About this Event
Lucky Bikes Re-Cyclery - Official Park Tool Maintenance Class
Join us at Lucky Bikes Re-Cyclery and get ready to roll up your sleeves for some hands-on experience with bike repairs and maintenance. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, this class is perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their bike maintenance skills and don't want to wait on the long summer turn around times! We strongly encourage students to bring their own bicycles for a tailored educational experience.
Classes are limited to 6 students. Each session will occur every Tuesday & Wednesday, from 6pm-8pm, over the course of two consecutive weeks.
Dates: November 10, 11, 17, 18
Please reach out to ryan@luckytoride.org if you have any additional questions or concerns regarding the class, material, or anything Lucky Bikes! If paying in cash, please call or stop by Lucky Bikes to secure your spot!
Location: Lucky Bikes Re-Cyclery, 4394 South Federal Boulevard, Englewood, CO 80110
Agenda
*There is a $15 charge from Eventbrite for cancellations
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
November 10. Class 1: Introduction to Bike Components, Tires, & Tubes
Info: How to change a tube
How to change a tire
How to tell if your tire needs to be replaced
How to select the right tire (Size, type, tread pattern, etc)
Tubeless tires and setup demonstration
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
November 11. Class 2: Drivetrains & Cable Tension
Info: Different kinds of chain, How to select & size a chain, How to use barrel adjusters,
How cable tension works,
How to adjust your derailleurs tension,
How to adjust the high and low limit screws,
How to adjust the B-Limit screw,
Troubleshooting derailleur hangers
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
November 17. Class 3: Wheels, Hubs, Spoke Tension & Truing
Info: What are spokes? What is spoke tension and how does it work?
What is a Hub?
How to adjust tension on spokes, How to adjust hubs, how to check wheel balance
🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
November 18. Class 4: Brakes, Cockpit, & Conclusion
Info: Brake adjustments, common brake issues, pad replacements, pad wear, ergonomic cockpits, setting up front and rear suspension, Park Tool certification
Event venue & nearby stays
Lucky Bikes, 4394 South Federal Boulevard, Englewood, United States
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