraiser) for tubeless set up clinic

    -Movie Night (Up) - 7-9pm PZ registration required. Special VIP section for the team that earns the most fundraising by midnight on 10 March

    -Sunday

    -schedule changes published by Wed

    -course preview is available on YouTube channel

    -course crossing guidance

    -pick up your trash!

    Topic: Date Reminders (Shawn and Brian)


    Highlights

    1. Salisbury Scramble
      1. Category petitions: 8 Mar
      2. Event registration: 10 Mar
      3. Town Hall: 13 Mar
    2. Trail Week coming! 18-24 March. Contact Leonard for info



    Closing (All)

    Dad joke



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    36 mins
  • Here We Go (again)
    Feb 5 2024

    Introduction (Shawn)


    Topic: Season Overview (Brian, Shawn and Chelle)

    -Event names and themes

    -First Event: Crankin at the Creek

    -Theme: Beach Bash

    -New race course - video preview

    -Podium socks - Ridge Supply

    -Live results

    -Adventure Ride

    -Adventure and TTC at every venue: passport activity and TTC tent

    -Salisbury Scramble: TTC

    -Danville Dash: Adventure Ride

    -Mayhem at Mayodan: TTC

    -5 String Stampede: Meet and Ride with the Trail Builder (Senior Night)

    -Camping and Volunteer registrations go to Home Teams first, then the league


    Topic: Team and Wave Management (Shawn and Brian)

    -Composite team sub scoring

    -Seeding

    -Earned Lap Cutoff time


    Topic: Spring Giveaway campaign teaser (Chelle)

    -Campaign launch date: Friday, March 1st

    Paper ticket distribution: Browns Creek event weekend

    Campaign end date: midnight Tuesday, May 28th

    Giveaway date: Sunday, June 2nd


    Topic: Date Reminders (Shawn and Brian)


    Highlights

    1. Crankin at the Creek
      1. Category petitions: 23 Feb
      2. Trail Work Day: 24 Feb (contact Dave Droke)
      3. Event registration: 25 Feb - last day for season discount package
      4. Registering for the entire weekend! Wristbands
      5. Caution: no refunds
    2. Trail Week coming! 18-24 March. Contact Leonard for info



    Closing (All)

    Dad joke



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    50 mins

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