PE 1664

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  • Schedule of Classes - March 20, 2026 3:39PM EDT

PE 1664
Mountain Biking

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

Mountain Biking is for those who want to learn the skills to ride a bike on single track trails. Skills on the bike include body position, braking, shifting, descending, climbing and navigating natural terrain such as rocks, roots and logs. Mountain Biking is geared towards beginning mountain bikers, but it takes place on narrow, uneven trails and basic bike handling skills are a must. You can expect ride 5-10 miles a day on average. You will also learn to complete a bike safety check, change a flat tire and navigate on the trails. Classes will take place at different trail systems.


Prerequisites ability to comfortably ride a bike.

Fees Course fee, $325. For instruction. Students without a bike can rent one for $60 for the duration of the class from Cornell Outdoor Education.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1863 PE 1664   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

    • Bode, C

    • S
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

    • Bode, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $325. Bikes are available for $60 rental fee. Prerequisites: Ability to comfortably ride a bike. Mountain Biking is geared towards beginning mountain bikers, but it takes place on narrow, uneven trails and basic bike handling skills are a must. The first class meeting will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to other areas around Ithaca, New York. Transportation is provided for classes off campus.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1864 PE 1664   LEC 002

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

    • Bode, C

    • Su
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026

    • Bode, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $325. Bikes are available for $60 rental fee. Prerequisites: Ability to comfortably ride a bike. Mountain Biking is geared towards beginning mountain bikers, but it takes place on narrow, uneven trails and basic bike handling skills are a must. The first class meeting will meet briefly on campus in Bartels Hall, room B01. Other classes will first meet at Bartels Hall and then travel to other areas around Ithaca, New York. Transportation is provided for classes off campus.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

    Department Consent Required (Add)