welcome back!

Consider contacting one of your local representatives from the League of American Bicyclists: (I looked up Portland Oregon on their website)

They may be able to tell you when the next "road skills" clinic is. Scroll down for a description of classes offered by LAB

Steve Durrant LCI #: 871
Alta Planning + Design
Bicycle Transportation Specialist
Portland, OR
Phone: 503-984-1995
steve.durrant@earthlink.net


Scott Bricker LCI #: 826
Bicycle Transportation Alliance
Education and Policy Director
Portland, OR
scott@bta4bikes.org
www.bta4bikes.org


Hal Ballard LCI #: 815
Washington County BTC, Chair
Portland, OR
Phone: 503.984.1761
bicyclist@comcast.net
http:www.washcobtc.org/


Terry Nobbe LCI #: 195
Portland, OR
Phone: 503-977-2715
tandemist@comcast.net

Road I

This basic 9 hour course is perfect as a primer for those cyclists who wish to gain a full understanding of how to safely operate a bicycle in a variety of situations. The 9 hour class includes learning how to perform a bicycle safety check, fixing a flat, interactive discussion, on-bike skills practice and student manual. Students will gain confidence knowing that they are riding legally and safely. Crash avoidance techniques and crash types will be discussed. Recommended for adults and children above 14.

Road II

For more advanced students with an understanding of vehicular cycling principles, this 12 hour course includes fitness and physiology, training for longer rides, advanced mechanics, paceline skills, advanced traffic negotiation, foul weather riding and night riding. Student manuals included with each class.

Commuting

For adult cyclists who wish to explore the possibility of commuting to work or school by bike. This three hour follow-up to Road I covers topics including route selection, bicycle choice, dealing with cargo and clothing, bike parking, lighting, reflection, and foul weather riding. Included with the class are handouts and student materials.