PHED 1143 — Introduction to Mountain Biking
| Lecture/Lab This introductory course in mountain biking will teach students beginning to intermediate mountain bike riding technique, bicycle fit and sizing, safety, and trail etiquette. An emphasis will be placed on cross - country riding for fitness, strength and personal conditioning. Additionally, students will learn the history and culture of mountain biking, pathways to becoming a mountain bike coach/trip leader, the genesis of purpose -built trails and mountain bike parks in the region, cycling advocacy groups, and trail design and maintenance on public, private and reclaimed lands. (Student can earn credit in only one course, either OUTL 1143 or PHED 1143.)