Education
Confident cycling classes are offered by GEARs Education, with help from Eugene SRTS, and the City of Eugene. These classes follow the curriculum of the League of American Bicyclists. Registration for classes is available online or by calling Paul Adkins at (541) 255-2478.
Confident Cycling: This 9-hour class is recommended for bicyclists over age 14 and of all skill levels. It offers training needed to ride safely and legally in traffic and on the trail. Bicycle safety checks, laws pertaining to bicyclists, and techniques for avoiding crashes are part of this curriculum. We will be giving instruction with on-bike skills, crash avoidance techniques and basic bicycle mechanics. The culmination of this class is a ride through town in traffic. Complete the class in the 2 or 3 session format to receive your Road 1 certificate from League of American Bicyclists. Materials cost of $10 can be paid at the class. See schedule.
Traffic Skills for Families: Topics covered include how to perform a bicycle safety check, helmet fitting, bike sizing and basic traffic skills. Perfect for kids age 5-14. This will prepare your family to become bike to school regulars. See schedule.
Bicycle Commuting 101: This class is for adult cyclists who wish to explore the possibility of commuting to work or school by bike. This 1 hour course covers topics including route selection, bicycle choice, dealing with cargo and clothing, bike parking, lighting, reflection, and foul weather riding. These classes are offered as requested, so please contact Paul Adkins by calling 541-255-2478, if you would like to coordinated one at your business or for your group.
Bike Repair Clinics: Many classes are being led around the community by various groups and individuals. We are helping to promote them. They are listed in the Eugene/Springfield Bike Community Calendar. Many or free or at a low cost.
Fundraising Rides and Events
Blackberry bRamble and Jamboree -GEARS Annual Bicycling event features a family-oriented community ride through Eugene’s neighborhoods and parks on Saturday, July 31, 2010 followed by the annual supported century/metric century road ride on Sunday, August 1, 2010. Free blackberry pie after each ride! For the full description of the weekend of fun and biking see the bRamble & Jamboree page. This ride serves as a fundraising event for our classes and other educational efforts in our area.
Kidical Mass-a short, fun, bicycle safety education family ride through neighborhood streets and ending with treats and or play. Kidical Mass occurs on the third Friday of each month. See the website KidicalMass.org for more information.
Mini-Grants-GEARs Education provides grants to non-profit corporations under IRS Code 501(c)(3). Please check out our Mini-Grants page or call, 541-255-2478 for more information.
