Crankbrothers Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD

Crankbrothers Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD

In this article I will review the Crankbrothers Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD, Time ATAC and Crankbrothers Eggbeater cleats. It is a small tool that might be able to compete with the Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD. I will share my experiences and why I think it should be part of your travel toolbox.

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Topeak Nano TorqBit for TorqBar

Topeak Nano TorqBit for TorqBar

The Topeak Nano TorqBit is a 1/4″ hex bit with a fixed preset torque value that you can use with each bit holder and each bit. I personally use it in combination with the Fix It Sticks T-Way wrench that I reviewed a little while ago, but it also comes in a set called the Topeak Nano TorqBar.

I will also compare the Topeak Nano TorqBit against the Ritchey Torque Key which also has a fixed preset torque value.

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Park Tool BBT-10 Preload cap tool Shimano Hollowtech II cranks

Park Tool BBT-10 Preload cap tool Shimano Hollowtech II cranks

In this article I will share my experience with the Park Tool BBT-10 Preload cap tool Shimano Hollowtech II cranks. I have been using this tool for a long time to adjust the pre-load on Shimano Dura Ace 9000, Shimano Deore XT M8100 and Shimano GRX 820 Hollowtech II cranksets

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PRO Bikegear CO2GO+ Mini Pump review

PRO Bikegear CO2GO+ Mini Pump review

The CO2GO+ Mini Pump from PRO Bikegear is a full aluminum mini-pump that can be used as a manual pump and a CO2 inflator. The PRO Bikegear CO2GO+ Mini Pump is robust and has two clever ways of storing the CO2 cartridge.

Finally I’ll do a brief comparison with Barbieri Moskito Pump, which is also a 2 in 1 pump.

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Prototipo Works Valve Adaptor Presta to Schrader

Prototipo Works Valve Adaptor Presta to Schrader

In this article I will review a small item I have stored in all my saddlebags: Prototipo Works Valve Adaptor that converts Presta to Schrader. Especially with gravel riding on the Canyon Ultimate CF SL 8 and the self supporting character of gravel riding, I did put this beautiful and high quality valve adapter into my saddle bags again (even on my road bike).

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Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool for Speedplay, Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo pedals

Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool for Speedplay, Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo pedals

The Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool for Speedplay, Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo and Crank Brothers pedals is the perfect tool to improve your cycling ergonomics by adjusting the cleats with high accuracy in a few simple steps.

I’m riding Speedplay Zero Stainless pedals (since 2003) and bought me a pair of Sidi Wire Carbon Vernice shoes with a Speedplay specific sole. I will use the Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool to install a pair of new cleats and improve the ergonomics on my road bike.

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