Bike for Life (Road I) Class Starting Saturday, March 8th

There will be a 4-week Bike for Life (Road I) class on starting next
Saturday, March 8th. Road I is normally 3 weeks, but I'm including
the extra week to allow time to better cover some areas that usually
receive less attention than deserved.

This Road I class will also be directly followed by the advanced
(Road II) class. So if you would like to get the entire course (Road
I & II) in a continuous flow, here's your chance! If you're not able
to take Road II now, no problem, just sign up for Road I. Your Road
I certificate of completion is your ticket into any future Road II course.


Here's the answers to some Frequently Asked Questions:

- What will I learn in the Road I Bike for Life class?
Road I will concentrate on how to operate a bicycle legally and
safely on the streets. You will learn how to shift a multi-speed
bicycle properly and effectively, how to perform a bicycle safety
check and how to fix a flat tire. You will also learn emergency
bicycle handling skills and crash avoidance techniques. But mostly,
you will learn the techniques of riding on city streets in a proper,
safe manner, without being "scared to death" by traffic. Sessions
include both classroom discussion and on-bike practice.

- Whose crazy idea was this course anyway?
The program curriculum was developed by the League of American
Bicyclists (LAB), the oldest nationwide organization promoting
bicycling and bicyclist's rights. The League was founded in 1880 as
the League of American Wheelmen. Further information on LAB can be
found at <www.bikeleague.org>. All instructors undergo special
training and are certified through LAB as a League Cycling Instructor (LCI).

- Who should take this course?
Anyone who already knows how to ride a bicycle, but is interested in
how to operate a bicycle legally and safely on the streets without
being constantly "scared to death".

- But I already know how to ride a bicycle!
Simply knowing how to ride a bike is not the same as knowing how to
operate a bike safely and legally. You will emerge from this class a
better, skilled rider by learning the proper techniques to avoid
dangerous situations before they develop.

- What if I don't think I need the first part and just want the second?
Sorry, Road I is a prerequisite to taking Road II, no exceptions. So
if you are interested in Road II sign up now for Road I.

- How much is this going to cost?
It's FREE! Normally the first section (Road I) is $50 and the second
section (Road II) $60 ($110 for the complete course), but due to a
grant to the City of San Diego, the San Diego County Bicycle
Coalition (SDCBC) is offering these classes free. So take advantage of it now!

- Interested?
Meeting dates are Saturdays, March 8th, 15th, & 29th (no class Easter
weekend), and April 5th. Each class is 3 hours, from 9:00am to
noon. They are held in the Clairemont area of San Diego (Just west
of I-805 & Clairemont Mesa Blvd.). Class size is limited to no more
than 10 people so sign up early.

Attached to this email is the Road I registration forms in PDF file
format. Please fill it out and return it to me as soon as possible
to reserve your place. The mailing address (and the class meeting place) is:

Kerry Kunsman
4742 Renex Place
San Diego, CA 92117

And, as I perviously mentioned, the advanced class (Road II) will be
starting on the second week of April. If you're interested in this
class please let me know as soon as possible and I will get you all
the details.

If you have any questions about the Bike for Life course content, or
are wondering if you could benefit from the course, please feel free
to contact me by email or telephone.

Regards,

Kerry Kunsman (LCI# 1029)
4742 Renex Place
San Diego, CA 92117

858-909-2220 - days
858-569-4877 - evenings
kerryk@...

P.S. A word to my former students. You may wonder why you are
getting this email if you have already had both classes. I believe
that you, the graduates, are the best spokespersons there are for
these classes. I want you to know when they are being held so you
can tell your friends.

P.P.S. I don't want to be considered a spammer, so if you don't want
to hear any more about cycling courses just email me at
<kerryk@...> and I will take you off my list.