We are now offering classes in bike repair that build on our introductory (‘Flat-fix and Tune-up’) class. Registrants should be familiar and comfortable with the subject of that class before taking the intermediate class(es).

The classes are taught by experienced mechanics and provide an intimate, focused, learning environment. The number of participants is limited to 6 per class.

The instructors are qualified professionals. The class outline is structured and focused to cover as much as possible in a relatively short amount of time. As a beginner to bike repair, we expect you will learn a lot and come away feeling much more comfortable with the workings of your machine. It is also an ideal refresher for someone who has taken a class in the past, or has some limited, but spotty experience. You will almost certainly learn some new techniques and tricks.

Intermediate Workshops 1 and 2 do not have to be taken together or in order.

Please bring your bike if possible.

You will probably get dirty, so dress accordingly!

The class location is: CBN Intersection, 761 Queen Street West, Toronto.

Registration is required with a $10 deposit. You are not registered until confirmed in person with the deposit in our hands.

Cash only (exact amounts please!) We will attempt to provide payment alternatives in the near future. Taxes are included.

The classes will BEGIN at 7pm, please plan to arrive no less than 5 minutes before.

Workshop 1: Bike Repair - Brakes and Gears

3 hrs, $30, 6 participants max.

Cable Replacement: the various types, when and how to. Demonstration and hands-on.

Brake Pad Replacement/ Adjustment: the various types (but only brief mention of disc, other hub brakes and hydraulics), when and how to. Demonstration and hands-on.

Derailleur Adjustment: front and rear, how to. Demonstration only.

Workshop 1 Schedule for 2008 (always Wednesdays, 7pm to 10pm):

-May 21st
-July 9th
-August 20th

Workshop 2: Bike Repair - Bearings, Wheels and Drive train.

3 hrs, $30, 6 participants max.

Bearing Adjustment: Review (from basic class) of how to identify need for adjustment. How to adjust, how to identify need for overhaul (but not how to). Demonstration and hands-on.

Spoke Replacement and Wheel Truing: Very basic introduction to minor wheel truing and how to replace a spoke (barring other damage). Demonstration only.

Chain wear check and how to identify need for replacement of drive train (chain/cogs/chainring/pulleys), sizing of chain, lubrication. Demonstration (with hands-on if time permits).

Workshop 2 Schedule for 2008 (always Wednesdays, 7pm to 10pm):

-May 28th
-July 16th
-August 27th

Note:

Due to the huge variety of bicycle components available, we may not have time to cover the specifics of every participant’s bike, but we’ll do our best. Suspension maintenance will not be covered.

This is a basic class, if there are topics you wish to explore in greater detail please let us know to get on a waiting list and we’ll organize a class once we’ve got enough registrants.

If you are a woman you can also register for the ‘Wenches With Wrenches’ series of bike repair classes.

We look forward to seeing you!