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Beginner Bike Maintenance Course – Cycle Craft Bikes
Cycle Craft Bikes offers a friendly, hands‑on introduction to essential bike maintenance designed specifically for new and returning riders. This beginner‑level course demystifies the basics, giving you the confidence to look after your bike and keep it running smoothly. Across the session, you’ll learn how to perform simple checks, clean and lubricate your drivetrain, fix a puncture, adjust brakes and gears, and understand the key components that keep your bike safe and efficient. No prior knowledge is needed — just bring your bike and your curiosity.
What makes this course different is the practical, supportive approach we take at Cycle Craft Bikes. You won’t just watch demonstrations; you’ll get stuck in, guided step‑by‑step by an experienced mechanic who explains everything in clear, approachable language. By the end, you’ll leave with real skills you can use immediately, helping you save money on repairs, extend the life of your bike, and enjoy smoother, more confident riding. It’s the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to feel more in control of their cycling experience.
Each course can be tailored to suit the individual or group depending on what you require, if its gear indexing and brake bleeding or wheel building we can ensure the subject is covered so you maximise the learning experience.
Prices
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Basic Maintenance 2 hours £40
Working through the basic requirements and understanding required to correctly clean, maintain and lubricate your bike.
Your bike will be walked through from top to bottom discussing maintenance requirements and periodic checks.
This can be delivered at your home, on site or at our workshop.
No prior knowledge needed and is suitable for all types of bike.
Please contact us for further details.
One to One Full Day £160
This can be delivered at your home, on site or at our workshop. The content covered during this session can be tailored to suit your needs and here are the core subjects covered which are covered through theory and practically throughout the day:
Puncture repair and tubeless systems
Adjusting and indexing gears
Adjusting and bleeding brakes
Replacing cables and chains
Adjusting and replacing headsets
Adjusting and replacing bottom brackets
Alternatively his can be delivered as evening sessions if more convenient.
No prior knowledge needed and is suitable for all types of bike.
Please contact us for further details.
Group Sessions (Price on request)
This can be delivered at a local location large enough for the group, typically 1:6 ratio maximum and can be focused for 1 day or 2 days depending on group requirements.
The core content covered would be in line with the above one to one full day package and cover each subject in more detail ensuring practical hands on sessions throughout for all participants.
Puncture repair and tubeless systems
Adjusting and indexing gears
Adjusting and bleeding brakes
Replacing cables and chains
Adjusting and replacing headsets
Adjusting and replacing bottom brackets
Wheel bearings and truing theory
No prior knowledge needed and is suitable for all types of bike.
Please contact us for further details.