One day advanced bicycle
maintenance courses

This course is designed for those who want to know more than the basics and is especially good for mountain bikers who need to maintain their bikes on a more regular basis due to severe off-road riding conditions.

On the day you will cover the following topics:

• Chains – split and rejoin, replace, check for wear and how to clean and maintain and which ones to buy (7, 8 or 9speed)
• Cassettes – how to remove and replace a cassette and which ones to buy (7, 8 or 9speed)
• Chainsets and chainrings – inspection for wear and learn about different types of bottom brackets
• Rear derailleur – removal, functionality, adjustment inc cables and replacement of jocky wheel
• Front derailleur – set up, adjustment and positioning on frame
• Headsets – how to strip down, clean, replace bearings and rebuild
• Wheel bearings – How to replace or adjust Shimano hub bearings
• Brake pads – removal and replacement (v-brake and generic hydraulic)
• Tools – what you need in your tool box and out on the trail
• Adjusting suspension sag and bike fit advice

We will also talk about cleaning and lubrication of bikes, making small adjustments to adapt bikes for a perfect fit and wider maintenance and cycling issues – plus whatever comes up on the day over a brew!

Price

£105 per person including lunch and drinks
Course runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm at our workshop in Manchester

To book click here

“Excellent content, informal but thorough. Well delivered and supported. Would recommend to others.”

Jonathan, Flintshire

“After a long journey from Wales we were made really welcome, put at ease and appreciated the refreshments!”

Bryan, Wales

"Really enjoyed the day, despite the long hours! Would like to see an ultra-advanced course for mountain bikes."

Mick, Shropshire