Comprehensive 7-week course teaches you how to diagnose, prevent, and fix/tune-up a majority of the basic issues you might
have with your bicycle.
WINTER SESSION IS NOW FULL
Overview
- 7-week course costs only $199 | One class per week for 7 weeks
- Expert instruction from our Trek and Shimano certified mechanics
- 6 p - 7:30 p class for 7 weeks
- Small class size
- 10% discounts on tools, parts and accessories during the class
- All classes held at 2 Rivers Bicycle & Outdoor - 33 Sherman Avenue W, Fort Atkinson WI
Registration
Select to take your 7 classes on Wednesday night with Josh OR Thursday night with Chick!
| Day of Week | Instructor | Class Dates | Register |
| Wednesday | Josh Gerard | 1/8/2025, 1/15/2025, 1/22/2025, 1/29/2025, 2/5/2025, 2/12/2025 2/19/2025 | Sessions SOLD OUT |
| Chick Westby | 1/9/2025, 1/16/2025, 1/23/2025, 1/30/2025, 2/6/2025, 2/13/2025 2/20/2025 |
What To Bring
- A quality brand bicycle
- Bikes found on the curb, off brand big box store bikes, etc. aren't the best candidates for this class. The scope of work required for these type of bikes can be greater than the time available each night.
- A disc brake equipped bicycle is recommended but not required. Disc brake service is a big part of the curriculum.
- Tools listed below (see section at bottom of page) are recommended but not required. Use discount code MAINTCLASS at checkout for a 10% discount on tools, parts and accessories (excludes sale items).
- Something to take notes on.
- Snacks and hydration so you stay alert and energized!
Curriculum
| CLASS | FOCUS AREAS | SHOP BIKE OR BYOB (bring your own bike)?* | Class Level# |
| 1 | Shop tour Identify Bike Parts/Components Inner tube change Tubeless setup | Shop bikes | Novice |
| 2 | Brake adjustments Rim (v brake, cantilever, caliper) Cable tension Pad alignment & spacing Disk (mechanical, hydraulic) Pad replacement Pad alignment & spacing | Shop bikes | Novice |
| 3 | Deep Drivetrain inspection and clean Check chain & cassette Chain removal and cleaning Cassette removal and cleaning Pedal removal/installation | BYOB | Novice |
| 4 | Bottom Bracket Service Remove crankset Remove Bottom Bracket Clean, reinstall, adjust Bottom Bracket Headset Service Fork Removal (for non-internally routed) Bearing inspection Reinstallation and adjustments | BYOB | Novice |
| 5 | Drivetrain service - rear Install rear derailleur Set limit screws Size & install chain Set B tension & indexing | Shop Bikes, BYOB for additional practice | Intermediate |
| 6 | Drivetrain service - Front Set chain gap Set low limit Set high limit Set cable tension | Shop Bikes, BYOB for additional practice | Intermediate |
| 7 | Open shop | BYOB | Intermediate |
*E Bikes are not recommended for "Bring Your Own Bike" days
#Novice Level Class: These are classes that require NO prior knowledge of bikes, tools, or maintenance. We will be breaking things down to a very beginner level. All knowledge is valuable, but those more experienced in mechanics may find the pace slow. Intermediate Level Class: These are classes that require SOME basic knowledge of bikes, tools, and maintenance. The skills needed for these classes will be covered in the Novice Level classes. If you do not have any experience working on bikes it is highly recommended you attend all of the Novice Level Classes before the intermediate level classes.
