Diamonds are Forever!
Black Diamond Racing was founded out of a clear need to create a youth program that supports the future of enduro and downhill racing in a landscape largely dominated by traditional NICA teams. Our program offers an alternative pathway for young riders who are passionate about gravity-focused mountain biking. Built on the core principles of training with purpose, racing at a high level, and having fun, Black Diamond Racing has been setting a new standard since 2021. We focus on skill development, rider progression, and community. We focus on building confident athletes who carry their success from trails into everyday life.
After an early winter storm blessed California this weekend conditions in SoCal were all time! A typically blown and loose course was riding at its best with prime traction. Add in a $17,000 combined cash purse and live band… @bigbearmountainresort didn’t disappoint!
Huge S/O to the trail crew and operations for getting things running in time for racing. Y’all are the backbone of the mountain!
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
Snow Valley Downhill 2026
Men 19-34
🥉 @lswidler
Men 17-18
🥉 @christian.taf0ya
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@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
Still feels like summer
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
Blown… where you at, El Niño? 🌧️
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
Loose as a 🪿
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
What an incredible weekend in Oregon, capped off with some phenomenal racing! Ashland delivered in every way, from the amazing trails and challenging course to the incredible energy of the riders. It was a fitting finale as @ca_enduro brought an end to a legacy of enduro racing. To say we’re bummed to see this chapter come to a close would be an understatement. We’re incredibly grateful for the memories, the competition, and the community that made it so special.
While it’s bittersweet to say goodbye, we’re excited to see what the future holds for youth racing and can’t wait to see what comes next!
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
Ashland Mountain Challenge 2026
Sport Boys 16-17
🥇 @vaughnschuyler
5 @willnichols47
Sport Boys 12-15
🥈 @milogramkowski
🥉 @beckett._m
Expert Men U 18
🥉 @tanner_towles
Beginner Open Men
🥇 @zenk_222
https://www.mountainbikingexperts.org/black-diamond-racing/
@baycyclesco
@rideepicenter
@summitbicycles
@click_suspension
@mtb_clubhouse
#BDR #blackdiamondracing #enduro #downhill #bayarea
FALL-SEASON ( September - November)
Registration Opens July
Northstar Ditch Day
Northstar Karpiel
Ashland Mountain Challenge
Snow Valley
Spring-SEASON ( March - May )
Registration Opens January
Exchequer Extravaganza
Sea Otter Classic
Marinduro
Nevada City Enduro
Georgetown Enduro
Meet our Coaches
Lukas T. Swidler, founder of MTBX, started the program in 2020 to get more kids on bikes and explore trails across the greater Bay Area. Based in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Lukas brings a versatile riding style and a passion for adventure, helping riders build skills, confidence, and a love for the sport on the trail.
Vincent Brickey, MTBX Regional Director and Coach, is a dedicated mountain biker with expertise in enduro and downhill riding. With years of riding and coaching experience, Vince focuses on strong fundamentals, smooth flow, and helping riders progress with confidence on the trail.
