In this article I want to highlight a must have item on every home mechanic’s workbench: Hazet 197-3 Magnetic Cup. When you are working on your bikes, you want to have a safe storage space for bolts, washers and other small parts that could get lost. The Hazet Magnetic Cup can be used in horizontal and vertical position.
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Tools Archives with product reviews on cycling-review.net.
Premium cycling tool brands like:
- CyclOn
- Hazet
- IceToolz
- Knipex
- Park Tool
- PB Swiss Tools
- Shimano
- Stahlwille
- Wera Tools
- Wheelsmfg
- Unior Tools
… and many other tool brands in the cycling industry. All products have been used by the reviewer.
Enduro Bearings BBT-001/B Pre-load Cap Tool Shimano Hollowtech II
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).
How to Update Shimano Di2 12-speed Shifter Lever Firmware
In this article I will share a step-by-step process How to Update Shimano Di2 12-speed Shifter Lever Firmware through a wired DI2 cable connection. It is a fairly easy process that every home mechanic can do with the proper tools/spare parts and the Shimano E-Tube App. My Canyon Ultimate came with Shimano Cable Tool with product# TL-EW300 and the Shimano E-Tube App was already on my Google Pixel 10 Pro smartphone.
Convert Bosch Professional GSR 12V-15 into FC FlexiClick version
I have both a normal Bosch Professional GSR 12V-15 Cordless Drill and the FlexiClick version Bosch GSR 12V-15 FC. I must admit the FlexiClick system simply grows on you because of its versatility. Bosch PT Fan, came with a Bosch GSR12V-15 tool-modding video on its YouTube channel. In this article I will briefly describe the different steps to convert the normal GSR into a FlexiClick version.
Bosch Blauw GLI 12V-300 LED – Professional Light
Bosch Blauw GLI 12V-300 LED Professional Light is the newest member of my Bosch Professional 12V family. Since there is no good review available online with some good quality pictures I’ve decided to purchase the light and craft a review myself. In this article I will cover the GLI 12V-300 LED design and compare it with the GLI VariLED and GLI PocketLED.
Peaty’s Holeshot Tubeless Puncture Plugger Kit
In this article I will review the Peaty’s Holeshot Tubeless Puncture Plugger Kit, which is packed in the Craft Cadence Essentials Case, but also sits in the saddle bags of both Scott Scale 925 mountain bike and Canyon Grizl CF SL 8 1-by gravel bike. If you are riding tubeless, than a plugger kit is a no-brainer.
Unior Tools Crowfoot 1725/2CF Open End Wrench for Shimano TL-FC41 Tool
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.
BSCTools Chain Breaker Tool review
In this article I will review the BSCTools Chain Breaker Tool, a high quality workshop-grade Chain Tool that is cleverly build with the BSCTools Screwdriver SDH-1 handle as the foundation. The BSCTools Chain Breaker Tool works with all Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo chains (you can get an extra breaker pin for that).
Wera 950-9 Hex-Plus L-key set with holding function
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 set (and Torcx key set).
Gedore Driving Handle 1/4″ Bitholder
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 that supports short cycling trip.