Clinics

At Charleston Bicycle Company and Running Shop, we want to help you enjoy and get the most out of your swimming, cycling, running, and triathlon activity. One way we can help is to make sure you purchase the right equipment. Another way is to help you access and use the most up-to-the-minute information about your favorite activity.

Throughout the year we have professional clinics at Charleston Bicycle Company and Running Shop covering subjects our clients and friends have suggested to us. Click on Contact Us and give us a call or send an e-mail to find out about our latest clinics. Advance registration is required. Clinics cost only $45 so call or e-mail to register today. Our current schedule includes the following clinics:

Cycling 101 Triathlon 101 Tri Transitions Swimming for Triathletes

Bike Fit Analysis Bike Commuting to Work

Cycling 101. The Cycling 101 clinic is for everyone that wants to get a little more serious about their cycling. It covers subjects like cadence, efficiency, and body position. We talk about proper nutrition and the best clothes to wear. You'll also learn about local routes and group rides. Our Cycling Clinics are held in May and August. (Back to top.)

Triathlon 101. In Triathlon 101 we'll discuss what kind of bike you might want to use. About how to train for your first triathlon. What equipment you'll need. And answer that all important question: "Can I really do this?" Our Triathlon Clinics are held in February and June. (Back to top.)

Tri Transitions. Tri Transitions will tell you what equipment and preparations you'll need in your transition area. How to set up your transition area. And we'll talk about speed work. Our Tri Transition Clinic is held in April. (Back to top.)

Swimming for Triathletes. This clinic will include drills, workouts, open water swimming tips, and help you analyze your basic stroke. These clinics are held in March and July. (Back to top.)

Bike Fit Analysis. Find yourself tiring quickly? Getting uncomfortable? Muscles aching? Maybe your bike doesn't fit properly! At this clinic we will help you analysis your current fit and suggest changes that will give you a more comfortable, efficient ride. The Bike Fit Clinic is held in September. But our Professional Bike Fitting Service is always available by appointment. Please click on 'Bike Fitting' in the Special Services Section at the bottom of the website. (Back to top.)

Bike Commuting. Several CBC employees commute to work everyday. You can to. This clinic will help you plan your commute: what to wear, what route to take, and what kind of bike to use. The Commuting Clinics are held in January and October. (Back to top.)

Please click on Contact Us and call, stop by, or email us to reserve a space in the clinics you are interested in. As the specific dates are set for 2006 we will post them in the 'Calendar' section of the website.