The Head for the Hills Downhill Junior Development Squad is designed to support riders competing at Inside Line downhill mountain bike race events. It is comprised of both skills development and race preparation sessions. In 2023 we will have separate “Club” and “State” squads to support riders competing at different levels.

Program Overview

Inside line will be running two different race series in 2023, the Club Cup and the State Series. The Junior Development Squads have been specifically designed to support riders competing in either series.

Club Cup Squad

The Inside Line Club Cup is new in 2023 and provides a downhill race series that aims to be more accessible to more people. The defining features of the Club Cup include:

  • Single-day events
  • Milder courses
  • Supportive environment

The Club Cup Squad will undergo two pre-season skills training sessions to help them set goals and prepare for the upcoming races. There will then be three in-season training sessions to further develop skills and prepare for the individual demands of each event.

State Series Squad

The Inside Line State Series is business as usual this year, although we could expect to see the level raised to further challenge the best riders in the state. The defining features of the State Series include:

  • Two-day events
  • Difficult courses
  • Competitive environment

The State Series Squad will undergo three pre-season skills training sessions to help them set goals and prepare for the upcoming races. There will then be six “recon rides” prior to each event that will enable the squad to plan and prepare for the upcoming event as well as three online theory sessions.

Please note:
The Downhill Junior Development Squad is a Tier 3 program. If you are unsure whether this program is for you, or you are unsure which squad is most suitable, we strongly encourage you to contact us before registering.

Program Details

Club Cup State Series
Minimum Age:
as of 31/12/23
11 12
Maximum Age:
as of 31/12/23
14 16
Min Ability: Intermediate
Cost: $360pp $575pp
Pre Season Sessions: 2 x 4hrs 3 x 5hrs
Race Prep Sessions: 4 x 3hrs 6 x 3hrs
Online Theory Sessions: 3 x 1hr

Session Details & Registration

Club CupState Series

Pre Season Skills

Date Time Venue
Session 1 March 19 10am – 2pm O’Halloran Hill RP
Session 2 April 2 10am – 2pm Shepherds Hill RP

In Season Skills

Date Time Venue
Session 3 May 7 9am – 12pm Ashley Hills Estate
Session 4 June 4 9am – 12pm Fox Creek Bike Park
Session 5 June 25 9am – 12pm Eagle MTB Park
Session 6 July 23 9am – 12pm Fox Creek Bike Park

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