Black Girls Do Bike Maintenance Workshop
Do you wish you knew more about bike repair, lingo and road rules? Do you skip rides sometimes because you're worried about running into bike trouble? Join this 3 hour long BIKE MAINTENANCE workshop with Black Girls Do Bike and Vie Cycle! Working together in groups you'll get to practice repair skills on a variety of different bicycles. By working together you'll have an opportunity to teach your peers and learn from them as well. You will learn: -Bike lingo and anatomy so that you can communicate effectively in bike shops -How to do a safety check before you go on a ride -How to remove wheels and change a flat tire -Chain maintenance, including how to lubricate your chain and check it for wear -How to lock your bike on campus -Bike fitting for your unique body (everything from choosing a comfortable saddle to how to choose a bike that fits you perfectly) Tools, some parts and snacks provided. Bring your own bike, or work on a bike with a friend. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED www.viecycle.com/signup Tuition assistance is available by request.