Want to know how to ride for transportation to an advanced level? This class is for you.
This is one of the most comprehensive bike classes being taught right now in the United States! It is like drivers education for bicycling. This 3-hour online classroom session will cover basic and advanced bicycle riding techniques, and go deep into topics like:
- The structure of a bicycle including components and mechanics
- Fitting your bicycle correctly
- Materials and gear to bring on a bike ride
- How to ride in almost any road situation
- Safe habits for group riding
- Riding in inclement weather conditions
- Riding at night
- Long distance touring
- How to position yourself safely on roads
- and more.
This class is open to anyone 14 and over. No bike or helmet are required.
This class is the pre-requisite for taking Smart Cycling Part 2 (On-Bike), where we put into practice what is learned in the classroom. Taking Part 2 (one coming up on Saturday, 06/29) is highly recommended, as hands-on practice is critical to becoming more confident and safe riding with cars and successful learning!
"Made me more confident on the road, taking the lane, and being a defensive cyclist" - Francisco M.
"I’m now more comfortable using my bike for commuting" - Ben P.
"Helped me understand strategies to bike better on the street." - Anna C.
"I’m now more comfortable using my bike for commuting" - Ben P.
"It made me feel better about cycling and safer on the road so I have increased the percentage of trips I make by bike." - Terry B.
This class is provided to the public for at no cost for attendees with funding from 2016 Measure B courtesy of VTA.
