Trail Talks with Florida NICA

Get ready to be inspired by the next generation of leaders! On this episode of Trail Talks, FL NICA senior and student leadership council member, Michael Parajon, shares his incredible journey with FL NICA and the local racing scene in the Southeast, proving that with passion and dedication, anything is possible! Listen in and discover the power of perseverance and community.

Get ready to be inspired! 🌟 Sage Mazza shares her incredible 7-year journey with the Florida NICA league on our Trail Talks podcast, as she prepares to take her passion for film to the next level in college. We're thrilled to welcome her to the Iron Saddle Club and can't wait to see the impact she'll continue to make in the community! 💪 Thank you, Sage, for spreading your infectious...

This Town Hall discussion about Adventure Day, scheduled for April 25th at San Felasco in the Gainesville area. Jackie, Ralph, and Joe presented the event details, including the schedule, venue requirements, and adventure activities that teams can participate in to earn points. They explained the process for forming teams, earning points through riding trails and completing challenges, and returni...

This episode focused on preparing for the upcoming Jurassic Shred race in Tallahassee on April 10-11, 2026 with Joe presenting detailed information about the event logistics, course details, and race procedures. The discussion covered race timing, volunteer requirements, safety protocols, and specific guidelines for staging and equipment checks. Joe explained that the course lap would be approxima...

Joe and Jackie provided detailed information about an upcoming FL NICA Who you Gonna Call? Trailbusters (Ghostbuster themed) mountain biking event, covering logistics, schedules, and guidelines. Key points included venue rules (no open flames, smoking, or alcohol), parking instructions, and specific timing for volunteer shifts, registration, and racing activities. The event will feature food truck...

Shred Wars Episode 7 Planning A return of the force…and the fun. The force is strong with this one. Join us for Shred Wars: Episode 7 – The Flow Awakens where Jedi riders and Sith shredders battle it out on the trails. Bring your lightsabers, your best Star Wars gear, and prepare for a ride that’s out of this galaxy. ✨ #LightsCameraPedal #ShredWars #TheFlowAwakensJackie opened the town hall meeti...

This Town Hall focused on the upcoming Santos race event, where Jackie and Joe provided detailed information about the race schedule, venue and new rules. They discussed the mass start format, pre-ride procedures, and emphasized the importance of proper equipment checks and communication during the race. The Florida Horse Park venue was highlighted for its camping opportunities and strict rules re...

Florida NICA is gearing up for an exciting Season 7 with a movie-themed focus:  “Blockbuster: Lights, Camera, Pedal.”  Event weekends will take place at  CRP, Santos, Dyer, Lakeland, Tallahassee, and San Felasco this year. New this season: 5th graders are officially included Separate course previews for  5th and 6th graders New  middle school race categories based on ability Adventure activities w...