Level One NICA coaching complete, let's see how the season rolls

Just finished my courses for a Level One Mountain Bike coach over the weekend.  This will be the second year in helping my son and his team.  I am optimistic as to how the season will go with stay in place and other restrictions due to COVID-19.  I myself have been out on the mountain bike trail getting some much needed mental and physical miles in.  I have even done a few virtual challenges/races.  My son’s season is five races, spread out over every other weekend staring in September.  It is fun to get out and practice with the team and help them achieve their goals. It is also fun to travel around getting to ride other courses around the state. 

A great weekend

Over this past weekend I took part in the NICA On the Bike Training 101 clinic for coaches. I learned a lot. During the four hour course was able to listen and watch demonstration of skills and drills and then repeat them on my own bike. 

I took the class, wanting to up my coaches certifications, but also wanted to see about improving my own skills on the bike. 

I am wanting to keep the students I am coaching improving and getting better on the bike themselves. The skills and drills can apply to any or all the of the students I ride along with. 

Sunday I was able to get out and take my third ride on a new bike. Still getting used to it. I need to replace the factory seat it came with but other than that I am really liking it. A blog is in the works showing what new ride I chose.