Beginners Course ( Core Skills)
The aim of this course is to introduce the participant to the basic techniques required in off-road mountain biking. Completion of this course, will equip the participant with the skills necessary to successfully ride many of the permissible natural and purpose-built trails in the UK.
The course will develop the rider's ability and confidence and will also introduce and reinforce safety awareness.
What you will Learn...
The course will cover the following, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
- Mountain bike preparation (safety checks)
- Riding position.
- Correct use of gears.
- Braking (efficiently and safely)
- Cornering techniques
- Climbing techniques
- Descending techniques
- Single Track riding techniques
- Small Drop offs
- Small Front Wheel lifts
Cost: £80
Prerequisite: No off-road experience is necessary.
2010 Dates Locations 4th Septmeber Dartmoor 19th Septmeber Haldon Forest 26th Septmeber Dartmoor 17th October Dartmoor 30th October Epping Forest 6th November Dartmoor To check availability or to make a booking contact the our team on 01566 789 572 or via e-mail info@outlookadventure.co.uk
Intermediate Course (Trail Skills)
The aim of this course is to develop existing skills and to introduce new ones. You will be tackling advanced rocky/technical cross country terrain
What you will Learn...
The aims of this course are to reinforce and develop the skills previously learned on the Beginner course, or develop existing skills. The course will also cover the following advanced techniques:-
- Mountain bike preparation (safety checks)
- Steep descents
- Slow drop-off up to ½ meter high
- Faster drop-offs at speed / small jumps
- Climbing and descending in advanced rocky / stepped terrain
- Faster Cornering techniques
- Riding single track at speed
- Front / Rear Wheel Lifts
- Manuals
- Trackstands
Cost: £90
Prerequisite: The intermediate course is aimed at people who have experience of riding some technical terrain and single track
2010 Dates Locations 4-5th Septmeber Haldon Forest/Dartmoor 9-10th October Dartmoor To check availability or to make a booking contact the our team on 01566 789 572 or via e-mail info@outlookadventure.co.uk


