On Monday evening the Divas descended on Off the Chain Bike Collective for hands-on instruction in caring for our bikes. Kendra and Lily welcomed us to the fully stocked repair area and introduced us to a few of the tools. We also talked about what to carry when we ride - we cannot be reminded enough that we must carry the tools we may need and always always carry a spare inner tube even if we use tubeless tires!
Kendra and Lily shared pointers on adjusting shifting, setting up the correct tire pressure, fixing flats, lubing chains, and so much more. It was hard to keep up with all that was happening as people split into small groups to learn different skills.
If you missed the clinic or want to learn to work on your own bike in a supportive setting that has all the tools you'll need, Off the Chain is a great place to go. Thursday is Women's Night and Diva Lisa Kenning - who organized our session - often goes to learn and to lend a hand. If you want to go with other Divas, reach out through the Meetup site to find a buddy who may have the same interest.
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| Kendra shows us how to check cassette teeth for wear. |
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| Diem learns to change a tire while Lily and Callie look on. |
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| Checking for chain stretch. |
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| Lisa shows Celia and Sarah how to brush dirt from a cassette. |
Off the Chain runs on donations, knowledgeable volunteers, and enthusiasm. We're fortunate to have them here in Anchorage and I hope we can partner with them again for clinics.
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