Cycling

The season begins in mid-August and continues to the Fall Fest State Games in October. Cycling is a very relaxed program. Our main goals are fun, exercise, and training for competitions.

Coordinator:

Cheryl Decker – ZachandCheryld@gmail.com

Training Times & Locations (August-October):

Sundays, 10:00am – 11:15am, Reservoir High School

Practice Overview:

After meeting at the Reservoir High School parking lot, athletes ride a cross-campus loop from the high school over to the Lime Kiln Middle School and back. During practice, the coaches work with the athletes on shifting gears, braking, improving endurance, and overall riding ability.

Requirements:

  • Must be able to ride independently .
  • Must be able to follow directions.
  • Must be 8 years old to compete.

Equipment:

  • Athletes must provide their own bicycles. Trikes and tandem bikes are welcome.
  • Athletes must wear helmets at all practices and competitions.

Uniforms:

SOHO will provide cycling jerseys for athletes participating in competitions.

Competition:

  • Athletes must participate in two qualifiers to be eligible to participate in State Games.
  • State Games (Fall Fest) is held at the end of October.

Volunteer Roles:

  • Ride with athletes.  Volunteers must bring their own bicycles.
  • All volunteers must wear helmets.