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Ladies Mentorship Program

BIG NEWS FOR THE LADIES!

The Maxxis Bike ESC is partnering with the Outer Limits Cycle & Skis Racing Team to launch a brand-new Ladies Mentorship Program —designed to get more women on the start line.

We want to see more of you on the start line, so we’re tearing down the barriers to make it happen.

Here’s the deal:
Free Racing: We’re offering two free entries to a never-raced-before female racer at every Enduro event this season!

What’s Included

Racing

At every Enduro event this season, we’re offering two free entries to women who have never raced before and have no posted results on Roots and Rain

Mentorship

The Outer Limits Ladies will guide you through:

  • Registration
  • Gear prep
  • Course pre‑ride
  • Race‑day strategy
  • Post‑race debrief

From start to finish, you’ll have a team by your side.

Saturday Pre‑Rides

Join the ladies-only pre‑ride every Saturday.
Meet at the Maxxis ESC registration tents.

About the Program

The Ladies Mentorship Program was created by the Outer Limits Ladies to help reduce barriers and encourage more women to experience racing in a supportive, confidence‑building environment.

Who Can Apply

Women who:

  • Are 15+ years old
  • Have not raced before and have no posted results on Roots and Rain
  • Are comfortable with:
    • Rides lasting 2+ hours
    • Black diamond trails

Bike‑park riding is helpful but not required.
If you’re unsure you meet the criteria—reach out! We’re happy to help.

Expectations for Mentee’s

·         Be Open to Learning – Come ready to ask questions, try new things, and grow your confidence.

·         Communicate Early & Clearly – Respond to your mentor before race weekend and share any concerns or changes.

·         Arrive Prepared – Bring a safe, working bike, food/water, appropriate clothing, and basic protective gear.

·         Participate in Pre‑Ride & Race Day – Plan to attend Saturday registration + pre‑ride and show up on time for race‑day staging.

·         Respect the Process & People – Be considerate of your mentor, other riders, and event schedules.

·         Focus on Progress, Not Placement – Walk features if needed, set process‑based goals, and don’t worry about results.

·         Provide Post‑Race Feedback – Let us know what worked and what could be improved in the program.

·         Bring a Positive Attitude – Support other riders, celebrate wins, and have fun!

How the Mentors Will Support You

Your mentor will:

  • Connect with you before race weekend to answer questions
  • Help you plan what to bring, what to wear, how to fuel, and how to prep
  • Meet you Saturday morning for registration and pre‑ride
  • Ride the full course with you, practice lines, and race day strategy
  • Help you set process‑based goals (focus on progress, not placement)
  • Check in with you on race morning to ensure you’re ready
  • Meet up post-race to chat about the event and going forward
  • Follow up after the event to support your next steps

Support from Outer Limits

Mentees receive discounted pricing on:

  • Full‑face helmets
  • Knee pads
  • Elbow pads

These are highly recommended for racing—but not required.

Ready to finally send it? Stop thinking about it and just do it!

How to Apply

Email: ESC_LMP@outlook.com

Include:

  • Email
  • Phone
  • Age
  • The event that you’d like to attend.
  • Any questions

Please Note: On-site registration is not available for this program. To register, racers must contact us directly for specific registration procedures.