Have you always wanted to learn the ins and outs of bicycle repair? Whether you're looking to perform basic maintenance on your own bike or develop more advanced mechanical skills, Aberdeen Bike offers classes for every experience level.
Class sizes are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, complete the sign-up form and then call Aberdeen Bike during normal business hours to finalize your registration and submit payment.
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Fall 2026-Winter 2027 Class Series
Bike Care & Repair 101
Sunday November 15th
1:00-4:00pm
Sunday January 10
1:00-4:00pm
This class is designed for those new to bike care & repair. We review the major components of the bike and then practice the most common bike repair service - changing a flat. Riders will build knowldege in basic bike mechanics so they can feel confident heading out on rides.
Bike Care & Repair with Kevin Sanchez
6-Class Series
Sundays, January 17 - February 21
1:00-6:00pm
Join Aberdeen Bike owner Kevin Sanchez for a comprehensive six-session series covering bicycle repair and maintenance. Each class focuses on a key aspect of bicycle mechanics and builds toward completing a full bike tune-up. No prior experience is required.
Topics include:
Shifting: Learn how drivetrains work, how to make adjustments, and how to diagnose common shifting issues.
Brakes: Explore the major brake systems and learn how to properly adjust and maintain them. Includes a demonstration of hydraulic brake bleeding.
Wheels: Understand wheel components, wheel maintenance, and troubleshooting. Wheel building not included. See Wheel Building class for more details.
Bearings: Learn about headsets, bottom brackets, and wheel bearings, including adjustment and maintenance techniques.
Tires and Tubes: Proper tire installation, tube replacement, puncture repair, patching, and tire maintenance.
Cables and Hoses: Learn how to cut, install, and adjust cables and hydraulic hoses.
Electronic Shifting: Installation, setup, adjustment, software updates, and troubleshooting for major electronic drivetrain systems.
Wheel Building
Sunday March 7th
1:00-6:00pm
This intensive five-hour class teaches the fundamentals of building a bicycle wheel from the ground up. Learn how to measure rims and hubs to calculate spoke length, properly lace a wheel, and perform truing, dishing, and tensioning to create a strong, reliable wheel.
Suspension
Sunday March 14th
1:00-6:00pm
Learn from our certified suspension technician about the principles, maintenance, and repair of modern bicycle suspension systems. You'll gain an understanding of suspension performance, common service intervals, and the signs that indicate your suspension may need professional attention.