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Mechanics Course

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We have been asked repeatedly over the last few years to provide a simple mechanics course that enables enthusiasts and novices alike to tackle everyday maintenance jobs with confidence. Well...we do listen and are now proud to invite you to join us for a day-long course that will cover the most popular and helpful aspects of cycle maintenance.

These courses will be held at the stunning workshop facilities of our Esher Collection Point. Our intention is to provide an enjoyable and relaxed environment for you to learn useful skills that will save you time and money, not to mention impress your friends!

Learn more about our Level One and Level Two courses.

Our Upcoming Courses
Unfortunately, we do not have any upcoming courses currently.

Level One - Basic Repairs

Time:  9am - 4pm
Price: £125

Course Schedule
Time What Will Be Covered
9am - 9:30am Introduction and general information on facilities
9:30am - 10:30am Tyres, tubes and tubeless. Fitting and repair, removing wheels (Q/R and Thru-axle)
10:30am - 11:30am Familiarisation. Components and systems, gears and brakes
11:30am - 11:45am Coffee break
11:45am - 12:45pm Chain and cassette. Replacement and removal
12:45pm - 1:45pm Bike cleaning. Equipment and products
1:45pm - 2:15pm Lunch
2:15pm - 3:15pm Tools. Home mechanic tools used and explained (general tools, torque wrench etc)
3:15pm - 4pm Bar tape and Q&A

Level Two - Home Mechanics

Time:  9am - 4pm
Price: £125

Course Schedule
Time What Will Be Covered
9am - 9:30am Introduction and general information on facilities
9:30am - 11am
  • Identifying worn parts and replacing consumables
  • Brake pads and rotors
  • Cables
  • Chains and cassettes
  • Bearings (bottom bracket, headset, wheels)
11am - 11:15am Coffee break
11:15am - 12:45pm
  • Gear and brake set up and installation
  • Shimano gear and alignment and brake bleed principle
  • Problem-solving and basic brake burp
12:45pm - 1:15pm Lunch
1:15pm - 2pm
  • Hanger alignment
  • Process of checking with the correct tool
  • Importance of installation - cause and effect
2pm - 3pm
  • Principles of wheel truing
  • Understanding of parts and interaction
3pm - 3:30pm Chainset removal and installation
3:30pm - 4pm Q&A
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