Even if you rely on Walkers Cycling, a relative or friend to fix your bicycle there are a few basic skills every cyclist should have, such as how to remove and refit a wheel and tyre; how to mend a puncture; how to adjust the gears so they index accurately (move the chain onto the next cog with a single click of the shifter) and how to adjust the brakes so the pads don't rub or squeal.

The easiest way to get hands-on mechanical experience is to come to one of our evening classes where you will be shown how it's done by a skilled and qualified mechanic. You'll then get to practice your new skills on your own bike using the right tools for the job.

Held over 1 evening, 2 hours, maximum 3 or 4 students, course fee £20.00

Held over 3 evenings, 2 hours per evening, maximum 3 students, course fee £50.00

You will spend 6 hours learning how to service and repair your bike.

• Puncture repair: wheel removal, locating punctures, fixing punctures, wheel refitting.
• Wheel truing - essential for better braking.
• Brake adjustment for powerful, silent stopping including fitting new cables and pads.
• Adjusting bearings for maximum life and smooth running.
• Gear adjustment: including fitting new cables and fine tuning front and rear mechanisms.
• Bottom bracket and headset adjustment.
• Recommendations for routine bicycle servicing.

Tailor your own course. Let us know what you want to learn and we will put together a suitable course for you. Ideal for clubs, organisations or just a group of friends. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

PLEASE NOTE:
Due to staff illness our cycle maintenance courses have been suspended until further notice. We hope to resume maintenance courses later in 2010 or early in 2011. Please accept our apologies for any disappointment this may cause.