A two-part "Cycling 101" workshop begins with a two-hour class Wednesday evening and concludes with a daylong road session Saturday.
"Cycling 101" will be taught by League of American Bicyclists instructors
Gabby Gonzales McNamara and Rebecca Kotch.
The cost is $75 for Napa Bike members; $85 for non-members.
Registration fee includes class materials and snacks.
Registrants must be 18 or over to attend. A Certificate of Completion
will be issued after passing a written and road test.
To sign up, email rebecca@napabike.org or call 707.266.7622.
Following is the schedule:
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24
6 p.m. -8 p.m. (classroom)
SATURDAY, JULY 27
9 a.m.- 4 p.m. (parking lot drills, emergency maneuvers and on the road instruction)
Meeting Location: 625 Burnell St. Napa
Here is what you will “ride away” with:
1. Rules of the Roads: what are your rights?
2. Traffic Safety Skills: boost your smarts in navigating the streets of downtown Napa.
3. Bike Handling Skills: feel solid and comfortable on your bike.
4. Bike Maintenance: a necessary requirement.
5. Group Rides: experience the important skills of group cycling.
The instructors recommend that your bike is checked by a mechanic at your local bike shop prior to the road session.
For more information on Napa Bike, see www.napabike.org.
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