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If you have ever inspected your bike, you probably came
to the conclusion that a tool kit covering every possible repair
would be impossible to carry. You're right. Realistically,
the kit you carry will have tools that anticipate the more common
problems, as well as tools you have actually used or wish you
had available during past trail-side repairs. Here are some suggestions
for two kits: a basic pack of indispensable tools, and a kit
suitable for extended rides or expeditions.
The basic tool kit covers the most common repairs:
flat tires, loose bolts and parts, chain and shifting hitches,
and wheel problems. Many otherwise separate tools can often be
found on multi-tools that cleverly combine different instruments
in a compact and lightweight package. Before purchasing a multi-tool,
take your bike to a shop and confirm that the tool can actually
be used on all parts of your bike.
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Bits of a Basic Tool Kit
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A Complete Basic Tool Kit will include:
Spare Inner Tube (make sure that it is the right size)
Tire Patch Kit
Tire Levers
Tire Pressure Gauge
Pump
Dollar Bill
4-5-6 mm hex wrenches and/or 8-9-10 mm box wrenches
Chain rivet tool
Spoke Wrench
Repair tape and baling wire
6î slip joint pliers or 6î adjustable wrench
Swiss Army Knife OR Utility Tool
Bandanna or Paper Towel
The tools and parts in an extended tool kit will allow you
to fix major problems that might occur during more ambitious
rides. Even if you do not feel proficient using every tool in
your kit, carry them anyway. A more experienced rider may come
to your aid and will be happy to use your tools and maybe show
you a few new skills. It makes sense to share these items among
a group of riders to save weight.
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In addition to the items listed above in the basic tool kit,
an Extended Tool Kit
might include:
Chain Links
Derailleur Pulley and Bolt
Spare Nuts, Bolts, and Washers
6î Locking Jaw Pliers
Extra Spokes and Nipples, including an extra 12î long spoke
Piece of Tire Casing, a Large Needle, and Carpet Thread
Rear Axle
Two Universal Cone Wrenches
Bottom Bracket Tools
Crankarm Bolt Wrench
Cassette or Freewheel Removal Tools
ìhyper cassette crackerî or ìpocket viseî
Shift and Brake Cable
Small Container of Lubricant
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Example of Extended Tool Kit Tools
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The Above Pictures and Information
is from the following Book...
 Mountain Bike Repair (Nuts 'N Bolts Series) by Ken Gronseth
GearPro biking,
backpacking, camping, skiing, climbing, and paddling gear...
10% off your first purchase
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Gerber Cool Tool This complete
bicycle repair tool has 13 tools in one: adjustable head wrench,
tire lever, chain breaker, and screw, 4,5,6,8,10 mm Allen, crosshead
screwdriver, 14 and 15 mm socket head, bottle opener, and spoke
wrench. Imported. $23.95
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 Park Tool MTB -1 Micro Tool
Box Introducing the MTB-1 Micro Tool Box, an ingenious new multi-tool
with the quality features and dependability you'd expect from
the top name in bicycle tools. The Micro Tool Box contains 21
tools: a chain tool; 3 spoke wrenches; 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, and
8mm hex wrenches; 8, 9, and10mm box end wrenches; flat head screwdriver;
Phillips head screwdriver; patch kit; 2 tire levers; ruler, and
bottle opener are all thoughtfully positioned within two fiber-reinforced
handles. The handles not only provide excellent grip when using
the tools, but also glide together to form a "tool box"
shell, protecting the individual tools and preventing them from
poking through other items in a jersey or pack. The MTB-1 Micro
Tool Box-small in size, BIG on performance. $39.99 |
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Medical Kits Trail Kit includes: A Comprehensive Guide to
Wilderness and Travel Medicine, Basic wound management, Basic
Blister Materials, Basic burn materials, Advanced infectious
control, Advanced trauma materials, Splinter picker forceps.
$18.99 |
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