Be prepared for flat tires or other maintenance issues on your next bike ride. Printer-friendly version (PDF)
Essential Bike Repair Kit Tools
Carry these on every ride in a small saddle pack:
Bike Tools for Longer Rides
Carry these in a larger pack for multiday rides or rides on dirt trails for optimal preparedness. Only bring what you know how to use.
- 6" adjustable wrench
- Patch kit
- Spare tire (sometimes foldable)
- CO2 tire inflator (with cartridges)
- Bike tire gauge
- Brake and derailleur cables
- Spare nuts and bolts
- Replacement chain links
- Chain tool
- Spare spokes (minimum of 6)
- Spoke wrench
- Lubricant
- Spare components
- Spare cleats
- Repair/duct tape
- Clean rag(s)
Additional Items for Your Ride
- Money
- ID
- Insurance card
- Smartphone
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