Bike Teacher, Bicycle Mechanic Training & Full Service Repair Sh

Amazing service and knowledge about bikes. Able to fit me in quickly for appointments with quick turnaround times. Pricing is usually better than LBS.

I was biking down Viva Calle SJ when I slipped and got a flat tire on the front. I asked around as to where I could get it repaired when I was directed to the Bike Teacher Stall near Dana Avenue. Arthur was there when I asked if I could replace it. He was very generous and kind as well as patient as he was also dealing with someone who had to tighten up a cog. He was also very professional and clearly was proficient in what he does. If the staff as well as the work they do are of such high caliber there, I would assume they would be at their main location. 5/5 stars.

My bikes and I have had three classes with Arthur. His classes, ability to teach, and his knowledge have far exceeded my expectations. The classes are 1:1 and Arthur had me engaged from the very beginning of classes, as I did the mechanics myself, with his guidance. His shop has everything and he encouraged me to get the tools I need. I feel so happy that Arthur is there for me when I need his class.

One of the best sounds in the world is a bicycle flying down an open road with all the parts moving and operating in their proper form... all it takes is a simple click or creak to ruin your joy ride. & it probably means something needs adjusting or potentially replaced, so lesson #1 is to always listen to your bike when she's not purring... she's speaking to you.

It used to drive me crazy because I only had very basic skills - often clicks or creaks would mean a visit to the bike shop - which took added time, the embarrassment of trying to explain a clicky sound over around this moving thing, and didn't always leave me feeling like the problem was solved. I tried learning some of this on my own, but YouTube videos didn't inspire me to take tools I didn't really know how to use on relatively expensive pieces of equipment or vital parts like the brakes.

After now riding for about 10 years, I realized it was time to learn the trade so that I could perform maintenance on my own and know what the heck that moving thing is actually called & how it worked. I didn't want just a basic skills training, I wanted something comprehensive that I could walk(/roll) away from feeling like I knew how the bike operated in & out. I found Arthur and decided I would make the time investment and trek down from San Francisco for the 40-hour class.

Thanks to Arthur, I now have the confidence and ability to maintain all parts and components on two different bike builds. The 1:1 hands-on training was key for me to master the various parts and procedures. I never would have been able to do this on my own, and the skillset will pay for itself over and over again throughout the course of my cycling-obsessed lifetime.

When I rolled out at the end of the week, my ride was back to smooth & quiet.. and I had a great sense of pride in knowing that I made that happen and can now approach the next click or creak on my own.

Overall, a super great experience and Arthur is wonderful to work with - I highly recommend!!

From basic to advanced bike skills, learn wrench ride.. In the heart of Willow Glen!