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Foundations of Mountain Biking – Wednesday Skills Clinics
May 18, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FreeSkill Sessions on the Eastern Promenade in Portland!
Sessions from 6-8pm (daylight-dependant) on the Eastern Prom, by the WW2 memorial.
Skills covered include:
– Fit and familiarization with your bike and its controls
– Proper body positioning in different terrain
– Braking techniques
– Shifting techniques
– Climbing and Descending techniques
– Trail etiquette
All classes and rides are BYO-Bike and 18+. Check in with the Portland Gear Hub if you’d like to attend but don’t have the proper equipment. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY. Also consider bringing water, a snack or two, and appropriate clothing (it gets breezy on the prom!).