⏭️3️⃣⏭️ Advanced On-Road Cycling (Adult Cycle Training)

The Advanced on-road cycling course is for those who are familiar with the essentials of on-road cycling (e.g., have completed the introduction course), but lack confidence with busier roads or complex situations and infrastructure.

The course will begin on quiet streets to recap essential skills. We will then head out to a selection of busier locations, with frequent opportunities to observe traffic, cycle with the instructor, and practice alone.

The course ends with an optional 30 minute roadside repair session, which will help prepare you for unexpected problems such as punctures and chain issues.

Please bring your own bicycle* and helmet, and wear comfortable clothes for the activity. You may wish to bring some water or snacks too.

*The bicycle must be in working order. If you have a bike which you think needs a bit of TLC, please bring it along to the Wee Spoke Hub (before the training day) for a free assessment of your bike. We cannot make repairs on the day of the session.

If you plan to use a hired bicycle (e.g., Voi bike), please let us know in advance: [email protected]

Meet at the Wee Spoke Hub.

For a low-traffic warm-up, we usually use the Meadows / Sciennes / The Grange.

The advanced activity will include a mix of busier and more complex environments. The course cannot cover everything, so please let us know in advance if you have specific requests**.

• General requests (e.g., "using roundabouts"), can usually be accommodated.
• Specific locations (e.g., "Cameron Toll roundabout") are dependent on other requests.

The session ends at the Wee Spoke Hub, and is followed by the optional roadside repair session.

**You can make requests at booking. Alternatively, please enquire via: [email protected]

We may need to update risk assessments for some location requests - please make requests early (ideally 7 days in advance) to ensure we have time for this.

Please get in touch if you have any questions: [email protected]

Please note: Eventbrite bookings close 24 hours before the course start time.

Cover photo credits:

https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-wearing-yellow-hooded-coat-riding-bicycle-1102848/