STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Identify the various mechanical systems of the mountain bike.

         A.      Assess basic maintenance and perform quick safety checks and repairs.

         B.      Demonstrate the various skills and techniques of mountain biking

         C.      Practice map and compass navigation.

         D.      Evaluate how to purchase a mountain bike, accessories, and components of a bike.

         E.      Employ aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility training, and proper nutrition.

         F.      Employ safe riding and trail etiquette.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Introduction to mountain biking

         A.      Overview of mountain biking

         B.      Risk management in biking

         C.      Building confidence

 II.     Bicycle anatomy and maintenance

         A.      Mechanical systems

         B.      Repairs

 III.    Skills and techniques

         A.      Shifting and proper cadences

         B.      Uphill and downhill riding

         C.      Riding over obstacles

 IV.     Trail selection and navigation

 V.      Mountain bike selection

         A.      Type of bike

         B.      Fit of bike

         C.      Buying used bikes

         D.      Accessories to mountain bikes

 VI.     Training, conditioning and nutrition

         A.      Lifestyle and fitness goals

         B.      Aerobic fitness

         C.      Strength and flexibility training

         D.      Proper nutrition

 VII.    Mountain biking ethics

         A.      Protect the natural environment

         B.      Safe riding and trail etiquette