A brilliant beginners' bike maintenance course. I was going into the three-hour course with a VERY low base of knowledge (I cannot understate how ignorant I am) but Ben and Steve were incredibly patient, tailoring the delivery of information in such a way that I didn't get left behind, but without dragging the rest of the class down. They were kind and patient in providing me extra assistance in the practical component of the course and were incredibly affirming. I learned a lot and I actually now feel quite confident to manage any little niggles or issues which come up while I'm riding. I will definitely go back to 1226 Bikes for any servicing, maintenance or parts I need and can wholeheartedly recommend their expertise, knowledge, teaching and welcome. If you know even a little about bikes, or ride bikes at all, the course is great to do!

This workshop was really worthwhile. I knew a few basic things before heading in but I got a lot out of the workshop. Lots of knowledge and terminology as well as practical tips. I learnt how to massage the tyre into the rim when changing a flat which was much easier than using multiple tyre levers and I’m also much more confident in removing the back wheel. Thanks for the tip on getting the bike into a high gear first and folding the derailleur out of the way. I gave my cassette a really deep clean yesterday after the workshop and really noticed a difference on my ride today. I’ve gained some confidence to try a couple of things if I have a problem with brakes or gears rather than taking it straight to the bike shop.

The course that 1226 offered were so helpful when it comes to fixing your bikes. As there were so many different bikes and different questions, they based their course on customer needs first rather making sure to cover all basis. Ben and Steve were very nice and very welcoming and super helpful. They answered everyones questions thoroughly and went above and beyond to help you with your problem. 1226 even offered to contact them any time if I had further any further questions. Do not hesitate to partake in their course, why would you pay for a service on your bike when you can actually learn to do it yourself. Couldn't be more happier. Thanks boys :)

Ben and Steve were welcoming, friendly, funny and knowledgeable. They answered all the questions I asked. They even replaced the chain and the rear gears on my bike without charging for the labour. Maximum of 10 people attend the class. It was great to see the diversity, some people were more knowledgeable than the others. In 3 hours lots of basic things like, cleaning chain, changing tyres, hydraulic brake pads, limiting gears, greasing, etc were covered. I will definitely be going again to learn the advanced course. Strongly recommend anyone to attend if you would like to be more confident when fixing your bike.

I attended the Bike Maintenance course run by 1226 Bikes on 27/8/22 and found it to be well conducted, educational, fun and inspiring. Presenters, Steve and Ben, shared the presenting and assisting with practical application of the lessons taught. They also made sure that they spoke in language appropriate to the knowledge and experience of participants. Whilst having knowledge far in excess of most participants, Steve and Ben, were not patronising and did not talk down to participants. I have no hesitation in recommending this course as a great introduction to maintaining bicycles.

Found the 1226 Bikes bike maintenance course very good. Practical and hands-on. Learned how to correctly adjust the gears which will be invaluable to keep my bike running smoothly going forward. Picked up other useful maintenance tips like how to correctly align my brake pads with the rim and how to correctly re-seat a tyre without the use of type levers. Often simple things that I had never really thought of. Ben and Steve presented everything in a simple and non-technical manner. Would recommend this course to beginners and experienced cyclists alike.

Did the basic bicycle course this Saturday and didn’t know what to expect. Ben and Steve were great, made the entire experience well worth it. We had 9 people in my group, all from different cycle requirements. I knew very little about my road bike but found out plenty of useful information and got to do it on your own bike. Fitted a new chain as well. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to know a bit more about how to adjust parts in your bicycle. Going back for an advanced course.

Did a bike maintenance course with Steve & Ben on Sat 09/09/2022 and it was brilliant. Steve & Ben are extremely well versed in bike maintenance and directed the course according to what we wanted to learn which included changing a tyre in less than 35 minutes which was my previous record! Now I can do it in less than 10 woo hoo! It was hands on which is the best way to learn. Heaps of handy tips and tricks to keep your prized possession purring like a cat!

I attended the 1226 Bikes maintenance course last Saturday run by Ben & Steve who are 2 guys who love bikes and sharing their knowledge. I can highly reccomend doing this course for anyone interested in keeping their bikes running well which will save you money in the long run. Do it if you are into tinkering on your bikes and knowing how things work. Ben and Steve are great guys and were happy to answer any questions that were thrown at them. :-)

As a cycling newbie, I decided to take this course as a basic introduction to properly maintaining my bike. Ben and Steve were incredibly knowledgeable and patient. I loved how they tailored the training to meet the specific needs of the class participants. On top of this, they were upbeat and funny, which made the time that much more enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning how to optimise their cycling experience.

I did the introductory bike maintenance course yesterday. I learned so much. We learnt all about tuning brakes and gears, checking the chain, and even the best way to change a tube (so fast!). I was a bit nervous because I don't know a lot about bikes but the trainers made jokes and made everyone feel at ease, explaining everything in layman's terms. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to learn more about how to maintain their bikes.

Just did the bike maintenance course with 1226 - wow. They cater for all levels and make it very easy and it was fun. Learnt some fantastic useful tips which have really built my confidence. You call tell how passionate Ben and Steve are about what they do and that makes all the difference. Chatted about the course on our ride this morning so they’ll definitely be some more riders coming your way. Thanks Sue ‍♀️

The bike maintenance course enabled me to tune my bike with confidence and skills. Now I can always keep my bike to its peak performance. Ben and Steve are really professional in doing this, especially their ability to explain each part of the bike so simply and clearly. YouTube videos may teach you how, but Ben and Steve can explain to you why. Really appreciate this course! Highly recommended for all cyclists.

Just completed a 3hr maintenance course with Ben and Steve. It was really great - they customised the course to exactly what we each wanted to learn. Nothing beats having a tinker with a screwriver/allen key in hand with some friendly and knowledgeable guidance to help unravel the mysteries of fixing crunchy gears or wonky wheels ! It was fun and I learnt heaps. Thanks ! Highly recommended.

Attended the mt'ce course presented by Ben and Steve last night. Very good clear instructions for different levels of experience and was really good idea for people like me who want to do minor repairs and servicing of my bikes. Now l'm keen to do drivechain course. So pleasing to attend a business that is not trying to just sell you stuff, except knowledge. Thanks Ben n Steve. Regards Pat

had fun on the bike maintenance course yesterday. steve & ben are knowledgeable & really helpful. (they also have very droll senses of humour along with an amazing array of classic bikes.) great way to spend a sat afternoon & with any luck i may be a touch more confidant in tackling repairs out in the field. and now the question is . . . to wax or not to wax, lol! :)

1226 bikes present a good maintenance course for beginners, even if you know how to carry out general maintenance My son and I found this course good to fine tune both our gears and skill set. Great knowledgeable bunch of blokes who provide explanations in a way for all to understand. Definitely considering the drive train course!

Fantastic short course. Both Ben & Steve are very friendly, engaging and make everyone feel at ease. Very relaxed atmosphere and everyone felt comfortable to ask the dumb questions. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to learn some basic and not some basic mechanical knowledge about bike maintenance and component functionality.

Steve and Ben are unique in the world of bike maintenance and sales. They are the most honest, transparent and helpful guys that I have ever met, and in 45 years of cycling I have met more than a few. Whether it's buying a bike or getting one fixed you should definitely try them before anyone else.

Very experienced and helpfull. They have worked on my all my familiy bikes, from my hi end moutnin and road bike to my 4 year old son's 16" bike. Lots of unique bikes and ideas that I haven't seen before. Pleasant to deal with unlike other bike shops in the area. I highly recommend them.

I took the basic bike maintenance course. 3 packed-in hours looking at gears, brakes, cleaning, and general mechanics of a bicycle. This course is a must-do for anyone that wants to get the most out of their bike. Ben and Steve were amicable and knowledgeable. I strongly recommend them!

Loved the practical feel of the course, I can now do the basic service, gear tune, brake check and clean that I used to get done (but not often enough) at the bike shop. And they managed to do this without making me feel clueless. Thanks Ben and Steve, I'll be back for the next level.

Ben and Steve were top teachers, they made the technical stuff fun and easy to understand. They basically covered everything I needed to know, particularly how to clean my bike safely. Was good being able to use our own bikes in the class. Learned a lot in 3 hrs! Highly recommend!

Did the beginners maintenance course with Ben and Steve, learned a lot and really recommend this to anyone else who rides frequently, wants to understand more about bike mechanics, and is keen to be more self sufficient. Will be signing up for the more advanced training later on!

new rider here and wanna know more about the bike and its mechanics... Steve and Ben did a excellent job to show/ teach us what's important! I highly recommend 1226 Bikes to anybody starting or veteran to give them a call and do one of their courses! Thanks again Steve and Ben!

This course is fantastic if you are interested in being able to maintain your bike yourself and fix common problems that occur while out on the trails. Ben and Steve were very informative and happy to explain anything you would like to know about your bike. Highly recommend.

The basic maintenance course run by 126 Bikes is very worthwhile. I'm reasonably familiar with bikes and can do most things but the explanation of derailleur adjustment and gear indexing filled in some gaps for me. Plus the demo of disc pad changing rounded out the night.

Awesome course and Ben and Steve were great with simple and meaningful explanations of how things ACTUALLY WORK. Definitely recommend this to anyone interested in basic bike mechanics/maintenance and how to properly adjust gears. Lots of great tips. Thanks guys, Andrew

Great experience, Ben and Steve are friendly and welcoming and happy to answer any question. A great and genuinely introduction level way to get hands on on your bike but with the backup of expertise just in case! We will be back for the drive train course. Thanks guys

Awesome session to upskill or check understanding or get tips on maintaining your bike. The learning I was really happy with is being able to tune the gears properly. Strongly recommended, the guys who run it are relaxed and knowledgeable and the group vibe is good.

Attended the basic bike maintenance course today, a group of nine with Ben and Steve was the perfect class size. Both were experienced and knowledgeable, answering all questions, both general and specific. I’ll be returning for the advanced courses. Thanks gents

Ben and Steve are friendly, knowledgable, and generous with there time and expertise. I have ridden and carried at my own basic maintenance for years and now have the knowledge to confidently extend my range of Jobs that i can do at home. Thanks Ben and Steve.

The 1226 bike maintenance course was exactly what I’d been looking for. Ben and Steve were were highly knowledgeable and funny and patient in equal measure. I highly recommend the course for anyone wanting to get to know their bike better.

Did the maintenance course last weekend with 1226 - amazing few hours, thoroughly enjoyed it and learnt so much! Catered for everyone, even this cycling novice, who is very green when it comes to bikes/cycling. Thanks again guys!!

Very informative and fluid class. Ben and Steve are great. Well worth the money. It has inspired me to attend more in depth classes and provided me with the confidence to tackle some minor and major issues with my bike.

Highly recommend the beginners bike course that Steve and Ben host. They are extremely thorough and helpful with everything you want to learn. Definitely keen to book into some advanced courses with them in the future.

Had a great arvo with Steve and Ben in their bike maintenance course. Learnt some valuable things and enjoyed the hands on experience. Met some nice people with different types of bikes, well worth it. Great job boys.

Highly recommend anyone at any level of cycling - whether commuter, racer or touring - Steve and Ben are patient, knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. I was inspired enough to do the more advanced course!

Really enjoyed the three-hour bike maintenance course. You bring your own bike along for hands-on learning, Steve and Ben were friendly and provided easily understood explanations and answered all our questions.

A very informative evening on basic bicycle maintenance by Ben & Steve. Participants were able to introduce their bikes, with some interesting stories! I’m planning on doing the advanced maintenance course.

Just did the basic bike maintenance course with Ben and Steve, two great guys and a really enjoyable and informative session. Look forward to doing more advanced training courses with them in the future.

Their maintenance workshop was awesome. My wife and I learnt how to adjust shifting, run basic health checks and change brake pads. Great afternoon with the guys and we rode away with well tuned bikes.

Had a great night with Ben and steve on the bike maintenance course! They have great knowledge and experience with bikes and delivered to myself and the group in a fantastic manner! Highly recommended!

Very informative & great learning experience, Ben & Steve are very knowledgeable & accommodating during the whole bike course, this bike workshop/ course is a must for bike riders of all kinds....

Awesome night! Boys are super friendly and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to sharpen up on their bike servicing skills. Will be back for more advanced course. Thanks boys

Great insights into basic bike maintenance, including Gearing, Brakes and Wheels. It also has given me the confidence to perform my own routine tuning of my bike. Very worthwhile, thanks guys.

I did the maintenance course at 1226 Bikes and it was great. Lots of really useful information, even the basic things I thought I knew I still learned something new. Would highly recommend.

My dad and I had such a great time learning some of the basics of bike maintenance with Ben & Steve. Took lots of new tips & tricks away. Would highly recommend for everyone who rides!

Brilliant course, the boys were fantastic at explaining and demonstrating everything. They customized it to what the group wanted to learn. Can't wait for the advanced course already!

Best bike shop in town. Dropped my bike off for a service and got it back within a day. Steve went above and beyond trying out new parts for the bike as well. Would highly recommend.

Ben and Steve ran a great workshop, really hands-on and practical. My bike’s riding more smoothly than it has for a while, and I feel confident I can keep it that way.

I always receive great service and advice whenever I go to 1226 Bikes. Clean, professional and very transparent. Overall excellent experience...would highly recommend!

Excellent, gentle kind and thorough introduction to looking after your bicycle. Highly recommend to anyone who has a bike or just wants to know more about fixing them

Had a great time at the bike maintenance workshop yesterday. Ben and Steve gave us a lot of info and hands on training. They also made the day a lot of fun, thanks!

Very friendly and helpful trainers for me who is very new to the cycling world. Will attend the advance course to acquire additional skills in maintaining my bike.

Really enjoyed the intro bike maintenance course. Learnt a lot of useful stuff. Steve and Ben are helpful and great at explaining everything. Highly recommend!

It was great. Steve was helpful and answered all of our questions. Clear and easy instructions were provided to follow even for the beginner of all ages!

Fantastic bike maintenance course - will go to the next one. Very practical and great explanation. Ben n co are very knowledgeable and passionate.

I found the course very helpful and enjoyable. Steve and Ben definitely have a passion for bikes and sharing their knowledge. Highly recommend

This course is a must for any rider. They pack in a bunch of great content that is easy to digest in just 3hrs. Highly recommend …

Beginners bike maintenance course was brilliant, covering all the really key areas in high level of detail. Super helpful! Thanks guys.

5 star customer service from Steve and Ben. Now, i feel more confident maintaining my bike and tuning the drive terrain.

Thank you 1226 Bikes for the workshop. This is really worth. This is one of the best experience in my life. Prakash

Insightful and knowledgeable, interesting and hands on course. Learned a few things as well. Highly recommended.

Thoroughly enjoyed the course - practical advice on maintenance and tips on cycling in general. Highly recommend

Both teachers were very knowledgeable and able to pass on practical tips that made my ride home much smoother.

Fantastic bike maintenance course. 3 hours of covering the basics of bike maintenance with some great guys.

Went on the course with my 13yr old twin sons and we loved it, would definitely recommend it. Thanks guys.

Great introductory course for bike enthusiasts. Ben and Steve keep things easy and relaxed.

Feeling super confident after the beginner bike course - super helpful, and great service!

Really enjoyed the class, learnt so much! Will be looking after my bike a lot better now.

Fun and inviting learning experience. I will definately be signing up for another course.

Intro course worth doing. Nice friendly atmosphere and lots of great info. Recommended.

Learnt some of the basics to keep the bike running well. Thanks Steve and Ben …

Great day. Leant a heap about how my bike works and not afraid to adjust stuff

Excellent training for all you need to know you are servicing your bike.

We did the bike maintenance course. It was good fun and I learnt a lot!

Great guys and great course. Learnt a lot and would highly recommend.

Great course which caters for a wide variety of users and ability!

Excellent service and advice. My bike is running better than new.

great friendly people always willing to help with your bike needs

Great beginners course! Informal and interesting. Recommended!

Best bike shop in town. Very friendly and knowledgeable guys.

Run a great bike maintenance courses. Highly recommended.

Had a good time, learnt a lot. Meet some cool people.

Great work shop, sparked my interest to do more.

Awesome course . Highly recommended

Great service and know there stuff!