Unlock Your Riding Potential
Join us for mountain bike based skills training on our local trails in the WIlmington NC and surrounding areas. This isn't your normal prescription of trainer workouts. We are here to help you improve on the bike in any scenario. From beginner to expert.
Our Philosophy
Zone 5 Training started with the idea of extracting the maximum out of a rider’s bike handling skill, efficiency, and trail knowledge. We feel that in general, cycling training and coaching is missing a big piece of the puzzle. The riding the bike part. Yes, there are endless benefits to having a high level of bike fitness, and many options for training plans for ways to get to that level of fitness. Zone 5 Training is focused on providing the tools to allow the rider to be a proficient bike rider FIRST. This allows you to ride the bike safe, ride the bike fast, and use less effort in the process. We offer coaching sessions from first timer and beginner to expert.
Meet The Rider Coaches
Zack Kropp
Mark Hunt
Questions?
"Hey guys! I'm an Expert National Champion motorcycle roadracer with CCS /ASRA and mountain biker local to the Wilmington NC area. I have over 10 years experience riding the local Wilmington and surrounding area trails. I really got into endurance XC mountain bike racing around seven years ago and have learned a ton for race day prep and training by riding and racing all over the United States. I have diverse experiences in multiple disciplines (xc mountain bike, enduro, road, gravel, fat bike, bmx). Im a new dad and I understand life can be crazy busy and we can't all spend 10 hours a week on the bike. I'm here to help you be the most efficient, safe, and fastest rider you can be with the seat time you have. Hope to see you on the trail." - Zack Kropp
Experience Sheet:
-2020 Expert National Champion: Middleweight GP Daytona International Speedway (Yamaha R6 / Kropp 604 Racing)
-Previous Motorcycle Trackday Coaching experience
-2021 Leadville 100 (Mountain) (10hrs 0 minutes)
-2021 Holly Shelter Gravel Grinder (2nd pace MTB)
-2020 CCORS Cat 1 Expert Overall 1st place (Mountain)
-2020 ORAMM (Mountain)
-2020 MonsterCross 50mi (gravel)
-2019 Shenandoah 100 (Mountain)
-2019 Six Gap Century (road)
-2019 Uwharrie Gravel Grinder (gravel)
-2019 Saluda Roubaix (gravel)
-2018 Wilmington Whiteface (LT100 Qualifier) (Mountain)
-2018 GFNY (Road)
-2018 Bleeding Kansas Gravelduro (1st place 20-29) (Gravel / enduro)
-2018 Kansas Pony Express (gravel)
-2018 Browns Creek MTB Brawl (2nd) (mountain)
-2017 Shenandoah 100 (mountain)
-2017 Monstercross 50mi (gravel)
-2016 Monstercross 50mi (gravel)
"Hey people! I Previously I have a background in surfing and motocross but have been in love with mountain biking for the better part of the last decade. My motocross background has definitely played a role in my riding style and I'd love to pass on some of my know how. Whether it be to get your next KOM, getting to a race win, or just picking up a new skill on the bike, I can help get you there. Lets ride bikes!" - Mark Hunt
Experience Sheet:
-Multiple CCORS Cat 1 Race wins and podiums
-Fastest Lap ever recorced @ Blue Clay Bike Park
Click the Class Info link below to get a detailed structure of class and instruction options. When you're ready to hit the trails, use the Contact Us link to schedule a date!
Contact Us
Contact us to get out on the trail
z5letsride@gmail.com