The Orange Swim Buoys Tri Club and OSB Triathlon Coaching will be hosting a series of beginner bike rides and clinics. In this 11-week program, beginner cyclists will learn everything from what to carry on the bike and how to change a flat to the basics of nutrition and hydration for longer rides. Clinics and rides will be taught and led by a USA Triathlon Certified Coach and hosted by The Orange Swim Buoys Tri Club a USA Triathlon Certified Club.

The series of clinics(3) and rides(9) will teach the beginner cyclist how to be self-sufficient on the bike and teach the basic skills needed to manage a bike ride of any length. Ride distances will start at 10 miles with a small increase in distance each week and ending with a 50-mile ride. During each ride, you will also be given tips on cycling techniques and skills to make you more efficient, stronger and faster. Each cyclist will also be given a schedule of during-the-week rides that are designed to make you a more efficient cyclist and prepare you for the next weeks’ ride. February 13th and March 20th there will be no organized ride. A route map will be provided for you to follow on your own.

The clinic starts on January 16th and runs for 11 weeks total. There will be no scheduled rides on February 13th and March 20th. The clinic ends just in time to have you ready to conquer el Tour de Mesa1. There is a maximum of 10 spots available so signup soon.

1. Registration and the entry fee to el Tour de Mesa are not included in the cost of the clinic. You must register and pay for el Tour de Mesa separately.