Puncture repair kit, and a set of cycle tools. When I was cycling I never left home without the ability to repair a puncture and get back. You won’t regret having them on hand.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Oh that's a good idea! Is there anything in particular with cycle tools that I should look for? I already have a bunch of tools for working on the car and around the house, was hoping that would do for now.

[–] Floofah 3 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Bike tools tend to be lighter weight than car tools, makes them easier to carry. Find a ring spanner that fits the wheels hub nuts, and one that can adjust the saddle, handlebars, etc. But the tyre levers and puncture kit are a must have in my book. Maybe learn how a puncture is repaired before you need to do it on the road.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago

That makes sense, I'll shop around for some, thanks!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I should probably get one of those, I only ever do short trips (never more than maybe 3km from home or car). Always figured I could push or carry it that far if I had to.

Any suggestions for a good kit?

[–] Floofah 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I had a set of 3 tyre levers, plus a puncture repair kit with various size patches and glue. Used to ride on gravel tracks a lot, surprising the number of punctures I got. If we were going on a long trip, I’d carry a spare inner tube as well. If your wheel hub nuts are not quick release, carry spanners to suit as well. Of course you need a pump to re-inflate a repair.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

Thanks! I think I'll need to practice as well, I have no idea how to change an inner tube or repair a puncture 😆. I only got the bike this time last year, and luckily haven't had any issues.