This Saturday, April 26, BikeArlington and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) are hosting a FREE Confident City Cycling class from 1:00 - 4:00pm at Walter Reed Community Center. To
be a confident city cyclist, there are many things you need to know.
Here are the topics which will be discussed in this class:
Rules of the Road:
Knowing is half the battle! Did you know that you have to adhere to the
same rules of the road as a car or truck does? Did you know that you
have the same rights that the operator of a car or truck does? Well its
true- you do! Our course offers some great tips and tricks for safely
and legally using our roadways.
Avoiding the Common Causes of Crashes:
Believe it or not, most crashes are avoidable. Learn what to do if a
car turns suddenly in front of you, if you have to stop suddenly, what
to do to avoid the dreaded car door and much more!
Lane Positioning:
Do you ever feel like cars are passing you too closely or running you
into the gutter? Learn proper lane positioning to encourage drivers to
pass you at a safe distance. Also learn how to safely cross lanes of
traffic in order to made turns or avoid obstacles in the road.
Improving Pedaling Efficiency: Bicycling
shouldn’t be backbreaking work! The bicycle is one of the most
efficient inventions of all time- make the most of it! Learn how to
shift gears in anticipation of a hill, achieve a good cadence, and
minimize the wear and tear on your knees.
Useful Accessory Equipment: We all know you need a helmet, but learn some other helpful and handy equipment to make your ride more enjoyable.
Basic Bike Maintenance and Repair: Everyone
who rides a bike should know some basic repair and maintenance skills.
Learn how to change a flat tire and other emergency repair tips.
Registration is free for the class, but spaces are filling up for this popular offering. Sign-up now!
Can't make this class, but still want to take the class? We're hosting more classes over the spring and summer, so visit WABA for more dates.
Paul DeMaio, BikeArlington