DC> cycling preferences are...
 DC> I'm just getting back in here after the summer... 
 DC> roady, dirt, racer, commuter
 DC> or strictly utlily recreation/transportation...  Anyway the question is
Commuter/rec with an eye to running one particular off-road mtn-bike race 
next year, and doing some touring.
 DC> have you ever taken a recognized bicycling course... be 
 DC> it Effective Cycling o
 DC> CanBike, IMBA, or whatever is available near you and 
 DC> would suit your needs...
No - however, I am an experienced driver, and a product of young driver's 
many,many moons ago. As a driver, I am aware of what stupid things cyclists 
can do, and avoid them. I tread myself much the same way on the bike.
 DC> I learned that... as well as a whole raft of new things. A real good 
idea.
Such as?
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