I actually don't remember Mike teaching me anything. I was the service manager! He was mostly concerned with sales (and the part-time employees taking too long for their breaks).

As far as repairs, I just tend to grab another bike. That's one justification for having a basement full. I'll get to the Int'l at some point. However, on today's ride my Lemond was making all sorts of awful crackling noises under load. Crank arm bolts were tight as were pedals. I'm going to fire my mechanic again.