Oakland DevoAbout & FAQ
Oakland Devo is a volunteer-run mountain bike club for 5th–8th graders, part of the NorCal League and NICA. Morgan Fletcher founded it in 2016. Last season we rode with 69 kids.
Team FAQ
What's the season like?
Pre-season fun rides run October to December. The season runs from the kickoff ride on January 9 to the end of May, with a Saturday ride, a Wednesday after-school ride, and an optional Monday conditioning ride each week.
Do we have to race?
No. We're a non-competitive club. The NorCal League middle school series has five races, including the championship, and every one is optional. There's an untimed fun category for first-timers. 5th graders can race only in the final race of the season.
What does the $330 cover?
$130 goes to the NorCal League and NICA for insurance and coach licensing. $200 goes to Oakland Devo for:
- Your rider's team jersey
- Coach training (first aid, CPR, skills clinics, background checks)
- Team gear like tents, radios, first aid kits and the loaner fleet
- Race and adventure ride support
Fee waivers are available. Just email us.
Who are the coaches?
Parents and community volunteers, licensed and trained by NICA. Every ride group has at least two coaches, one of them Level 2 or higher, plus a radio and a first aid kit.
Can 5th graders join?
Yes, new this year. A parent or coach rides along with 5th graders on every ride.
Is there transportation?
Most rides start in Joaquin Miller Park. We don't provide transportation to adventure rides or races, but we help families set up carpools.
What's expected of riders and families?
- Come to rides consistently. It's how kids build skills and friendships.
- Learn trail etiquette; we share the park with hikers and horses.
- Parents: ride with us, help at an event, or join a trail work day.
Where our riders go next
Devo is a feeder program for these high school teams:
Schools without their own team, like Alameda High and Bishop O'Dowd, ride with Oakland Composite.