City of Columbia Missouri

P.O. BOX 6015
COLUMBIA, MO 65205

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 29, 2016

CONTACT: Janet Godon
Columbia Parks and Recreation Planner
573-441-5495

Getabout Columbia Offers Free Winter Cycling Tips Workshop

(COLUMBIA, MO) -

Riding a bicycle on a blustery day may require a few more layers and a little fortitude, but the proper preparation and a great attitude will keep you cycling year-round.  GetAbout Columbia, in partnership with Columbia Parks and Recreation, is offering a free Winter Cycling Tips and Techniques Workshop at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1. The workshop will be held at the Activity & Recreation Center (ARC), 1701 W. Ash.

Workshop discussion will include practical tips on weather related apparel and gear, bike handling skills and winter bike maintenance.  Discussion will be led by League of American Bicyclists certified instructors and all-weather cyclists. Attendees will receive front and rear bicycle lights.  For more information or to register, call Columbia Parks and Recreation at 573-874-7460.

 

About Getabout Columbia: Funding for GetAbout Columbia is provided by the Federal Highway Administration's Non-Motorized Transportation Program.



City of Columbia Vision
Columbia is the best place for everyone to live, work, learn and play.

City of Columbia Mission
To serve the public equitably through democratic, transparent and efficient government.

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