Learn to Ride & Race Course

This one day novice racing camp teaches participants all the necessary skills of bike handling and group riding that forms the basis for club rides and road racing.  We recommend that all new MBRC members participate in this course.

Date:  April 28th 2012*

Course Details:

  • bicycle fit/riding position
  • bicycle safety
  • pedaling efficiency
  • advanced braking
  • obstacle avoidance
  • bumping
  • following a wheel (drafting)
  • advanced cornering
  • paceline riding
  • single line echelons
  • double line echelons
  • riding in a pack

Required Equipment:

  • Road bicycle with drop handlebars (regular handlebars) in good working order
  • ANSI, Snell, or C.S.A. approved bicycle helmet
  • Warm clothing suitable for cycling
  • Bagged lunch or money to buy lunch (Snacks and water will be available during the course)

Course Location:

West Mississauga*
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Cost:
Adult $50.00
Youth
(Age 13-19)1
$35.00

$15 discount for MBRC members.
MBRC membership is not required.
1Age on December 31, 2012.  Riders 13 or 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during activities.
*Date and location subject to change.

Learn to Ride/Race Enrollment

There are two different forms that are required to enroll in the course, the online application form and the OCA insurance waiver. Please complete the following steps.

  • Step 1. Submit an online application
  • Step 2. Complete and sign the CCA/OCA waiver Waiver PDF
  • Step 3. Mail the completed waiver and a cheque for the applicable course fees to:
    • Mississauga Bicycle Racing Club
      2030 Heatherwood Drive
      Oakville, Ontario
      L6M 3P6


Note: Please ensure that the waiver is signed before submitting to the Club Office.

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