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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:1-->
 
<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:1-->
</noinclude>Have the Cycling Honor.  
+
</noinclude>Have the Cycling honor.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req1 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req1 /></b>
  
 
<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:2-->
 
<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:2-->
</noinclude>Describe how to select the correct frame size, handlebar, and saddle height to fit one's body size.  
+
</noinclude>Describe how to select the correct frame size, handlebar, and saddle height to fit one's body size.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req2 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req2 /></b>
  
 
<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:3-->
 
<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:3-->
</noinclude>Describe briefly all the desirable features of a bicycle used for long distance touring.  
+
</noinclude>Describe briefly all the desirable features of a bicycle used for long distance touring.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req3 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req3 /></b>
  
 
<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:4-->
 
<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:4-->
</noinclude>Take apart, clean, and reassemble the bearings in the front and rear wheels, head-set, and bottom brackets.  
+
</noinclude>Take apart, clean, and reassemble the bearings in the front and rear wheels, head-set, and bottom brackets.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req4 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req4 /></b>
  
 
<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:5-->
 
<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:5-->
</noinclude>Explain and demonstrate the meaning of "BCD" as it relates to the crank.  
+
</noinclude>Explain and demonstrate the meaning of "BCD" as it relates to the crank.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req5 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req5 /></b>
  
 
<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:6-->
 
<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:6-->
</noinclude>Select the crank and rear sprocket combination that would give the best results under the following conditions:  
+
</noinclude>Select the crank and rear sprocket combination that would give the best results under the following conditions:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6 /></b>
  
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req6a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:7-->
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req6a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:7-->
</noinclude>Riding in hilly terrain  
+
</noinclude>Riding in hilly terrain
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6a /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6a /></b>
  
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req6b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:8-->
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req6b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:8-->
</noinclude>Touring with packs on the bicycle  
+
</noinclude>Touring with packs on the bicycle
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6b /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6b /></b>
  
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req6c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:9-->
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req6c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:9-->
</noinclude>Riding in level country  
+
</noinclude>Riding in level country
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6c /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req6c /></b>
  
 
<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:10-->
 
<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:10-->
</noinclude>Explain how the riding characteristics of a bicycle are affected by:  
+
</noinclude>Explain how the riding characteristics of a bicycle are affected by:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7 /></b>
  
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req7a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:11-->
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req7a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:11-->
</noinclude>The geometry of the bicycle frame including:  
+
</noinclude>The geometry of the bicycle frame including:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7a /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7a /></b>
  
 
::<b>i. <section begin=req7ai /><noinclude><translate><!--T:12-->
 
::<b>i. <section begin=req7ai /><noinclude><translate><!--T:12-->
</noinclude>Head and seat tube angles  
+
</noinclude>Head and seat tube angles
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7ai /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7ai /></b>
  
 
::<b>ii. <section begin=req7aii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:13-->
 
::<b>ii. <section begin=req7aii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:13-->
</noinclude>Fork rake  
+
</noinclude>Fork rake
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aii /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aii /></b>
  
 
::<b>iii. <section begin=req7aiii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:14-->
 
::<b>iii. <section begin=req7aiii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:14-->
</noinclude>Chain stay length  
+
</noinclude>Chain stay length
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aiii /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aiii /></b>
  
 
::<b>iv. <section begin=req7aiv /><noinclude><translate><!--T:15-->
 
::<b>iv. <section begin=req7aiv /><noinclude><translate><!--T:15-->
</noinclude>Bottom bracket height  
+
</noinclude>Bottom bracket height
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aiv /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7aiv /></b>
  
 
::<b>v. <section begin=req7av /><noinclude><translate><!--T:16-->
 
::<b>v. <section begin=req7av /><noinclude><translate><!--T:16-->
</noinclude>Wheel base length  
+
</noinclude>Wheel base length
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7av /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7av /></b>
  
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req7b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:17-->
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req7b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:17-->
</noinclude>The kind of wheels used including:  
+
</noinclude>The kind of wheels used including:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7b /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7b /></b>
  
 
::<b>i. <section begin=req7bi /><noinclude><translate><!--T:18-->
 
::<b>i. <section begin=req7bi /><noinclude><translate><!--T:18-->
</noinclude>Clincher or tubular tires  
+
</noinclude>Clincher or tubular tires
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7bi /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7bi /></b>
  
 
::<b>ii. <section begin=req7bii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:19-->
 
::<b>ii. <section begin=req7bii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:19-->
</noinclude>Number of spokes used on each wheel  
+
</noinclude>Number of spokes used on each wheel
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7bii /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7bii /></b>
  
 
::<b>iii. <section begin=req7biii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:20-->
 
::<b>iii. <section begin=req7biii /><noinclude><translate><!--T:20-->
</noinclude>Number of spokes each spoke crosses  
+
</noinclude>Number of spokes each spoke crosses
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7biii /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req7biii /></b>
  
 
<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:21-->
 
<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:21-->
</noinclude>Make a list of desirable equipment items to be taken on a multi-day bicycle tour, including shelter and cooking equipment.  
+
</noinclude>Make a list of desirable equipment items to be taken on a multi-day bicycle tour, including shelter and cooking equipment.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req8 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req8 /></b>
  
 
<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:22-->
 
<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:22-->
</noinclude>Review courtesy and safety rules used while bicycling. What are the rules for the road for cyclists in your local area?  
+
</noinclude>Review courtesy and safety rules used while bicycling. What are the rules for the road for cyclists in your local area?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req9 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req9 /></b>
  
 
<b>10. <section begin=req10 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:23-->
 
<b>10. <section begin=req10 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:23-->
</noinclude>What are the advantages of drafting? Know how to safely and properly draft.  
+
</noinclude>What are the advantages of drafting? Know how to safely and properly draft.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req10 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req10 /></b>
  
 
<b>11. <section begin=req11 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:24-->
 
<b>11. <section begin=req11 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:24-->
</noinclude>Know the different clothing articles used in bicycling and the advantages of each.  
+
</noinclude>Know the different clothing articles used in bicycling and the advantages of each.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req11 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req11 /></b>
  
 
<b>12. <section begin=req12 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:25-->
 
<b>12. <section begin=req12 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:25-->
</noinclude>List the maintenance checks needed prior to riding a 100-mile (160 km) tour, including items such as:  
+
</noinclude>List the maintenance checks needed prior to riding a 100-mile (160 km) tour, including items such as:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12 /></b>
  
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req12a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:26-->
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req12a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:26-->
</noinclude>Truing tires completed  
+
</noinclude>Truing tires completed
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12a /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12a /></b>
  
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req12b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:27-->
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req12b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:27-->
</noinclude>Cables are tightened  
+
</noinclude>Cables are tightened
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12b /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12b /></b>
  
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req12c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:28-->
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req12c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:28-->
</noinclude>New tubes and tires, pressures checked  
+
</noinclude>New tubes and tires, pressures checked
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12c /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12c /></b>
  
 
:<b>d. <section begin=req12d /><noinclude><translate><!--T:29-->
 
:<b>d. <section begin=req12d /><noinclude><translate><!--T:29-->
</noinclude>Chain lubrication  
+
</noinclude>Chain lubrication
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12d /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12d /></b>
  
 
:<b>e. <section begin=req12e /><noinclude><translate><!--T:30-->
 
:<b>e. <section begin=req12e /><noinclude><translate><!--T:30-->
</noinclude>Brake pad thickness checked  
+
</noinclude>Brake pad thickness checked
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12e /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12e /></b>
  
 
:<b>f. <section begin=req12f /><noinclude><translate><!--T:31-->
 
:<b>f. <section begin=req12f /><noinclude><translate><!--T:31-->
</noinclude>Repair tool kit verified  
+
</noinclude>Repair tool kit verified
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12f /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req12f /></b>
  
 
<b>13. <section begin=req13 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:32-->
 
<b>13. <section begin=req13 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:32-->
</noinclude>Develop a plan that involves hydration and nutrition that you will use before, during, and after a ride.  
+
</noinclude>Develop a plan that involves hydration and nutrition that you will use before, during, and after a ride.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req13 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req13 /></b>
  
 
<section begin=challenge />
 
<section begin=challenge />
 
<b>14. <section begin=req14 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:33-->
 
<b>14. <section begin=req14 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:33-->
</noinclude>Have the following riding record while working on this honor:  
+
</noinclude>Have the following riding record while working on this honor:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14 /></b>
  
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req14a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:34-->
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req14a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:34-->
</noinclude>Make three single-day 20-mile (32 km) rides in different locations.  
+
</noinclude>Make three single-day 20-mile (32 km) rides in different locations.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14a /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14a /></b>
  
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req14b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:35-->
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req14b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:35-->
</noinclude>Complete either a 75-mile (120 km) one-day bicycle trip or a multi-day 100-mile (160 km) bicycle tour.  
+
</noinclude>Complete either a 75-mile (120 km) one-day bicycle trip or a multi-day 100-mile (160 km) bicycle tour.
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14b /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req14b /></b>
 
<section end=challenge />
 
<section end=challenge />
  
 
<b>15. <section begin=req15 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:36-->
 
<b>15. <section begin=req15 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:36-->
</noinclude>Evaluate the 75-mile trip (120 km) or 100-mile (160 km) tour. Answer such questions as:  
+
</noinclude>Evaluate the 75-mile trip (120 km) or 100-mile (160 km) tour. Answer such questions as:
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15 /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15 /></b>
  
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req15a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:37-->
 
:<b>a. <section begin=req15a /><noinclude><translate><!--T:37-->
</noinclude>What were high/low points of the ride?  
+
</noinclude>What were high/low points of the ride?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15a /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15a /></b>
  
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req15b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:38-->
 
:<b>b. <section begin=req15b /><noinclude><translate><!--T:38-->
</noinclude>What parts of your preparation helped you succeed? What could you have better prepared for?  
+
</noinclude>What parts of your preparation helped you succeed? What could you have better prepared for?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15b /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15b /></b>
  
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req15c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:39-->
 
:<b>c. <section begin=req15c /><noinclude><translate><!--T:39-->
</noinclude>When did you almost quit? Why?  
+
</noinclude>When did you almost quit? Why?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15c /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15c /></b>
  
 
:<b>d. <section begin=req15d /><noinclude><translate><!--T:40-->
 
:<b>d. <section begin=req15d /><noinclude><translate><!--T:40-->
</noinclude>How did your hydration and nutrition plan work during your ride? What was most helpful? What would you change about your plan next time?  
+
</noinclude>How did your hydration and nutrition plan work during your ride? What was most helpful? What would you change about your plan next time?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15d /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15d /></b>
  
 
:<b>e. <section begin=req15e /><noinclude><translate><!--T:41-->
 
:<b>e. <section begin=req15e /><noinclude><translate><!--T:41-->
</noinclude>What would you do differently next time?  
+
</noinclude>What would you do differently next time?
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15e /></b>
 
<noinclude></translate></noinclude><section end=req15e /></b>
 
<section end=Body />
 
<section end=Body />

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Cycling - Advanced

Skill Level

2

Year

1976

Version

16.05.2024

Approval authority

North American Division

Cycling Advanced AY Honor.png
Cycling - Advanced
Recreation
Skill Level
123
Approval authority
North American Division
Year of Introduction
1976
See also



1. Have the Cycling honor.

2. Describe how to select the correct frame size, handlebar, and saddle height to fit one's body size.

3. Describe briefly all the desirable features of a bicycle used for long distance touring.

4. Take apart, clean, and reassemble the bearings in the front and rear wheels, head-set, and bottom brackets.

5. Explain and demonstrate the meaning of "BCD" as it relates to the crank.

6. Select the crank and rear sprocket combination that would give the best results under the following conditions:

a. Riding in hilly terrain

b. Touring with packs on the bicycle

c. Riding in level country

7. Explain how the riding characteristics of a bicycle are affected by:

a. The geometry of the bicycle frame including:

i. Head and seat tube angles

ii. Fork rake

iii. Chain stay length

iv. Bottom bracket height

v. Wheel base length

b. The kind of wheels used including:

i. Clincher or tubular tires

ii. Number of spokes used on each wheel

iii. Number of spokes each spoke crosses

8. Make a list of desirable equipment items to be taken on a multi-day bicycle tour, including shelter and cooking equipment.

9. Review courtesy and safety rules used while bicycling. What are the rules for the road for cyclists in your local area?

10. What are the advantages of drafting? Know how to safely and properly draft.

11. Know the different clothing articles used in bicycling and the advantages of each.

12. List the maintenance checks needed prior to riding a 100-mile (160 km) tour, including items such as:

a. Truing tires completed

b. Cables are tightened

c. New tubes and tires, pressures checked

d. Chain lubrication

e. Brake pad thickness checked

f. Repair tool kit verified

13. Develop a plan that involves hydration and nutrition that you will use before, during, and after a ride.


14. Have the following riding record while working on this honor:

a. Make three single-day 20-mile (32 km) rides in different locations.

b. Complete either a 75-mile (120 km) one-day bicycle trip or a multi-day 100-mile (160 km) bicycle tour.


15. Evaluate the 75-mile trip (120 km) or 100-mile (160 km) tour. Answer such questions as:

a. What were high/low points of the ride?

b. What parts of your preparation helped you succeed? What could you have better prepared for?

c. When did you almost quit? Why?

d. How did your hydration and nutrition plan work during your ride? What was most helpful? What would you change about your plan next time?

e. What would you do differently next time?