Handy Bikes Classes and Events

Meet in the parking lot of the Handy Bikes Service Center.

At the start of each ride, we'll go over introductions to have a sense of participants' cycling experience.

Over the course of our rides, we'll address the following:
group riding dynamics;
safety (ABC check & trail hazards); gear shifting;
hill climbing;
audible and hand communication within the group, with other trail users, and automobile drivers;
what to bring on each ride; etc...

Bring your questions, water & a snack.

When it starts getting dark earlier, we'll need lights as well.
Helmets a MUST.

If you can, and especially if you've had issues with your bike, come a bit early to have it looked at ahead of the ride.

PS - all levels are welcome to join, however, be mindful that if you are an experienced rider, please be prepared to ride at the pace of the newest rider in the group.

Each week, depending on who's in attendance, and participants' riding ability/comfort level, we may do skills practice as a group in the parking lot or at the west end of Wheeler Ave. Once everyone is comfortable, we'll go for a ride on local trails and neighborhood streets and finish back at the shop.

Happy Pedaling !!
~Maya

This class is all about tires and keeping them inflated. Class will be held at the retail center at 3800 Wheeler Ave starting at 6:15pm and will last about an hour.

This one's for you if you have questions about:

• What pressure your tires should be
• Issues with keeping tires inflated
• Issues with or questions about pumps or CO2
• What should you carry on your rides to fix a flat tire
• Tubeless systems
• TPU tubes
• Persistent flat tires

Tubeless is usually the topic we spend the most time discussing at these classes. If you've wondered about tubeless tires for your bike, how they work, what equipment you need, and how to maintain a tubeless system, this class is for you. We'll get hands-on with the details about everything: how to set up a new system, how to patch or repair a tubeless tire if you get a puncture while riding, and most importantly the 5 key ingredients that are required for a successful setup.

If you want to practice changing a flat tire, we can do that too. We will have tire levers and pumps to use, but it's best to use your own so that you can get more familiar with them. You'll also need to bring your spare tube (we have some for sale if needed), and appropriate clothing that you won't mind getting a little dirty.

Fine print:
This class is designed for familiarity and practice with tires and related tools, troubleshooting scenarios, and tech; it is not intended to be a clinic to help with tuneups or other repairs.
It's free to attend this informational session and ask as many questions as you can think of. If we start using supplies for you specifically rather than for general demonstration, there may be costs involved. If you have a wheelset that you need help converting to tubeless, the cost for installation is $35 per wheel, including tape and fluid. Valve stems are about $25/pair (check to see if your wheelset came with valve stems before you buy more though!). Tubeless fluid is about $12 per wheel if we're doing it with you at the shop, or a bit less if you want to purchase sealant to bring home.