Basic Bicycle Maintenance Class - Thurs, Aug 27 at 6:15pm

Learn the fundamentals of bicycle care and become more comfortable maintaining your bike.

In this beginner-friendly class, the team at Kickstand Culture Bike Shop will introduce the basic knowledge and routine maintenance practices that can help keep your bicycle working properly.

No previous bicycle repair experience is needed. We’ll explain the fundamentals clearly, demonstrate common maintenance procedures, and help you become more familiar with the parts and operation of your bicycle.

What You’ll Learn

This class will provide a general introduction to basic bicycle maintenance and care. Topics may include:

• Becoming familiar with the primary parts of a bicycle
• Basic pre-ride safety and condition checks
• Routine cleaning and bicycle care
• Basic tire, wheel, brake, and drivetrain maintenance
• Recognizing common signs that a bicycle needs attention
• Knowing which maintenance tasks can be handled at home and when professional service is recommended

Specific topics may vary depending on the bicycles brought to the class and the questions raised by participants.

Who Is This Class For?

This class is a good fit for:

• New and recreational cyclists
• Riders who want to understand their bicycles better
• People who would like to perform basic bicycle care at home
• Commuters, fitness riders, and rail-trail riders
• Experienced riders who would benefit from a practical refresher

No previous bicycle maintenance or repair knowledge is required.

Practical Instruction

This class combines explanation with practical demonstrations. Participants will be able to see common maintenance procedures, ask questions, and learn how routine care can help keep a bicycle safe, reliable, and enjoyable to ride.

What to Bring

Participants are encouraged to bring their bicycle so they can relate the information presented in the class to their own equipment. If bringing your bicycle is not practical, you may still attend and benefit from the instruction and demonstrations.

You may also want to bring:

• Any basic bicycle tools or maintenance supplies you already own
• Questions about caring for or operating your bicycle
• Clothing that you do not mind getting slightly dirty

Bicycle maintenance tools, cleaning products, lubricants, pumps, and other supplies will be available for purchase separately.

Types of Bikes Covered

The basic maintenance principles discussed in this class 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 used during the class.

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.