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Sierra REI Outdoor School

How to Ride a Bike (Outing)

If you feel shaky on two wheels, this is the class for you. Our trained instructors will patiently teach you the basic skills of riding a bike, including how to balance, how to adjust the bike to your size, and how to shift and brake. We’ll also teach you how to fall off your bike effectively. This outing can help prepare you for our Introduction to Mountain Biking and Introduction to Road Cycling instructional outings. We provide bikes, but be sure to bring your own helmet.

Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Children must provide their own bicycles. Minimum age is 12.

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

  • Time:

    9:00 am- 1:00 pm

  • Cost: Member: $45, Non-Member: $65

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 16th Sacramento REI
  • June 21st Sacramento 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 bike if you prefer! We do have Novara 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:

  • 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.

REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy

To be courteous to all customers, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 48 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of REI Outdoor School will be refunded in full, regardless of timeframe. Inclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event; REI Outdoor School will contact you in the event of a cancellation.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures that our classes and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards - or we will gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the class/outing.

Waitlists

In order to keep our instruction personable, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled, we would be happy to place you on a waitlist for that event. If space opens, we will contact the list in the order you signed up, but we are unable to hold that spot if we're unable to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact information increases your chances of joining us.

Availability

Classes and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled, all registered participants will be notified.