Learn how to cable, adjust and fine tune the brakes on your bike! This workshop will go over different types of brakes, how they work, installing cables and housing, toeing brakepads, maintenance, adjusting and other fine tuning.

Only cable activated rim brakes will be covered in this class. Sorry, no drum, coaster or disc brakes will be addressed.

Please contact instructor Leo Cruces to reserve a place in this workshop. Drop-ins will not be turned away, but those who RSVP beforehand will be given preference. This class is limited to 6 participants maximum. Contact Leo at 202.215.0677 or email leo.cruces@gmail.com

Gain a comprehensive overview of bicycle mechanics in this 8 week Build-A-Bike course. This class will cover it all, including headsets, bottom brackets, hubs, wheel truing, brakes, shifters and derailleurs as well as finishing work and trouble shooting.

Registration for this class is no longer available. Check the calendar of classes and events for other Build-A-Bike classes.

Build your own set of wheels!

Participants learn to determine spoke length for a hub and rim of choice, lace spokes into a wheel, apply tension to spokes, and make a wheel round and true. Wheel building theory will also be discussed in class. Participants may choose either a one or two night course to build either a single wheel or a set.

Participants must contact instructor Jim Freeman to arrange registration for this class. This class has limited participants per session. Enrollment is secured with payment to the instructor. Recommended donation for participation in this class is $50 for a single night session or $75 for a two night session. Payment arrangements must be made with the instructor.

Contact Jim at jim@lawyerjimfreeman.com or (312) 282-7895