Dates/times:
Tuesday, February 03 2015 at 06:30 PM (Get Tickets)
Location:
NextFab
2025 Washington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Event Description:
TUESDAYS 6:30-9PM: February 3, February 10, February 17, February 24
This four session course will offer an in-depth introduction to bicycle mechanics, led by Neighborhood Bike Works mechanic Arthur Zahor. Students will leave the course with a basic understanding of the most common repairs required to maintain bicycles. No prior experience with bicycle maintenance is required. Topics to be covered include: fixing a flat, brake adjustments, derailleur adjustments, bearing systems adjustment and overhaul, cable replacement, safety checking a bike, component specific tools, nomenclature of different bike parts, and basic bike fitting. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bikes to work on in class, and more advanced procedures can be covered upon request. This course is limited to 8 people, with a 4 person minimum.
Session 1: Intro, Nomenclature, and Fixing a Flat
Bike Parts and Tools
Flat Fix
Safety Check
Session 2: Bearing Systems
Wheel hub overhaul and adjustment
Bottom bracket overhaul and adjustment
Headset overhaul and adjustment
Session 3: Cables and Brakes
Types of brakes
Types of cables and replacement
Brake adjustment
Session 4: The Drivetrain
Gears
Chains
Derailleur adjustments