Mechanical

The Scout Cycling Team also coordinates several training events around bike maintenance and mechanics for interested Scout members:

Bike Maintenance (OAS Stage 4)

The bike maintenance course teaches participants the necessary skills to care for and maintain their bikes. This will include covering bike safety checks, day-to-day maintenance, repairing punctures, replacing tyres and identifying larger issues. For best learning, bring your own bike. Open to Scouts, Venturers, Rovers and Leaders. Can be paired with the Mechanical Skills Course on the same day.

Mechanical Skills (OAS Stage 5)

The Mechanical Skills Course provides riders with basic mechanical skills and is the next step beyond regular bike maintenance. This will allow participants to repair more complex issues and fix common trailside mechanical issues. For best learning, bring your own bike. Open to Scouts, Venturers, Rovers & Leaders. Can be paired with the Bike Maintenance Course on the same day.

Advanced Bike Mechanics (OAS Stages 6-7)

Advanced Bike Mechanics events provide a deep dive into advanced mechanical concepts. They are designed for participants who already have a good grasp of bike maintenance and mechanical skills and want to take their skills further. Open to Scouts, Venturers, Rovers and Leaders.  Often run with a Team Working bee.

Basic Skills

How to repair a puncture: https://youtu.be/nULh4AMl2_k

How to repair a chain link

How to fix a dropped chain

Booking Details are at the bottom of page.