Wednesday 19 December 2012

Becoming A Self-Sufficient Cyclists Through Cycle Maintenance Courses

By Mervin Stollendall


The recent rise in the popularity of cycling has led to one unexpected disadvantage - professionally done repairs nowadays usually take considerable time to be completed. The sheer volume of repairs and the small number of qualified bicycle mechanics contribute to this problem.

Because of this, a lot of long-term cyclists as well as those who are just starting out with this healthy hobby think it is practical to take up cycle maintenance courses so they can carry out repairs on their own, allowing them to save time and money. These training courses help you to not only develop into a self-sufficient cyclist, but also help you keep your bicycle looking and functioning as if it was new and increase its service life.

These cycle maintenance courses can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, and the topics they cover include common roadside repairs, maintenance tasks, and bike assembly. There are courses for novices and there are also those for people who wish to become home and expert bicycle mechanics. A number of schools and institutions provide these trainings offline and online. Many people choose to join bricks-and-mortar training centers though because it lets them have hands-on experience on different repair and maintenance projects.

There are several things to consider when choosing a training provider. For starters, you should consider the courses they offer, and look for one that meets your needs. Also, check for convenience, both in terms of location and schedule. Another thing you should take into account is the qualification of the instructor. He or she must have years of experience as a bicycle mechanic and as much as possible have completed a relevant accreditation program.

Make sure that you think about the cost, but you need to consider this along with the caliber of training they provide. It is wrong to believe that the more costly the training program is, the more effective it will be. As with other training courses, word of mouth from previous students can be invaluable. So make sure to request for references so you can get first-hand accounts on the quality of the course.




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