Want to bike to work but are too scared??
Ever thought about biking to work as your new commute system but are scared of all the cars - I would totally agree with that thought..
Well..
You’re Invited to the Downtown edition of ABC’s
Confident City Cycling Class
When: Saturday, November 15th
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) Office
50 Hurt Plaza – Suite 110
Atlanta, GA 30303
Cost: $35
During this exciting class, certified ABC instructors will cover information including laws affecting bicycles, the importance of visibility and predictability, lane positioning, intersection safety, interacting with pedestrians, trail etiquette, bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills, crash avoidance techniques, basic bicycling gear, and much more!
For more details and/or to register for the class and class, visit http://www.atlantabike2.org/content/1115-Downtown-Atlanta.
Want to know more?
Bring:
* bicycle in working condition (check to ensure you have brakes, etc)
* helmet
* comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes
* water bottle
Class lasts 4-5 hours. Arrive 15 minutes early. Bring a snack or light lunch.
Directions: http://www.centralatlantaprogress.org/Directions.asp
Instructors are certified by the League of American Bicyclists.
Recommended for adults and children above age fourteen, this compact and comprehensive class will make you a safer and more confident cyclist.
Also remember Atlanta has a program where if you carpool to work — You can actually get PAID for it!! I did this and it worked and is soo easy… Check it out here..
November 16th, 2008 at 9:05 pm
It is definitely the way to go! If it’s not raining.
November 19th, 2008 at 2:52 am
Ah! I love Eco friendly drive.
Good for health and good for pocket.
November 29th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
Yeah ! Its worth putting $35
November 29th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
And its even better if it is raining
March 29th, 2009 at 12:26 am
heck yea it is
November 6th, 2009 at 11:28 am
Atlanta needs to become a much more cycle-friendly city, especially given the pollution.