Courses

The Depannage

CycloChrome primarily offers courses in French. However, we are offering a limited selection of dates in English. Please look for the  ENGLISH courses when booking.

For any questions or requests about courses in English email us at [email protected], or add yourself to the waitlist.

Who is this course for : Beginners who wish to do their own bike maintenance

First block (morning) – 3h

• Changing an inner tube (flats)
• Changing a tire
• Tire pressure
• When, and how often?
• Lubricating your chain
• When, and how often?
• How long does a chain last?
• How to check your chain for wear

Second block (afternoon) – 3h

• Tools, traditional methods
• Essentials for a beginner’s toolkit
• Saddle bags
• Introduction to positioning
• Adjusting posture
• Brake adjustments
• Shifter adjustments

This course does not cover the following technologies:

• Electronic shifting systems

Nor the following techniques:

• Hydraulic brake bleeding
• Tubeless tire replacement

Prerequisites : none
Length : 6h, Cost : $150
Participants : maximum 4
Format : In person, at the CycloChrome Campus
What to bring : Your bike, closed shoes and clothes you can get dirty.
Public Health : We apply at all times the recommendations of the public health and the CNESST during training and other activities.
Additional dates : If you can’t find dates that fit your schedule, join the waitlist!

Get 20% off parts and accessories purchased during your training!

Basic Mechanic on the Road

Who is this course for : Mountain biking, road cycling, and touring bike

• Problem identification
• Gear shifting adjustments
• Flat tire repairs
  • Tubed and tubeless tires
• Wheel truing
  • How to align a wheel on the bike
• Resourcefulness and patching until the next bike shop
• Real-life scenarios and role-playing situations
  • Broken or bent derailleur hanger
  • Stick caught in spokes
  • Torn tire
  • Twisted chain or chainring tooth
• Preparing your basic repair kit

This course does not cover the following technologies:

• Electronic shifting systems

Nor the following techniques:

• Hydraulic brake bleeding
• Tubeless tire replacement

Prerequisite : None
Duration : 6 hours
Cost : $150
Participants : Maximum 4 (minimum age: 16)
Format : In person, at the CycloChrome Campus
What to Bring : Your bike, closed-toe shoes, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Public Health : We follow all CNESST and public health guidelines during training and other activities
Additional dates : If you can’t find dates that fit your schedule, join the waitlist!

Get 20% off parts and accessories purchased during your training!

Pro-am

Who is this course for : Bike enthusiasts who want to learn bicycle mechanics

The course takes place over two days :

Day 1 – 7 hours

• Frame and fork inspection
  • Cleaning and inspection
• Headset check
  • Identification of headset types and components (threaded and threadless)
  • Inspection of headset bearings
• Lubrication of loose ball bearings
  • Headset bearing adjustment
  • Drivetrain inspection
• Identification of bottom bracket types (threaded and Pressfit)
  • Crankset removal and installation
  • Removal and installation of loose ball bearing bottom brackets
  • Inspection of sealed bottom brackets
  • Chain cleaning and inspection (length and wear)
  • Inspection of chainrings, cogs, and derailleur pulleys for wear
• Wheel inspection
  • Identification of hub and rim types
  • Inspection, lubrication, and adjustment of loose ball bearings
  • Inspection of sealed bearings
• Wheel truing
  • Basic concepts of spoke tension
  • Tire identification, selection, installation, and inflation (excluding tubeless)
  • Flat tire repair (optional)

Day 2 – 7 hours

• Brake adjustment
  • Identification of brake types (dual pivot, v-brake, disc, etc.)
  • Full brake system check: from lever to brake caliper to braking surface
  • Full brake adjustment
  • Adjustment and maintenance of hydraulic brakes (excluding brake bleeding)
• Gear adjustment
  • Identification of drivetrain systems, including eTap and Di2
  • Rear derailleur adjustment: derailleur hanger, L, H, and B screws, and cable tension
  • Front derailleur adjustment: positioning, L and H screws, and cable tension
• Practice on the front wheel
  • Removal and installation of the wheel
  • Removal and installation of the tire
  • Hub inspection and lubrication
  • Wheel truing and centering
  • Brake inspection and adjustment
• Rider positioning
  • Clipless pedal cleat positioning and rotation
  • Saddle: angle, height, and setback
  • Stem: height and length
  • Handlebar: angle, shape, and width
  • Brake lever positioning
• On-the-road repair kit
  • Spare tube, CO₂ cartridge, and pump
  • Quick link
  • Extra derailleur hanger
  • Spoke wrench
  • Multi-tool

This course does not cover the following technologies:

• Electronic shifting systems

Nor the following techniques:

• Hydraulic brake bleeding
• Tubeless tire replacement

Prerequisite : Completion of the BASIC REPAIRS course or hands-on mechanical experience
Duration : 14 hours over 2 days
Cost : $350 for both training days
Participants : Maximum 4 (minimum age: 16)
Format : In person, at the CycloChrome Campus
What to Bring : Your bike, closed-toe shoes, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Public Health : We follow all CNESST and public health guidelines during training and activities
Additional dates : If you can’t find dates that fit your schedule, join the waitlist !

Get 20% off parts and accessories purchased during your training!

The BLEED

Who is this course for : Professionals or advanced amateurs looking to improve their skills

• Features of hydraulic disc brakes
  • Brake fluid : Mineral oil vs. DOT
  • Brake pads : Resin vs. metal
  • Rotors : quality, lifespan, wear
• Maintenance and service
  • Inspection and wear of rotors and pads
  • Pad replacement
  • Brake system bleeding
  • Adjustments

Prerequisite : Professional experience OR completion of one of the Beginner course
Duration : 4 hours
Cost : $200
Participants : Maximum 4 (minimum age: 16)
Format : In person, at the CycloChrome Campus
What to Bring : Your bike with hydraulic brakes, closed-toe shoes, clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, your rotors and pads (in case they need to be replaced)
Public Health : We follow all CNESST and public health guidelines during training and other activities
Additional dates : If you can’t find dates that fit your schedule, join the waitlist !

Get 20% off parts and accessories purchased during your training!