Team
Deep South Collective exists to develop disciplined, race-ready junior athletes prepared to compete at the highest levels of mountain biking. Our season runs January 1 through USAC Nationals, built around structured training, professional standards, and a high-performance team culture.
Team fees are based on selected race events and may adjust once final race promoter schedules are released.
Example Fee Breakdown
Team Kit: $175
National Race: $125
Regional Race: $75
Regional Race: $75
Total: $450
Race day support
Race course walkthrough and strategy development.
Nutrition, tools, and coach support.
Feed zone support
Regular team practices
Participation in monthly pre-season team practices throughout the southeast in North Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama. Unscheduled team practices are optional.
Membership fee
The fee includes pre-payment for races, race day nutrition, course walkthroughs, race support, and team tent. You have the ability to choose which races you wish to participate in.
Requirements
Parent/Guardian permission
Obtain a USAC License
Provide proof of health insurance
Have reliable race-worthy equipment (bike, helmet, shoes, etc.)
Team kit (approximately $175)
Participate in all practices
Complete all registered races
Maintain a positive attitude, good sportsmanship, and strong character on and off the bike.
2026 National Race Schedule
It's still early. The final schedule will be posted as race promoters release more information. Races are expected to start in mid-March and conclude with USAC National Championship in July.
Rock Creek Rumble
Zirconia, NC
March 14-15
March 18-21
May 1-3
US Pro Cup
Fayetteville, AR
USAC National Series
Danville, VA
USAC National Championship
Roanoke, VA
July 15-19
2026 Regional Race Schedule
The final schedule will be posted as race promoters release more information. We will be participating in most of the GoneRiding.com Georgia State Championship Series Races.
Georgia State Championship Series - Yonah
Cleveland, GA
April 25-26
May 31
June 14