Classes
Mike will provide invaluable knowledge and skills, empowering riders to enjoy cycling while staying safe and confident on the road or trail.
- Choosing Equipment: Mike will provide advice on selecting appropriate accessories such as helmets, lights, and bike locks to help new riders make informed decisions.
- Bike Fit: Mike can teach about saddle height, handlebar position, and overall bike fit adjustments, ensuring the bike is properly adjusted to fit the rider’s body, which can prevent discomfort and injury.
- Road Safety: Mike has insights into road safety tips specific to cyclists, such as how to navigate intersections, signal intentions, and be visible to drivers.
- Local Bike Laws and Regulations: Mike has knowledge of local biking laws and regulations that new riders should be aware of to ride safely and legally.
- Gear Shifting: Mike can explain how gears work, when to shift, and how to use the gears effectively on different terrains, making riding more efficient and enjoyable.
- Braking Techniques: Teaching riders how to brake safely and effectively, including using both front and rear brakes appropriately, can prevent accidents and improve control.
- Nutrition and Hydration: Mike will provide advice on staying hydrated and maintaining energy levels during longer rides.
- Cycling Etiquette: Mike will give guidance on courteous behaviour while cycling, such as how to share bike paths or trails with pedestrians and other cyclists, contributing to a positive cycling community.
- Basic Bike Maintenance: Understanding how to perform simple maintenance tasks like cleaning and lubricating the chain, checking tire pressure, and inspecting brakes can help riders keep their bikes in good condition and prevent breakdowns.
- Emergency Repairs: Mike can teach riders how to fix a flat tire, adjust brakes, and handle minor mechanical issues on the road, preventing frustrating situations and keeping them safe.