Bike Commuting 101
Traffic Skills for Bike Commuting 101 is the best first step towards learning how to drive your bicycle in traffic. Outdoor Chattanooga’s League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructors (LCI’s) have the training and expertise to teach you the techniques on how to ride safely and predictably on the road. Using video tutorials, Q&A, and a guided ride on city streets, our instructors will teach you the basic rules and techniques for driving your bicycle in traffic. This free class is offered upon request for individuals and groups ages 16 and up. Contact Outdoor Chattanooga to learn more and schedule a date/time that works for you.
What You’ll Learn
- TN State and Chattanooga laws pertaining to bicycles
- Lane positioning and changing
- Signaling and scanning
- Basic bicycle safety and helmet check
FAQs
When is this class offered?
Classes are offered upon request for individuals and groups. Participants must be at least 16 years old to participate. Email info@outdoorchattanooga.com or call 423-643-6888 to learn more and register.
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Chattanooga Grotto Meeting
Chattanooga Grotto Meeting
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Toddler Treks – Summer Splashin’
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Canoe Adventure on the North Chickamauga Creek
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Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […]
Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
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Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
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Guided Sunset Kayak in the Gorge with Tennessee River Gorge Trust
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Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
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Observe the Moon – Telescope with Barnard Astronomical Society
Observe the Moon – Telescope with Barnard Astronomical Society
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Chattanooga Bike Club Monthly Meeting
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Full Moon Kayak – The Harvest Moon
Full Moon Kayak – The Harvest Moon
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Map-a-thon!
Map-a-thon!
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Bike the Battlefield – NPS Interpretive History Tour
Bike the Battlefield – NPS Interpretive History Tour
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Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
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Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
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Guided Sunset Kayak in the Gorge with Tennessee River Gorge Trust
Guided Sunset Kayak in the Gorge with Tennessee River Gorge Trust
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Public Lands Day
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Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
Trail Quest: Intro to Mountain Biking
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Did You Know?
Chattanooga has over 75 miles of bike facilities, including non-motorized paved pathways, greenways and dedicated bike lanes throughout the city. Chattanooga was ranked 30th out of the 50 Best Bike Cities in the U.S. by Bicycling.com.