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Keystone Brevet Co., are very much looking forward to hosting you for the start and finish this annual event that heads westward to Chester County.
Check out the PA Randonneurs event page for more details!
This Spring marks our 5th year in business, so we are having a big birthday bash.
We’ll have our friends from the Tio Checko food truck set up in the lot, Priority Bikes and Human Robot are providing beverages, and we have a raffle planned with fun prizes from Swift Industries, Cleverhood, Redshift, and more! All proceed from the raffle will go to the Gaza Soup Kitchen and Gaza Sunbirds, both groups who provide mutual aid in Gaza.
This event is free & open to all!
Already have some base bicycle repair knowledge, but looking to expand into more complex repairs? Join us this winter for our Intermediate Home Mechanic Repair Class!
This hand-on class will dive into more complex repairs like wheel truing, component replacement, bearing adjustment. In addition, students will leave with their very own copy of the Park Tool Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair.
If you want to learn how to do fix flat tires or do basic brake and derailleur adjustments: please take our Beginner Repair Class first.
This class consists of 2 separate 2hr classes.
Wednesday Feb 19th 6:30 - 8:30PM
Wednesday Feb 26th 6:30 - 8:30PM
SIGN UP HERE!
or sign up for both the Beginner & Intermediate as a package HERE.
Join us this winter to learn how to build your very own wheels! We will learn about the different wheel components, considerations when specc'ing a wheel build, and then students will learn to lace and build a rideable wheel to take home. This class consists of 2 sessions, 2.5 hours each.
Thurs Feb 13th: 6pm to 8:30pm
Thurs Feb 20th: 6pm to 8:30pm
Sign Up HERE!
After you sign up, we will reach out to start to choose the components for your wheel build. We can order from Velocity, DT Swiss, Hope, White Industries, Son, Shimano, Velo Orange, Pacenti, etc, just to name a few. We will work with you to make sure you get the wheel you want! Students will get 15% off components used in the class (this is not included in the cost of the class).
*Although this cost can range, expect to budget at least $150 for a budget wheel, to up to a few hundred for higher end wheel.
Interested in learning more about your bike and want to start doing minor repairs at home? Join us at Keystone Bicycle Co. this winter for our Beginner Mechanic Class, a two session class covering repair basics.
This hands-on class will give you experience and confidence diagnosing problems, making minor adjustments, and doing regular maintenance. In addition, students will leave with their very own copy of the Park Tool Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair.
This class consists of 2 separate 2hr classes.
Wednesday Feb 5th 6:30 - 8:30PM
Wednesday Feb 12th 6:30 - 8:30PM
SIGN UP HERE!
or sign up for both the Beginner & Intermediate as a package HERE.
Join us this winter to learn how to build your very own wheels! We will learn about the different wheel components, considerations when specc'ing a wheel build, and then students will learn to lace and build a rideable wheel to take home. This class consists of 2 sessions, 2.5 hours each.
Tues Jan 28th: 6pm to 8:30pm
Tues Feb 4th: 6pm to 8:30pm
Sign Up HERE!
After you sign up, we will reach out to start to choose the components for your wheel build. We can order from Velocity, DT Swiss, Hope, White Industries, Son, Shimano, Velo Orange, Pacenti, etc, just to name a few. We will work with you to make sure you get the wheel you want! Students will get 15% off components used in the class (this is not included in the cost of the class).
*Although this cost can range, expect to budget at least $150 for a budget wheel, to up to a few hundred for higher end wheel.
Interested in learning more about your bike and want to start doing minor repairs at home? Join us at Keystone Bicycle Co. this winter for our Beginner Mechanic Class, a two session class covering repair basics.
This hands-on class will give you experience and confidence diagnosing problems, making minor adjustments, and doing regular maintenance. In addition, students will leave with their very own copy of the Park Tool Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair.
This class consists of 2 separate 2hr classes.
Wednesday Jan 22nd 6:30 - 8:30PM
Wednesday Jan 29th 6:30 - 8:30PM
SIGN UP HERE!
or sign up for both the Beginner & Intermediate as a package HERE.
Our Spring Swap is moving to the Fall this year! Vendor Sign ups are OPEN. Come sell & trade bikes, bicycle components, art, whatever you want to share with the world.
Register to Vend —> HERE
The Bike Swap is open and free to everyone to come shop!
We will be hosting a Swift Campout ride again this year to Evansburg State Park!
The ride is about 35mi each way, primarily on the SRT and Perkiomen trail. Because this route is primarily on trails, it is a beginner friendly camping trip.
This event is sold out! Stay tuned for more campouts coming this Fall.
We are excited to announce that Bikeout will be returning this Spring, brought to you by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) in partnership with us, KBC.
Get ready for a grown-up summer camp experience, full of games, swimming, camp food, and new friends. Riders will enjoy a lovely route along some of our favorite Circuit Trails with the option to tent camp or bunk in cabins at Camp Kweebec. View full event details here.
Join us on Saturday evening after the Expo wraps for the day for fun hangs, bike shenanigans, and beverages.
Sponsored by:
Priority Bikes - Kryptonite - Ritchey - Industry 9 - Human Robot - Ultradynamico - Paul Components - Pello
Come visit us at our booth at the Philly Bike Expo!
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Join us this winter to learn how to build your very own wheels! We will learn about the different wheel components, considerations when specc'ing a wheel build, and then students will learn to lace and build a rideable wheel to take home. This class consists of 2 sessions, 3 hours each.
Tues Feb 6th: 6pm to 9pm
Tues Feb 13th: 6pm to 9pm
Pricing ranges from $220 - $300, offered on a sliding scale!
After you sign up, we will reach out to start to choose the components for your wheel build. We can order from Velocity, DT Swiss, Hope, White Industries, Son, Shimano, Velo Orange, Pacenti, etc, just to name a few. We will work with you to make sure you get the wheel you want! Students will get 15% off components used in the class (this is not included in the cost of the class).
*Although this cost can range, expect to budget at least $150 for a budget wheel, to up to a few hundred for higher end wheel.
This is a six week course where we will cover a wide variety of topics and give you the knowledge to feel confident tackling mechanic projects at home. These classes will be offered individually or as a package. The full series package includes a 6th class where you’ll be able to work on your own bike at the shop!
DATES:
1/25: Class 1: Intro To Bike Mechanics - Tool overview, bicycle anatomy, torque specs, and laying a base to be a confident home mechanic!
2/1: Class 2: Braking Systems - Adjust different types of brakes, replacing brake cable, troubleshooting braking issues, and replacing brake pads.
2/8: Class 3: Drivetrain - Checking wear and installing drivetrain parts, adjusting shifting, trouble shooting common problems.
2/15: Class 4: Wheels - Truing wheels, replacing a broken spoke, how to assess the “health” of a wheel. Covering tire install, tubeless set ups.
2/22: Class 5: Bearing Systems - Go over the components of a bearing system and apply that to wheel hubs, bottom brackets, and headsets, touching on both loose ball and sealed bearings.
2/29: Class 6: BYOBike - You will have a chance to bring in your bike, work on it in the shop and ask us specific questions. We can also use this class to go into more depth on specific topics if needed. *Only available to folks who sign up for the whole class package.
Pricing is offered on a sliding scale.
Individual Classes: $55 - $75
Full Class Series: $300 - $380
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Join us this winter to learn how to build your very own wheels! We will learn about the different wheel components, considerations when specc'ing a wheel build, and then students will learn to lace and build a rideable wheel to take home. This class consists of 2 sessions, 3 hours each.
Tues Jan 16th: 6pm to 9pm
Tues Jan 23th: 6pm to 9pm
Pricing ranges from $220 - $300, offered on a sliding scale!
After you sign up, we will reach out to start to choose the components for your wheel build. We can order from Velocity, DT Swiss, Hope, White Industries, Son, Shimano, Velo Orange, Pacenti, etc, just to name a few. We will work with you to make sure you get the wheel you want! Students will get 15% off components used in the class (this is not included in the cost of the class).
*Although this cost can range, expect to budget at least $150 for a budget wheel, to up to a few hundred for higher end wheel.
Holiday hours:
Open normal business hours through Saturday 12/23
Closed 12/24 through Tuesday 1/2
Open again for normal business hours starting Wednesday 1/3
Have a happy holiday and we’ll see you next year!
Join us in a deep dive class into hydraulic brakes! You will learn about hydraulic braking systems. We will cover how to replace brake pads, the basics of bleeding brakes, and troubleshooting common problems. We aim to demystify what is going on with your hydraulic brakes!!
This class will consist of both a lecture portion and a hands on portion.
No need to bring your bike, we will have bikes to work on!
Pricing will be $40 - $60 on a sliding scale. If you’re unfamiliar with how a sliding scale works, check out this page.
Join us in our deep dive into cable brakes! We will cover how to cable and adjust linear pull, cantilever, caliper, and disc brakes (tailored to the needs of the class). We will also go over how to troubleshoot common issues, brake pad replacement, and compatibility concerns.
This class will consist of both a lecture portion and a hands on portion.
No need to bring your bike, we will have bikes to work on!
Pricing will be $40 - $60 on a sliding scale. If you’re unfamiliar with how a sliding scale works, check out this page.
Our building neighbors are hosting another reFlea Market!
What is reFlea?
The Resource Exchange's reFlea is a vendor market for local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, upcyclers and DIY creatives. So if you are interested in sustainability, creative reuse, and contributing to Philly’s circular economy, then reFlea may be the perfect event for you!
Vendors may include (but are not limited to!):
• Handmade goods & crafted items • Decor & home goods • Fine art • Jewelry • Clothing & accessories
This event is FREE! Check out more info and register here.
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Check back here or sign up for emails to hear when more classes are announced.
Join us in a deep dive class into shifting! You will learn about the shifting system, how to cable a shifter/derailleur, and how to fine tune your shifting. We will also cover troubleshooting shifting issues and common shifting problems.
This class will consist of both a lecture portion and a hands on portion.
No need to bring your bike, we will have bikes to work on!
Pricing will be $40 - $60 on a sliding scale. If you’re unfamiliar with how a sliding scale works, check out this page.
KBC will be closed from Thurs 11/23 - Sat 11/25 for the the holiday weekend.
We will be back in the shop for our normal business hours (11am - 6pm) next week on Tuesday 11/28.
Swift products marked down 15% - 50% in-store only!
TWO DAYS - Tuesday 11/21 & 11/22
Join us for some same day* mending with our pals Cat (Sew + Sew) and Ruby (Spokes & Stitches) during our building’s Miracle on American Street holiday gift market. Come support local makers and get your clothes mended! Ruby and Cat will be in the shop doing live repairs from 11am - 4pm.
Read more about the event and sign up ahead of time here.
Both cash and venmo will be accepted.
*mends will be first come first serve!
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