Basic Road Cycling Clinic

BRBC is in the process of putting together a basic road cycling clinic that will be held on Saturdays in April.  Our target audience is for those who:

  • Have a new road bike and are intimidated by riding on the open road.
  • Would like to ride in a group but lack the experience and knowledge.
  • Would like to learn more about the bike and safety issues.

TOPICS WILL BE –

  • Bike safety & inspection
  • Rules of the road
  • Rider etiquette
  • Pace line riding
  • Bike fit
  • How to change a flat tire
  • Chain maintenance
  • What to carry in your saddle bag
  • Clothing, pedals, shoes, helmet fit, saddles
  • Lights, front and rear
  • Nutrition and hydrating
  • Riding flats vs. hills, gearing
  • BRBC rides, other rides
  • Local race teams & cyclocross
  • Publications of interest

Details and registration will be in March.