AMC Bike Repair and Information Workshop
2018-05-05 | Elks Lodge #997, 17 Spring St., Florence, MA 01062
Want to learn more about how bicycles work, how to maintain them and how to make basic repairs to them? Then join us for the AMC Berkshire Chapter's First Bike Repair and Information Workshop! This is an all day event with coffe/snacks, lunch and a bike repair manual to take home. The following concepts will be discussed: - Basic Bike Session - helmet fitting, types of bikes, maximizing gears, various pedal systems, clothing - General Maintenance Session - bicycle fit, common road problems, pre-ride checklist, maintenance schedule - Flat Tire Station - dealing with on road emergencies, fixing a flat tire. Arrive by 10:15 AM to sign in. Bring the front wheel from your bike, tire irons, and a pump to practice fixing flats. DO NOT bring the whole bike (space is limited). Advance Registration recommended. Tickets will be available day of the event if space is available. Instructors are AMC Bicycle Trip Leaders and the owners of Speed & Sprocket Cycle Works, Pioneer Valley's Mobile Bike Shop.
