This program introduces children and adults, alike, to unicycling and several unicycling disciplines recognized by the International Unicycling Federation (IUF) and the Unicycle Society of America (USA).
All abilities are welcome, including those with zero unicycling experience. New riders will be instructed in the fundamentals — riding, turning, and free mounting and refining those skills through fun and engaging activities.
Experienced riders will explore new tricks and skills through structured activities, games, and practice in the skatepark.
Program Requirements
● A working unicycle
○ A limited number of loaners are available. Contact Dylan if you are interested.
● Bike helmet
● Gloves (recommended)
○ Dylan recommends the Kris Holm Pulse gloves with built in wrist guards. These gloves have extra padding on the palm as well as a built in wrist protector that does not interfere with gripping a unicycle saddle or handlebar.
○ Alternatively, Dylan recommends full finger bike-specific gloves with extra padding in the palm or “demolition gloves” found at the hardware store.
○ Wrist protectors with a hard plastic palm, like the ones marketed for skateboarding, are not recommended because they interfere with gripping the unicycle for technical maneuvers.
● A TeamApp account for practice announcements and changes. Apple. Android.
Program Dates
● Every Saturday from Oct 29th, to Nov 26, 2022. 10AM – 12PM
● Plus two bonus beginner-only sessions on Thursdays Oct 27th and Nov 3rd, 2022. 4:30-6PM
● Additional mountain unicycle pick up rides will be available in December, weather permitting.
Practice Location
● Fossil Creek Park-5821 South Lemay Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Registration
● Cost = $60/rider
● Register here
● Registration DEADLINE: 10/20 @ 11:59pm
Resources
Unicycles
● Unicycle.com
● Unicycle.co.uk
○ Ships from the UK
○ May have stock when unicycle.com is out of stock
● Renegade Juggling
● Mad4One
○ Ships from Italy
○ Good unicycles but site can be confusing
○ Contact Dylan for help ordering
Gear
● Riding gloves
○ https://www.unicycle.com/safety-gear (specifically, KH Pulse gloves)
○ Demolition gloves (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-Medium-Demolition-Gloves-48-22-8731/206613533)
Questions
Please contact info@sendtown.org or dylan@co-uni.org for more information.
