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Quality Bicycle Products Announces Four Bike Mechanic Scholarships to Diversify the Industry

Published January 19, 2022

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As part of Quality Bicycle Products' mission to make cycling more accessible and inclusive, we, along with sponsoring partners, are expanding our bike mechanic scholarship program to encompass four industry scholarships for gender- and racially diverse individuals to sharpen their skills, advance their careers, and make a positive difference in their communities.

These scholarships cover both entry-level and pro-level bike mechanic education and include free tuition and lodging at U of Q Institute and United Bicycle Institute. There are 48 total slots available between the four scholarships for 2022. Courses will take place during the summer of 2022 and applications are open until April 8, 2022.

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About Quality Bicycle Products 

Quality Bicycle Products works to advance bike communities and our industry so everyone can win. From developing our own compelling bicycle and accessory brands, to distributing the most comprehensive portfolio of top brands in the industry, to sparking advocacy efforts that increase ridership, Q serves as a common thread that weaves together retailers, suppliers, industry partners, and riders. With distribution centers in Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Colorado, Vancouver, and Toronto, Q reaches a network of more than 5,000 independent retailers. As a certified B Corporation, we strive to be an extraordinary business partner and employer, and we have made good on that goal for 40 years. For more information about Quality Bicycle Products, visit qbp.com