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Tool Tuesday :: Wheels Manufacturing Dropout Saver Kit

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Tool:  Wheels Manufacturing Dropout Saver Kit Job:  To fix frames with damaged non-replaceable derailleur dropouts Thumps Up:  Many frames these days have replaceable derailleur hangers.  Many steel and titanium bikes don’t, however, which means that if your dropout threads get mangled you can expect a costly bill to have a new dropout welded into place.  The Dropout Saver Kit is a much faster and less expensive option.  Using the provided drill bit, simply drill out the mangled threads, pop in [...]
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Tool Tuesday :: Park Tool DS-1 Digital Scale

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Tool:  Park Tool DS-1 Digital Scale Job:  Weighing your bikes and parts Thumps Up:  The DS-1 is a great scale for weighing bikes, frames, and wheels.  It can be clamped in a repair stand, or hung from a hook.  It also reads measurements in both pounds and kilograms. Thumbs Down:  Usage of this scale can cause you to become a weight weenie. Tool Tip:  For the ultimate in bike geekdom, pair this scale with Park’s DS-2 Tabletop Scale so that [...]
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Tool Tuesday :: Specialized FSR Bearing Puller/Press Tool Kit

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Tool:  Specialized FSR Bearing Puller/Press Tool Kit Job:  Installing and removing pivot bearings from full-suspension mountain bike frames Thumps Up:  The FSR Bearing Puller/Press Tool Kit enables mechanics to easily replace pivot bearings and ensures that the job is done without damage to the bearings or the frame.  In the past, mechanics have been known to use punches and sockets to create homemade bearing tools, but with the FSR kit we have ‘the right tool for the right job.’ Thumbs [...]
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Tool Tuesday :: Hozan C-205 Lockring Wrench

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Hozan C-205 Lockring Wrench Job:  Installing and removing track and bottom bracket lockrings. Thumps Up:  There are many lockring wrenches on the market.  They all look similar and do the same job, however the Hozan C-205 outperforms the others.  The best thing about this tool is the shape of its ends.  The tooth profile and the curvature of the tool enable you to get a solid grip on the lockring and be confident that the tool won’t slip off.  The [...]
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Tool Tuesday :: Lezyne Shock Drive

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Job: Inflates your shocks and fine tunes the pressure. Thumps Up:  The Shock Driveis a tiny, lightweight pump that works just as well as bigger, bulky shock pumps.  It can reach pressures of 300 psi, and it has a bleed valve to quickly release air if needed.  At only 84 grams and 8.5” x 1” in size, it will easily fit in your jersey pocket or hydration pack.  Another nice feature is its water-resistant gauge.  Such a gauge is not usually [...]
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