Cross Timbers MTB Practices & Trails
Cross Timbers MTB Where We Ride

Practices & Trails

Practices are where athletes build skills, fitness, confidence, and connections with teammates.

Weekly Schedule

When We Ride

Riders are placed in ability-based groups led by coaches. Practices may include drills, skills work, trail riding, group communication, rider leads and sweeps, and team time after the ride.

Tuesday Nights
6:00–7:45 p.m.
Every week
Saturday
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
As scheduled
Sunday
2:00–4:00 p.m.
As scheduled

Please arrive early. Wheels roll within 10 minutes of the scheduled start time.

Cross Timbers MTB rider on a Texas trail
Ability Groups

Practice Groups

Athletes should choose the group that fits their current skills, energy, and readiness on that day. Not every practice needs to be full speed.

mild
Mild

Developing riders. These riders may walk multiple trail sections as they build confidence and technical skills.

medium
Medium

Experienced riders ready for longer routes and a steady pace. Must be able to complete 90%+ of obstacles at Northshore East.

spicy
Spicy

Advanced middle-school and JV riders. More distance, pace, and technical challenge. Reserved for a fast-pace group.

habanero
Habanero

Varsity and JV podium-level riders. The group the coaches need bikes to keep up with.

Cross Timbers MTB rider charging down a dusty trail
What We Ask

Rider Expectations

Every athlete is expected to:

  • Arrive prepared and on time.
  • Respect coaches, teammates, trail users, and the outdoors.
  • Follow safety rules at all times.
  • Ride with the appropriate group.
  • Stay with their buddy and group.
  • Never leave or change plans without telling a coach.
  • Communicate absences or schedule conflicts.
  • Bring the tools and knowledge needed for a basic trailside flat repair.

Weather plans: Trail conditions and rider safety come first. If weather or trail conditions require a change, the team may use park roads, sidewalks, all-weather routes, or another approved location. All updates and cancellations are shared in Flysport.cc.

Cross Timbers MTB rider on a rocky trail
Where We Ride

Regular Trail Locations

Northshore — MADD Shelter

4205 Twin Cv Wy, Lewisville, TX 75022

Rain: Park roads

Northshore — Lakeside

Lakeside Dog Park, Flower Mound, TX 75022

Rain: Park roads

Corinth

Courthouse, 3300 Corinth Pkwy, Corinth, TX 76208

Rain: Denton Katy Trail

Knob Hill

Cross Timbers Trailhead, 9802 Dunham Rd, Roanoke, TX 76262

Rain: Southwood Sports Complex, Roanoke, TX

Horseshoe

Lago Boathouse, Boathouse Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051

Rain: Shane Wilbanks Trail and Oak Grove Trail sidewalks

Special Trips

Special Trip Locations

Denton

5331 Hartlee Field Rd, Denton, TX 76208

Rain: Greenbelt Corridor Park, Aubrey

Arbor Hills

Arbor Hills Trail, Plano, TX 75093

Rain: Pavement routes

Isle du Bois

Isle du Bois State Park Road, Pilot Point, TX 76258

Rain: Randy Bell Scenic Trail and park roads

Frisco

14350 Teel Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034

Rain: All-Weather Trail

Stay in the Loop

Practice Updates Live in Flysport.cc

All schedule changes, weather cancellations, and location updates are communicated through Flysport.cc. Make sure your family is connected before the season starts.