Requirement · part of 6. Complete ALL of one option, under the buddy system

6(B). Option B: Trail or Mixed Surface Biking

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Handling skills, a trail safety test, 30 miles across six rides, then a 22-mile trail day. All of it. May be done on a mountain bike or another properly equipped manually-powered cycle.

Note. A mountain bike is not the only option. A gravel bike, tandem, hand-powered bike, recumbent, adult tricycle or adaptive cycle may all be used if properly equipped and manually powered. On a tandem the Scout must actively power the cycle alongside the other rider.

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Cycling Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-06-10), Requirement 6(B) · Names the cycles other than a mountain bike that may be used, and the condition on a tandem.

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