[Event] Self Rescue Mechanics Course

[Dan Dob]

Event Name: Self Rescue Mechanics Course
When: 12 November 2013
Where: 8 Richmond Road, Mowbray, Western Cape
Category: MTB

This course will enable you to become self sufficient on your bike rides. The aim is to give you more confidence in being able to finish races or get home should you experience a typical mechanical breakdown on the trail. We also cover the basics of removing and inserting your wheels (safely!) and cleaning your bike as well as making sure you bike is safe to ride and optimised for you!

 

This course will teach you the following;

 

 

• Cleaning your bike
• Removing and inserting your wheels
• Lubricating your chain
• Adjusting your suspension
• Punctures (tubes and tubeless)
• Broken chain (quick link and chain breaker)
• Rubbing brakes

Our mechanics courses are held at our premises 8 Richmond road, Mowbray. You are welcome to bring your road or mountain bike.

 

 

You are to bring;

A bike (preferably dirty/in need of service)

Tools that you carry on a bike ride (multi-tool, plugs, pump etc)

 

 

We will supply;

The work area

Specialised tools (BB, chain whip, chainbreakers, fork pumps etc)

Some hex keys and chainbreakers to share

Cleaning solution and brushes (for sale as well)

Grease

 

 

 

 

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Edited November 7, 2013 by Guest