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How's your riding? SLAM Member Ride Clinics

Last year we were looking at how we could help Members keep their riding skills up to scratch after completing the Advanced Riding Course (ARC). advanced rider clinic

A small number of people have taken advantage of Fellow Membership - where you are reassessed every three years - whilst others have gone for the Masters qualification, or have engaged in Observer training. However, for most people, after doing the ARC, their riding is not exposed to regular critical feedback. Now I don't know about you, but I know my riding can always be better!

To bridge this gap, Rider Continuous Improvement Coaching (we call it the Ride Clinic) was introduced at April's AGM to allow members to get ongoing training without having to sign up for one of the more onerous routes. We are delighted to say that during the course of the last 6 months, 36 members have used the clinic, made up of anyone from people returning to biking after a break (winter hibernation or longer), to "just passed" associates looking to improve their riding skills even further.

The clinics are tailored to the specific needs of each rider, are on a one-to-one basis, and let you decide where you will get the most from some additional input. Let's be honest... we all have at least one aspect of our riding we wish we could do better!

The clinics will continue to be available throughout the winter and beyond, so why not contact John Burns on rideclinics@slambikers.co.uk to book a session!

Welcome to SLAM - a little bit about us...

South Lancashire Advanced Motorcyclists (SLAM) are dedicated to making better riders and promoting road safety for motorcyclists in Lancashire and the North West.

SLAM are Official Providers of IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Courses - be one of the most skilled riders on the road with this on-road course delivered by qualified experts.

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Be a Better Rider with IAM RoadSmart

There's never been a better time to improve yoir riding with our IAM RoadSmart Advanced Riding Course. For only £149 - check out the IAM website - www.iamroadsmart.com

If you are serious about your biking, you'll be serious about making the most of it - maximising both enjoyment and safety.

What is 'Advanced Motorcycling'?

Advanced motorcycling is the ability to control the position and speed of the machine safely, systematically and smoothly, using road and traffic conditions to make reasonable progress unobtrusively, with skill and responsibility.

This skill requires a positive but courteous attitude and a high standard of riding competence based on concentration, effective all round observation, anticipation and planning.

Benefits of SLAM Membership

Improved riding skills
Better hazard identification
Continuous skill development
Improved safety
Improved riding enjoyment
Group rideouts
Award-winning newsletter
Social events and meetings
Holidays and camping weekends
Meeting motorcycling enthusiasts
Some dealer / supplier discounts
Possible insurance discounts once test passed

Insurance Disclaimer - Impromptu Rides

Just a reminder that the IAM Group Ride Insurance does not cover a ride which is not led by a Committee Member, Observer or Approved Ride Leader. If you are leading an impromptu or other non-SLAM ride, please make sure this is explained to the riders. Thanks!

* Disclaimer for SLAM Rides *

SLAM organises regular Ride Outs for the enjoyment of members who are expected to ride at all times to the IAM Advanced Rider Standard.

When you take part in a SLAM Organised Ride you are responsible for ensuring that you comply with the following statement:

Latest SLAM Events

23 Feb 2019
10:00AM - 04:30PM
Ride Out

02 Mar 2019
08:00AM - 05:00PM
SLAM Fylde Ride

07 Mar 2019
08:00PM - 10:00PM
SLAM Social - Blood Bikes Talk

04 Apr 2019
08:00PM - 10:00PM
SLAM AGM

05 Apr 2019
08:00AM - 05:00PM
SLAM Borders Weekend

06 Apr 2019
08:00AM - 05:00PM
SLAM Fylde Ride

Where We Meet

The monthly SLAM Social Meetings (1st Thursday) are held at Preston Grasshoppers RFC, Lightfoot Green Lane, Preston PR4 0AP https://goo.gl/maps/bHVps9KiyuQ2

The Fylde Socials (3rd Thursday) are held at the Boot & Shoe, Beech Rd, Elswick, PR4 3YB http://goo.gl/iMkfFf