Fix-A-Flat Class - Wed, Aug 26 at 6:15pm

Learn how to fix one of cycling’s most common problems and get back on the road with confidence.

In this beginner-friendly, hands-on class, the team at Kickstand Culture Bike Shop will walk you through the process of removing a bicycle wheel, replacing or patching an inner tube, checking the tire for the cause of the flat, and properly reinstalling the wheel.

No previous bicycle repair experience is needed. We’ll explain each step clearly, demonstrate the process, and give you an opportunity to practice the skills yourself.

What You’ll Learn

• How to identify common causes of a flat tire
• What tools and supplies you should carry while riding
• How to safely remove and reinstall a bicycle wheel
• How to remove a tire without damaging the tire, tube, or rim
• How to inspect the tire and rim before installing a new tube
• How to install a replacement inner tube and avoid pinching it
• How to properly reseat and inflate the tire
• When a tube can be patched and when it should be replaced
• Tips for preventing flats and roadside repair problems

Who Is This Class For?

This class is a good fit for:

• New and recreational cyclists
• Riders who want to become more self-sufficient
• Commuters, fitness riders, and rail-trail riders
• Anyone who carries a spare tube but is not yet confident using it
• Experienced riders who would benefit from a practical refresher

No previous bicycle repair knowledge is required.

Hands-On Practice

This is more than a demonstration. Whenever practical, participants will have an opportunity to practice removing a wheel, removing and reinstalling a tire, and replacing an inner tube under the guidance of our staff.

What to Bring

Please bring your bicycle or a wheel from your bicycle so you can practice with equipment that is familiar to you. If bringing a bicycle or wheel is not practical, please contact us before registering to ask whether a practice wheel will be available.

You are also encouraged to bring:

• The tire levers, pump, inflator, or repair kit you normally carry
• A spare inner tube that fits your bicycle
• Any flat-repair tools you would like help learning to use
• Clothing that you do not mind getting slightly dirty

If you are unsure which tube or supplies fit your bicycle, we can help you identify the correct items. Tubes, tire levers, pumps, patch kits, and other repair supplies will be available for purchase separately.

Types of Bikes Covered

The class focuses primarily on conventional bicycle tires that use replaceable inner tubes. The basic skills apply to many road, hybrid, comfort, mountain, folding, and electric bicycles.

Registration Information

Advance registration is required because class size is limited. Each registration reserves one space for one participant.

• No physical product will be shipped.
• Please provide a current email address and telephone number during checkout so we can contact you if necessary.
• Please arrive approximately 10 minutes before the class begins.
• If you plan to bring your bicycle, please make sure it is reasonably clean and ready to be worked on.

Questions Before Registering?

If you are unsure whether this class is appropriate for you or your bicycle, please contact Kickstand Culture Bike Shop before registering.