NEW RIDER & BIcyclE HANDLING CLASSES

These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, Mayor's Healthy Hometown, The League of American Bicyclists and Road ID. There are 3 classes to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 sessions.

• One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

• An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
• Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
• Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
• Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
• Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

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