May 11th/2026 - 8am-5pm @ Banks Bikes, Kentville

Please arrive a few minutes early for you to settle in and setup

This is approximately a 8-hour class. Students will get an overview of the entire bike. However, there is less hands-on work than the Intermediate and Advanced classes. The emphasis is placed on checking equipment and being aware of when it needs replacement. For example, students should know how to check for chain wear and what problems arise from riding a worn chain, but they will not learn how to replace the chain.

Demonstrations are a large part of this class with minor hands on.

Sample outline of the day

Intro to materials, tools and terminology - 30min

Tube / Tire change - 3 Hours

Lunch - 45min

Cassettes & Free wheel - 30min

Wheel truing - 30min

Pedals, Cranks & Bottom brackets - 30min

Chains - 1h

Afternoon Break - 15min

Derailers/shifting - 1h

Brakes - 1h