Beginner’s Bike Repair Sessions
Let’s be honest. For many of us, the inner workings of a bicycle are a bit of a mystery. A dark art involving cables, mysterious squeaks, and that one bolt that always seems to round itself off just by looking a it. You ride your bike, you love it, but when something goes ping or the chain decides to explore the space between the cassette and the spokes, the panic sets in.
We’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: it doesn't have to be that way.
At Bike Worcester, we reckon that keeping your trusty steed on the road shouldn’t require a degree in engineering or a direct line to a wizard. That’s why we’re absolutely chuffed to be running our Beginner's Bike Repair Sessions.
The Details
When: Every Tuesday evening at 19:30.
Where: The Bike Worcester Workshop, Friary Walk (formerly Crowngate Shopping Centre). Head for the main entrance and follow the noise of tinkering.
Who: You. Yes, you. Especially if you don't know your Allen key from your elbow.
What’s it all about?
These sessions are specifically designed for those who want to learn. Unlike our Wednesday night recycling sessions — which are a hive of activity churning out refurbished bikes for the community — Tuesday nights are about slowing down and skilling up.
We want to demystify the mechanical side of cycling. Whether it’s fixing that inevitable puncture without losing your mind, adjusting your brakes so they actually stop you, or just giving your bike a proper safety check, we’ve got you covered.
It’s a safe, inclusive space. There’s no such thing as a silly question. If you’ve been cycling for ten years but have always relied on the local bike shop for a flat tyre (no shame in that!), this is the perfect place to get your hands dirty and build some self-reliance.
We’ve also been running some specific sessions aimed at getting more women comfortable with the spanners. Our "Punctures and Pizza" nights, led by the brilliant Em Wormald, have been an absolute smash hit (and fully booked in record time, we might add).
Seeing people walk in nervous and walk out confident, knowing they can fix a flat at the side of the road, is what it’s all about. It’s empowering stuff.
“It’s about demystifying bike mechanics, building self-reliance, and creating a space where people feel able to handle their own repairs.”
Why bother?
Aside from the obvious satisfaction of fixing something with your own two hands (and the money you’ll save), learning these skills keeps you riding. It stops a minor mechanical gremlin from becoming a reason to leave the bike in the shed and take the car. And that, friends, is the goal. More people on bikes, more often.
So, if you want to banish the mechanical fear, come on down. You can bring your own bike to work on, or practice on one of our donated bikes if you’d prefer not to unleash your newfound skills on your pride and joy straight away.
We provide the tools, the knowledge, and a friendly face. You provide the enthusiasm (and maybe some biscuits, if you’re feeling generous).
See you in the workshop!