Bicycle Garage Indy has expanded its Bicycle Maintenance Class offerings to 8 class topics for 2013. The new classes include an introductory maintenance class, a single-speed bike class, and care of off-road suspension components. Complete details on the class offerings are available on the Bicycle Garage Indy website.
The new class offerings are:
Our new Bicycle Maintenance 101 class is for any rider who would like to learn basic care for their bicycle, under the "hands-on" guidance of our experienced mechanics. Topics covered will include basic bicycle terminology, wheel removal, flat tire repair, simple adjustments for seats and handlebars, bicycle lubrication and cleaning, and simple road repairs. Time is also allowed for a question and answer period.
Suspension - 301 Fork Lowers Service: This class will cover our lowers service on a Fox or Rockshox suspension fork. You will remove your fork lowers, clean, inspect for wear and install new wipers and oil. We will also cover tuning tips. Early registration is highly recommended as this class has limited attendance. Please let us know ahead of time the year, make and model of your fork for ample time to prepare. Class price does not include the necessary wiper kit or any other parts used.
Suspension - 302 Shock Air Canister Service: This class will cover air canister service on a Fox or Rockshox rear shock. You will remove the shock, disassemble, clean, inspect for wear and install a new seal kit. We will also cover eyelet replacement and tuning tips. Please let us know ahead of time the year, make and model of your shock for ample time to prepare. Class price does not include the necessary seal kit or any parts used.
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Or the bicyclist on your list might like the 
One year ago, the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, the City of Indianapolis and Bicycle Garage Indy came together to open the Indy Bike Hub YMCA. On September 12 the Indy Bike Hub YMCA will celebrate its first birthday and a host of activities have been planned. Mayor Greg Ballard, City of Indianapolis, will lead remarks and cut the first piece of birthday cake during a short ceremony at the Bike Hub YMCA beginning at 10:30 a.m.
“The Y has been really good for me in many ways. I find that I am creating a little culture for myself there. Not just with what I have been doing, but with the relationships that I have built. From the front desk staff, to the trainers, other participants in the classes, the ladies in the locker room, and the regulars that are there every morning like myself; you can tell that everyone acknowledges each other and there is kind of an unspoken support and encouragement. I don’t know why I didn’t do this years ago.”
Over a dozen rides originating from points all around greater Indianapolis will converge on the Hub by 7:45 AM. A complete listing of starting points and distances is available on the 
Both the BGI Maintenance Classes and One-On-One TechWise advanced Bicycle Maintenance Topics are based on the 
Joe Friel's coaching reputation and other books (The Cyclist's Training Bible, Cyling Past 50) are all supported by the structure of The Cyclist's Training Diary ($19.99 at Bicycle Garage Indy). The spiral bound book lets you plan your your work outs by the by the year, month week and day, with tools to help you with periodization training for your big events. While a bit more than a casual rider needs, if you are thinking about adding more planning to riding and training, this book is a companion to Mr. Friel's other training books.
No matter what your riding level, the Park Tool's Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair ($24.99 at Bicycle Garage Indy) is a comprehensive resource with a very easy to read style. It covers common service adjustments and maintenance on every area of your bicycle. If you have older bikes, its covers almost 20 years in changes in headsets, bottom brackets and hubs, offering service steps through explantion and photographs. And it offers suggestions for tool kits for the road and home, with a special section for road repairs. (This book will also be the basis for Bicycle Garage Indy's new 
Q: Why should I have bicycle service done now?
We are accepting employment 
Bicycle Garage Indy is also looking to fill Bicycle Service Tech positions. Our ideal candidates should have experience in the repair of bicycles at the retail level. Good problem solving and customer relations skills are important, along with enthusiasm and good work habits. Part-time and full-time positions are available with flexible hours. Pay is commensurate with qualifications.
Right now, bikes do not have a "Check Engine" light. (If you ride with a heart rate monitor, you might think otherwise, but that is a topic for our 
Finally inspect your wheels and tires. First, you want to give each wheel a spin and watch to see that the wheel is rolling smooth and straight between the brake pads or frame. Side-to-side movement of the wheel, what is called "out-of-true", while an easy to resolve to issue if caught early, may result in more costly repairs if ignored. After checking the true of the wheel, take a longer look at each tire. On smooth road tires, you may find chips of stone or glass embedded in the tire, which can be removed, or might explain that slow leak. You may also find a cuts in the tread. Simple surface cuts are not a problem, however, if you find cuts that expose the fabric cord of the tire, ti should be replaced, as should tires that show irregular bulges. Many smooth road tires have simple grooves or "sipping", and thise also indicate wear. Since less tread means less flat protection, you may want to replace older, worn tires before your next big event or trip.
Registration is now available on our 
Just like you, Bicycle Garage Indy is counting down the days until spring. Will your bike be ready? The 
Bicycle Garage Indy is proud to be a long-time sponsor of the 
"On behalf of Central Indiana Bicycling Association (CIBA), I would like to thank you and the entire BGI team for your efforts to help make 2010 N.I.T.E. Ride (Navigate Indy This Evening) such a huge success. 
We are also thankful for your working with Giant Bicycles in providing the bicyclies for the BGI Great Bike Giveaway", the prizes for the "L.I.T.E. Up Your Bike" contest, BGI’s efforts to co-promote the event and all of the other valuable elements of BGI’s sponsorship. 
New to riding and want to be self-reliant? This mini clinic will show you how to deal with the most common bicycle repair.
My youngest son, 14, is an avid rider, but still learning the importance of routine bike maintenance. Last week, he set on a ride without checking his tires. It was about a half hour later that we got the call about his flat tire. We picked him up, and repairing the tire, I found the tell tale "snake-bite" or pinch flat, the result of riding over a sharp bump with an under inflated tire. 
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