Free Bike Maintenance Class - fixing brakes including cables

Welcome to our Free Bike Maintenance Class where you can learn how to:-

Identify different types of brakes.

Fit new inner and outer brake cables (not including hydraulic brake cables).

Fit brake pads.

Diagnose brake problems.

Join us at The Old Rectory Building for this hands-on event. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process step by step. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable skills and ensure your bike is in top condition. See you there!

Bring along and practice on your own bike or lets us know in advance and we will have one availalbe for you to use. Bike tools and components will be provided for the class.

This is part of a series of free bike maintenance classes at Houghton Rectory Park. Our other class topics include:-

Fixing punctures and safety checks

Replacing cassettes and chains

Gear set up and indexing

FAQs

How much does the course cost?

Free – Working alongside Cycling UK's Big Bike Revival, SnS Cycling in Houghton - le - Spring have organised these sessions for the people in the Sunderland area.

What equipment will I need to bring?

If possilbe your own bike to practice on, however we do have a limited number of bikes available. Let us know if you would like to borrow one for the class when ordering your ticket as we need to transport them to the class.

Who is running the Session?

Local cycling company SnS Cycling CIC (www.facebook.com/SnSCycling). Their British Cycling coach Sara B will be teaching the course. Sara has spent many years teaching learn to ride a bike for Sustrans, local schools, Gateway Wheelers and Houghton Rectory Riders.

Host or Publisher SnS Cycling