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Learn how to properly disassemble, clean and completely rebuild a bicycle. A great introduction to basic mechanics and bicycle knowledge. This class is appropriate for beginners and intermediate skill levels.

The BICAS Build-A-Bike class teaches the fundamentals of mechanics and bicycle repair to students interested in expanding their knowledge of the bicycle and how it works. With small class sizes and experienced instructors, this class will build your confidence around tools and bicycle repair. 

Experience: Beginner - Intermediate
Age: 14 years and up

 

Course description:
I
n pairs, students take apart and rebuild a BICAS project bicycle. During this 5 session class, we rebuild bearing systems, replace cables and housing for breaks and shifters, install chains and properly adjust derailleurs. Upon completion of this fun course, each student receives a $45 BICAS credit to spend on shop time to fix up their own bicycle.  

Course Outline:
Introduction to BICAS
Fix a Flat, tubes and tires
Hubs and Wheels
Headsets 
Bottom Brackets
Basic wheel truing
Brakes
Drive-train and shifting
Test Ride!

When
April 2nd, 2019 4:00 PM to April 16th, 2019 8:00 PM
Location
BICAS Classroom
2001 N 7TH AVE
Tucson, AZ 85705
United States
Contact
Phone: 520-628-7950
Event Fee(s)
Class tuition $90.00