GEARs - the Greater Eugene Area Riders, is partnering with the City of Eugene to offer classes for all bicyclists from beginner to advanced level cyclists that teach how to bicycle effectively and safely as a vehicle on the road.

“A bicycle is a vehicle under the law. Cyclists need to know how to ride safely and responsibly as a vehicle using the same system of streets as motorized vehicles” says Shane Rhodes, 1 of 10 League Certified Instructors in the Eugene Area.
The classes follow the curriculum of the League of American Bicyclists and include training on how to ride safely and legally in traffic or on paths. Skills like emergency safety maneuvers to avoid crashes, traffic skills, and the laws governing bicycle riding are covered along with commute planning and basic bike mechanics.

2009 Bicycle Skills Classes

To Register for any classes, please complete the online Registration here.

Traffic Skills 101
Gives cyclists the confidence they need to ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail. The course covers bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills and crash avoidance techniques and includes a student manual. Recommended for adults and children above age fourteen, this fast-paced, nine-hour course prepares cyclists for a full understanding of vehicular cycling and is a great resource for cyclist from beginning to experienced. You will be certified by the League of American Bicyclists at the completion of this course   Location: Roosevelt Middle School.

May 8th 6-9 pm & 9th 9-3.
June 26th 6-9 pm & 27th 9-3.
July 24th 6-9 pm & 25th 9-3.
September 4th 6-9 pm & 5th 9-3.

Commuting & Traffic Skills Intro
For adult cyclists who wish to explore the possibility of commuting to work or school by bike. This three hour course covers topics including route selection, bicycle choice, dealing with cargo and clothing, bike parking, lighting, reflection, and foul weather riding. Included with the class are handouts and student materials. Location: River House, 301 N. Adams.

May 5th 6-9 pm.
June 12th 6-9 pm.
July 23rd 6-9 pm.
Aug. 28th 6-9 pm.

Traffic Skills 101 for Kids & Parents
Designed for parents & Kids. Topics covered include how to perform a bicycle safety check, helmet fitting, bike sizing and basic traffic skills. Perfect for Kids age 5-13. Location: River House, 301 N. Adams.

June 27th 9-Noon.
Sept. 5th 9-Noon.

To Register for any of the above classes, please complete the online Registration here.