Bike Education and open bench
Open Bench
If you have the skills to tune up or repair your bike, but don't have all the tools and space to work your magic, the Open Bench Daily and/or Weekly Pass is for you!
Spots available Tuesdays through Saturdays (Select your preferred date/s)
This event is held at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 77, Rm 505.
BIKE EDUCATION CLASSES
Equipment: A variety of portable tools and accessories, dependent on the type of ride. Students do not need to bring their own bicycle.
Registration Policy: Advance registration is required for all participants.
BIKE BUYER'S WORKSHOP
Our bike buying class covers the basics of what you should know before purchasing your first or even second (+) bike.
Next Class: September 6th, 2023 at 6:30PM
Cost: Free
Maintenance 101
This class covers everything you should know to keep your bike running smoothly for as long as possible.
Next Class: September 13th, 2023 at 6:30PM
Cost: Free
FIX-A-Flat
Learn how to easily fix the most common bike repair problem, a flat tire.
Next Class: September 20th, 2023 at 6:30PM
Cost: Free
Gears and Derailleurs
We’ll go over the fundamentals of repairs to the shifting on multi-speed bicycles, from diagnosing mechanical problems to tuning the derailleur and basic drivetrain maintenance.
Next Class: Coming soon
Cost: Free
Brakes
We’ll go over the fundamentals of brakes, including tune-ups, adjustments, and repair.
Next Class: September 27th, 2023 at 6:30PM
Cost: Free
WHEEL TRUING
You’ll learn to true wheels by adjusting the tension of the wheel’s spokes, eliminating any contact between the brake pads and the rim as it spins.
Next Class: Coming soon
Cost: Free
Bearing Assemblies
You'll learn how to maintain the bearing assembly components on your bike: headset, bottom bracket, and wheel hubs. We'll show you how to diagnose and replace worn bearings so you can keep rolling smoothly!
Next Class: August 23rd, 2023 at 6:30PM
Cost: Free