Enduro Tool Kit 101
Enduro Tool Kit 101
Don't let a tipover or minor crash strand you in the middle of nowhere. By packing a few key tools in a fanny pack or backpack, experienced riders are usually back on the trail in no time. Here are our top-10 must-haves.
1 Spare tube (21 inch): If you only carry one, make it a front because it will work in both tires.
2 Tire irons (at least two, three are better): Good levers (like Motion Pro's) make short work of toucih sidewalls.
3 Compact bicycle hand pump/or C02: A manual pump will always pump, but if space is tight, CO2 is more compact.
4 Valve-stem remover: Speeds up the tire-changing process if the tube isn't totally flat.
5 J-B Weld: Punch a hole in an engine case and this epoxy can save your day.
6 Tools (specific to your bike): Figure out what size wrenches you need to remove wheels, adjust chain, bars, brakes, levers, bodywork, etc...
7 Safety wire and/or zip-ties: You would be shocked by the things that can be fixed with these items.
8 Duct tape: Peel a couple of feet off the roll and fold it into a nice compact, flat square.
9 Spare nuts and bolts: A few com mon nuts and bolts can be used for a variety of repairs.
I 0 Spare clutch and brake levers: Carry one of each. They are easy to break and suck to ride without.
