Bicycling Basics For Women’s Confidence and Comfort
From SVBC:
Learn how bikes and biking equipment differ for women’s geometry, how to increase confidence and self-sufficiency, and helpful riding tips for commuting, errands, or fitness. The class will consider specifics like:
- What do I need to start? Basic “must haves” vs “nice to haves.”
- What kind of bikes are available now and which are appropriate for me?
- Where can I practice bike skills for safer and more enjoyable riding?
- What’s keeping me from riding more often or at all? (we gently address barriers w/ practical solutions).
- Who is out there to help and to ride with, and how do I find them?
- How do we deal with personal safety issues and common women’s concerns?
- How to repair a flat, if you’d rather do yourself vs. take to a shop (for those interested, at end).
This quarter, an optional Part II to Bicycling Basics will be offered. Part ll will include a short walking visit to a nearby bike retailer to check out the latest in bikes and gear.
Instructor: Beverly Garrity, owner of Strong, Light & Beautiful (Women’s Cycling Skills), and Jane Rothstein, LCSW, HIP Coordinator of Environmental Behavior Change
Class fee: $40 Class code: wbike-01
Register at hip.stanford.edu
This quarter, an optional Part II to Bicycling Basics will be offered. Part ll will include a short walking visit to a nearby bike retailer to check out the latest in bikes and gear.
Part II (Part l required to take Part ll)
Date: Wednesday, 3/9 Time: 5:15 pm
Location: given at first class
Class fee: $30 Class code: wbike-02
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