Bike School: Brake Adjustment and Wheel Truing

897 West Broad Street,Columbus OH 43222

18 August, 2021

Description

Learn how to adjust your brakes and true your wheels for optimized performance. Brakes; the often overlooked member of the bicycle component family...until you really need them. Nothing improves your bike's performance or builds rider confidence like good solid brakes. Similarly, wobbly wheels due to spoke tension misalignment can impair braking performance and lead to less confident cornering. In this class, you'll learn how to detect and replace worn components, adjust your brakes so they perform to their optimal potential, and how to maintain your braking system to ensure longevity. We'll also talk about various kinds of brakes including rim and disc brakes. You'll also learn how to adjust spoke tension so your wheels roll straight and true. Students are encouraged to bring their bikes to class but if you'd prefer to practice on a shop bike, we'll be more than happy to provide one at no additional cost. There is a suggested donation of $25 for each class but if you want to learn, we want you to attend regardless. Volunteers are encouraged to take the class for free. Not a member to FCW? Join now! https://www.franklintoncycleworks.org/become-a-member/membership Franklinton Cycle Works is a non-profit community bike shop dedicated to empowerment and community.