Bicycle maintenance training

Comprehensive 8-week course teaches you how to diagnose, prevent, and fix/tune-up a majority of the basic issues you might
have with your bicycle.

CLASSES START 3/8/23 (WEDNESDAY)

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Overview

8-week course costs only $175 | One class per week for 6 weeks
Expert instruction from Trek and Shimano certified mechanic Josh Gerard
6 p - 7:30 p class every Wednesday for 8 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

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 MAINT2223 at checkout for a 10% discount.
Something to take notes on.
Snacks and hydration so you stay alert and energized!

Curriculum

DATES	FOCUS AREAS	DETAILS
3/8/23 (Wednesday)	Beginner's Class - Systems Check	Identify the different parts of a bike Pre ride safety check (tire pressure, any rubbing / noises, wear and tear parts like pads and chain) Clean and Lube a chain Light brake adjustment Light derailleur adjustment
3/15/23 (Wednesday)	Roadside Repairs - Brakes and Tires	Types of tires (tubeless, tubes, tubular) Inner tube replacement Tire tear “hacks” (tape, dollar bill, tie a tube, carry 27.5 tube mountain biking) Adjusting brake rub
3/22/23 (Wednesday)	Brakes	Adjusting brakes Disc brakes vs rim brakes (advantages/disadvantages) Brake housing vs shift housing Replace Rear brake cable
3/29/23 (Wednesday)	Derailleurs	Rear derailleur tension adjust Rear derailleur limit screw/b tension adjust Front derailleur tension adjust Front derailleur limit screws Chain care
4/5/23 (Wednesday)	Headsets / Bottom Brackets	Testing for play (bb/headset) Threaded versus threadless headsets Replacing bearings Crown race removal and replacement (Demo only) Types of Bottom bracket remove/install pedals, cranks, and bottom bracket on bike
4/12/23 (Wednesday)	Wheel basics	Wheel types (26, 27.5, 29, 700c) Rim width / tire width combinations Testing for play (hubs) Removing cassette / brake rotor Basics of wheel truing (on bike/ off bike)
4/19/23 or TBD Instructor will clarify	Open hours	Use this time to take learnings from the first 6 weeks and continue work on your own bike, ask questions, etc.
4/26/23 or TBD Instructor will clarify	Open hours	Use this time to take learnings from the first 6 weeks and continue work on your own bike, ask questions, etc.