Mountain Biking
(Introduced July 1996)
| Grade 1 | ||
| Awarded to Boys who regularly attend a course of instruction and can demonstrate a practical ability and knowledge of the following: | ||
| 1. | Know the history of the Mountain Bike and major components and costs. | |
| 2. | Be aware of all the safety requirements, including pre-ride checks when using a mountain bike. | |
| 3. | Know the basic maintenance procedures for mountain bikes. | |
| 4. | Understand the basic riding techniques necessary and know how to undertake emergency repairs. | |
| 5. | Be aware of the different areas mountain bikes are allowed to use. | |
| Grade 2 | ||
| Awarded to Boys who hold Grade 1, gained in a previous session, and who have attended a course of instruction and can demonstrate a practical ability and knowledge of the following: | ||
| 1. | Know the code of conduct for mountain biking and the legal cycle routes. | |
| 2. | Know the working of the gears and steering system. | |
| 3. | Be able to carry out the following manoeuvres uphill & downhill: wheelies, bunny hopping and jumping. | |
| 4. | Be able to complete an obstacle course and play cycle unihoc. | |
| Grade 3 | ||
| Awarded to Boys who hold Grade 2, gained in a previous session, and who have attended a course of instruction and can demonstrate a practical ability and knowledge of the following: | ||
| 1. | Know how to fully maintain a mountain bike. | |
| 2. | Be able to ride over varying terrain in different conditions (eg mud, sand, ice, snow), | |
| 3. | Know how to prepare and undertake a cycling expedition including route planning, equipment and first aid provision. | |
| 4. | Know how to physically prepare and train for comprehensive mountain biking. | |
(Regulations as at 1996)
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