I went to their bike repair workshop at 156 Rivington. It's a real cool place to go if you want some fixes on your bike. You will learn a lot. When you step into this basement from it's only entrance on the noisy, busy, happening Rivington Street, you will be chilled. Don't expect people there will give you a big hug and warm welcome to the biking family. They probably won't give you any eye contact. They are just busy doing their own things. But don't get frustrated. It's really a cool place to learn tons of biking knowledge and meet some really nice, chill, smart people. You can tell from what kind of music they are playing there!
Few tips of how to get yourself into this biking family sooner:
1. Prepare yourself as a bike savvy by learning the biking typology. I mean, knowing where is the wheel or frame & what's a cassette is quite inadequate. You should know what and where the rim tapes are... Google helps!
2. Be familiar with the biking repair tool kit. You can find everything you need to fix a bike for free at this workshop and things are kept in an amazing order. You will enjoy working here only if you know what you need, and how to use it. Don't ask around. People here are busy. If you really have to ask one, go back to Tip #1 before open your mouth. Going to Kmart or bike shops helps!
3. Know what you are doing, be straightforward. Remember, biking is not a recreation, it's a serious lifestyle. read more