| Tuesday May 07, 2013 6:00 PM - Wednesday May 08, 2013 6:00 PM | £60.00 |
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Introduction to Maintenance
Ever wanted to get your hands dirty but didn't know where to begin? Thought that paying £50 to get some new brake pads was just a tad too much? Looks like it's time for you to learn how to do it yourself! In LBK's Introduction to Bike Maintenance course, we'll show you how.
Day 1: How your bike works
1) Names of common bike parts
2) Essential basic tools: names and usage
3) How to give your bike a health check
4) How to clean and lubricate a bike (includes how to use a chain breaker, and how to use our fancy-pants, eco-friendly parts washer)
5) Fixing punctures
Day 2: Preventative care for your bike
6) How to fit your bike to your body
7) Rim Brakes - how they work, how to adjust and how to change brake blocks + cables. NB, if you have hub brakes or disc brakes, your brakes won't be covered by this class.
8) Derailleur Gears - how they work, how to index. Includes how to set high/low limit screws and how to adjust cable tension. NB, if you have hub gears, this won't be covered in the class. We do a separate class on Sturmey Archer hub gears.
Your teacher will be the fabulous Fenn Kiddle, who has years of experience working in community bike spaces. Her relaxed and informative style will guide you through the wonderful world of bike maintenance.
This course will take place Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th of May from 6 - 9pm, and will include bottomless tea and coffee. You will also get 1 year's LBK membership when you sign up! What a lovely way to start your week. And if you don't have your own bike - don't worry, we can lend you one, just let us know beforehand.
Knowledge is power - arm thyself.
(N.B. If you sign up for a class and then can't make it, please let us know as early as humanly possible and we will try to accomodate you.)
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LocationLondon Bike Kitchen (View)
28 Whitmore Road
London N1 5QA
United Kingdom
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| Minimum Age: 18 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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