BICYCLE DAY Kathy Mann, Assistant Superintendent Tuesday, July 29, 2014 Cardinal Shelter on the Ohio State Fairgrounds (behind the restrooms at the Cardinal Gate) NOTE: THERE IS A TIME CHANGE IN THE 2014 JUDGING SCHEDULE. Judging times will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Age of Participants: 4-H Age unless noted in specific class guidelines 2. Participation Guidelines: Counties may be represented by a maximum of one participant in each class. No individual may participate in more than one class. The clock trophy winner of any class in 2013 is not eligible to participate in the same class in 2014. All previous class J- 5 clock trophy winner are ineligible to compete again. Awards will be presented at approximately 12:30 p.m. in the Youth Center. Judges will preside over the event and their decision will be final. The contest is designed to be practical demonstration and an attempt has been made to simulate operating condition. 3. Type of Evaluation: All participants must compete the following: Personal interview Parts ID Bicycle Inspection Bicycle Rider Skill course (Could be up to 6 skill areas, straight line, double obstacle test, double zig-zag obstacle, turning around, emergency turn and stop, figure eight steering) The points-off system will be used with penalty points given for errors. The winning contestant will be the one with the lowest score. FOR THE DESIGN OF EACH RIDER SKILL COURSE PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING PAGES! 4. Participant MUST bring: Registration information provided to you by your County 4-H Educator. Completed project book showing involvement in and progress toward completion of their project goals. A display representing their learning experience in the current project. All participants are required to provide their own bicycle. All participants are required to provide their own properly fitted bicycle helmet to wear during the skill course activity. 5. For additional details and updates related to 4-H Engineering activities, go to the following site: www.4hengineering.osu.edu CLASSES J-1 Bicycling For Fun (ages 11 & younger) J-2 Bicycling For Fun (ages 12 & older) J-3 Wheels In Motion (ages 11 & younger) J-4 Wheels in Motion (ages 12 & older)
AWARDS AND SPONSORS 1. All participants will receive a participation award sponsored by the Ohio State Fair. 2. The top 20% of each class will receive Outstanding of the Day awards sponsored by the Ohio State Fair. 3. One clock trophy will be presented to the top individual in each class. 2013 CLASS WINNERS (are not eligible to participate in the same class in 2014) J- 1 Bicycling For Fun Nate Hofstetter, Wayne Co. J- 2 Bicycling For Fun Kinsey Dietrich, Defiance Co. J- 3 Wheels In Motion Nicholas Baughman, Allen Co. J- 4 Wheels In Motion Devin Reinhart, Seneca Co. J- 5 Bicycle National Contest Qualifier Steven Demmer, Stark Co. Previous participants in the National 4-H Engineering Challenge are not eligible to participate again in the same project area. 4-H ENGINEERING BICYCLE DAY PARTICIPATION SCHEDULE NOTE A CHANGE IN TIMES- Please report to the registration desk 15 minutes before your county is scheduled. 9:00 a.m.: Allen, Ashland, Champaign, Clark, Clinton, Coshocton, Crawford Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hardin, Hocking, Holmes, Knox, Licking, Logan, Madison, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Morrow, Muskingum, Pickaway, Perry, Richland, Ross, Shelby, Union, Vinton, Wyandot 10:00 a.m.: Athens, Auglaize, Belmont, Butler, Carroll, Clermont, Darke, Erie, Guernsey, Hamilton, Hancock, Harrison, Henry, Highland, Huron, Jackson, Lorain, Medina, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Paulding, Pike, Portage, Preble, Seneca, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, Warren, Wayne, Wood 11:00 a.m.: Adams, Ashtabula, Brown, Columbiana, Cuyahoga, Defiance, Fulton, Gallia, Geauga, Jefferson, Lake, Lawrence, Lucas, Mahoning, Meigs, Mercer, Ottawa, Scioto, Trumbull, Williams Putnam, Sandusky, Van Wert, Washington The exact schedule of participation will depend on the number reporting at any one time. Persons in charge will attempt to give a more definite schedule at the time of registration.
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 1 - Straight line test Purpose: To determine the rider's ability to maintain control of the bicycle while riding a straight line. 4 inches 100 feet 25 feet 25 feet Procedure: From a riding start at slow or average speed, the rider travels the entire length of the line with both tires touching the line at all times. 1. Having either tire leave the line x2 2. Touching foot to the ground x5 3. Stopping x8 4. Skidding wheel x5 5. Expending an excessive amount of energy x3
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 2 - Double obstacle test Purpose: To determine the rider's ability to gauge limited space on a straight line. 5 inches 5 feet Procedure: From a riding start, the rider slowly maneuvers between the pairs of obstacles without either tire touching any obstacle. When the rider has gone the entire distance, he or she turns and repeats the performance in the opposite direction. 1. Having either tire touch an obstacle x2 2. Touching foot to ground x5 3. Not passing between every pair of obstacles x5 4. Skidding wheel x5 5. Using brake excessively x5 6. Expending an excessive amount of energy x3
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 3 - Double zig-zag obstacle test Purpose: To test the rider's ability to gauge limited space on a zig-zag line. 10 feet 1 foot 5 inches Procedure: From a riding start, the cyclist zig-zags at a slow rate of speed between the pairs of obstacles without either tire touching an obstacle. When the rider has traveled the entire distance, he or she turns and repeats the performance in the opposite direction. 1. Having either tire touch an obstacle x2 2. Touching foot to ground x5 3. Not passing between every pair of obstacles x5 4. Skidding wheel x5 5. Using brake excessively x5 6. Expending an excessive amount of energy x3
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 4 - Turning around Purpose: To have the rider demonstrate the ability to turn around easily and smoothly within a limited area. 24 feet 12 feet Procedure: The rider travels along the left side of the 12-foot lane, turns clockwise and goes in the opposite direction. Rider then goes along the right side of the lane and turns counterclockwise giving proper signals for all turns. 1. Touching foot to ground x5 2. Failure to give signals x5 3. Improper signals given x5 4. Touching any border line with wheels x10 5. Off course x5 6. Failure to make smooth and easy turns x5 7. Using brakes excessively x5
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 5 - Emergency turn and stop Purpose: To test the rider's ability to turn and stop within a limited area. 24 feet 6 feet 3 feet 12 inches 25 feet 6 feet Procedure: The rider enters the 12-inch-wide lane at average speed, turns to the right without either wheel cutting the corner of the lane, and comes to a stop within the lane six-feet wide. The cyclist then repeats the test with a left turn and stop. 1. Touching foot to ground x5 2. Having either tire touch or cross x2 any boundary line 3. Skidding wheel x5 4. Not having bicycle under control x10
Sample Bicycle Skill Test no. 6 - Figure eight steering Purpose: To evaluate the rider's ability in steering and balance. 25 feet 22 feet 20 feet Procedure: The rider takes a moving start with both hands on the handlebars and makes three complete figure eights. The riding lane is 12 inches wide. 1. Touching foot to ground x5 2. Not using both hands on the handle bars x5 3. Having either tire touch any border line x2 4. Off course x5 5. Using brakes excessively x5 6. Expending an excessive amount of energy x5
Incorrect x5 = If two parts to answer, each worth 2.5 points Name County Exhibitor Number SAMPLE BICYCLE PARTS IDENTIFICATION Instructions All Contestants: a) Write the tag number on the line to the left of the most correct name for each part. b) Give other information (size, position, type, etc.) where space is provided after a word(s). Axle Axle Nut Axle Wrench Bearing Bearing Cone Bearing Race Bearing Set Wrench Bell Brace Brake Arm Brake Caliper Brake Lever Brake Pad Brake Shoe Cable Cable Carrier Chain Chain Stay Crank Crank Arm Crank Hanger Derailleur Down Tube Dust Cap Fender (Mud Guard) Fender Support Bracket Frame Front Fork Gear Cluster Grip Handlebar Handlebar Stem Head Tube (Head Set) Horn Hub Jockey Wheel Light Mirror Pedal Pivot Bolt Quick Release Nut Rear Frame Fork Reflector Saddle Seat Clamp Seat Post Seat Post Clamp Seat Stay Seat Tube Shifting Lever Spoke Spoke Wrench Sprocket Stand Tension Roller Tire Top Tube Tube, Tire Valve Core Valve Stem Cap Wheel Rim
Name County Number 4-H BICYCLE CONTEST SAMPLE SAFETY INSPECTION (Each item counts 5 points except helmet) HELMET: NO YES REAR WHEEL: (Cont.) NO YES Rider wearing an approved Helmet (50 pts) Tire properly inflated? Tire tread in good condition? SIZE: Wheel centered in fork? Driver straddle frame with both feet PEDALS: on ground? Driver straighten leg when seated on Pedal bearing properly adjusted? Saddle with on heel on low pedal? Pedals intact and tight? Seat post at least 2 inches in frame? Pedal treads intact and tight? Seat (saddle) level and tight? CHAIN: HANDLEBARS: Chain tension correct (3/8-1/2 in play)? In line with wheel and symmetrical? Sprocket teeth fit properly? Adjusted to height below driver s Chain in good condition? shoulder level? If multi-speed bike, does gear change Tightly fitted, horizontally and vertically? operate properly? Tubing ends plugged? Grips in place and tight? BRAKES: FRAME: Brakes operate properly? Are all tubes in line without bends If Hand Brake: Or kinks? Cable taut, without frayed ends? Brake Shoes tight? FRONT WHEEL: 3/16 inch of rubber on shoe? Calipers properly centered Wheels run true, side to side, and round? Hand span for handlebar brake correct Are all spokes in place and properly tuned? for individual? Rim free from dents or kinks Wheel bearing properly adjusted? OTHER EQUIPMENT: Tire properly seated on rim? Tire properly inflated? Saddle tight and in good condition? Tire tread in good condition? All reflectors in place and in good Wheel centered in fork? condition? REAR WHEEL: Audible warning device? Wheel runs true, side to side and round? If Equipped for Night Riding Are all spokes in place and properly tuned? Rim free from dents or kinks? Front and rear lights operate? Wheel bearing properly adjusted? The lights of proper type? Tire properly seated on rim? Special remarks by Inspector (deficiencies to be corrected) Number of No Answers X5 = Total Score