This course teaches the essential mechanical basics so you understand your bicycle better, solve small problems yourself and judge repair quotes more confidently.

Programme

1. Safety check: brakes, bolts, spokes, tyres, frame, rims, racks, suspension and gears

2. Puncture repair: remove the wheel and tyre, replace or repair the inner tube, reassemble everything

3. Check and adjust brakes: recognise brake pad wear on disc and rim brakes, centre brake pads

4. Adjust and fine-tune gears

5. Adjust saddle height, stem and handlebar for comfort and efficiency

6. Check chain wear

7. Correctly adjust bicycle suspension

8. Check and, if necessary, adjust the headset

9. Choose the right replacement parts

10. Understand whether a repair quote is reasonable

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