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Bike Maintenance Class
February 5th, 2012
Park Tool Bike Maintenance Class
February 12th, 2012
Bike Maintenance Class
February 19th, 2012
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March 4th, 2012

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barmitts

In this weather, get bar mitts

Not every glove out there can give you the kind of handle grip you need. For added comfort, we suggest Bar Mitts bicycle gloves. Designed by cyclists tired of using hang-gliding mitts, Bar Mitts are weather-resistant warmers for your handlebars. …

Specialized BG Element Wire Tap Gloves

Specialized BG Wiretap Gloves

Change your music or make that critical phone call (NOT while riding of course!) without taking off your gloves—WireTap technology makes these gloves touchscreen-friendly. The Element is also completely windproof and features a Hydrophobic Ax Suede fit palm. A great …

SWorks McLaren Venge

Best of 2012: McLaren Venge in Highland Park

In an unprecedented collaboration with the legendary McLaren Technology Center, Specialized managed to shave even more weight and improve stiffness on their aerodynamic S-Works frame design. Own a piece of velo history and see why riders like Mark Cavendish choose …

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Higher Gear's new CompuTraining studio

What’s the Difference between CompuTraining and Spinning?

With the shorter days and inclement weather of winter already here, devoted cyclists may be wondering if it’s time to hang up their bikes and look for a good indoor cycling workout to get them through the off-season. Two of …


CompuTrain Studio at Higher Gear

Up Your Game with CompuTraining

With the ability to increase cycling power by 20 to 30 percent, as well as speed by 2 to 4 miles per hour, training with the CompuTrainer not only provides an engaging indoor ride, but also one of the best ways …


socks

Biking Toe Warmers, Socks and Shoe Covers

As the Norwegian saying goes, “There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.” And as fall moves into winter, you’ll need to make sure you have good bike clothing that makes even the coldest days seem like …


EVENTS & RIDES

Bike Maintenance Class
February 5, 2012 — 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Bike Maintenance Class

Higher Gear - Highland Park, Highland Park IL
The class covers everything we do for a standard tune-up:
  • Adjusting hubs, truing wheels
  • Adjusting bottom bracket and headset
  • Inspecting and adjusting brakes
  • Checking chain for wear, replacing if necessary,
  • Adjusting gears.
  • Proper seat and handlebar positions
  • How to change a flat,
  • How to wash your bike, and how to address several on ride type repairs.
  • Bring your own bike and we'll supply the repair stands, tools, lubes, aprons. Class fee includes the BBB-2 book.
Also get a 10% discount for repair related items day of class. The class size is limited to 3. For more information call Brian at 847-433-2453 or contact brian@highergearchicago.com
Park Tool Bike Maintenance Class
February 12, 2012 — 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Park Tool Bike Maintenance Class

Higher Gear - Highland Park, Highland Park IL
The class covers everything we do for a standard tune-up:
  • Adjusting hubs, truing wheels
  • Adjusting bottom bracket and headset
  • Inspecting and adjusting brakes
  • Checking chain for wear, replacing if necessary,
  • Adjusting gears.
  • Proper seat and handlebar positions
  • How to change a flat,
  • How to wash your bike, and how to address several on ride type repairs.
  • Bring your own bike and we'll supply the repair stands, tools, lubes, aprons. Class fee includes the BBB-2 book.
Also get a 10% discount for repair related items day of class. The class size is limited to 3. For more information call Brian at 847-433-2453 or contact brian@highergearchicago.com.
Bike Maintenance Class
February 19, 2012 — 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Bike Maintenance Class

Higher Gear - Highland Park, Highland Park IL
The class covers everything we do for a standard tune-up:
  • Adjusting hubs, truing wheels
  • Adjusting bottom bracket and headset
  • Inspecting and adjusting brakes
  • Checking chain for wear, replacing if necessary,
  • Adjusting gears.
  • Proper seat and handlebar positions
  • How to change a flat,
  • How to wash your bike, and how to address several on ride type repairs.
  • Bring your own bike and we'll supply the repair stands, tools, lubes, aprons. Class fee includes the BBB-2 book.
Also get a 10% discount for repair related items day of class. The class size is limited to 3. For more information call Brian at 847-433-2453 or contact brian@highergearchicago.com
Bike Maintenance Class
March 4, 2012 — 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bike Maintenance Class

Higher Gear - Highland Park, Highland Park IL
The class covers everything we do for a standard tune-up:
  • Adjusting hubs, truing wheels
  • Adjusting bottom bracket and headset
  • Inspecting and adjusting brakes
  • Checking chain for wear, replacing if necessary,
  • Adjusting gears.
  • Proper seat and handlebar positions
  • How to change a flat,
  • How to wash your bike, and how to address several on ride type repairs.
  • Bring your own bike and we'll supply the repair stands, tools, lubes, aprons. Class fee includes the BBB-2 book.
Also get a 10% discount for repair related items day of class. The class size is limited to 3. For more information call Brian at 847-433-2453 or contact brian@highergearchicago.com
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847-433-2453

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847-256-2330


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Higher Gear shares your passion for cycling. We’re a full-service bike shop located just north of Chicago. We have two locations to serve you:
our Highland Park store is located just northeast of the Highland Park Metra station, and our Wilmette store is located in Plaza Del Lago.

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