I’m currently working on an article for PedNet’s monthly newsletter. It’s about a new program called Bicycle Mechanics College. It is an 8-week course being taught at Walt’s Bicycle Fitness and Nature on Wednesday evenings in March and April. If you are someone like me, Bicycle Mechanics College would be a great way to learn all about bikes. I know I could definitely benefit from all the course has to offer. Here are the weekly topics:
- Week 1: Basic maintenance and repairs
- Week 2: Tires, rims and fixing flats
- Week 3: Hubs, bearing and bottom brackets
- Week 4: Wheels and truing
- Week 5: Drive Train – cranks, chains, cogs, cassettes, chain rings
- Week 6: Shifters and derailleurs
- Week 7: Brakes
- Week 8: Bike fit, ergonomics, control and speed
In 8 weeks, you certainly learn a lot. Trained professional League Cycling Instructors (LCI) teach the course too. Bicycle Mechanics College originally started in Santa Barbara, CA before the idea started to gain popularity at PedNet. For only $150, you can register for the whole program. I highly suggest anyone looking to advance/gain knowledge with bikes secure a spot quickly. This class is bound to be popular and great fun!
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