Learn to Race Course

This two day novice racing camp teaches participants all the necessary skills for bike handling, group riding and road racing.  We recommend that all new MBRC members participate in this course.

Note: Participants must attend both days to complete the course

Date:  May 29th and 30th 2010*

Course Details:
  • bicycle fit/riding position
  • bicycle safety
  • pedaling efficient
  • advanced cornering
  • advanced braking
  • sprinting
  • climbing
  • obstacle avoidance
  • bumping
  • following a wheel (drafting)
  • paceline riding
  • single line echelons
  • double line echelons
  • riding in a pack
  • time trialing
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 $90.00
Early Bird Special
Sign up by March 7th and save $10
$80.00
Youth
(Age 13-19)1
$40.00

MBRC General membership is not required.
$25 discount if you are a member of an OCA affiliated club.
1Age on December 31, 2010.  Riders 13 or 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during activities.
*Dates subject to change.

Learn to 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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