The RAC this Week (Sep. 17th)

Dear Parents 

Congratulations to Silas D. and Ian U. They attend three of four Safety Fun Rides. 

  1. More RAC Rules. 

Please stay in your seat 

Kids like to stand (and sit and stand and sit and stand and sit), particularly on hills. 

Please encourage your child to stay in her/his seat and shift instead. 

Why? 

  1. Standing and sitting waste energy. The RAC is a marathon and not a spring. 

  2. Riding behind someone who stands and sits and stands and sits is difficult and unsafe. Every time your child stands up, he/she lurches forward. Every time she/he sits down, she falls back. The rider behind has to watch your child and can’t focus on all she/he has to focus on. 

  3. A child that keeps standing up might need a raised saddle. We will help you. 

  4. Parents, please be a good example, stay in your seat, and shift. 

2. Homework. Power Pedal 

 

3. RAC Fundraiser this coming Saturday and Sunday 

               Bobapop in the Vons Center 

               Thank you for considering us. 

5. From Dr. Bob, bike mechanic 

This week, Bob talks about two important adjustments for your bike: tire pressure and seat height.  These are easy to adjust, but they can make a big difference:

Seat height and tire pressure - Google Docs

Don’t forget, we still have donated bikes and bikes for sale.  Worth a look if you are still trying to find the right ride for the RAC.

Bikes Available - Google Docs

6. Our Next Training Rides 

Saturday, 21 September 

Mesa Verde Middle School, 8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA 92129

The Hill Climb Clinic  #1 

Sunday, 22  September 

Mesa Verde Middle School, 8375 Entreken Way, San Diego, CA 92129

The Hill Climb Clinic  #2

Please arrive by 8:45 a.m. We start promptly at 9 a.m.

We will practice Power Pedal on a hill. Not required but highly recommended.

This ride includes an optional stop at Starbucks 
7. Questions. 

Question: How long do training rides last? 

Answer: The duration of the training ride depends on miles, hills climbed, the size of the group, and the weather. In other words, we are not sure. Please don’t plan any other activity until the afternoon. 

We are looking forward to seeing you this weekend. 

Christiane 

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