Free bike marking by the Police at Knutsford Fire Station – see <News and Updates> for more info
Cycle Security Event 17th Nov 2012
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Carla Kompany and Chantelle Tagoe launch Cycletta Cheshire 2012 at Tatton Park, 7th October
See the events page on this site for more information and a link to their website
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Bike Ride Schedule – Summer 2012
We have organised a varied programme of bike rides to suit all abilities, not only the enthusiast but also those who would like to gain confidence on shorter local rides. There will usually be a refreshment stop providing not only a break from cycling but also chance to meet other people in the group. See the Events Page for details so far . . . . .
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Cycle Maintenance Courses – Spring 2012
Due to overwhelming demand, we have organised more Cycle maintenance courses!
Cycle Maintenance Courses
Are you confident in mending punctures, adjusting brakes and gears? If not, these courses are for you. Darren has already run courses in Knutsford, Macclesfield and the Wilmslow Guild
Basic Course
A 90 minute course designed to teach inexperienced cyclists how to carry out basic repairs whilst out and about on their bikes. Your tutor will bring along a cleaned bike on a work stand with various mechanical problems and work with the group to fix each one.
Each session runs as follows.
- M / ABC Check, is the bike road worthy
- Essential tools to carry
- How to remove / replace wheels and fix a puncture quickly
- How to mend a broken chain
- Question and answer session
The course is very hands on. All equipment is provided – there is no need to bring a bike or any tools.
Designed for 6 to 8 people £15.00 pp
Basic Course Dates
27th and 28th March 7pm Knutsford Leisure Centre
£ 15 per person, No need to bring a bike
Intermediate Course
The 2hr intermediate course is designed to help clients maintain their bikes to a higher standard, thus spending less time and money at the bike shop.
- Brake’s how to balance, replace cables, blocks and pads.
- Gears how to index, change cables, get them running nice and smooth
- Measure and fit a new chain
- Cleaning / Service schedule
- Question and answer session
The course is very hands on. All equipment is provided – there is no need to bring a bike or any tools. Unless you think your bike would benefit from any of the above. Free labor just pay for any parts used
Designed for 4 to 6 people £20
Intermediate Course Dates
3rd and 4th April 7pm Knutsford Leisure Centre
Booking
Places are limited so if you are interested, pre book by contacting Darren Allgood:
Telephone on 07954 336986
or visit www.maccmtbiking.co.uk
or e.mail darren@maccmtbiking.co.uk
Macclesfield Wheelers Cycle Club
On the right of our web site you will find a permanent link to the Macclesfield Wheelers Cycle Club – a very active club of seasoned riders. Even if you’re not up to their standard, they have a lot of useful and interesting information on their site – check it out! www.macclesfieldwheelers.org.uk
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