In this article I will review the Stahlwille 4008 ratchet screwdriver in two lengths 4008-1 and 4008-2. Stahlwille is my preferred brand for torque tools (Stahlwille Manoskop) and 50-sersies 1/2″ sockets (12 tooth instead of hex shaped). Stahlwille 4008-1 and 4008-2 ratchet screwdriver with 1/4″ bit holder will be compared with the various other screwdrivers … Read more
In this article I will review the Stahlwille 10758-3S T-wrench. It is versatile because each T-wrench end has a different connection point so you can use it with 1/4″ bits and 1/4″ sockets. I will briefly compare it with one of my favorite tools the Fixit Sticks T-Way wrench, the Wiha 388DS T-handle and the … Read more
In this article I will review the Stahlwille Manoskop 730N/2 Mechnical Torque Wrench which covers the spectrum of 2-20 Nm. For me it is the perfect torque wrench to work on my precious carbon road bike. The Stahwille Manoskop 730N/2 is a very easy to operate and a high quality German-engineered torque wrench. In the article … Read more
In this article I will review the Enduro Bearings BBT-001/B Pre-load cap tool for Shimano Hollowtech II cranksets. I will try to compare the Enduro Bearings BBT-001/B with my long-term favorite Park Tool BBT-10 Preload cap tool Shimano Hollowtech II cranks (and the RISK cap removal tool via Aliexpress).
In this article I will share my thoughts on the Framesandgear Titanium Crank Arm Bolts M6x19 in color Black, that I use in combination with the Shimano Ultegra R8100 cranks. Just like the Kogel Bearings Shimano Crank Arm Fixing Bolt these titanium bolts are -from my point of view- a good upgrade to the default … Read more
In this article I will explain why I’ve purchased the Unior Tools Crowfoot 1725/2CF open end wrench in combination with the Shimano TL-FC41 Tool for Direct Mount Chainring. When you replace or change a direct mount chainring, this crowfoot from Unior Tools will help you torque the lock-ring to specification.
In this article I will review the Wera 950-9 Hex-Plus L-Key set in BlackLaser finish and with holding function. I will compare it with the PB Swiss Tools 212LH-10 RB is PB Swiss Tools rainbow color coded hex key set that I’m using for 20+ years. I also use a set of Stahlwille hex key … Read more
In this article I will share brief thoughts on the Gedore Driving Handle with 1/4″ bit holder and product number 1649337. Gedore is a high quality German Engineering brand (just like Hazet and Stahlwille), that delivers excellent tools. The Gedore Driving Handle is in the category excellent value for money, and great for your toolbox … Read more
In this article I will share my experience with the BSCTools Cable Poker Tool in combination with BSCTool Screwdriver SDH-1 handle. That removes the need of keeping a pointed spoke in a BERA CLIC+ Toolbox to open up a cable casing of a mechanical shift or brake outer cable. I will try to compare with … Read more
In this article I will review the BSCTools Shimano Preload Tool Bit for Shimano Hollowtech II cranks. It is basically a 1/4″ bit with pre-loadcap-shape that can be used with the BSCTools SDH-1 screwdriver, or with the Hazet 2262 screwdriver with 1/4″ bitholder or the PB Swiss Tools PB 186.6-100M bitholder screwdriver.