Free Bike Repair and Safety Check Training Event

116 Carroll Street,Sunnyvale CA 94086

02 October, 2021

Description

Is your bike in need of a repair or tune-up? Bring it to our Free Bike Repair and Safety Check Training Event. This event has 3 parts. It should take 45-60 minutes in total: Evaluation: Our volunteer mechanics will evaluate the state of your bike and decide what needs to be fixed. We are able to do basic repairs, such as fixing/replacing brakes & cables, fixing flat tires, repairing/replacing chains, adjusting seats, adjusting handlebars, and aligning derailleurs. If a bike requires more complicated repairs, we will refer you to a bike shop. Fixing: Our volunteer mechanics will perform basic maintenance and repairs to your bike and will teach you along the way. If a replacement part is needed, you can walk across the street to Walt's Cycle and purchase the part. Teaching: A certified League of American Bicyclists Instructor will teach you how to verify that your bike is safe to ride using the ABC Quick Check method as well as provide you with some Need-To-Know tips to stay safe while biking. Who: All members of the public, but must pre-register Where: Parking lot at Carroll and Evelyn across from Walt's Cycle - 116 Carroll Street, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086 What to bring: Your bike A mask (unless you have been vaccinated) A form of payment in case you need to buy replacement parts from Walt's Cycle We will follow all county health guidelines to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and keep everyone safe by asking everyone to: Maintain 6'+ physical distance at all times Wear a mask (unless you have been vaccinated) Stay home if you are ill Note: If there is significant rain, this event will be rescheduled. We will notify you if this happens. Also, we are looking for volunteer bike mechanics (all levels of experience are welcome). If you can volunteer, please register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/168801083585/. Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to creating a healthy community, environment, and economy through bicycling for people who live, work, or play in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, is committed to having 10% of trips made by bicycle by 2025.