Basic Bike Maintenance Class (VTA)

SVBC's certified League Cycling Instructors in partnership with Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange's mentor mechanics will teach you the basics of fixing your bike so it is safe and smooth to ride! This hands-on workshop empowers you to maintain your own bike for the most common issues, including fixing a flat. This 3-hours class is open to ages 14 and up.

Air - how to fix a flat and reduce risk of flats by over half, how much air to put in your tires, and how to take wheels on and off

Brakes - diagnose what adjustments your brakes need, make them, and determine when pads need to be replaced.

Chain+ (transmission) - how to help your chain move smoothly and quietly across the cassette and chainrings (gears).

Additional issues/topics may be covered as time allows.

You will earn a patch kit and a set of tire levers for attending!

Bring your own bicycle (no more than 1 per student) to learn and work on! You can also observe another student with their bike if you cannot bring your own bike to the class. Some light snacks and water will be provided, but please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one. Please also bring a rag or two if you can.

Location: Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange - 3961 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA. The entrace faces the parking lot off Corporation Way.

While we hope you'll ride your bike, motor vehicle parking is available in the parking lot. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow for wayfinding.

There is limited capacity and we have had classes with waitlists of 30+ people, so please only register if you have high confidence you will attend. If that changes, please cancel your order if you are no longer able to make it so others who want to attend can do so.

This class is provided to the public for free with funding from 2016 Measure B courtesy of VTA . Thanks to Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange for the generous use of their space and collaboration with their mentor mechanics.

If you find this class valuable, join fellow bicyclists in paving the way for safer streets and a sustainable and healthier future by donating TODAY! All donations are tax-deductible and any donation gives you an annual SVBC membership. EIN: 77-0338658

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