Our mission is to empower people through hands-on bicycle education. We hold classes, seminars and clinics covering bicycle riding, maintenance, and repair.
Our Basic Bicycle Maintenance Course is a four-class series designed for beginners and those wanting to review the basics of bicycle maintenance. It is designed to provide a supportive learning environment that caters to multiple learning styles. We want give our students increased confidence on their bicycles, whether they are riding two- or or two thousand miles.
We offer one-on-one and semi-private Hourly Instruction allowing students to tackle a variety of basic bike maintenance topics one at a time. Contact us for more information.
Our scheduled Basic Bicycle Maintenance Courses are currently offered to women in the Madison-area.
Contact us for inquiries about seminars and clinics for your workplace, club, or organization.
What To Expect
While we won't turn you into a seasoned bike mechanic in four short classes, here is what you should feel comfortable with after attending our Basic
Bicycle Maintenance Course:
Repairing a flat tire
- Increased familiarity with bike terms and tools
- Adjusting cable tension for tuning your brakes
- Diagnosing brake pad problems
- Proper chain cleaning and lubrication
- Knowing when to get a tune-up or an overhaul (and what that means)
The Basic
Bicycle Maintenance Course is a wonderful resource for cyclists who want to feel more self-sufficient on the road (or the trail). It will help you digest the information found in a bike repair manual or online and help you know what to ask for when you bring your bike in for maintenance or repair.