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. This is a great opportunity to build a winter bike and have it ready to go for the coming season!
Kevin Mitchell (Kevink.mitchell@gmail.com)
Registration is closed for this class after week 1.
Participants must contact Kevin Mitchell (Kevink.mitchell@gmail.com) to arrange registration for this class. This class is limited to eight participants. Enrollment is secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $200 (more if you can afford it, additional donations go to supporting community programs at WTB). Checks may be made out to West Town Bikes and dropped off at the shop or sent to;
West Town Bikes
Attn: Build-A-Bike 9/13
2459 W Division
Chicago IL 60622
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Description:
Need a comfortable place to learn how to change a flat or overhaul your bottom bracket? Want to wield a wrench in a non-patriarchal environment? Then check out Women and Trans night at WTB!
This Open Shop is for the women and trans-gendered bike-lovers ONLY!
Stop by West Town Bikes on Wednesdays from 7-10 PM. Bring your bike project, from brake adjustments to squeaky hubs, and your willingness to learn. Women instructors are on hand to assist as you use the tools and ask questions. Beverages and snacks are encouraged. Donations are appreciated!
Participants should contact WTB Office Manager Coralee Montes at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange registration for this class. This class is limited to eight participants. Enrollment is secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $200 (more if you can afford it, additional donations go to supporting community programs at WTB). Checks may be made out to West Town Bikes and dropped off at the shop or sent to;
West Town Bikes
Attn: Build-A-Bike 9/30
2459 W Division
Chicago IL 60622
Description:
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Learn the basics of how to keep your bike running smoothly all Winter long! This workshop will cover basics such as fix-a-flat, basic cable adjustments and more. You'll also learn necessary maintenance for winter riding as well as ways to best equip you and your bike for the cold, dark and snow. This is a great way to learn about your bike and become familiar with West Town Bikes. Bring a bike to work on. No prior knowledge needed! First come first served with a comfortable work capacity of eight participants.
Martin Hazard
Contact Martin at martrain73@hotmail.com to rsvp, or drop in that day!
This 6-week series will cover everything you need to know to keep your bike tuned up. You will learn to overhaul bottom brackets, headsets and hubs, true wheels, adjust brakes, replace brake pads and cables, and adjust shifters and derailleurs. Class 3 will cover freewheel/cassette removal and installation as well as overhauling front and rear hubs.
Ryan LaGasse (ryan@assnctr.com) and Ryan Lakes (ryanedlakes@gmail.com)
Participants must contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes, at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange enrollment in this class. Enrollment will be secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $150 for the full six week course. Additional contributions are appreciated and go to help support community programs aoffered by WTB.
Check with instructor if any spaces are available for classes after the first class. If space is available individual classes may be participated in at a pro-rate of $25 per class.
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Description:
Need a comfortable place to learn how to change a flat or overhaul your bottom bracket? Want to wield a wrench in a non-patriarchal environment? Then check out Women and Trans night at WTB!
This Open Shop is for the women and trans-gendered bike-lovers ONLY!
Stop by West Town Bikes on Wednesdays from 7-10 PM. Bring your bike project, from brake adjustments to squeaky hubs, and your willingness to learn. Women instructors are on hand to assist as you use the tools and ask questions. Beverages and snacks are encouraged. Donations are appreciated!
Participants should contact WTB Office Manager Coralee Montes at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange registration for this class. This class is limited to eight participants. Enrollment is secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $200 (more if you can afford it, additional donations go to supporting community programs at WTB). Checks may be made out to West Town Bikes and dropped off at the shop or sent to;
West Town Bikes
Attn: Build-A-Bike 9/30
2459 W Division
Chicago IL 60622
Description:
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
This 6-week series will cover everything you need to know to keep your bike tuned up. You will learn to overhaul bottom brackets, headsets and hubs, true wheels, adjust brakes, replace brake pads and cables, and adjust shifters and derailleurs. Class 4 will cover wheel truing (staightening wheels by tensioning spokes).
Ryan LaGasse (ryan@assnctr.com) and Ryan Lakes (ryanedlakes@gmail.com)
Participants must contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes, at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange enrollment in this class. Enrollment will be secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $150 for the full six week course. Additional contributions are appreciated and go to help support community programs aoffered by WTB.
Check with instructor if any spaces are available for classes after the first class. If space is available individual classes may be participated in at a pro-rate of $25 per class.
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday Women's and Trans Night will not be available and will resume next week December 1st. Thank you and enjoy your Thanksgiving and see you next week!
Participants should contact WTB Office Manager Coralee Montes at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange registration for this class. This class is limited to eight participants. Enrollment is secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $200 (more if you can afford it, additional donations go to supporting community programs at WTB). Checks may be made out to West Town Bikes and dropped off at the shop or sent to;
West Town Bikes
Attn: Build-A-Bike 9/30
2459 W Division
Chicago IL 60622
Get a bike, parts and accessories at Ciclo's huge sale and then bring them back to West Town Bikes to add your purchases onto your bike and learn a thing or two about mechanics and winter cycling. Check the calendar for other workshops and events that you can participate in to learn more!
Get a bike, parts and accessories at Ciclo's huge sale and then bring them back to West Town Bikes to add your purchases onto your bike and learn a thing or two about mechanics and winter cycling. Check the calendar for other workshops and events that you can participate in to learn more!
Description:
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Get a bike, parts and accessories at Ciclo's huge sale and then bring them back to West Town Bikes to add your purchases onto your bike and learn a thing or two about mechanics and winter cycling. Check the calendar for other workshops and events that you can participate in to learn more!
Winter is nearly here, but that's no reason to put your bike up for the season!
Learn the basics of how to keep your bike running smoothly all Winter long! This workshop will cover basics such as fix-a-flat, basic cable adjustments and more. You'll also learn necessary maintenance for winter riding as well as ways to best equip you and your bike for the cold, dark and snow. This is a great way to learn about your bike and become familiar with West Town Bikes. Bring a bike to work on. No prior knowledge needed! First come first served with a comfortable work capacity of eight participants.
TBA
Contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes (coralee@westtownbikes.org) to secure your space in class.
This 6-week series will cover everything you need to know to keep your bike tuned up. You will learn to overhaul bottom brackets, headsets and hubs, true wheels, adjust brakes, replace brake pads and cables, and adjust shifters and derailleurs. Class 5 will cover brakes; from replacing, tensioning and adjusting cables and housing to replacing and adjusting brake pads.
Ryan LaGasse (ryan@assnctr.com) and Ryan Lakes (ryanedlakes@gmail.com)
Participants must contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes, at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange enrollment in this class. Enrollment will be secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $150 for the full six week course. Additional contributions are appreciated and go to help support community programs aoffered by WTB.
Check with instructor if any spaces are available for classes after the first class. If space is available individual classes may be participated in at a pro-rate of $25 per class.
Winter is nearly here, but that's no reason to put your bike up for the season!
Learn the basics of how to keep your bike running smoothly all Winter long! This workshop will cover basics such as fix-a-flat, basic cable adjustments and more. You'll also learn necessary maintenance for winter riding as well as ways to best equip you and your bike for the cold, dark and snow. This is a great way to learn about your bike and become familiar with West Town Bikes. Bring a bike to work on. No prior knowledge needed! First come first served with a comfortable work capacity of eight participants.
TBA
Contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes (coralee@westtownbikes.org) to secure your space in class.
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Description:
Need a comfortable place to learn how to change a flat or overhaul your bottom bracket? Want to wield a wrench in a non-patriarchal environment? Then check out Women and Trans night at WTB!
This Open Shop is for the women and trans-gendered bike-lovers ONLY!
Stop by West Town Bikes on Wednesdays from 7-10 PM. Bring your bike project, from brake adjustments to squeaky hubs, and your willingness to learn. Women instructors are on hand to assist as you use the tools and ask questions. Beverages and snacks are encouraged. Donations are appreciated!
Description:
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Learn the basics of how to keep your bike running smoothly all Winter long! This workshop will cover basics such as fix-a-flat, basic cable adjustments and more. You'll also learn necessary maintenance for winter riding as well as ways to best equip you and your bike for the cold, dark and snow. This is a great way to learn about your bike and become familiar with West Town Bikes. Bring a bike to work on. No prior knowledge needed! First come first served with a comfortable work capacity of eight participants.
Martin Hazard
Contact Martin at martrain73@hotmail.com to rsvp, or drop in that day!
This 6-week series will cover everything you need to know to keep your bike tuned up. You will learn to overhaul bottom brackets, headsets and hubs, true wheels, adjust brakes, replace brake pads and cables, and adjust shifters and derailleurs. Class 6 will cover shifters and derailleurs, from cables to adjustments.
Ryan LaGasse (ryan@assnctr.com) and Ryan Lakes (ryanedlakes@gmail.com)
Participants must contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes, at coralee@westtownbikes.org to arrange enrollment in this class. Enrollment will be secured with payment. Suggested base donation for this class is $150 for the full six week course. Additional contributions are appreciated and go to help support community programs aoffered by WTB.
Check with instructor if any spaces are available for classes after the first class. If space is available individual classes may be participated in at a pro-rate of $25 per class.
Participants learn how to 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. We will be using the Gerd Schraner method of wheel building. 3 cross spoked wheels in either 32 or 36 hole rims and hubs will be built. Using this method makes a strong, reliable and servicable set of wheels.
Week 1 we will lace both front and rear wheels. Week two we will tension, round and true both wheels.
Alex Wilson (alex@westtownbikes.org)
Participants must should contact Office Manager, Coralee Montes (coralee@westtownbikes.org) 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 $75 for the two sessions. Participants must be available for both classes.
Work on your bike in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants share tips and an instructor will be there to help. The instructor's ability to assist you will be limited by time and the total number of participants. Come on out, fix your bike, get some grease on your hands, and ride off with a better bike and more know-how than you had when you arrived!
Need a comfortable place to learn how to change a flat or overhaul your bottom bracket? Want to wield a wrench in a non-patriarchal environment? Then check out Women and Trans night at WTB!
This Open Shop is for the women and trans-gendered bike-lovers ONLY!
Kim Werst (kwerst@gmail.com)
No sign up needed, just show up! Use the side entrance to the shop at 1147 N. Campbell.
Please make an appropriate donation for the time you spend working at West Town Bikes. Bicycle mechanics are paid $10 per hour on average at most bike shops. Please keep this in mind considering the amount of time and work you do while at West Town Bikes.
