WELCOME TO THE SACRAMENTO BICYCLE KITCHEN
The Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen (SBK) is a community-centered bicycle shop serving the residents of Sacramento. The organization was formed in order to promote cycling as a low-cost, alternative form of transportation; enable self-sufficiency through knowledge of bicycle maintenance; and promote bicycle safety through education and classes.
SBK wants to improve bicycling in Sacramento by making bicycle maintenance, repair, and training more widely available to everyone, regardless of skill level. To this end, we provide the space, tools, and staff necessary to help patrons learn how to perform any bicycle repair need they may have, all in exchange for a minimal cash donation. Besides running the bike shop, we also try to offer maintenance and safety classes as well as community outreach projects. Scroll down to our recent post to learn about any current offerings or events.
SBK relies on volunteers and donations to keep our doors open; visit our volunteer page for info on volunteer requirements and our donations page for the why, what, when, hows of donating!
Look for the Ivy near the intersection of 20th & I streets!
UPDATE: SBK is now allowing limited capacity, limited repair DIY during any open shift at manager’s discretion! Limited capacity means only 4 DIY racks available at any given time to allow space for volunteers and shoppers. Limited repairs means we are asking folks to only sign in to do a couple small things at a time and not any major overhauls so that we can get as many DIY patrons seen per day as possible. Manager’s discretion means that the DIY racks may not be available at all if we are too busy, short staffed, etc. For general updates, scroll down to view our latest blog posts or visit our Facebook page.
SBK’s doors are open during shop hours to anyone who loves and respects bicycling and their fellow cyclists as much as we do!
Sacramento is one of the most diverse communities in the nation. SBK is an organization that is committed to creating an environment that is free from bigotry and hate. Discrimination will not be tolerated and we try hard to maintain an open and safe environment for all. If you encounter someone that goes against this policy, please bring it to one of the core volunteers’ attention.
SBK will be closed Tuesday, November 19th for our monthly volunteer appreciation ride. Regular shop hours will resume Wednesday, November 20th, at 7pm.
UPDATE: This class is currently full! Email classes@sacbikekitchen.org if you’d like to be added to the wait-list.
Adjusting Brakes: Cantilever & V-Brakes
When & Where: Saturday, 12/7/2024, 10 AM – noon, at the Sac Bike Kitchen
Cost: Free! (Excluding parts if applicable)
Space is limited so RSVP to classes@sacbikekitchen.org
Get hands-practice adjusting two common types of brakes: cantilever and V-brakes! No experience is necessary. We will be providing bikes that have been specifically selected for this class. You are welcome to bring your bike, but know that you may or may not be able to adjust your own brakes during the class (we will try to take a look and share what we know, and you are encouraged to take advantage of our DIY service!).
After this class, you will be able to:
- Identify the difference between different brake types.
- Adjust cantilever and V-brakes.
- Troubleshoot common issues like squealing, rubbing, and poor braking.
Under 18 welcome with an adult present throughout the class. RSVPs are required.
UPDATE: This class is currently full! Email classes@sacbikekitchen.org if you’d like to be added to the wait-list.
Servicing Hubs: Assessment, Adjustment, and Rebuilding
When & Where: Saturday, 11/23/2024, 9am-11am, at the Sac Bike Kitchen
Cost: Free! (Excluding parts if applicable)
Space is limited so RSVP to classes@sacbikekitchen.org
Hubs are where your bicycle’s wheel rotates around the axle. Properly maintaining them will make your bike more efficient, your wheels more stable, and increase your wheels’ lifespan!
After this class, you will be able to:
- Diagnose common hub-related issues like wheel wobble or excessive friction
- Inspect hubs and determine if they need to be adjusted or serviced
- Adjust your hubs to allow your wheels to spin more freely and last longer
- Service a standard cup-and-cone hub (take apart, grease, and reassemble)
No experience is necessary. If you have a wheel with a hub that needs some love, feel free to bring it, otherwise we have plenty of wheels at the shop to learn on.
Other things to know:
- The purpose of all SBK classes is to *teach* you how to perform bicycle repairs. Therefore, we cannot be held responsible for any damage your bicycle may incur during the class nor can we guarantee that you will have a functioning bicycle at the end of the class, especially if your bicycle was not functioning properly prior to the class.
- We have experience working with a variety of bicycles, but not all of them! If you surprise us with some exotic machine we’ve never seen before we’ll be happy to take a look at it and may even want to take some pictures, but we can’t guarantee we’ll know what’s best for it mechanically.
SBK will be closed Sunday, October 27th for our monthly volunteer appreciation ride. Regular shop hours will resume Tuesday, October 29th, at 6pm. … Continue reading →
