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WELCOME TO THE SACRAMENTO BICYCLE KITCHEN

SBK-shopWThe 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

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.

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.

DIY Bikes 101 Class

Posted on by April 22, 2025

DIY Bikes 101

When & Where: Saturday, May 10, 10 – 11:15 AM, at the Sac Bike Kitchen

Cost: FREE!

Space is limited so RSVP to classes@sacbikekitchen.org

Want to know how to tell if a bike is a good deal and how much work it might need to be safe to ride? Want to work on your bike at the Bike Kitchen, but don’t know where to start? We’ll cover how to evaluate a bike and how to get the most out of the resources the Bike Kitchen offers–whether you’re just starting out or are ready to tackle more advanced projects during our DIY hours.

  1. This is not a hands-on repair class. Instead, we’ll be providing beverages and sharing tips on how to achieve your project goals during DIY hours, no matter your skill or experience level. We’ll also chat about volunteering at the Kitchen and our 2nd Saturday concert series which kicks off that night!