Experience the thrill of mountain biking with our enthusiastic, knowledgeable instructors! We’ll start by addressing proper bike fit and making any necessary adjustments to your bike. Next we’ll demonstrate riding techniques, including body and pedal position, shifting, braking, climbing, descending, and navigating minor obstacles on the trail. We’ll also go over important communication skills and mountain biking trail etiquette with the aim of keeping multi-use trails open and safe for everyone. And finally, we’ll practice all these new skills on a great trail ride! Don’t have a bike? We’ll provide mountain bikes for students at no additional charge. Recommended for those 14 and older; those under 18 must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult. No rider will be left behind!

• Learn how to mount and dismount a mountain bike both in stationary and moving environments
• Learn the proper techniques of shifting, braking, hill climbing/descending, and clearing minor obstacles
• Trail etiquette (LNT) and safety emphasized
• Find local areas where you can begin to build your skills as a mountain biker

Bring to class:

(Required)

• At least 2 Liters of Water – Water bottles or hydration bladder.
• Daypack – Large enough to carry water, food and layers.
• Lunch & Snacks

(Optional)

• Cycling Shorts/Pants
• Energy Snacks
• Hydration Compatible Day Pack – 1000-2000 cubic inches with 70-100 oz water bladder
• Lip Balm/Protection
• Mountain Bike Shoes
• Padded Cycling Gloves
• Personal Bike – Recently tuned and appropriate for class. Also bring spare tubes.
• Personal Camera
• Rain Gear – Waterproof/resistant jacket, pants and hat.

Provided by REI:

• Cycling Helmet
• Group First Aid Kit
• Mountain Bike