The RATS Chick Ride from the RATS Cycling Club is pleased to make available this introductory course to provide an opportunity for women with limited or no mountain biking experience to try the fun and social sport of mountain biking.
The course is aimed at women wanting to learn mountain biking, for women new to the trails, and for women wanting to try a new way to exercise and enjoy the outdoors. The course will be run in a safe and supporting environment by highly qualified and experienced coaches.
The course comprises 2x 2-hour sessions, for women only, with or without your own bike. Bike loan is available for only $20 additional when you register and is limited to the first 10 that require bikes and only available for the course sessions. Select "bike required" in the registration section below if desired. This will cover the use for both sessions of the course.
What does the course content cover?
The course starts at the very basics of riding a bike and is primarily held on a flat grassy area. By the end of the two sessions, you will understand and be able to perform the basics of trail riding, including body position, braking, cornering, inclines, declines and basic obstacle crossing. We will also have ridden on easy dirt trails preparing you to take your adventures further at your own pace.
Please note that the first session is a prerequisite for the second session. Thus you cannot miss the first session for whatever reason and expect to complete the second session as the course content is additive. Thus if you are sick or injured then please make contact with us ASAP so as we can advise on the best course of action..
When are the sessions?
The course on bike session dates are
Session 1. Sunday 19/5/24 12:30-2:30pm
Session 2. Sunday 26/5/24 12:30-2:30pm
*******Your registration will be to attend both sessions above for the one total price. Bike hire (where applicable ) is for both sessions.
Event numbers (and bikes) are limited so we encourage you to register early.
Registration cut off is 24 hours before session 1 (unless sold out prior).
FAQs
Is there an age limit to enter the course?
Yes, you must be a minimum of 18 years of age to attend. (or accompanied by your parent or guardian who is also doing the course. In this instance, you must be a minimum of 15 years of age.
Do I need insurance (via AusCycling Membership)
Yes, to take part in any Rats Cycling Club events you need AusCycling membership that includes personal insurance. You can get a free 4-week trial AusCycling membership* including insurance cover at the AusCycling website:
https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial
Do I need to know how to ride a bike?
Yes, you need basic bike riding skills.
What do I bring to the event?
You will need a trail-worthy Mountain Bike, an Australian Standard helmet (unless registering for bike hire in which case a helmet will be provided). We would also recommend gloves, sunglasses, comfortable clothing, a full drink bottle preferably mounted on the bike (hire bikes do have a bottle holder so if you have a bike riding sized bottle you can keep it with you on the bike), applying sunscreen before the session and a small snack to top up energy levels if required (like a muesli bar)
Wto here can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Christine McKay of RATS Chicks Ride on Email: christine.mckay@ratscc.com.au
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have a list of all registered participants on the day.
How much is the course?
The total fee for the 2 sessions is $100 if you bring your own bike and helmet, and $120 if you would like to hire a bike and helmet.
What is your refund policy?
No refunds are available. In the instance of rain, the event may be cancelled (and refunded) or rescheduled at the organiser's discretion to ensure participant safety and to minimize damage to the trails. No guarantee can be made that if the event is rescheduled the new event time will work for all participants.
