Scheduling the Rides Lay out a schedule that includes at least 5 classes and the seven required rides . Make sure that the parents get a copy of it by holding a bike inspection meeting first. Check out the bikes and enlist the parent's help. Nothing works better than having your schedule in front of parents and asking them what rides they can help out on. Do not limit yourself to just the men.
Cycling is an equal opportunity activity.
Because there is such a gap between the two 25 mile rides and the final 50 miler, I have always scheduled one or two 35 mile rides. Use these rides in case of bad weather, vacation conflicts or if a scout is having problems making the distance on the required rides. Schedule at least two classes before the first ride. Use these classes to go over the rules of the road, group riding issues and basic emergency techniques. Unless you are an experienced Effective Cycling rider, try to enlist someone from your local bike club to help you with these two classes.