Master the Art of Wheel Building with Expert Training
Wheel Building Training Course
The online course phase allows you to study all the theory remotely at your own pace. The virtual phase prepares you for the intense on-site practical phase, where you will have the opportunity to become a ‘master’ wheel builder. On completion of the course, you will have access to Bike Inn materials for 2 years. (This course does not include an IMI Qualification. If you wish to gain a unit certificate, it is possible but at an additional cost of £40.00). If you wish to gain a IMI unit certificate please notify a member of staff during the online guided learning.
Professional wheel building Course
What you will learn
Whether you’re looking to build wheels from scratch or perfect your truing technique, this course will give you the expertise to craft high-quality, long-lasting wheels.
The online course phase allows you to study all the theory remotely at your own pace. The virtual phase prepares you for the intense on-site practical phase, where you will have the opportunity to become a ‘master’ wheel builder. On completion of the course, you will have access to Bike Inn materials for 2 years. (This course does not include an IMI Qualification).
If you wish to gain a unit certificate, it is possible but at an additional cost of £40.00). If you wish to gain a IMI unit certificate please notify a member of staff during the online guided learning.
Please contact us on 017683 47979 or henrietta.colborne@bikeinn.co.uk for booking
Parts compatibility
Systematic demonstration & practise of essential periodic bike checks.
Tools required
Demonstration of home mechanics tool kit, consumables and spares identification and sourcing
Hubs
Construction, features, spoke attachment and critical dimensions.
Rims
Types, sizing, ERD, hole stagger, eyelets and joints.
Spokes
Types, materials, butting, threads, nipples length calculation
Lacing
Using a variety of rim, hub types and lacing patterns
Truing
Tightening and truing of wheels to industry tolerances
Faults
Recognition of faults in wheel building
Repairing
Repairing and/or conversion of hubs to take more sprockets.
Final Assessment & Qualifications
The course culminates with a Bike Inn assessment, and if successful, a certificate of competence.
After completing the course, you’ll join the Bike Inn graduate network, which is available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebikeinnuk/.
Who is this course for?
Professional cycle mechanics looking to expand their skillset
Hobbyists and cycling enthusiasts wanting to build their own wheels
Bike shop staff adding wheel servicing to their offerings
Why Train with The Bike Inn?
Expert Instructors
Learn from professional wheel builders with years of experience
Hands-On Training
Practical, workshop-based learning with real-world applications
Industry-Standard Tools & Equipment
Work with leading brands and professional tools
Career-Boosting Skills
Ideal for mechanics, bike shop staff, and cycling enthusiasts
Course structure
The course culminates with a Bike Inn assessment, and if successful, a certificate of competence. If you would like a IMI Unit Certificate please let a member of staff know during your virtual learning. There is a additional cost of £40.00.
Stage-01
Virtual Training
One-week, tutor supported, virtual phase which includes online tutorials
Stage-02
Intensive On-site
Intense on-site practical phase.
Stage-03
Acceditation
The course culminates with a Bike Inn assessment, and if successful, a certificate of competence.
Professional & accredited courses led by experienced instructors
Please contact us on 017683 47979 or henrietta.colborne@bikeinn.co.uk for booking.
The Bike Inn is the industry’s leading training provider of professional, accredited cycle mechanic courses here in the UK.