Welcome to today’s daily kōrero!
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Anyway, it’s just a chance to talk about your day, what you have planned, what you have done, etc.
So, how’s it going?
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.
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.
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.
That makes sense, I’ll shop around for some, thanks!
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?
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.
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.