Touring trails in Corvallis area; riding techniques, safety, maintenance, environmental concerns.

Required equipment: mountain bike, tire repair kit, helmet.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and enjoyable mountain biking.
• Demonstrate improved cardiovascular fitness levels.
• Navigate the local trail systems.
• Set realistic, positive goals, and work with peers to achieve desired results.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic bike maintenance and safety.
• Appreciate the responsibility of proper trail-maintenance and riding behavior.

Course Calendar (subject to minor changes)

• Day 1 Orientation -- Class Syllabus, Safety Plans, Schedule, etc.
• Day 2 Bike Check, Ride #1 (Bald Hill)
• Day 3 Fitness Evaluation Pre-test (Location TBA)
• Day 4 Ride #3 Goal List due (Chip Ross)
• Day 5 Ride #4, (Oak Creek)
• Day 6 Ride #5 (Oak Creek)
• Day 7 Ride #6 (Lewisburg Saddle)
• Day 8 Ride #7 (Chip Ross)
• Day 9 Ride #8 (Lewisburg Saddle)
• Day 10 Ride #9, Fitness Evaluation Post-test, Training Logs