SVBC will teach you all the basics of fixing your bike so it is safe to ride! This hands-on, in-person, skill-building workshop empowers you to repair and maintain your own bike. The 2.5 hour class is open to ages 14 and up. You are encouraged to bring your own bike to learn and work on!
Air - how to fix a flat, how to find out how much air to put in your tires, and taking wheels on and off.
Brakes - diagnose what adjustments your brakes need and learn to make the adjustments.
Chain/Cassette - learn to make the adjustments to help your chain move smoothly and quietly across the cassette and chainrings.
A dditional issues/topics may be covered as time allows.
Please bring no more than one bike per class participant. It is ok if you do not bring a bike but best if you can bring your own bike to work on. Please also bring a rag or two if you can.
What past attendees have said about the class:
"Loved being able to practice tube patching. Loved that you had so many staff who were knowledgeable." - Melissa P.
"I felt more capable of fixing my bike which made me want to bicycle more!" - Frankie E.
"Made me more aware of how wear-and-tear affects the mechanics of my bike, and how often I should be prioritizing basic maintenance - also led me to purchase a few new tools to keep my ride in good shape" - Lauren B.
"I liked becoming more comfortable with repairing my bicycle." - Isabel E.
