Mara Chen
Curriculum lead
Builds concise lesson sequences from years of community workshop teaching.
Our story
Useful knowledge belongs on every ride.
From workshop questions to clearer journeys
SourceSpark Cycling began when community repair volunteers noticed that many riders understood the idea of a flat repair but lacked a calm, repeatable sequence. We turned those questions into short lessons that respect different bicycles, tools, confidence levels, and riding goals.
Our mission is to make tire care approachable, accurate, and useful before a problem becomes stressful. We teach inspection and judgment alongside technique, so learners can make responsible choices and know when a workshop is the right next step.
What guides us
- Clarity: plain explanations before complicated jargon.
- Practice: repeatable steps that work beyond a single demonstration.
- Respect: no assumptions about experience, equipment, or pace.
- Safety: inspection and responsible limits are part of every lesson.
The teaching team
Jon Bell
Ride systems coach
Focuses on roadside decisions, touring preparation, and practical tool selection.
Priya Nair
Learning editor
Makes technical language welcoming while preserving useful detail.
Learn by doing, ride with confidence
Our courses give you a clear framework you can repeat on any bike, anywhere. Join thousands who now handle flats calmly and safely.