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The Bicycle Repair - Are You Up to It?

By Daniel Lilly

Being a fix-it person is a tough job when you lack the correct tools.

Like all repair jobs the correct tools can make a world of difference. With the correct tools the job goes faster and your frustration level is usually lower.

No matter how involved you would like to be in doing your own bike repairs, a small compact set of tools you can carry in your bike bag is a must.

This compact set of tools will allow you to do some minor repairs/adjustments when they needed on the road.

Some things compact tool sets can help with are:

Tire changes
Brake adjustments
Derailleur adjustments
And other minor changes

To be able to do these simple things will save you lots of time on the side of the road.

Since the minimums are covered let's find out what other tools can be helpful.

Now you have a compact tool set for the road. How about the home?

To be able to do general maintenance and keep your bike running smoothly you should have a small tool box at home.

This tool box should have all the same things as your compact with some other wrenches for greasing those bearings or changing them out.

It is good to have a tool which takes the chain apart so you can replace it. You will need to replace your chain when you see noticeable wear. A chain is several small bearings connected together.

If you are not sure where to start, start with a compact tool set. It is better to be prepared than wishing you had been when it is too late.

See you on the streets!

For more information and tool sets to purchase: http://www.mycyclingsource.com/bicycle-repair-tool.html

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