BSBC Intro to Bike Maintenance

138 Bradley Street,New Haven CT 06511

17 April, 2021

Description

Learn how to fix flat tires, clean your chain, and fix rubbing or loose brakes during this 4 hour class. Want to learn how to fix flat tires, clean your chain, and fix rubbing or loose brakes? During this 4 hour class, you will learn about the parts of the bicycle and how to do some basic maintenance tasks. Participants will learn on bikes and components provided by BSBC, but may, with the permission of the instructor, use their own bikes. This is not a class on how to fix a bike that is in major disrepair, but on how to keep your bike that is currently working fine (or mostly fine) on the road.  BSBC is dedicated to making sure everyone remains safe and healthy. In order to remain in accordance with CDC recommendations for COVID, we are only able to permit a maximum of 10 people in the space. Each participant will need to wash their hands when they come in and leave, keep 6 feet apart at all times. Masks (3-layer fabric mask, fabric mask over a surgical mask, N95 or KN95 mask) and gloves are required - we have some if you need extras. Please do not come in if: - you feel sick, have felt sick in the last 14 days, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days. - you've been exposed to someone who has been feeling sick or has tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days. FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? You must be 18+ to register for this class.   How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected].   Do I need prior experience working on bikes? No! This class is designed to introduce beginners to basic bike maintenance skills. Do I need to be a member? No! How much does it cost? The cost is $40.00 + ticketing fees. This money will go to cover instructional resources and the use of the BSBC space.