Veloheads home mechanic courses
10th September 2015
Veloheads are running home mechanic courses for the second year running, starting at the end of September 2015. The Home Mechanic course is for those new to bike mechanics, or wanting to consolidate existing skills, and the Advanced Home Mechanic course gives you the oppportunity to fully strip down, service, and rebuild your bike.
The courses take place in Veloheads' dedicated training workshop, at their premises in Starbeck, Harrogate. Participants will have their own work bench, bike stand, plus tools, degreasers, and lubricants. The teachers are qualified and experienced mechanics. As much tea and coffee as you want is included!
Carl Nelson of Veloheads said, 'We ran these courses last year, and they were very popular. Lots of people in Harrogate and Knaresborough like to cycle, and many of them are keen to learn more about their bikes, and how to maintain and repair them, so there's a demand for training courses. We've got the right space, equipment, and trainers. I expect these courses to sell out, so get in touch early.'
Home Mechanic course
Course content
Safety check, clean & lubricate your bike, bike set-up, puncture repair, brake service & maintenance, headset adjustment, hub adjustment, gear adjustment.
Cost
£60
Course length and dates
One full day, or four evening sessions.
Full days (9am-5pm): Sunday 27th September 2015, Sunday 20th December 2015, Sunday 24th January 2016
Evenings (7-9pm): Thursdays 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th October 2015; Thursdays 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th November 2015
Advanced Home Mechanic courses
Course content
(You're advised to do the Home Mechanic course first, unless you're quite experienced already). Full strip down, service, & rebuild of your own bike. You're asked to bring your bike in two weeks before the course so Veloheads can advise on any parts that may need replacing, and source them. Places on this course are limited to four, so that participants get the right amount of supervision.
Cost
£140
Course length and dates
Two full days.
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th February 2016
Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th March 2016
Veloheads also offer women only courses - contact them for details.