GMBP Member Information
Please make sure your First Aid/CPR certifications are current and up to date.
Adhere to the Rules of the Trail
Adhere to the Rules of the Trail
Patrolling at an Event
Bike Repair Guidelines
Patrollers should be comfortable with basic bike repair tools and able to perform the following standard field repairs:
Chain repair Derailleur adjustment
Saddle adjustment Brake adjustment
Head set adjustment Basic spoke and wheel repair
Legal Issues
Performing mechanical repair on another person's bike could lead to legal action if that person were to injure themselves as a result of a patrol member's actions. It is preferable to supply the rider with tools and advice to fix his/her own bike. This way the patrol member is not liable for injury as a result of the repair. In addition, the rider will learn how to do the repair himself/herself.
Patrollers should be comfortable with basic bike repair tools and able to perform the following standard field repairs:
Chain repair Derailleur adjustment
Saddle adjustment Brake adjustment
Head set adjustment Basic spoke and wheel repair
Legal Issues
Performing mechanical repair on another person's bike could lead to legal action if that person were to injure themselves as a result of a patrol member's actions. It is preferable to supply the rider with tools and advice to fix his/her own bike. This way the patrol member is not liable for injury as a result of the repair. In addition, the rider will learn how to do the repair himself/herself.
Tool/Spare Parts Kit Contents
It is suggested that patrollers carry and be familiar with the following tools:
It is suggested that patrollers carry and be familiar with the following tools:
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Multi tool
Chain tool (chain breaker) Hex key set (Allen wrenches) Phillip's head & flat head screwdriver Adjustable wrench (small) Spoke wrench Tire levers (2-3) |
Pump
Patch kits Tubes Duct tape (small roll) Zip ties Cables (shifter/brake) Tire boot for ripped tire |
First Aid Pack Contents
Most patrollers wear some type of pack such as a large capacity hydration pack (i.e. Camelbak) which can be used to carry first aid supplies, tools and tubes. It is recommended that patrol members carry the following first aid items:
Most patrollers wear some type of pack such as a large capacity hydration pack (i.e. Camelbak) which can be used to carry first aid supplies, tools and tubes. It is recommended that patrol members carry the following first aid items:
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Rubber gloves (2 pr)
Cravats (5) Glucose tablets Safety pins (10) Adhesive bandages (12) Knife (Swiss Army-type)* Kling (4 rolls) A way to record the incident |
Small notebook*
Ice pack 4" x 4" bandages (12) Incident report sheets* Bug repellent* 5" x 9" bandages (2) Trauma scissors |
Adhesive tape
Pocket mask Trail maps (10) SAM splint1-4 oz. 4-oz. tube antibiotic creme 4-oz. bottle sunscreen Antiseptic towelettes Ace bandage |
* Items are not necessarily first aid specific, but should be carried by patrollers.
Note: Medication, lotions, bug repellents, salves, etc. should only be provided, never applied by the patroller.
Note: Medication, lotions, bug repellents, salves, etc. should only be provided, never applied by the patroller.
