Registration Eligibility
yes
Start Date
12/07/2024
End Date
12/07/2024
Description
Adaptive mountain biking (aMTB) is a growing portion of trail use as adaptive athletes relentlessly push the limits of what is possible. Like all trail users, aMTBrs seek singletrack, and want a range of experiences, from flowy jump lines to rugged, backcountry escapes. aMTBs have both mechanical advantages and disadvantages compared to mountain bikes, and to better understand the particular needs of aMTBrs, we’ll be led by a team of adaptive riders on a variety of equipment.
The adaptive riders will highlight typical trail conditions, such as severe outslope or narrow passages, that can vex aMTBrs, as well as the need for progression, directional routes, and support infrastructure such as accessible van parking spaces, zero-barrier restrooms, and flat, durable-surface parking lots.
This will be a great opportunity for land managers and professional and volunteer trail builders to ask questions and better understand how they can work with the adaptive riding community to increase access. Come join us to learn and to share good trail vibes!
Location
Sun River, OR
Distance Learning
No
Course Equivalency
Yes
Subjects
Parks & Recreation
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
3.0
Learning Outcomes
1) Typical and common adaptive mountain biking equipment.
2) Advantages and disadvantages of aMTBs compared to MTBs.
3) Trail design, construction, and maintenance to improve aMTB access.
Instructors
Jeremy McGhee
Course Codes
Provider
American Trails