Tools of the Trade

Today was the day to go through tools and spares.  Tools and spares are heavy, but necessary.  I have four sets of spare brake pads for each bike, which I hope is way overkill, but I freaked out after the BC trip this past summer when Olivia went through a set of new-ish pads in 10 days in the mountains.

I have a tool roll that I use for most of my tools and spares.  I also have a Surly pouch that I am using to keep the less used spares such as bolts, pads and some patch kits for the sleeping mats and out stove repair kit.

Off of the tools and spares including pump and tubes.

Surly pouch with brake pads, spare bolts and repair kits.

Tool roll all wrapped up.

All the items that go into the tool roll and pouch.

• Patch Kit (we run tubeless but if that fails we may need to put a tube in)
• Tubeless Puncture Kit
• Tire Boot
• Tire Levers
• 10 & 11 Spd Quick Links
• Master Link Combo Pliers
• Lubricant
• Valve Stems
• Vale Core Removal Tool
• Cleaning Brush
• Few extra links of chain
• Spare Brake pads
• Rag
• Chainbreaker
• Tire sealant
• Brake Cable
• Latex Gloves
• Gorilla Tape
• Zip Ties
• Bolts
• Pocket Screwdriver
• Pliers
• Allen Keys
• Torx Keys
• Axle Key
• Tubes
• Spokes
• Pump

You can find a breakdown with some links and more specific weights on LighterPack.