Smart Cycling Part 1 - Online Class (Commute.org + TA + C/CAG)

Smart Cycling Part 1 - Online Class (Commute.org + TA + C/CAG)

Learn how to bicycle for transportation for your everyday trips!

By Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition

Date and time

Location

Online

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

Smart Cycling Part 1

Want to know how to bike for transportation safely? This class is for you.

Certified League Cycling Instructors will cover basic and advanced bicycle riding techniques in this 3-hour online comprehensive session. Topics include:

  • How to fit a bicycle to you for safe and comfortable rides
  • 5-step check process to ensure your bike is safe to ride
  • How to ride in almost any road situation
  • How to position yourself safely on roads, especially with cars present
  • Safe practices for group riding
  • Riding in low visibility conditions

This class is open to anyone age 14 and over. No bike or helmet required.

This class is the pre-requisite for taking Smart Cycling Part 2 (On-Bike), where we put into practice together in a safe controlled parking lot and guided group rides what is learned here. Taking it is highly recommended (To see all our class offerings BikeSiliconValley.org/Learn).

It is also a required class for anyone interested in becoming a certified League Cycling Instructor (LCI).

"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.

This class is provided to the public for at no cost for attendees courtesy of funding from Measures A & W by the TA, C/CAG, and Commute.org.

Please add a ticket for each participant (separate names).

If you find this class valuable, join fellow bicyclists in paving the way for safer streets and a sustainable and healthier future by donating TODAY! All donations are tax-deductible and any donation gives you an annual SVBC membership. EIN: 77-0338658

Frequently asked questions

Will you share the slides or a recording afterward?

No. This is meant to be a live class. You can join an upcoming Smart Cycling Part 1 class if you cannot make it to this one or cannot attend fully. You can check them out at https://BikeSiliconValley.org/Learn

Organized by

Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to building healthier and more just communities by making bicycling safe and accessible for everyone. For more see https://bikesiliconvalley.org/

Free
Sep 8 · 6:00 PM PDT