‎Different Spokes

Different Spokes is a cooperative bike shop, operated by PCHS’s Bike Hub team. It is located in Downtown Brampton at 8 Nelson St. W. (facing main street, beside the railway).

We are a member organization. You must be a Bike Hub member to take advantage of Different Spokes services and participate in programs.

We empower you to use a bicycle for getting around.

Different Spokes Grand Opening


If you live in Caledon, check out the Caledon Bike Hub page for specific programs and events in your area.

Different Spokes BikeWrx

DIY Repair

“We are temporarily closed due to a power outage. We’re working hard to reopen as soon as possible. Please check our website for the latest updates. Thank you for your understanding and patience, Keep riding.”

Roll into Different Spokes where we offer do-it yourself bike repair services and workshops. We have tools, knowledge, and some parts, (used and new), to help you get your bike rolling smoothly. 

We will soon be open for walk-ins and appointments for members.

Different Spokes hours

Monday – 12:00-5:00pm
Wednesday – 12:00-5:00pm
Friday – 12:00-5:00pm
Sunday – 10:00-4:00pm

Workshops

Intro to Repair – Mon Aug 11th 6pm
Get your Bearings – Mon Aug 25th 6pm
Route Planning – TBA
Brake Systems – Mon Sept 22nd 6pm
Hydraulic Brake Bleeding – Mon Sept 22nd 6pm
Gears & Drivetrains – Mon Oct 6th 6pm

Register for your appointment from calendar below.



Bike Library

Different Spokes lends bikes generously donated by the community and then lovingly refurbished by Bike Hub mechanics and volunteers.

Only members can access our library of adult bikes.

Have a bike to donate?

We accept gently used bikes at Different Spokes, during operating hours.

Pedalwise

Ride with confident cyclists. Want to find some sweet cycling trails, meet bike-minded neighbours, practice for that longer ride, or ride with others who regularly use bikes to get around? Sign up for Pedalwise. It’s free with Bike Hub membership!

Are you an experienced cyclist who wants to give back to your community by sharing your skills with others?


A Year at Different Spokes

Thank you for riding with us, coasting on one of our library bikes, or wrenching with us during our first year of Different Spokes. It took a village to make this dream come to life, so thank you to the 159 volunteers who contributed over 6,000 hours to empower cycling in their community. Thanks to you, 278 library bikes were ridden, 3,446 bikes were repaired, and 82 rides took place. Community Benefits Report to Committee of Council, Jan 31, 2024.

Blog Posts

Summarizing 5 Years of Community Cycling in Peel Region
BikeWrx 2022 Success
Different Spokes Grand Opening of DIY Bike Repair Co-op in Downtown Brampton

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