Lesson 7: all riding, on the street or on trails. To maximize our time, every morning Doug and I moved all 40 bicycles from the classroom where they were stored to the front of the cafeteria. It took 45 minutes and we each walked 2 miles (I checked), but it was worth it. Monday:
Tuesday. Guntej: “Miss Artlete, I want to be in your group.” You’re a very good rider and should go with Mr. Doug in the blue group. “I’d rather be in the red group.” I had room, so it was ok. Then Shamira made the same request, also ok to join. Aha! a group of friends managed to be together, only Elijah and I did not speak Punjabi, and my name was changed permanently to Miss Artlete. They were all delightful.
Wednesday. There was a shortage of volunteers to ride sweep for the groups. For the first time in 3 years, I led a street ride with the blue group. All competent and confident riders and a great way to end.
Just one time down the slide then it’s back to the bikes!
Project Ride Smart is the best bicycle-driving education program in the Sacramento region. I’m lucky to be a part of it.
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