Cyclist Testing Protocol – Session at Lake Louisa State Park

We are excited to announce a comprehensive testing protocol for our cyclists, set to take place on as of the first Saturday of every month at 8:30 am out of Lake Louisa State Park. This session will not only include drill work and pace lines but most importantly, we will be introducing and testing on new group zone rides to enhance our training efficiency and safety. All tri club members must attend this testing protocol prior to doing a group ride with the team.

GROUP ZONE RIDES OVERVIEW

We’ll be dividing our cyclists into three distinct groups based on their skill level and average riding speed. This classification ensures a cohesive training session, allowing each athlete to train at a pace that’s challenging yet within their capabilities. Here’s a brief on the groups:

• Hermes Group: Our veterans who are proficient in holding a pace line, averaging speeds of 21 – 24 mph.
• Hercules Group: Our mid-pack riders, also familiar with maintaining a pace line but at average speeds of 18 – 20 mph.
• Artemis Group: Designed for our novice or back-pack riders aiming to hold 16 – 18 mph.

GRADUATION PROTOCOL

Every athlete has the potential for growth, and to facilitate this, we will allow for graduation to the next level during our testing and bike clinics, scheduled every second Saturday of the months. This system encourages improvement and provides clear goals for our athletes, ensuring everyone has a path to enhance their skills and move up through the ranks.

THE GOAL

The overarching aim of this structured approach is to create a training environment that is both safe and comfortable for all. We want to ensure that no one is left behind, and everyone feels supported in their training endeavors. This Saturday’s session will serve as a stepping stone towards achieving these training dynamics.

Please arrive ready for a productive day of drill work, pace lines, and our inaugural group zone ride testing. Your cooperation and enthusiasm will make this initiative a success.

Course Breakdown:

• Clinic Overview:
  • Gearing basics
  • Braking
    1. Correct use of Front Brake & Rear Brake
  • Straight line riding
    1. Single handed drills
    2. Drinking and eating drills
    3. Signaling drills
    4. Balance drills (standing, mounting, & dismounting)
  • Cornering
    1. Slow speed
    2. High speed
    3. U-turns
    4. Zig Zag
    5. Figure 8
  • Obstacle avoidance
    1. Front wheel lift
    2. Back wheel lift
    3. Bicycle jump
  • TIME TRIAL – 15k
• Division into Hermes Group, Hercules Group, and Artemis Group based on skill level and riding speed
• Graduation Protocol for advancement to the next level ever 1st Saturday of every months