Over 1,000 kids have received Trek Pathfinders Scholarships!
In 2021, Trek launched the Pathfinders Scholarship to break down barriers and bring more diversity, equity, and inclusion to youth mountain biking. This program provides young riders of color with the bikes, gear, and support they need to thrive in the sport.
Since then, we’ve received thousands of applications from passionate student-athletes across the country. In 2024, Pathfinders were represented on 102 teams in 28 NICA Leagues — building confidence, community, and a lifelong love of riding.
Who can apply? Applications can be submitted by coaches, student athletes, or parents of athletes. Recipients must be NICA student athletes of color.
What's included in the scholarship? The Pathfinders Scholarship provides recipients with a Trek Marlin mountain bike, helmet, shoes, accessories, and a kit. Additionally, recipients receive a stipend to cover NICA league membership fees and entry fees for a full season of racing.
Why NICA? NICA’s mission is to build strong minds, bodies, character and communities through cycling. They develop interscholastic and community-based cycling programs for student athletes and coaches across the country.