Overview
The Gears programme was designed particularly at 1st Gear for those candidates with learning difficulties.
1st Gear can be achieved by using various forms of cycles including a tricycle
Skills Assessed
Below is a list of the skills that are covered on the first 3 gears. The required standard will vary depending on which gears programme is being assessed.
- Brakes
- Gear changing
- Cornering
- Alternating speed
- Lifting front wheel
- Bunny hops (Third gear only)
- Distance
- Bike anatomy
- Tools
- Repairs
Further Courses
4th Gear – Downhill mountain biking skills & Trainer/Assessor : Grade 2 Instructor with 4th gear endorsement
5th Gear – Mountain bike trail /course building skills & Trainer/Assessor : Grade 2 Instructor with 5th gear endorsement
6th Gear – Mountain bike trail /course management skills & Trainer/Assessor : Grade 2 Instructor with 6th gear endorsement