Bicycle Mechanics Course

[Denise223]

Hi SalsaMTB: Yes, the bike shop said that the mountain bike class would be fine, seeing that I have a hybrid. Thank you for your input!

Hi Jody: I'm familiar with Landry's, but I didn't know that they had a similar class...... I will give them a call & see what's available. I don't mind a "mixed group" at all. Hope you & yours are doing well.

Hi Flatlander:

Flatlander posted: The course gave me the confidence to do most any work on my bike. Since then, I've changed out my cassette twice, upgraded my shifters and rear derailleurs, and known when to apply general maintenence and cleaning to keep the ride running smoothly. And oh yes, I've changed my tired and fixed my flats (and had to shoo away some well-meaning men when I did so...).

I think it's REALLY nice when ANYONE - man or woman offers to help you fix a flat, change a tire, etc......, but, it is nice to be able to handle it yourself -- and then, help others when/if they need it!
Unfortunately, we live in a day & age when so many people (not all), go about their own business; seems like they're wearing those "horse blinders" (I don't know what they're called)...
Some people just can't seem to take a minute to see if anyone needs help, or just to talk to someone who is lonely.....
I don't know - perhaps it's me -- But, I REALLY enjoy helping people.

Wow, it looks like you got a lot out of taking that course -- I'm really happy to hear that !! It would be very nice to be self-sufficient when I need to have my bike taken care of....
I've worked in the medical field since I was a teenager, but, I sincerely would not mind (at all) working in a bike shop!!! I love working with people, I always have.

Sounds like you got a wicked awesome gift for your birthday, too!! What kind of kit did you get?? Does your DH ride as well? (In another thread there was a discussion as to what "DH" means and/or could mean). If you don't mind, what does DH mean in your case? (For my husband, my thoughts would be "Dear husband" or "designated husband"....<<--not sure if that makes sense.... )

Well, it's 1:43am, so I ought to get to bed.....

Goodnight & God Bless everyone!

Denise