ROAD TWO (ROAD II)

 

Road Two is the formal name for the advanced bike safety class offered to graduates of Road One by the League of American Bicyclists.  

 

All Road Two classes are taught by a League Cycling Instructor (LCI), insured by American Specialty.

 

Road Two is designed to further develop the craft and science of bicycling; to provide a more advanced ability to use a bicycle with confidence and competence for pleasure, utility and/or sport under various highway climate, terrain and traffic conditions.  Road II expands on the fundamental bicycle handling skills, responsible road sharing and mechanical content in Road I.

 

Road Two adds student diagnosis of mechanical problems and instructor demonstration of the most frequent bicycle maintenance procedures; continues to build rider skill in traffic negotiation and dealing with the nuances that hilly, curvy rural roads present and expands bicycle handling skills and techniques for increased rider condition and comfort.  A goal of Road II is the for the graduates to be able to recognize when their bicycle needs maintenance, to provide a better understanding of bicycle components, diagnosis, and maintenance and be able to knowledgeably communicate with the bicycle shop service department staff.

 

CAT does not teach Road II as a stand-alone class at this time.  If you want to take Road II you must get in touch with a League Cycling Instructor directly.  CAT will be happy to facilitate your meeting the right instructor for you.  Call 610,954,5744 and ask for Bike Director, Paul Juniper or email Paul at bbc@car-free.org.

 

For those who want advanced education in bicycle mechanics we recommend our 12-hour Park Tool School Mechanic Class. 

 

Also CAT members may visit the Bethlehem Bicycle Cooperative on Thursdays from 6-8 PM or Saturday mornings and use the complete set of bike tools under expert guidance.