FREE Two Day Advanced Bike Maintenance Course

Learn and practice advanced bike maintenance skills. A Cycling UK course delivered by Stage 1 Cycles.

By Active Cumbria

Date and time

Location

Greystone community centre

Close Street Carlisle CA1 2HA United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 1 day 7 hours

This course is designed for avid cyclists who already have experience with bike maintenance and repairs. This course is particularly suitable for those who are looking to work or volunteer as a bike mechanic.

This course is certified by Cycling UK and is approximately equivalent to Cytech Level 1. This is a hands-on two full days course. You’ll be working on your own bike, getting your hands dirty and learning by doing.

This Advanced Bike Maintenance course includes:

Personal safety, tool and chemical handling
Cleaning: degreasing and general lubrication
Safety check (M-check)
Brakes: cable and pad replacement, caliper adjustment
Gears: cable replacement, lubrication, mech removal, replacement and positioning, indexing
Transmission: chain set, pedal, chain ring and bottom bracket removal and replacement
Transmission: cassette and free hub removal and replacement
Headset: strip, lube and refit
Wheels: trailside wheel truing; hub servicing, disc removal and replacement
Tyres and tubes: puncture prevention and repair
Lubrication: all items stripped and replaced through the course
Wear and tear: managing your bike and extending component life

For full details of the course content visit Advanced Maintenance | Cycling UK.

The bike will be remaining at the centre overnight so please ensure you have a way of getting home and to the course the next day.

Please note: as this course is provided for free and would normally cost a significant amount if you do not attend or provide notice of cancellation 48hours in advance then you will not be able to attend future courses and maybe liable for the cost of the course.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an age restriction?

This is for participants aged 18+

What prior knowledge do you need?

No prior knowledge, except that you are interested in cycling and wish to use cycling as a means of getting around in your everyday life.

Who do I contact for enquiries?

Please contact TravelActively@cumberland.gov.uk

Is this course for FREE?

It is, but we ask is that you complete a questionnaire for us.

What do I need to bring?

Please bring a packed lunch. You will also need a bike, which you will work on during the course.

Is there parking?

You can park for free at the community centre.

Where is the course taking place?

It is in the Small Hall of the Greystone Community Centre

Organized by

Active Cumbria

Refunds/Cancellation

Refund will be processed for cancellations received 5 or more working days prior to the event. No refund will be issued for cancellations received within 5 working days leading up to the event.

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