Originally Posted by Collie
- cutting the steerer tube (I will not cut this for a while yet so this is not an issue currently)
I just use a pipe cutter
like this one. You can probably get one cheaper at the hardware store.
Originally Posted by Collie
- the bottom bracket. even though the bottom bracket comes fitted on the Sherpa frame-set, I would like to know what tools are needed/recommended for removal and installation of this square taper bottom bracket?
You need a
bottom bracket tool. It is a cheap tool and worth the investment.
Originally Posted by Collie
- the crankset. I need to know what tools I need to install/remove the sugino xd300 square taper crank-set
You need a
crank puller.
Originally Posted by Collie
- the cassette. I need to know what tools I need to install/remove the Shimano XT cassette to/from the XT hub
You need a
cassette tool and a chain whip.
Originally Posted by Collie
So what tools do you use/recommend that I can also bring with me on tour. Preferably handy and not too heavy or bulky.
I would just get a reasonable multi-tool. I like the Crankbrothers M-19 pretty well, and the Topeak ones are nice.