Quick stop – basic brake maintenance

Bringing your bike to a controlled stop is crucial for safe and confident cycling.

We will talk you through the main braking components and types of brakes used on current bicycles so you understand how they all work.

After this workshop, you will be able to check for worn out brake parts and cables and know how to replace them yourself or when is best to take them to a bike service shop. You will get the opportunity to replace an inner cable on a bike and how to adjust and clean braking components to allow you to keep your brakes feeling good and stopping you safely.

This course is run by qualified mechanical staff at Lang Toun Cycles.

No mechanical experience is needed.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided

Ideally, you should bring along your own bike or, if you like you can use one of our provided bikes. We will provide the required tools, protective equipment and work stands.

You will have the opportunity to purchase tools.

Please wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty as you will be dealing with grease and grime. Aprons and gloves will also be provided.

Booking Info

The event is free but booking is required. You can choose to purchase a ticket with a donation. Donations help us do more work in our community.

Our booking form includes a series of optional anonymous questions. These help us learn more about the people we reach through our events. Any information you choose to share about your background is managed separately to information that you give us to process your booking (for example, your name).

If you are having trouble booking you can call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk for assistance.

Accessibility Info

This workshop will take place upstairs with no lift access. There are 22 steps in total from the ground floor to the workshop (14 if you enter the building from the rear entrance). Accessible parking is available on the high street and there is an automatic door into the ground floor of the shop.

If you have any other accessibility questions please call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.