Carrying a lot of stuff on your bike is not what anyone wants, but what if we have a breakdown during the trip, what should we take with us? There’s always the handyman of the group with his tools who has everything in mind, but what if it’s just you when that happens?

Today we’re going to talk about the tools and spare parts you should take on a bike trip.

 

Replacement Cameras

You know what they’re for. Depending on your trip it will be convenient to take one or more. It is best to take them out of the box and roll them up to take up as little space as possible. If your wheels are for tubular you will need to carry a spare tubular although it takes up a lot of space.

 

Tire Detachables

To change tubes, these parts are essential to separate the tire from the rim. They cost little and weigh even less.

 

Inflated pump

They serve both to inflate the tube after a puncture and to keep the tyres inflated at all times.

 

Patches

If we run out of spare cameras the patches are a good solution, as they do not take up anything. They also serve to temporarily repair the tire if we crack it or the tubular.

 

Multi-tools

Essential if you don’t want to carry a key for everything. They are also usually made of aluminium, which makes them light in weight, and are about the size of the palm of your hand. Some of them incorporate the chain trunks, and what is this? or, what’s the point? The chain cutter is a tool used when splitting the chain. It is used to remove the broken link and reattach the chain. For this purpose, it is also advisable to wear a quick coupling link. If your multitool does not have a chain cutter, it is recommended that you carry a separate one. I recommend that you check the screws on your bike and choose the best multi-tool that fits your needs.

 

All these tools can be carried in your jersey pocket, in a bag under the saddle or on the bottle cage. Any site is valid as long as it is comfortable for you.