Durham Shredders

28/04/2026

Wind, grit, and a whole lot of Shredders out on course!

This past weekend, our Race and Devo team showed up in full force at Paris to Ancaster — one of the most iconic (and toughest!) spring races on the calendar. From athletes to parents jumping in on the action, it was incredible to see such a strong Shredders presence across all distances.

💥 Breve (45km)
F U12: Clare Caners🥇
M U12: Julian Porter🥉
F 15-16: Lucy Pye🥇
M 15-16: Kieran Tyers🥇| Henry Pye 6th

🔥 Classic (70km):
F 11-15: Nicole Haviland🥈| Marlowe Cureton 7th
M 11-15: Levi Bensimon🥇| Iain Bliss 🥈
F 16-19: Anna Christensen🥇| Charlotte Caners 🥈| Julia Meyer 4th
M 16-9: Sam Chora🥈| Blake Davis🥉| Hudson Davis 11th

Huge shoutout to the following riders who came away with a top 20 overall finish (with over 790 riders!): Levi (5th), Sam (9th), Anna (10th), Nicole (14th), Charlotte (15th), and Iain (16th)! 💪

⚡ Cento (~110km)
F Elite Jn: Clare Hauber 🥉
M Elite Jn: Josh Tyers 3rd | Grayson Jewiss 14th | Asher Bensimon 15th | Sailor Verbeek 19th

An incredible day of racing, effort, and resilience across the board — and a pretty special one seeing families out there taking it on together.

Safe to say… the season is officially ON. 🚴‍♀️🔥

24/04/2026

This week has been National Volunteer Week — but the truth is, what our volunteers do isn’t something we think about just once a year.

Behind every ride, every event, and every opportunity we create for our athletes, there’s a group of people giving their time, energy, and care to make it all happen.

From trail maintenance and race day support, to planning, organizing, and the countless behind-the-scenes hours that keep everything running — your impact is felt everywhere.

You help shape this community into what it is, and what it continues to become. And we don’t take that for granted.

Thank you for everything you do. 💙

21/04/2026

We’re incredibly proud to introduce our 2026 Shredders Devo Team. 🚵‍♀️🔥

Representing the highest level of competitive programming within our club, the Devo Team is built for athletes with big goals — those striving to compete on national, international, and World Cup stages.

Each year, athletes apply for the opportunity to be part of this program, and selections are made based on commitment, drive, and alignment with the values that define the Shredders.

This year, we are humbled and excited to double the size of our team — welcoming 12 athletes to the 2026 Devo roster:
🔥 Charlotte Caners, U17 G
🔥 Anna Christensen, U17 G
🔥 Sam Chora, Jn. Men
🔥 Grayson Jewiss, Jn. Men
🔥 Clare Hauber, Jn. Women
🔥 Alexa Haviland, Jn. Women
🔥 Asher Bensimon, Jn. Men
🔥 Blake Davis, Jn. Men
🔥 Finn Cureton, Jn. Men
🔥 Leo Chicoine, Elite Men
🔥 Alex McCabe, Elite Men
🔥 Dylan Kerr, Elite Men

This group represents not only a high level of performance, but a shared passion for growth, resilience, and supporting one another along the way.

We’re also proud to recognize our 2026 Devo Bursary recipients:
Clare Hauber, Alexa Haviland, Leo Chicoine, and Dylan Kerr. This bursary supports our competitive athletes actively pursuing podiums at the provincial, national, and international level — a reflection of their commitment, work ethic, and drive to compete at the highest level.

More to come soon — including the launch of our new website, where you can learn more about each of these athletes.

We can’t wait to see what this team accomplishes this season.

20/04/2026

Every off-season, we make it a priority to keep the momentum going — and this winter was no exception. 🚵‍♀️❄️☀️

From regular indoor training sessions each week, to destination riding in Malaga and Victoria, to fat bike days, California miles, and showing up for our community at events like the SHErides Summit — our Race and Devo athletes have been putting in the work all winter long.

Different locations, different conditions, same goal: keep building.

Whether it was chasing dry trails, or grinding through winter miles at home, this group showed consistency, commitment, and a deep love for the sport. Now, with race season just around the corner, it’s time to bring it all together.

Let’s go!💥

18/04/2026

The wait is almost over — we’re so excited to kick off the 2026 Shredders season! 🚵‍♀️🌲

With things getting started next week, here’s a quick reminder of the season start dates: 👇
April 21st – Race Team / PreComp begins
April 22nd – Woody Weekly kicks off
April 28th & 30th – Learn to Ride & Learn to Race (Session 1) 👉 Sessions 2 & 3 follow in June and July (see graphic for full dates)

Please note: Race Team/PreComp and Woody Weekly begin one week earlier than our LTR/LTRace programs.

We can’t wait to see everyone back on the trails! 💥🚴‍♂️

26/03/2026

Big miles, big climbs, and a whole lot of time on the bike. 🚵‍♀️

Over March Break, our Race and Devo teams headed south for 9 days of spring training, putting in the work as the upcoming season quickly approaches.

With mostly great weather (minus one very wet ride), the group logged plenty of miles and elevation while sharpening their technical skills on terrain very different from what we see at home. From long climbing days to challenging technical features, it was the perfect environment to push limits and build confidence on the bike.

Opportunities like this are invaluable preparation as we look ahead to the upcoming season, while also helping our athletes continue developing the skills that make them stronger riders overall.

Most importantly, it was an awesome week of riding, learning, and building momentum together as a team.

Safe to say the legs are awake and we’re excited for what’s ahead! 🔥

25/03/2026

Trail season is almost here and we cannot wait to get back out there! 🚵‍♀️🌲

In just over a month, our 2026 Shredders programming kicks off, and spots are disappearing. Our first Learn to Ride session is 90% full, with the remaining sessions filling quickly. Our full-season PreComp program is also down to just a few remaining spots.

From first pedals on the trails to building confidence, friendships, and skills all summer long — Durham Shredders is all about getting kids outside, riding local trails, and being part of an incredible biking community.

If your rider has been thinking about joining, now’s the time! Whether they want to try a 6-week Learn to Ride session or jump into the full summer program, we’d love to welcome them to the Shredders crew.

Head to our website (🔗 in bio) to learn more and secure your spot before programs fill up.

The trails are out there. Let’s ride!

18/03/2026

Season opener in the books! 💥

Our Race and Devo teams are currently down in Brevard for a training camp. Alexa, Clare, Finn, Blake, Grayson, Leo, Alex (x2), and Iain kicked things off with some early-season racing at this weekend. It was a great opportunity to shake out the legs, test the fitness, and get back into race mode. Top ten results:

Saturday – XCC
Junior Women 17–18: Alexa🥇| Clare 4th

Sunday – XCO
Junior Women 17–18: Clare🥉
Elite Men: Leo 9th

Sunday brought a few setbacks, including a tough mechanical for Alexa early in the race that meant a long run to the tech zone.😅

All in all, a solid start to the year and an awesome way to kick off an incredible week of training in Brevard. The work continues! 🚵‍♀️💪

08/03/2026

Today is International Women’s Day — a moment to celebrate the incredible women who ride, lead, support, and inspire within our community. 💜

At The Durham Shredders, our commitment to gender equity isn’t limited to just one day - it’s at the core of everything we do.

Every ride, every program, and every opportunity we create is rooted in the belief that women and girls deserve to be seen, supported, and celebrated in sport. We strive to uplift their voices, shine a spotlight on their achievements, and help inspire them to see just how powerful their potential can be.

Today and every day, we ride together. 💜🚴‍♀️

05/03/2026

Winter doesn’t slow this crew down. ❄️🚲

The Shredders Race Team has been putting in the work this off-season - building skills, strength, and speed.

Huge thanks to for hosting us for another awesome training session.

We’re fired up for dirt season - it’s just around the corner!

13/02/2026

🚵 Registration Open! Durham Shredders Youth Mountain Bike Club

Looking for an active outdoor sport your child will love?

Durham Shredders delivers recreational youth mountain biking programs for boys and girls ages 7–18 in Durham Region.

✔ Ride awesome local trails
✔ Level up skills each week
✔ Make new friends
✔ Gain confidence on and off the bike

Perfect for kids who love being active and are ready for their next mountain biking adventure.

Spots fill quickly. Register today.
Programs run this spring and summer.

The trails are out there. Let’s ride.

Durham Shredders is a youth mountain bike club offering recreational riding, skills development, and competitive race programs for ages 7–18.