Spring bike mechanic classes

The mechanics of Community Bikes invite you to join us this spring for a series of classes on bike mechanics. We volunteer to teach these classes because we think the bicycle is the most excellent form of transportation we know about and being able to maintain and repair these simple and elegant machines brings us great joy. Come join us for some joy.

These are hands-on classes. Each focuses on a particular system of the bicycle. We introduce the basic concepts, some common problems and how to address those problems We spend the rest of the class with students practicing on bicycles. You are encouraged to bring your bike.

Spring 2010 Schedule:

April 3 - How To Fix A Flat & Other Bike Basics
April 10 - Brakes
April 17 - Shifters and Derailers
April 24 - Bearings and Wheels

All classes are from 11am to 1pm at Community Bikes, 4009 Sebastopol Rd, Santa Rosa, located very close to the Joe Rodota bike path. The price is sliding scale $0 to $10 per class. You can take individual classes or the entire series.

To sign up or for more information please e-mail

We've been teaching these classes for over 2 years now and they have been a success because we've had so many experienced volunteers helping out that we can usually have a 1:3 ratio during the hands-on portion of the class. If you have some experience with bike repair and are interested in helping out, please send an e-mail about volunteering, we'd love to have your help.