Sunday Series Classes

Bike Mechanics Classes


We offer a beginner’s Adult Basic Bike Mechanics class on Sunday evenings.

Here’s a description of the course:

The course is six weeks, giving each student 12 hours of class time.

Week 1 – Tubes, tires and flats

In this intro to the course we will discuss tube and tire selection and sizing, and have a thorough exercise in patching a flat.

Week 2 – Hubs and bearings

An introduction to cup and cone bearing systems.  We will disassemble, clean and reassemble the hub of a wheel.

Week 3 – Wheel truing

How to prepare your wheel and make spoke nipple adjustment to make a lateral true and straighten the rim of your wheel.

Week 4 – The Drivetrain

Learn how to remove, clean and fit a chain, how to remove freewheels and cassette and replace a chainring.

Week 5 – Brakes, cables and housings

Learn how to replace your cables and housings and how to make the basic adjustments to make your brakes work better.

Week 6 – Derailleurs

Demystify one of the more complex components of your bicycle by learning its basic adjustments.

If you are interested in a single class see our Drop-In Classes

Class is Sunday night from 7pm to 9pm

Cost is $75 for all 6 classes.

Volunteering 12 hours can be done to pay for the series of 6 classes. When using volunteer hours, at least 8 must be completed before registering for the series and the remaining hours must be completed before the series finishes.

Email classes@bike-pgh.org to find out more if you are interested in this option.

Adult Basic Bike Mechanics Classes
Schedule 2011

Session I
Week 1 – Sunday, March 13th
Week 2 – Sunday, March 20th
Week 3 – Sunday, March 27th
Week 4 – Sunday, April 3rd
Week 5 – Sunday, April 10th
Week 6 – Sunday, April 17th

Registration starts Feb 20th


Session II
Week 1 – Sunday, April 24th
Week 2 – Sunday, May 1st
Week 3 – Sunday, May 8th
Week 4 – Sunday, May 15th
Week 5 – Sunday, May 22nd
Week 6 – Sunday, May 29th

Registration starts April 2nd

Session III
Week 1 – Sunday, June 5th
Week 2 – Sunday, June 12th
Week 3 – Sunday, June 19th
Week 4 – Sunday, June 26th
Week 5 – Sunday, July 3rd
Week 6 – Sunday, July 10th

Registration starts May 14th

Session IV
Week 1 – Sunday, July 17th
Week 2 – Sunday, July 24th
Week 3 – Sunday, July 31st
Week 4 – Sunday, August 7th
Week 5 – Sunday, August 14th
Week 6 – Sunday, August 21st

Registration starts June 25th


Session V
Week 1 – Sunday, August 28th
Week 2 – Sunday, September 4th
Week 3 – Sunday, September 11th
Week 4 – Sunday, September 18th
Week 5 – Sunday, September 25th
Week 6 – Sunday, October 2nd

Registration starts August 6th

Session VI
Week 1 – Sunday, October 9th
Week 2 – Sunday, October 16th
Week 3 – Sunday, October 23rd
Week 4 – Sunday, October 30th
Week 5 – Sunday, November 6th
Week 6 – Sunday, November 13th

Registration starts September 17th

The course is designed to give students the basic knowledge that they need to move onto more complex repairs and systems. Since each class follows in a logical succession, it is recommended that you attend every class.  Bring yourself, a willingness to learn, and a pen and paper if you want to take notes. You may also bring in your own bicycle to work on (it’s a good chance to tune it up), but your bicycle must be similar to the course material (simply ask the instructor).

Register for Adult Basic Bike Mechanics Class

Our registration is done through Google Checkout.  To register simply click the buy now button below. Enter your debit/credit card info, name address, phone number and email.  If you wish to register but do not want to pay online, email us at: classes@bike-pgh.org

Class size is limited and it usually fills up.  It is first come first serve.  The first 12 people signed up after the registration has started will have their debit/credit card charged. At this point registration will be confirmed.  All those who come in later will be on the waiting list and will not be charged unless a space opens up for them.

Registration for the third session begins on May 14th.  You can only register for the June 5th- July 10th classes and only after this date.

Registration for the fourth session begins on June 25th

Questions? Can’t pay online? Email us classes@bike-pgh.org