Description
Bicycle Maintenance Basics
- July 26, 2017
- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
- 344 Broadway, 4th Floor
Beyond Bicycle Maintenance Basics
- August 1, 2017
- 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
- 344 Broadway, 4th Floor
Urban Cycling Basics
- August 15, 2017
- 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
- 344 Broadway, 4th Floor
Class Descriptions
Bicycle Maintenance Basics
- The anatomy of the bike
- Removing wheels
- Fixing flats
- Chain Maintenance
- Pre-Ride check
- Seat height
- Portable tool kit
- Keeping your bike healthy with preventative bike maintenance
Beyond Maintenance Basics
- Basic repair tools
- Thoroughly cleaning and lubricating your bike
- Removing both wheels
- Completely changing a flat tire
- Pinpointing squeaks and rattles
- Removing pedals
- Adjusting front and rear brakes + derailleurs,
- Dealing with a broken spoke
Urban Cycling Basics
- Finding the right kind of bike
- Route planning
- Safety equipment, including lights and a helmet
- Locking properly
- Transporting small loads or children by bike
- Multi-modal commuting
- Rules of the road and safety tips.
For More Information
For more information about bike workshops or to register, please email Jennifer Lawrence, jlawrence@cambridgema.gov.