We like to be self-sufficient on the road. \u00a0That means we carry lots of spares, tools and other odds and ends to get us out of even the trickiest bicycle repair situation.<\/p>\n
\n We like to be self-sufficient on the road. \u00a0That means we carry lots of spares, tools and other odds and ends to get us out of even the trickiest bicycle repair situation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\t
\n\t\t \n\tTools and Repair Kit<\/th>\n\t<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\t\t 2 Topeak Roadmorph pumps
\r\nTriangle tool (koga): the three most common Allen sizes
\r\nCogset lock ring socket
\r\nMulti-purpose bicycle tool \u2018Pedro\u2019 \u2013 with spoke key, chain breaker and levers.
\r\nSecond multi-purpose tool in case the Pedro breaks, is lost or stolen.
\r\nExtra chain breaker: the one on the Pedro Tool broke
\r\nExtra plastic levers for dismounting tires.
\r\n15 mm spanner (wrench) for pedals.
\r\nZip ties
\r\nSpare tire: foldable is better. Our Continental Travel Contact tires wore well up to about 18,000 kilometers, so if you\u2019re just doing a short trip don\u2019t bother with a spare tire. Having one sent over is another option if you\u2019re worried about weight.
\r\nInner tubes (at least 3x) better bring a good supply as you\u2019ll only find low-quality Chinese or Indian replacements in Africa.
\r\nDeore XT HG 93 chain (2x) The cogset will last longer of you swap chains every 3,000 kilometers. We replaced the cogset and chains after 22,000 kilometers.
\r\nChainlinks: get special ones that can be mounted without a tool.
\r\nGlue and patches: take an extra tube of glue because it tends to dry out easily. Take at least 20 patches and stock up when you can while travelling through West Africa.
\r\nShimano oil stored in a syringe-type container. Ideal for lubricating cables through cable housing and other tiny areas.
\r\nOld toothbrushes for cleaning drive train
\r\nCable housing: we had to replace them because friction with the handlebar bag eroded the outer plastic and the rain rusted the interior.
\r\nBrake cables (5x) Keep in mind that if a rear cable breaks, you can often re-use it for the front.
\r\nShift cables (5x)
\r\nCaps for cable housing ends
\r\nExtra screws & nuts
\r\nInsulation tape
\r\nTeflon chain lubricant : Classic oil tends to attract dirt so teflon is better.
\r\nChain links and special reinforced pins \u2013 had more sent over
\r\nSpokes- 5 of each size. Remember that the ones on the cogset side of the rear wheel are shorter.
\r\nBrake pads (8 pairs).
\r\nJockey wheels (derailleur): we didn\u2019t take these but probably should have.
\r\n4 Elite Lysso Alloy Titan water bottles
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nSuperglue
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nSpare cleats for Shimano SPD shoes (2x)
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nSeam Grip Seam Sealer: for repairing tent
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nSeam Grip Pre-Cleaner
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nMcNett Aquaseal: great for sealing holes in panniers. Take a couple of small tubes because they tend to harden quickly once opened.
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nOrtlieb QL-1-rail long with mounting screws, w\/o hooks for Back-Roller, Bike-Packer and Office-Bag
\r\n\u00b7
\r\n1 QL-1-rail short with mounting screws, w\/o hooks for Front-Roller and Sport-Packer
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nAnchoring hook, 10 mm with lower rail, incl. mounting screws from model \u00b496
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nQL1 screw set (5 screws) from model\u00b4\u201993
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nRepair patches for Ortlieb waterproof stuff-bag
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nOrtlieb repair-set for PD 350 waterproof stufbag incl. glue, various colours
\r\n\u00b7
\r\nTent pole repair kit : poles snap easily and then you\u2019re really in trouble<\/td>\n\t<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"