Skill camp - Basics of mountain biking

Learn the skills of mountain biking from Britain's ex cross country racer and expert MTB rider Richard McDowell.

What : Mountain biking skill camp

When : Saturday 25th Feb, 2012. 7 am - 8.30 am

Meeting point: Gachibowli stadium , 6.30 am. Camp location is around 3 km from stadium

Fees : Its Free!

The camp will typically cover the following

• Bike Safety - Helmets, gloves
• Bike fit - saddle height
• Mounting and dismounting the right way
• Braking dynamics - front and rear brakes
• Pedal position
• Descending and ascending - body position, gearing and usage of brakes
• Cornering
• Overcoming Trail obstacles - logs, stairs, etc

To register, please send a mail to 'krish@thebikeaffair.com' with the subject 'Mountain Biking Skill Camp'

Mango Orchard Ride

What : Mango Orchard Ride

When : 11th-12th Feb2012

Level : Easy

Distance : Around 30 km each day

Stay : Tents

Fees : Rs 1400/person ( includes food, accommodation, support)

* Bikes can be hired at an addtional cost. Limited nos only

* Ride starts and ends at The Bike Affair store, Kondapur

Day 1 : We will be starting the ride on Saturday 3.30 pm from TBA on 11the Feb. Destination would be a mango orchard by Himayatsagar lake, which will also be our camping ground. We should be at our destination around 5.30-6.00 pm. We will chill out the rest of the evening there. Simple vegetarian dinner will be arranged. Post dinner we can explore the surrounding area on foot.

Day 2 : We will get up early next day to enjoy and explore the surroundings. Ride starts at 7.00 am. Back to TBA Store by 10 am

To register, please call Krish at 9966040005 or email krish@thebikeaffair.com