San Francisco Bay Area REI Outdoor School

Introduction to Mountain Biking – Women Only (Outing)

Led by women for women, this outing teaches techniques that will make you a stronger rider and give you the confidence and basic skills you need to ride on your own. Skills covered include mounting and dismounting, ascending and descending hills, fit, trail etiquette, choosing lines and negotiating minor obstacles (roots, rocks, etc.) We’ll also cover women’s specific equipment selection, basic bike handling and terrain skills. Novara mountain bikes are provided for those without a bike of their own at no extra cost. Please bring your helmet and proper riding apparel. Recommended for those 14 and older; those under 18 must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult. NO RIDER IS LEFT BEHIND!

* Advance registration is required. Call or visit any Bay Area REI to sign up.

• Time:

  9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  Please arrive by 8:45 a.m. We will depart the store promptly at 9:00 a.m.

• Cost: Member: $55, Non-Member: $75

Where To Meet:

Meet at the location or REI store listed below. Directions to locations other than REI stores can be found by clicking on the link below.

Get directions to all non-store venues here.

• May 11th Berkeley REI
• June 21st TBA
• June 21st Mountain View REI
• July 6th Corte Madera REI
• September 7th Berkeley REI
• September 13th Saratoga REI

WHAT TO BRING:

• Your personal biking helmet.
• Closed-toe athletic shoes with firm soles.
• Cycling shorts or snug-fitting but comfortable shorts with minimal seams (e.g. compression shorts). If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a light cycling jacket (i.e. light layer such as a breathable jacket) or windproof shell.
• Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain
• Your own mountain bike if you prefer! We do have Novara mountain bikes available for use. Please be sure you selected this free bike option at the time of sign-up and provided us with your height measurements. If you are bringing your personal bike, please bring a spare tube (our tubes may not fit your tires)
• Padded cycling gloves if you have them.
• Hydration compatible day pack, 70 - 100 oz recommended
• High energy lunch and snacks (gels and fuel bars) that you can carry on your bike with you
• Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
• Photo ID and Insurance Card
• Change of clothes and footwear for the ride home (leave in car)

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

• Mountain bikes for those that do not have their own.
• Bike pumps, tubes, patch kits, and tools.
• Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.
• All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
• Group medical supplies and area maps.