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Smart Commute bike
commuting classes
commuting classes
Bingham walks and bikes
to school
to school
Bike lanes on MSU
campus
campus
Smart Commute '09 is pleased to offer you the following bicycle
commuting classes.
All classes are free to attend, thanks to our generous sponsors and
community volunteers! These classes are designed for adults who
would like to learn the practical, logistic, and safety details of bicycling to
and from work. With just a little preparation, you'll be ready to bike
commute, and to reap all the rewards that bike commuting brings.
(Such as increased energy levels, relaxation, saving money, and doing
your part to protect the environment!)
Lessons will be taught by long-time bike commuters and instructors
Karen Kligman, Lenny Provencher, Mike Egan, Tim Potter, and Mike
Unsworth. All participants receive a course packet loaded with the
information you need to get started or improve your bicycle commuting
experience. Click the links below or above to register for a class.
Powerpoint Presentation for the 1-hour class - click here
Powerpoint Presentation for the 3-hour class - click here
Saturday, May 2, 2009, 10am-12pm, 819 Abbott Road
Smart Commute ‘09 Bicycle Commuting Class: Logistics, Routes,
and Practice
Ride East Lansing Hannah Community Center – Recital Room
This class includes half of the time dedicated to a classroom portion on
rules of the road, finding a route to work, recommended safety
equipment, and handling clothing/shoes/etc. The second half the class
is a practice ride to demonstrate the rules of the road, proper turning
techniques, and to build up rider confidence in starting, stopping,
changing gears, turning, and staying safe on the road and at
intersections. Instructors: Tim Potter and Lenny Provencher. Register at
www.mimdeac.org/register
Saturday, May 16, 2009, 10am-12pm, Hunter Park GardenHouse
Smart Commute ’09 Bicycle Commuting Class: Logistics, Routes,
and Practice
Ride Kalamazoo Street, between Clifford and Holmes
This class includes half of the time dedicated to a classroom portion on
rules of the road, finding a route to work, recommended safety
equipment, and handling clothing/shoes/etc. The second half the class
is a practice ride to demonstrate the rules of the road, proper turning
techniques, and to build up rider confidence in starting, stopping,
changing gears, turning, and staying safe on the road and at
intersections. Instructors: Lenny Provencher and Mike Unsworth.
Register at www.mimdeac.org/register
commuting classes.
All classes are free to attend, thanks to our generous sponsors and
community volunteers! These classes are designed for adults who
would like to learn the practical, logistic, and safety details of bicycling to
and from work. With just a little preparation, you'll be ready to bike
commute, and to reap all the rewards that bike commuting brings.
(Such as increased energy levels, relaxation, saving money, and doing
your part to protect the environment!)
Lessons will be taught by long-time bike commuters and instructors
Karen Kligman, Lenny Provencher, Mike Egan, Tim Potter, and Mike
Unsworth. All participants receive a course packet loaded with the
information you need to get started or improve your bicycle commuting
experience. Click the links below or above to register for a class.
Powerpoint Presentation for the 1-hour class - click here
Powerpoint Presentation for the 3-hour class - click here
Saturday, May 2, 2009, 10am-12pm, 819 Abbott Road
Smart Commute ‘09 Bicycle Commuting Class: Logistics, Routes,
and Practice
Ride East Lansing Hannah Community Center – Recital Room
This class includes half of the time dedicated to a classroom portion on
rules of the road, finding a route to work, recommended safety
equipment, and handling clothing/shoes/etc. The second half the class
is a practice ride to demonstrate the rules of the road, proper turning
techniques, and to build up rider confidence in starting, stopping,
changing gears, turning, and staying safe on the road and at
intersections. Instructors: Tim Potter and Lenny Provencher. Register at
www.mimdeac.org/register
Saturday, May 16, 2009, 10am-12pm, Hunter Park GardenHouse
Smart Commute ’09 Bicycle Commuting Class: Logistics, Routes,
and Practice
Ride Kalamazoo Street, between Clifford and Holmes
This class includes half of the time dedicated to a classroom portion on
rules of the road, finding a route to work, recommended safety
equipment, and handling clothing/shoes/etc. The second half the class
is a practice ride to demonstrate the rules of the road, proper turning
techniques, and to build up rider confidence in starting, stopping,
changing gears, turning, and staying safe on the road and at
intersections. Instructors: Lenny Provencher and Mike Unsworth.
Register at www.mimdeac.org/register
Bicycle Commuting Classes – May 2 – 21, 2009
Thursday, May 21, 12pm-1pm, MSU Library North Conference Room (W449) in the West Wing
Smart Commute ’09 Lunch-Hour Intro to Bicycle Commuting Class
This one-hour introductory class will focus on finding a safe route, rules of the road, carrying cargo,
and planning for work attire and schedules. Instructors: Mike Unsworth and Tim Potter. Register at
www.capitalareasmartcommute.com
*Helmets, flags, and liability waivers are required for the on-road practice segment. Flags and
waivers will be provided as part of the class.
To purchase a property fitted, ASC-certified bicycle helmet if you do not already have one, please
visit our sponsoring bike shops, Denny's Central Park Bicycles (Okemos), Spin Street Bicycles
(Old Town), and MSU Bike Service Center (MSU Bessey Hall).
To sign up for a class, click here. For more info, contact Jessica
at 517-214-5684 or jessicayorko@sustainablesolutions.biz.
Smart Commute ’09 Lunch-Hour Intro to Bicycle Commuting Class
This one-hour introductory class will focus on finding a safe route, rules of the road, carrying cargo,
and planning for work attire and schedules. Instructors: Mike Unsworth and Tim Potter. Register at
www.capitalareasmartcommute.com
*Helmets, flags, and liability waivers are required for the on-road practice segment. Flags and
waivers will be provided as part of the class.
To purchase a property fitted, ASC-certified bicycle helmet if you do not already have one, please
visit our sponsoring bike shops, Denny's Central Park Bicycles (Okemos), Spin Street Bicycles
(Old Town), and MSU Bike Service Center (MSU Bessey Hall).
To sign up for a class, click here. For more info, contact Jessica
at 517-214-5684 or jessicayorko@sustainablesolutions.biz.
