January 2017 | 61
by Martial Prévalet - Martial is a mechanical engineer who has produced articles for car and bike magazines , including Le Sport Vélo , Bike Magazine and Cyclosport
Of the tools that are needed to repair and maintain your bike , most are generic . Some are specialised and can be bought online from the bike manufacturer or ordered at a bike shop
A crankset key is essential for changing and tightening chainrings
To change inner and outer cables you will need two cutters
Decent tyre levers are essential .
Carry with you on rides
A chain whip will help you remove cassettes
A decent spoke key is essential to maintain a wheel
A screw type chain tool allows you to take the chain apart