Tag: Tools
Robert Axle Project “Drive Thru”: Quick Review
You may have heard of the Robert Axle Project, (no! it isn’t a band!), and if you have, you know that they do axles, (duh!),…
Marque Cycling Tools Quick Review
None of these tools are perfect. I probably would choose differently if my job required daily usage of tools like these to make a living, but for anyone that will only be occasionally wrenching, these are great choices.
Muc-Off Shop Supplies: Quick Review
I was pleasantly surprised by the Muc-Off products and the high functionality of the solutions for cleaning, protecting, and lubrication. There isn’t a clunker in the group here and the fact that Muc-Off does try to take consideration for the environment is impressive.
KOM Cycling Tire Levers and Sealant Injector: Quick Review
The KOM Cycling products seem to be well made and, in the shop, were a joy to use.
Topeak Torque Wrenches: Quick Review
I never even thought about using a torque wrench for working on bikes until carbon happened. Then we had to worry about over-doing things and crushing expensive components. Now to be fair, using a torque wrench is good even when you are not working with carbon bits….
Hirobel Frame Clamp: Quick Review
The Hirobel Clamp is a device developed to allow you to mount a bicycle to a repair stand without directly clamping to the bicycle with a repair stand clamp. This is beneficial when you have a bicycle with a suspension seat post, a dropper post, or a seat mast/aero seat tube design. The Hirobel Clamp is sort of like a bicycle rack for a car, with a cradle type design, and the bar of the Hirobel Clamp then is held by the repair stand.
Floyd’s, Silca Ypsilon, Milkit: Three Quick Reviews
Floyd’s, Silca Ypsilon, Milkit: Three Quick Reviews – by Grannygear Editor’s Note; From time to time we have done the “Quick Review” , detailing a…
Park Tool PRS-25 Team Issue Repair Stand: Quick Review
Park PRS-25 Team Issue Repair Stand: Quick Review- by Grannygear Editor’s Note: With the off-season upon us in many parts of North America, it might…
Silca Tattico Bluetooth Mini-Pump: Second Opinion
On my rides, I often ponder the value of technology in cycling. Innovation is an oft-used word in marketing copy, but I’ve always believed that…
Silca Tattico Bluetooth Mini-Pump: Quick Review
Silca Tattico Bluetooth Mini-Pump: Quick Review- by Guitar Ted When one rides in rural areas, it is wise to have the tools and accessories at…
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