San Diego Bike Coalition Brings Bike Safety, Education Courses to North County

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Carlsbad, Oceanside community members sign up to learn best biking practices

Oceanside CA— As the San Diego area becomes an increasingly bike-friendly region the demand for bicycle education and safety grows. The Bike Coalition provides free and frequent trainings for people of all ages and abilities to teach bicyclists to take proper precautions anytime they pedal.
The County’s Bicycle advocacy organization, the San Diego County Bike Coalition, kicks off 2015 with four North County bicycle rides and trainings to give residents the education and practice necessary to feel comfortable sharing the road. Instructors certified by the League of American Bicyclists will guide riders of all ages through:

Safety tips for riding in traffic
Techniques for navigating road hazards
Emergency maneuvers
Using public transit
Proper bike and helmet fit
Flat tire repair
Minor and quick bicycle fixes
Legal responsibilities and rights

Class schedule:

Friday, January 9 at 6 p.m.

Bicycle Traffic Skills 101: In Class
Location: Oceanside Community Rooms — 300 N. Coast Hwy.

Saturday, January 17 at 9 a.m.

Bicycle Traffic Skills 101: On Road
Location: Oceanside Community Rooms — 300 N. Coast Hwy.

Saturday, January 24, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Explore Smart Biking Routes to and from Carlsbad Village
Location: Carlsbad Chocolate Bar — 2998 State St.

Saturday, January 31, 10 a.m. – noon

Carlsbad Mobility Workshop
Location: Carlsbad Senior Center — 799 Pine Ave.

For additional information on Bike Coalition and its education and volunteer opportunities in 2015, please visit www.sdbikecoalition.org.

About the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition

The coalition is a nonprofit organization that advocates for and protects the rights of all people who ride bicycles. They promote bicycling as a mainstream, safe and enjoyable form of transportation and recreation. For more information, please visit www.sdbikecoalition.org.