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
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
