Quote Originally Posted by Catrin View Post
You might just want to ask the head mechanic at your LBS if he or she would mind teaching you?
This is a good idea. If it's not busy, most shops are pretty accommodating. I would call ahead and find out when a good time would be. Weekdays are usually better...but check with your shop. Anyone there should be able to show you....changing flats is just part of working at a shop

Carry tire repair stuff, including a spare tube, tire levers, a frame or mini-pump, and maybe even a tube patch kit. I also carry a small multi-tool, just in case something needs adjusting or tightening. Your shop can help you figure out exactly what you need for your bike. And a cell phone, of course!

You'll do great!