WB BIKE SCHOOL
GENERAL INFORMATION AND QUICKLINKS TO EVERYTHING BIKE SCHOOL
On this page you can find information on the Bike School general operations:
Your Bike School Leadership Team
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Your Bike School Leadership Team 〰️
Lockers & Bike Storage
There is only space for one bike each in Admin (Blackcomb Kids) and G1 (Whistler Kids). There are only 30 spots in G1 and 50 in Admin they will be allotted equally to Full Time Kids and Adults coaches. You will receive an email if you are eligible for a spot.
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There is only space for one bike each in Admin (Blackcomb Kids) and G1 (Whistler Kids). There are only 30 spots in G1 and 50 in Admin they will be allotted equally to Full Time Kids and Adults coaches. You will receive an email if you are eligible for a spot.
Pod 101’s
It is common to be sent to another POD or area of the School to teach. You can use the following documents to prepare you in advance so you know what to expect for the day.
Stay All Season Program
The “Stay All Season Program” is a program designed to give staff access to cheaper (or free!) physiotherapy. This is available to Full Time and Part Time staff. If you do not qualify for benefits, you may qualify for up to 4 free summer physio sessions.
This program is available to all new staff that haven't qualifies for benefits. Make use of the SAS (Stay all Season) Program
To register please visit the First Aid Room in the Springs Building.
To book an appointment, call (604) 200-1731 or book online: https://www.wpchealth.com/
Email (info@wpchealth.com) may be a better option - we have passed on the feedback that it is hard to get through by phone
Uniform Information
An instructor uniform is provided for you to use while working for the season. This year we will be in all Fox apparel consisting of; helmet, pads (knee & elbow), gloves, jerseys (short and long sleeve), rain jacket, shorts, pants and a pack.
Uniform pick up will be back at The Springs. We will let you know when it is time to pick up your uniform, please DO NOT go before you get the email.
The Springs will have a list of what everyone is allocated. Please see the list below to see what full time and part time are eligible for. If you feel the allocation the Springs have for you is incorrect please do not argue with the staff (remember rule number 1!!! Be nice!!) talk to your supervisor who can email an exception IF required.
FULL TIME STAFF
Shorts - we will allocate 1 to start to ensure everyone gets the size they need
Pants - we will allocate 1 to start to ensure everyone gets the size they need
Jerseys x3 - we will allocate 2 to start to ensure everyone gets the size they need
Gloves
Shoes - order form was emailed to you
Every other year:
Rain jacket
Full-face helmet
Pads (elbows and knees)
Pack if needed
PART TIME STAFF
Shorts/Pants - we will allocate 1 to start to ensure everyone gets the size they need
Jersey - we will allocate 1 to start to ensure everyone gets the size they need if you works many days a week we will assign you more
Gloves
Helmets (full face while in the Bike Park and half shell for XC riding), eyewear, pads (knee and elbow), glove and pack are mandatory while working.
This equipment is provided to us as part of our sponsorship contract and should always be worn while you are at work. Items can be used for personal riding; however, jerseys and rain jackets are NOT to be worn when you are not working.
Any uniform items received needs to be worn while working. If equipment doesn’t fit/work for you, you can use your own pads, helmet or pack but you are required to return ay items you are not using for other staff to use. Equipment is yours to keep at the end of the season and will need to be reused the following season. Helmets, pads and packs are replaced every 2 years.
Uniform items should not be sold on Facebook or to friends as they are for your use only. Any unused items should be returned.
Staff Bikes
A great perk if you stay for more than one season. You could be eligible to purchase a staff bike at a really good price. There is limited amount we get for our bike school staff, and you have to be on the list from the following season and meet the full-time requirements. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we’re incredibly fortunate to offer high-quality bikes and unique opportunities to our instructors. That said, our allotment from sponsors continues to shift from year to year, and unfortunately, we’re not able to guarantee a bike for everyone..
They’re two main styles to choose from an Enduro Bike or Downhill Bike. Signing up doesn’t automatically mean you get one but you will be on the list and will get an email whether you were chosen to receive one for the following season.
Conditions that accompany purchasing a Commencal Staff Bike.
We are very excited about our new partnership with Commencal and continuing our relationships with all our other Bike Park partner. Providing our staff with the best possible bike for their job continues to be a priority and many people work very hard to ensure that remains possible. As Full Time Bike Park employees, you are a critical part of ensuring Whistler Mountain Bike Park remains the best in the world. Our sponsors place significant value on their partnership with the Bike Park, and view you as key ambassadors of their brands.
You are expected to use your bike at work in Whistler Mountain Bike Park. You must maintain your Staff Bike with components from official Whistler Mountain Bike Park sponsors only. If you choose/need to replace a part, it must be with one from a Whistler Mountain Bike Park sponsor.
You can find a full list of components for each of the different Staff Bike's here.
Please note, this year all bikes will come equipped with an air shock. This was determined by Commencal and Rock Shox as the best option for all bikes. If you ordered a Meta SX, this is a brand new platform for 2025 and you can find a review of the bike here. As noted in the review, the frame design can limit fitting a full size waterbottle on smaller frames. Consider purchasing an adaptor such as this one from Wolftooth in order to change the mount location. Another option is these Fidlock bottle systems.
You must keep your bike until October 10th, 2025. After that point, you can sell it if you wish to do so. Please keep in mind that we do not have a confirmed arrival date for next year’s bikes.
You are expected to be a good ambassador for Whistler Mountain Bike Park and represent our sponsors professionally.
Failure to adhere to these conditions could result in the loss of your privilege to order a bike in the future, or disciplinary action.
Own Bike Specs
You will need you own bike that well maintained and is suitable to ride on local trials and/or bike park.
Minimum requirement - enduro bike with dual suspension (150mm - 170mm travel) and disc brakes.
Used bikes can be found on pinkbike and Facebook Whistler Mountain Bike Buy and Sell
Good bikes can be expensive but $2000-$3500 is realistic.
Always look at bikes before buying and talk to someone who knows bikes
Ask what year it is from - watch out for less expensive bikes that are over 10 years old
First Aid & Tool Kit
Contents of the First Aid Kit can be provided and replenished throughout the season. You will need to have a something to store your supplies in.
You will need the following tools on you for trail side repairs.
Pump
Tire levers
Spare tubes (for you and guests wheel size)
Patch Kit
Allan key set/ Multi Tool
Adjustable wrench
Chain breaker and quick links
zap straps - various sizes
Bike Set Up
Commencal Suspension Set-Up
Check out Commencal's guide to suspension set-up to help get your bike running great.