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Bicycle Maintenance Workshop --- Bromptons

Bicycle Maintenance Workshop --- Bromptons
One-day maintenance course for Brompton owners. Sorry this course is now full! But we expect to run others throughout 2009 so watch this space!
Event Date
Sat, 31st January 2009 to Sat, 31st January 2009  
Event Time
10:00am to 16:00pm  
Description

A special bike maintenance course for owners of Brompton folding bikes. The course covers the following topics:

 

 

  • A brief history of the Brompton bicycle. Different models and specifications.
  • What wears out on a Brompton. How to identify maintenance needs.
  • Tyres and punctures.
  • Removing and replacing the rear wheel.
  • Simple adjustments for Sturmey Archer hub gears.
  • Adjusting brakes.
  • Upgrades and add-ons.

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    You work on your own bike (so you must be a Brompton owner) and all tools and spare parts are provided.

    The course runs at The Life Cycle Centre, The Park, Daventry Road, Knowle, Bristol.  10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Places cost £60.  The fee includes all spare parts (brake blocks, cables, etc.) and use of tools and a professional workstand. Plus! all participants will receive a free copy of the Haynes Bike Book, the complete guide to cycle repair and maintenance (usual price £14.99)

    To guarantee a place please book early. You can book by telephoning 0117 929 0440 or go to our Resource Centre and pay for your place by credit card right now.

     
    Location
    The Life Cycle Centre, The Park, Daventry Road, Knowle, Bristol BS4 1DQ directions  
    Email
    Charlie Bolton (admin@lifecycleuk.org.uk)  
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