CYCLING ASSIGNMENT SHEET

12 pts. 1. There is a very specific way that your helmet should fit. Click on the link below to view how to properly fit
yourself for a helmet. Summarize the key tips that they point out.

http://www.nhtsa.gov/staticfiles/nti/bicycles/pdf/8019_Fitting-A-Helmet.pdf

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20 pts. 2. (http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bicycle.html) After looking at this link, choose 3 different types of

bicycles that you find interesting. Compare and contrast all 3. Finally, tell me which one you would choose
overall and why? Post your answers here:
3 bikes and what you found interesting: (6 pts)
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Compare/Contrast the 3: (10 pts)

     

Which one would you choose and why? (4 pts)

     

15 pts. 3. Field Trip! Visit an area bicycle shop and price a bike of your choice (you can also do this research online
or call a local store). Ask what the warranty includes as well as how much it costs to get it serviced yearly.
Post the price, warranty information, and servicing costs as well as the store you visited here:
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10 pts.
4. Aerodynamic drag consists of 2 forces. Using the link below, explain the 2 forces and also explain why a
streamlined design helps reduce drag. https://www.exploratorium.edu/cycling/aerodynamics1.html
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10 pts. 6. What are five safety and etiquette examples given in this road cycling video?
https://goo.gl/ljzeVp
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5 pts. 7. In this video clip (when the cyclist is going uphill) what is the recommendation for changing gears?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B2bu8uHyMc

     

10 pts. 8. Summarize breaking using this video clip, be sure to talk about use of front break and back break, set
position, road situations, and going around curve.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frIKK_XU-qE

     

3 pts. 9. Research the following link and list at least 3 trails located in Fairfax County that would be an option
for you if you wanted to go for a ride. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/trails/bikes
Post your answer here:
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TOTAL: 85