Bicycles/Maintenance and Repair/Tools and Supplies

__NOTOC__ 400px|right|thumb|A selection of bicycle tools. In red, a crimping tool; in blue, a master-link plier; in black, cable (and housing) cutters, and a chain breaking tool. thumb|right|400px|A bicycle multi-tool. They do not replace the convenience of conventional hand tools, but can be carried on the person and contain the items that are of most use in a breakdown situation. Basic Tools Tools every cyclist should consider having: Allen wrenches (2-8mm) Chain tool Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead) Open and/or box wrenches (8, 9, 10, and 15mm are the most common for bike use) Tire levers Pump Puncture repair kit Cyclists traveling long distances may wish to carry these tools with them. Alternately, they may wish to carry a multi-tool. Intermediate Tools Tools for cyclists with more of an interest in bicycle repair: Pedal wrench Cone wrenches An appropriately sized spoke wrench Chain whip Crank puller Cable cutter Hammer Headset wrench T25 torx wrench Cassette tool Truing jig Wheel dishing gauge Chain wear indicator Repair stand Professional Tools Tools for cyclists who are prepared to fix anything that may go wrong on a bicycle: Bottom bracket tapping and facing tool Bottom bracket tool Crown race setting tool Headset cup remover Headset press Starnut driver Head tube facer/reamer Supplies Degreaser Grease Oil Penetrating oil Thread locking compound Tire patch compound Tire patches Ti Prep Cable ends to prevent cables from fraying.