Advanced Wheel Building Course (In Beta Test)
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Description
This course offers in-depth coverage of the knowledge, skills, and tools required to hand-build high-quality bicycle wheels.
Learn how to build a bicycle wheel from start to finish. We'll explore theory, individual components, measurements, spoke cutting & threading, spoking & lacing, and tensioning & truing.
Discover the art of crafting your bicycle wheels with Matt Niklaus, co-owner of Bootlegger Bikes and a seasoned wheel-building pro. Matt shares insights gained over years of perfecting the craft in this hands-on workshop, "The Wheel Room". Â
What You'll Dive Into
1. Wheel Theory & Components: What makes a bicycle wheel?
2. Precision Measurements: Learn the importance of accurate measurements for a finely tuned wheel.
3. Spoke Cutting & Threading: Get the lowdown on spoke manipulation and the secrets to cutting and threading like a seasoned builder.
4. Wheel Assembly: Explore the step-by-step process of wheel assembly, where every spoke matters, and each turn of the wrench brings your creation to life.
5. Tensioning & Truing: Discover the crucial steps to achieving the correct tension and trueness, ensuring a reliable ride.
Meet Your Guide - Matt Niklaus:
From a self-taught DIY enthusiast to co-owner of Bootlegger Bikes, Matt's journey is relatable and authentic. Having built hundreds of wheels, from aggressive mountain bike sets to specialized touring and dynamo wheels, Matt holds a UBI & DT Swiss Advanced Wheel Building Certification.
Why Learn From Matt?
1. Proven Expertise: Matt's journey from a DIY enthusiast to a professional builder ensures practical insights.
2. Varied Expertise: Covering the entire spectrum of wheel building, from mountain biking to niche touring wheels.
3. Certification: Matt's UBI & DT Swiss Advanced Wheel Building Certification is a testament to his expertise.
Who Should Take the Course?
Whether you're a cycling enthusiast, a DIY fan, or just love to learn more about your bike, this workshop is for those eager to master crafting their bicycle wheels.
What You Will Get
1. A complete and thorough understanding of:
   A. Wheel Design
   B. The process of selecting parts and components
   C. The wheel assembly process, spoking. Â
   D. Tensioning & Truing the wheel
2. Unlimited access to the instructor for questions, discussion, and sharing of thoughts.Â
3. Certificate of Completion upon successful passing of the course
4. 20% discount on parts for one set of wheels.
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This course offers in-depth coverage of the knowledge, skills, and tools required to hand-build high-quality bicycle wheels.
Learn how to build a bicycle wheel from start to finish. We'll explore theory, individual components, measurements, spoke cutting & threading, spoking & lacing, and tensioning & truing.
Discover the art of crafting your bicycle wheels with Matt Niklaus, co-owner of Bootlegger Bikes and a seasoned wheel-building pro. Matt shares insights gained over years of perfecting the craft in this hands-on workshop, "The Wheel Room". Â
What You'll Dive Into
1. Wheel Theory & Components: What makes a bicycle wheel?
2. Precision Measurements: Learn the importance of accurate measurements for a finely tuned wheel.
3. Spoke Cutting & Threading: Get the lowdown on spoke manipulation and the secrets to cutting and threading like a seasoned builder.
4. Wheel Assembly: Explore the step-by-step process of wheel assembly, where every spoke matters, and each turn of the wrench brings your creation to life.
5. Tensioning & Truing: Discover the crucial steps to achieving the correct tension and trueness, ensuring a reliable ride.
Meet Your Guide - Matt Niklaus:
From a self-taught DIY enthusiast to co-owner of Bootlegger Bikes, Matt's journey is relatable and authentic. Having built hundreds of wheels, from aggressive mountain bike sets to specialized touring and dynamo wheels, Matt holds a UBI & DT Swiss Advanced Wheel Building Certification.
Why Learn From Matt?
1. Proven Expertise: Matt's journey from a DIY enthusiast to a professional builder ensures practical insights.
2. Varied Expertise: Covering the entire spectrum of wheel building, from mountain biking to niche touring wheels.
3. Certification: Matt's UBI & DT Swiss Advanced Wheel Building Certification is a testament to his expertise.
Who Should Take the Course?
Whether you're a cycling enthusiast, a DIY fan, or just love to learn more about your bike, this workshop is for those eager to master crafting their bicycle wheels.
What You Will Get
1. A complete and thorough understanding of:
   A. Wheel Design
   B. The process of selecting parts and components
   C. The wheel assembly process, spoking. Â
   D. Tensioning & Truing the wheel
2. Unlimited access to the instructor for questions, discussion, and sharing of thoughts.Â
3. Certificate of Completion upon successful passing of the course
4. 20% discount on parts for one set of wheels.