STP 101: Fix-a-Flat

Course Description

Let's get ready for STP! Take some time early in the year to learn skills that will serve you through your STP training rides and during this epic, 206-mile ride from Seattle to Portland. Whether you're committed and registered or you're just thinking about it, this class is for you! This class is conveniently timed for attendees of the January 18 STP 101 Info Session, but everyone is welcome to sign up.

Learn how to be self-sufficient and avoid delays by fixing your own flat.  This class is designed for tubed tires (not for tubeless tires). We’ll teach you which tools and supplies you’ll need to carry for a quick repair when you’re out on the road and send you home with the confidence to fix your own flat.

Learn how to:

• Prevent flats
• Inspect and inflate your tire
• Remove and install your front and rear wheels
• Diagnose the cause of your flat
• Patch a tube
• Install a new tube

This class is for any student who has never changed a flat before or for a student who has changed a flat but would like some more practice.  Small class size and skilled instructors allow you to learn in a patient and supportive environment.  

Prerequisites: none. This is the perfect first class if you don't know anything yet about maintenance!

Type of bike this class is for:

• This class is designed for tubed tires (vrs. tubeless tires).
• Bring your own standard (non-electric) bike as you will be practicing changing a flat tire on your own bike. 
• If you are unable to bring a bike to class one will be provided for you, but we cannot guarantee that it will have similar components to your personal bike.

Class Size: minimum: 5, maximum: 15

Youth attendance: see more information here 

Other classes you may be interested in: Maintenance for Every Rider; Basic Cycling Techniques; Essential Biking Knowledge

Contacts: adultclasses@cascade.org

Edited on 2/25/23