January 11, 2018 | Author: Anonymous | Category: N/A
Biking Tutorial Outdoor recreation for youth. Focusing on healthy living and social-emotional development.
Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail
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Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail • Length….75 miles • Surfaces….Paved • Use….Multi-Use – – – –
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Hiking Running Biking Roller Blading
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Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail Cities & Towns Newtown, Milford, Loveland, Morrow, Oregonia, Corwin, Spring Valley, Xenia, Yellow Springs, and Springfield, Ohio.
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Part of the “rails-to-trails” movement
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Partners on the bike trail
Loveland Bike Rental 206 Railroad Avenue Loveland, OH (513) 683-0468 Montgomery Cyclery/Loveland 116 Karl Brown Way Loveland, OH 45140 (513) 583-8600
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We’ll Be Riding “Hybrid Bikes”….. • Multi-Purpose Bike – – – – – – – – –
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General Purpose Bikes Mid-Range Gear Ratio Standard Size Tires “Comfort” Bikes Upright Sitting Position Good for Paved Trails Good for Light Off-Roading Not As Fast as “Road Bikes” Not For Serious Off-Roading
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Not “Road Bikes”….. • Specialized Bikes – – – – – – – –
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Light Weight Frame Narrow Tires Higher Gear Ratio Built for Speed Low Handle Bars Lower Rider Profile More Aerodynamic Paved Trails/Roads Only
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Not “Mountain Bikes”…..
• Specialized Bikes – – – – –
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Heavy Duty Frame Large Knobby Tires Lower Gear Ratio Shock Absorbers Built for Off-Roading
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And wearing helmets
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Safety Tips
There are locations where the trail crosses streets with motor traffic. Stop, look and listen for motor traffic before proceeding across any road!
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Safety Tips
Pass others on the left. Just like out on the road, faster trail users should pass slower users on the left. Give an audible warn ing with a bell, or call out “PASSING ON YOUR LEFT!”
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Safety Tips
Pick a buddy or small group with which to bike.
Don’t wander off on your own
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Keep It Clean
Leave No Trace!!!
Don’t litter along the trails. Leave only footprints (or tire tracks).
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Agenda for the Day….. 9:45 = Buses Arrive in Loveland
9:45 to 10:15 = Orientation
10:15 to 12:00 = Bike Ride
12:00 to 1:00 = Lunch & Learn
1:00 to 2:45 = Bike Ride
3:00 = Buses Depart Loveland
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Really….a 40-mile bike ride?
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Your ride will start in Old Loveland.
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Pedal up trail for about 1-hour.
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Stop, turn around, and return to Loveland.
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Take a break for “Lunch & Learn”.
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Pedal down trail for about 1-hour.
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Stop, turn around, and return to Loveland.
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Really….a 40-mile bike ride?
• Some bikers will travel 10 miles each way for a total of 40 miles during the day.
• Others will travel just 3 to 5 miles each way, for a total of 12 to 20 miles during the day
• It’s not a race. Take your time. Set your own pace. Take short breaks as needed.
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What about lunch….. •
Ham, Turkey, or Veggie Sandwich
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Chips
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Brownie
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Gear for the Day….. Wear Gym Shoes…..
Wear light weight shirts and shorts.
But No Flip-Flops
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Layer if Temperatures are Cool…..
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Bring a Snack…..
• Fruit is good.
• So are nuts and trail mix….
• …..and granola bars.
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Use a Backpack…..
• To carry……….
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Get a good workout while you hang with friends.
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See beautiful scenery…..
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And make new friends…..
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