Purpose/Objectives:
• To learn the basic operating principles of a bicycle.
• To learn how to repair and maintain a bicycle
• To learn bicycle safety rules for the road.

Individual or teams may compete.

Junior Division- 4-H'er must be 9 years of age prior to January 1 of the current year an not have reached their 14th birthday before January 1 of the current year.

Senior Division- 4-H'er must be 14 years of age prior to January 1 of current year and not have reached their 19th birthday before January 1 of current year.

Presentation Ideas:

Junior/Senior
• Parts of a bicycle
• How to care for a bicycle
• How to tighten and replace spokes
• How to prepare a snack for bicycle traveling
• Recreational and business uses for bicycles
• How to select the bicycle that is right for you
• Safe tips for the road

Resources:

Bike shops,
NC Governor' Highway Safety Bicycle Program
Internet Web Sites on Bicycles
Local Bicycle Clubs.

Rules/Regulations:
See NC 4-H Presentation Regulations.
 

Suggestions/Helpful Hints:
• Use good visuals.
• Know the parts and principles associated with your specific topic.
• Be prepared to answer questions.
• Safety should be used when working with bicycles.

1. Judges will review each presentation and complete a judge's score sheet.
2. Judges will use their own discretion as to whether questions will or will not be asked.
3. Judges decisions will be final.

Awards: District Winners - To be determined

State Winners - To be determined

Donor: To be determined