USA Cycling bill woodul race mechanics clinic
p/b the professional bicycle mechanics ASSOCIATION

January 4th - 7th, 2021
Austin Texas
Training on:
Caravan Support • Bike Wash • Team Operations • Pit Support 
Mountain Support • Tire Fundamentals • Bicycle Fit
​Para Sports​ • Rules & Regulations for the Mechanic

The USA Cycling Bill Woodul Race Mechanics Clinic presented by the PBMA provides instruction in both lecture and hands-on environments from practicing world-class team, race and event support mechanics.  This 4-day workshop is like none other in the world and provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience to rub shoulders with some of the leaders in the industry. Past participants have gone on to work for National Teams, World Tour Teams, World Cup Teams and the Olympics. 

Registration is $650 and includes transportation from and to the Austin (AUS) airport, double occupancy lodging and most meals
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While there is no prerequisite to attend, it is suggested that you have a comprehensive understanding bicycle mechanics.  This is an advanced course in Race Support for bicycle mechanics.

Instruction provided by:

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Important Details:

• This Clinic is limited to 64 participants, classes are broken down into groups of 16, most classes feature a lead instructor and a helping instructor, teacher to student ration = 1:2.
• The Clinic is hosted by the PBMA on behalf of USA Cycling at the Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark - Austin, Texas, this hotel offers ample free parking and is an easy Lyft, Uber or drive from all the great offerings of Downtown and South Austin have to offer.
• The Clinic will begin at approximately 5pm on January 4th and conclude around 1pm on January 7th. Checkin will be available onsite beginning at 3pm on January 4th.
• Registration cost includes lodging and most meals from January 4th to January 7th, additional nights lodging are available for $150 per person per night, you will have the option to add an additional night or nights during checkout.
• A course manual is included your registration fee, this manual has been created, added to and edited since the first Clinic in 1989, this is the only place you will ever find this comprehensive guide to cycling event support.
• Transportation to and from the event is the responsibility of the attendee. The PBMA will offer a limited shuttle service to and from the Austin (AUS) Airport. You can view the schedule by clicking here. Space is limited and the option will be removed from checkout once a scheduled time is full. The hotel offers a shuttle for $10 each way and Uber or Lyft are readily available (estimated cost is about $15 each direction)
• Lodging is double occupancy, meaning you will have your own room, shared with one other person. Rooms will be assigned prior to arrival. During the checkout process you will be able to provide some information so we can find a suitable roommate.
• Meals include a welcoming reception, 2 lunches, a dinner and daily snack and coffee breaks. The reception will feature a cash bar, Beer, Wine and Alcohol maybe purchased by those of legal drinking age, the estimated cost of a beverage is XXXX... during checkout you may purchase drink coupons at a discounted cost.
• Upon successful completion of this 2020 Race Mechanics Clinic you will receive a Category 3 USA Cycling Race Mechanics License.
• During this Clinic you will participate in core classes with emphasis on race, team and event support.  You will also receive training on rules, caravan driving and keynote speeches from coaches, athletes and other inspiring industry personnel. 
• Please check the weather, the event is run rain or shine and includes outdoor activities on the hotel property.
• The license you will earn by completing this course does not directly equal paid work, it does open the door with contacts within the racing community as well as adds your name to a database of licensed mechanics.