Come and learn everything from lane positioning to gear ratios. Not sure how to ride through an intersection? Curious about riding two abreast? Our nationally certified instructors are walking bicycle-encyclopedias and can answer any question you might have. We guarantee you’ll come away having benefited whether you are an expert or a novice bicyclist. 2 hours of class instruction (outdoors at the Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition courtyard) and 2 hours of on-bike instruction. Our instructors use slide illustrations and street diagrams to communicate a general overview of how to bicycle safely in Sonoma County. Our on-bicycle instruction includes both skill drills and a instructional bike ride to help recognize and avoid potential hazards and significantly improve riding skills. A bicycle in good mechanical condition and a properly fitted helmet are required for our Smart Cycling class.