Cavalry MTB Club
- Grade level:6-12
- Meeting Times:Wednesdays at 3:10 pm
- Location:Old Log Cabin, Room H
- Seasons:Fall & Spring
- Notice:Bikes can be locked on the trailer beside the Music Palace before school.
- Advisors:Eric Heil
Club Mission
The Cavalry MTB Club promotes the enjoyment of soaring through wooded domains atop mechanical marvels.
Events & Topics
We ride weekly on Wednesdays. Topics covered include:
- bike maintenance
- proper helmet use
- braking
- climbing
- descending
- attack position
- jumping
- cornering
- manuals
Skills & Benefits
Club members will learn how to maintain and safely operate their bicycles. We will go on weekly rides in the Cabin John Park and, as experience builds, we will visit other nearby trails such as Schaffer Farms, Lake Fairfax and Muddy Branch.
Additional Resources
All riders should bring a bike and helmet. Carrying a spare tube and patch kit is recommended.