1.  Planning  Preparation  Execution Putting on a Long Distance Troop Bicycle Ride Don Milo Bill Campisteguy Troop 714

2. Planning General Biking knowledge Fat vs Skinny (tires that is) FatSkinny Terrain desired – Road ride or mountain trail Pros & Cons Safety considerations (not a race) How far / how many nights Activities along the way – Examples- side trips Supported or Not? Credit card to minimalist

3. Planning (Cont.) Support vehicles “Sag” wagon Trailer/Trucks for gear and suppliesTrailer/Trucks for gear and supplies Desired Scout to Adult ratio Who rides, who drives Planning Committee Boys and Adults Look for advancement opportunities

4. Preparation Route Finding Round trip vs one way or clover leaf Finding what you need Camping locations Go check it out Food & Water Location of hospitals & bike shops Proper Equipment Bikes (certified check up) Gear – the manditories (helmets) Clothing

5. Preparation (Cont.) Basic Maintenance Clean & Lube Air and flats More Later Somebody needs to know bikes

6. Preparation (Cont.) Training rides Safety First (no electronics) Learning techniques Road Trail Learn everyone’s limits Complete Cycling Merit Badge Everybody read the book!

7. Preparation (Cont.) Normal Scout requirements Tour Permit (all drivers/cars) Permission slips RX lists Current Class III medical Activity Contract Driver/Adult Information Packets Cell phone list Maps schedules

8. Execution Final gear inspection On the bike gear Proper Hydration Cycling Snacks Everyone knows route (daily maps available) Stop and regroup every X miles / X minutes/hours Cool max shirts for riding – easily recognizable Night Security

9. Bike Knowledge / Maintenance Hands On - As time permits