Bike Maintenance for Triathletes – Get a Grip on Your Gear
€105.00
Do you want to perform small maintenance tasks independently, get your material race-ready and prevent breakdowns? During this clinic you will learn the practical basics of bike maintenance - with directly applicable knowledge for your triathlon preparation.
Important information
Location: Vlietland, Leidschendam
Level: Beginners to intermediate triathletes
Group size: Minimum 3 – Maximum 15 participants
Duration: ± 4.5 hours
Program
Program of the day
09:15 – Walk-in with coffee & tea
Quiet start with a short check-up of your own bike. We will go through the most important points.
10:00 – Kick-off: why maintenance is crucial
Typical triathlon bikes (TT vs. road bike)
Common problems and how to avoid them
Maintenance = safety + performance
What do you do yourself and what do you leave to a specialist?
10:30 – Practical block 1: basic skills
Cleaning & lubricating the chain
Removing & replacing wheels
Inflating tires + determining the correct pressure
Check & adjust brakes
Mounting bottle cages and saddlebags
Pre-race checks for race days
11:30 – Short break with snack
12:00 – Practical block 2: changing tires & tubeless explanation
Changing a tire with and without tire levers
Replace inner tube & check outer tire
Tubeless vs Inner Tube: Which is Right for You?
Simulation: Changing a tire under time pressure
13:00 – Bike setup & aerodynamics
Correct saddle height and handlebar position
Injury prevention & energy conservation
Intro to clipless pedals and cleats
Maintenance tips per weather condition
13:45 – Maintenance Challenge (optional & fun)
Duos or solo: who edits the fastest & most accurately?
Prize for the best 'mechanic'
14:15 – Joint lunch & closing
Time to share experiences, ask questions and finish with a healthy sports lunch. You will go home with a handy maintenance checklist.
What are you taking with you?
Your own racing bike or TT bike
Cleaning cloth & old towel
Optional: chain oil, multi-tool, pump or CO2 cartridge
Gloves (optional)
Specific questions or problems with your bicycle