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Mechanic Classes

We're back! We are now open to the public on the 1st and 3rd full weekends (Saturday and Sundays) 10am - 2pm. Check our Calendar of Events for details.

Check out these bicycle repair resources!

General Bicycle Repair Resources:
  • https://www.madegood.com/bikes/
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQpSmi0eFDw
  • https://www.bikeride.com/guide/
  • https://www.reviewgeek.com/37523/the-4-excellent-youtube-channels-to-learn-bicycle-repair-from/

Repairing Specific Parts:
  • Diagram of bike part names
  • Shifting
    • How to adjust a rear derailleur (limit screws and indexing)
    • How to adjust a front derailleur
    • Front derailleur - advanced troubleshooting
    • Rear derailleur - advanced troubleshooting
  • Brakes
    • How to install and adjust linear pull and V-brake calipers
    • How to install and adjust dual pivot brake calipers, as well as dual symmetric brake calipers
    • How to replace brake pads - rim brakes
  • Chain
    • chain replacement 
  • Saddle & seat-post
    • how to install and adjust a new bicycle saddle
  • Bottom Brackets, Cranksets, & Pedals
    • Bottom Bracket Overhaul
    • Removal and installation of bottom brackets used in threaded shells, including three-piece cranks, threaded "thru-spindle" external bearing cups, and bottom brackets used in T47 shells
    • Removal, overhaul, installation and adjustment of adjustable cup-and-cone bottom brackets
    • Installing and removing the crankset on your bicycle
    • Replacing bike pedals
  • Wheels
    • Removing and installing a tire and tube on a bicycle rim
    • Removing and reinstalling a wheel on your bike
    • Wheel truing
    • Determining cassette/freewheel type and tool
    • Freewheel removal and installation
    • Cassette removal and installation
  • Headsets
    • Removing and installing a thread-less stem from a bicycle​

Happy Wrenching!

Location
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108 N Graham St.
Carrboro, NC, 27510

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  • Who We Are
    • Board & Organizers
  • What We Do
    • WTF Wrench
    • Learn Bike Mechanics
    • Youth Apprenticeship Program
  • Volunteer
  • Events
  • Support Us