THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT. GET YOUR TICKET HERE.
Knowing how to fix our bikes allows us to travel further and for longer, it gives us our independence. That's why we are partnering with Laura she / her, from Bournemouth Cycle works, to offer a 4 week bike mechanic course that will give you the confidence to go on 2 wheeled adventures.
Come learn bike mechanics in the bosom of the matriarchy.
CLASS 2.
In this class, you will learn how to fix a puncture. We will learn how to fix punctures with inner tubes and tubeless tyres and we'll learn how to true wheels on the trail, just enough to get us home safe should we need to.
A little about Laura...
Laura is a level 3 Cytech master technician and Shimano Doctor which means she has completed all new and existing training from the manufacturer. Laura's love for bike mechanics started when she was 13, buying, renovating and selling bikes on Ebay and Gumtree. Since then, Laura has gained 8 years of experience fixing bikes in a commerical setting. Her work experience includes Halfords, Boost Bike Hub in Brockenhurst and Cycle Works. Laura's teaching style is calm, practical and methodical. You learn both patience and skills in her presence.
Want to sign up but keen to know if there will be a familiar face there?
New Forest Off Road Ride Leader, Nic Carass and Grace Compton will be facilitating the evening. The evening will have an intimate vibe with the group size being capped at 6 people.
Every ticket holder will have the opportunity to join a whatsapp group to connect with others and share mechanic wins during and after the class.
Still on the fence as to whether you should invest in yourself and learn bike mechanics? We asked our ride leaders how it feels being able to do trail side bike mechanics, this is what they said.
Martine 👉 I'm confident to get out on my own, knowing I can overcome basic issues without calling in the cavalry.
Kate 👉 Knowing how to fix my bike if something goes wrong makes me feel confident, empowered and self sufficient.
Nic 👉 I've been able to say yes to some big adventures on the bike, all becuase I'm confident in the basics of bike mechanics. I once calmly repaired a puncture at the top of a mountain on the Torino Nice rally and I remember it as one of my finest moments of the ride!
We can't wait to see you in the workshop ✌️
Where does the money from ticket sales go ?
£5 to Bournemouth Cycle Works
£5 for Pizza
£15 gets reinvested in to our community and helps get our ride leaders qualifications.