Bike Kitchen Advanced Maintenance Class

By Abigail Shull
Aug 30, 2010

"The class takes place over three weeks, Sept. 12th, 19th, and 26th, and
will cover the installation, overhaul, adjustment and maintenance of
bearing systems, freewheels and cassettes. Bring a functional bike and
be ready to get greasy."

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