League of American Bicyclists class Traffic Skills 101 available in WV.

Course Description
In Traffic Skills 101, you will lose your fear of cycling in traffic and learn how to get respect from motorists.  You will learn to ride safely and confidently in all traffic and environmental situations.   You will learn principles in a classroom and practice skills in a parking lot and on the road.  Traffic Skills 101 is recommended for adults and children above age 14.  Instructors are certified and insured by the League of American Bicyclists.
 
Session Topics

Session #1: Bicycle anatomy; bicycle selection; fitting your bicycle; safety equipment required by law and how to use it; operation and maintenance of gears, brakes, wheels, etc.; fixing a flat; effective cycling clothing; basic riding techniques.

Session #2: Fundamental principles of Effective Cycling; crash types and how to avoid them; traffic law;  bike handling skills to avoid crashes; how to ride safely in all kinds of traffic and on all kinds of roads.

Session #3: Training; nutrition; riding in groups; riding on trails; road test; written test.

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  Instructor(s)
Frank Gmeindl, League Cycling Instructor #1703

How to register
Call Frank Gmeindl at 304-376-0446 or e-mail him at fgmeindl@verizon.net
 
What you need to bring
•    Bicycle
•    Helmet
•    Cycling clothes appropriate for the prevailing weather
•    Clothing comfortable for sitting in a classroom for a couple hours
•    Notebook and pen or pencil