Boroondara Hands-on Bike Maintenance - Hawthorn & Camberwell
This course is commissioned by the City of Boroondara and led by Bike it Better.
Dates & Locations:
- Tuesday 4th October 6:15pm-8:45pm: Community Arts Space, Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn.
- Wednesday 9th November 6:15pm-8:45pm: Camberwell Room 1, Camberwell Library. 340 Camberwell Road, Camberwell VIC 3124. Library entry from Reserve Road.
Session inclusions:
- Welcome and introduction
- ABCD check: the essential safety check before every ride. Participants practice on own bike.
- Bike fit: how to set your seat at the correct height, and other adjustment related issues.
- Inner tube replacement: what to do when you get a flat tyre, what essentials to carry when riding.
- Brakes: how to adjust brakes, replace worn brake pads, and know when to take it in for repair.
- Chain replacement: what to do if your chain comes off during a ride.
- Chain/drive-train clean and re-lube: how to clean and maintain your chain and gears, and when to take it for a service. Chain lube: what type is best, how to correctly use it, and how often.
- Puncture repair: how to patch a punctured tube (better for the environment). Opportunity for participants to repair own punctured tube(s) along with instructor.
- General maintenance demonstration and parts identification.
- Finishing with an open time allocation for participants to work on own bike, ask questions, and get assistance and advice regarding maintenance issues.
PLUS: free puncture repair kit for each participant!
Session notes will be provided to participants via email before the session.
Note: COVIDSafe requirements
During the session please observe physical distancing by maintaining 1.5m between yourself and others where possible, and observe cough etiquette, hand washing and personal hygiene measures.
What should I bring?
- Optional: you may bring your own bike to conduct maintenance checks and obtain assistance in resolving any basic maintenance issues identified.
- If bringing your own bike, please ensure your bike is clean (in particular the wheels), to avoid making a mess in our indoor venue.
- Our instructors will have tool kits with them which you may use during the session, however feel free to bring your own tools to use on your own bike, or obtain assistance in learning how to use them. Please note that any shared tools will need to be wiped with disinfectant after each use.
What is the start/finish time?
The program will take place between 6:15pm-8:45pm. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign in and be seated.
Where should we come for the training?
- Tuesday 4th October: Community Arts Space, Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn.
- Wednesday 9th November: Camberwell Room 1, Camberwell Library. 340 Camberwell Road, Camberwell VIC 3124. Library entry from Reserve Road.
You will also be sent a reminder email with these details a few days before the session.
What facilities are there at the location?
Toilets, water and undercover areas will be available.
What if the weather isn’t great?
The event is indoors, so weather is not an issue.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket?
You don't need to bring your ticket on the day. We will have a list of registered participants.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
Cazz Clarke, Cycling Coach (Bike it Better) on 0421 114 389 or bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com
or
Traffic and Transport (City of Boroondara) on 9278 4091 or transport@boroondara.vic.gov.
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