How much do you really know about safe riding?
We are excited to be able to offer a series of bicycle safety classes this year led by RBC Member, Lori Burch. Lori is a Cycling Instructor certified by the League of American Bicyclists.
Part 1 (Thursday May 21, 6:30PM, Rain date May 28) will cover basic bike handling skills for the beginning cyclists or for those looking to improve their handling skills.
Part 2 (Saturday, May 23, 1:00PM, Rain date May 30) will cover hazard avoidance skills as well as recommended gear for safe cycling.
These will be hands-on, active participation classes, so bring your bike, rain jacket and your helmet! Class size is limited to a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 10 attendees. Sign up required. As these parts are largely held outside, extreme weather will be a cause to reschedule.
A registration fee of $25 is required when signing up. Current RBC members will have this fee refunded upon completion of both parts of the Safety Class.
Part 1- Improve your comfort level and confidence with riding on 2 wheels! This is a hands-on, active participation cycling class so bring a helmet and your bike. In this class participants will learn about and practice the following basic cycling skills in the safety of a closed parking lot:
- Proper bike and helmet fit
- The ABC Quick Check for a safe ride
- Effective starting and stopping
- How to ride in a straight line
- Basic shifting
- How to “scan” (looking behind you) while moving
- Proper signaling
- Quick stop
Part 2- Once you have mastered basic handling skills, the next step in riding a bike safely is to learn how to avoid common road hazards with ease. This is a hands-on active participation cycling class so bring a helmet and your bike. In this class participants will learn about and practice the following skills in the safety of a closed parking lot:
- Proper helmet fit
- The ABC Quick Check for a safe ride
- Quick Stop
- Rock Dodge
- Avoidance Weave
- Quick Turn
Additionally participants will learn about recommended tools, accessories and equipment to carry with them when riding to keep the rider safe and prepared.
