As a new Americorps at Cascade Bicycle Club, I decided to attend this class because even though I am an experienced commuter, previous Cascade classes have always taught me something new.

The majority of the class was spent on our bikes as practice makes perfect! We practiced changing lanes and taking a left turn on busy streets near U-Village, which makes every other tense traffic situation feel like a breeze in comparison.
The second day of the class was a rainy one, but instead of detracting from our learning, the drizzle added to it. It makes sense to learn in the rain if you’re going to be riding in Seattle.  Soggy skies also presented an opportunity to discuss rain gear, and preventative braking strategies. Waterproof jackets are a must, and one can dramatically increase their comfort level by keeping their hands and feet warm and dry. One of the instructors said, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear”.