About this Event
Tool Time Tuesday
Join us at Community Cycleworks for a hands-on evening of bike repair!
Whether you're a mechanic in need of a workspace, or want some one-to-one tuition to get some things fixed on the bike, Tool Time Tuesday is perfect for anyone looking to fix their bikes.
This event is ideal for those who:
- want to work or learn in an uninterrupted environment
- have a bike project that they want to do, but no place/tools/mechanical help to do it
- are preparing their bikes for an event (like a cycle tour) and want to do it themselves and understand what is happening to their bikes
- and more!
Most industry tools are available including the infamous Rozone parts washer to get the stubborn London grime off your bike. Learn from our experienced mechanics and leave empowered knowing that you can fix it yourself.
Four slots are available for each session:
Slot 1 - 17:30-18:00
Slot 2 - 18:00-18:30
Slot 3 - 18:30-19:00
Slot 4 - 19:00-19:30
Two tickets are available for each slot - for two workstands and two mechanics, ideal if you want to be there with a friend.
If you want to book for the whole session, please book all four slots. We will ask you to vacate the workstand at the end of your slot if there is someone else booked in after you.
Guidelines for common repairs:
Fixing things for the first time by yourself? Expect that it will take 3x longer than if an experienced mechanic does it (e.g. in the local bike shop). Using this, we estimate the following:
Puncture repair - 60-90 mins
Brake pad change and adjustments - 60 mins
Brake adjustments only - 30 mins
Brake cable change (for ONE brake) - 30 mins
Gear cable change and minor adjustments - 30-60 mins
Gear indexing - 60-90 mins
Chain change - 30 mins
Chain and cassette/freewheel change - 60 mins
Bearings
Bottom bracket change - 60-90 mins
Wheel hub service (for ONE wheel) - 60 mins
Headset bearings change only - 60 mins
Headset replacement - 60-90 mins
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Community Cycleworks, 11 Portland Street, London, United Kingdom
