Winter Maintenance Mini-Clinic: Sponsored by Towpath Women

Learn something new this winter--this is the second of our series of mini-maintenance clinics! Bring yourself, your bike, and clothes that you don't mind dirtying up...we'll provide expert guidance, the supplies you need for class, delicious homemade snacks, a swag bag, and special day-of discount on anything you want or need to purchase! These hands-on classes are $15 apiece; you can also get the whole 3-part series for $40. Call the shop (585.381.2808) or stop by to reserve your spots--we're keeping enrollment very small so we can ensure everyone gets the most thorough learning experience possible.

Tires are often the first things to catastrophically fail on a ride. We're going to give you intensive hands-on training with changing out a tube, but also with using a patch kit (we all carry them, but very few people properly use them), proper use of a CO2 cartridge, and some tips on how to lengthen the life of your tires.

We will also be demystifying the world of tire options (so many!!) and help you learn to recognize when your tires have arrived at the end of your life. Several people have asked about tubeless set-ups (they're not just for mountain bikes anymore!)...we'll introduce you to this concept and the benefits tubeless brings.