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Tools for the travelling cyclist — here’s what I carry to fix or bodge just about anything on the road

After a life on the road with his bike, Steve’s travelling tool kit has evolved somewhat over the years, but the essentials have largely remained the same. Take a look inside this tiny tool stash

Sun, Feb 23, 2025 12:00

Oxford Bike Wash

Pleasant smelling and it foams well, though not the most potent cleaner on truly filthy winter grime

£8.99

Sun, Feb 23, 2025 09:45

Abbey Bike Tools LL Chain Wear Tool

Excellent chain wear tool that is easy to use and accurate

£49.00

Sat, Feb 22, 2025 12:45

How to bleed Shimano hydraulic disc brakes – 14 – bleed tubing attached to the bleed nipple with syringe of mineral oil.jpg

How to bleed Shimano hydraulic disc brakes — restore the braking on your bike with this simple step-by-step guide

Keeping your hydraulic disc brakes working perfectly is straightforward enough...with a little know-how

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 11:00

Lezyne Multi Chain Pliers

Good trail and roadside emergency tool, covering most major malfunctions likely to occur to a modern bike

£42.00

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 09:45

Connex Chainring Wear Indicator

Not necessarily a must-have tool, but it lets you easily check chainring and sprocket wear

£11.99

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 15:45

Silca is so confident in its new sealant, it’s willing to give $500 to the first sponsored rider who gets a puncture that doesn’t seal

Silca's 2.0 sealant is now finally injectable through the valve, and can last over six months even in "desert conditions" according to the brand's claims

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 15:00

How to change a bike inner tube — get back on the road quickly and efficiently, even with stubborn tyre and rim combos

Don't get stranded! Learn the most important bit of maintenance so you're all set when you really need to deploy your skills

Tue, Feb 18, 2025 17:00

Lezyne Alloy Floor Drive

The ABS-1 Pro chuck is pure efficiency when it comes to inflating tyres, and the cherry on top of a built-to-last pump

£85.00

Tue, Feb 18, 2025 09:45

“The brake pad is the smallest part that a rider can change on their bike, but it can make a huge difference”: Sinter explain how they manufacture world-beating brake pads in Europe Sponsored

We speak to the folk at Slovenian brake pad specialists Sinter about how they make the world’s best brake pads – right here in Europe – and why their unique smart brake pad bedding machine sets Sinter pads apart

Mon, Feb 17, 2025 14:48