Trailside Repair Workshop – Wrench & Ride
Repair course · Trailside repair & trail fixes
Mechanical on the trail?
Never stranded
again.
Flat tyre, snapped chain, worn brake pads – we show you how to fix the most common trail breakdowns yourself. With and without tubeless, fast and without special tools.
State-certified MTB instructors · No prior knowledge needed · Hands-on on your own bike
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Is this right for me?
This workshop is for you if…
That’s you
✓ You’ve had a breakdown on the trail and didn’t know what to do.
✓ You ride tubeless but don’t know what to do when it hisses.
✓ You want to be self-reliant and independent out on tour.
✓ You want to know the minimal toolkit you should always carry.
→ Not quite your workshop?
→ Bike care & maintenance
→ Setting up tubeless
→ Drivetrain & gears
What you’ll take away
After this workshop you’ll be able to…
Flat tyre – with & without tubeless
Patch or replace a tube, seal a tubeless tyre, fit plugs – you’ll be ready for every scenario.
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Repair your chain
Fit a quick link, use a chain breaker, fix the chain in a single gear when nothing else works. You’ll always make it home.
Brake pads & more
Check and replace pads, push back pistons – plus quick fixes for loose bolts, broken grips or a stuck seatpost.
How it works
Your workshop in detail
- Discuss breakdown scenarios
What happens to you most often? We look at your setup and prioritise the most relevant breakdown situations. - Theory: what do I need out on tour?
Mini pump, CO₂, patch kit, quick link, multitool – what really needs to come along and why. - Practice: flat tyre & chain
You patch a tube, fit a tubeless plug, install a quick link – all by yourself, with our guidance. - Brake pads & system check
Spot pad wear, replace them, reset the pistons. You’ll know when you need the workshop – and when you don’t.
Workshop info
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours
Group: Max. 6 people
Tools & materials: Included
Your bike: MTB or E-MTB
Location: GEMMA AUSSI bike school, Innsbruck/Tirol
Price: from € 49 per person
Private workshop
Prefer your own group only? We arrange individual dates. Ask now →
Get started
Ready to get wrenching?
from € 49 · 2 hours · Max. 6 people
Next date
You’ll find current fixed dates in the course overview.
Private workshop
Your preferred date for your group. Individual and flexible.
What you get in the course
Levels at a glance
Your first real singletrails. Control, line choice and safety on the terrain.
Questions about the workshop?
Not sure this is the right workshop? Questions about how it works or your bike setup? Just get in touch.
Frequently asked questions:
Does this cover tubeless and classic tubes?
Both. We cover both systems – tell us at sign-up what you ride.
Do I have to bring repair materials?
No. Patch kits, tubes and plugs are provided for the workshop.
Still have questions?
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Frequently asked questions
Does the workshop cover tubeless and tube systems?
Both. We cover both systems – tubeless plugs, sealant, an emergency tube and classic patching. Tell us when you sign up what you ride.
What tour tools should I always carry?
We recommend: mini pump or CO₂, patch kit/emergency tube, tubeless plugs, quick link + chain breaker, multitool, a spare brake pad. We show all of it in the workshop.
How long does fixing a flat on the trail take?
With practice: sealing tubeless under 2 minutes, swapping a tube about 5–10 minutes. After this workshop you’ll know how.
Is the workshop also suitable for e-bike riders?
Yes. The repair basics are the same. With an e-bike there are a few extra considerations (motor protection etc.) which we also cover.
Why ride with GEMMA AUSSI
State-certified instructor & Level 1 bike guide
Bike Guide Austria certified, compliant with the ÖRV curriculum and hands-on out on the bike.
Licensed travel agency
Planning, booking and organisation run through a fully licensed structure.
Insolvency protection
For package trips your money is protected by the statutory customer-funds guarantee.
