Who are we?

We're a team of middle school students, both girls and boys, who love mountain biking. Our club comprises children who live in and attend public and private middle schools in Oakland and its surrounding areas. We ride for fun, not competition!

Our mission is to get more kids on bikes. We focus on mountain biking because it is safe and fun. It gives kids an opportunity to get outside, get exercise, explore, and learn about the natural world that is around us. We want all kids to have the chance to experience this sport, regardless of their income, and as much as possible, we strive to make that happen. We want to give kids who don't participate in sports a chance to try an activity that might be a good fit for them.

We think screens are okay, but we prefer offering a fun alternative to staring at a phone. We want to teach all kids the basic physical skill of riding a bike for safety, fun, and confidence. We aim to help teach life lessons by coaching kids to ride mountain bikes, fostering strong minds, bodies, and character in the process. We hope to produce lifetime riders.

Gear & Inclusivity

No bike? No problem! If your child needs a loaner bike or gear, or wants to apply for the Pathfinders Scholarship, just let us know — we’ll help every rider get out on the trails!

Everyone deserves to ride — let’s make it happen!