2ndGen

I think I've come to the perfect kit for my seat bag up until now...

-Lezyne Micro Caddy Bag
-Lezyne Patch Kit
-Lezyne Tire Levers
-Crank Bros Multi 17 Tool
-Genuine Innovations Air Chuck SL
-Genuine Innovations C02 Cartridges (2)
-Genuine Innovations Presta Valve Adaptor
-Micro Multitool
-Razor Blade


-I.D.
-Key
-Visa
-Cash


While the CB Multi 17 Tool has served me well over the past few years,
I'm thinking about going with a more streamlined Lezyne Tool.
I'll regulate the Crank Bros Tool to MTB duty where it belongs.

Also adding on...a pack of Anti-Bacterial Ointment and Band-Aids (just in case).

The most recent edition was the G.I. Presta/Schrader adapter that is about the
size of a Jelly Bean, but can be used to use a standard gas station air compressor
Schrader chuck to fill up Presta-valved tubes (just in case of emergency).
Excellent insurance for $1.95.

Also, the Micro Multitool is great for pulling cables, filing metal, whatever needs be done; It's about 2 1/2" long.





I think I've fined tuned it down to these essentials.

mechBgon

You could also get the Innovations Air Chuck Elite, which is about half the weight of the SL, and substitute a Ritchey CPR-9 and Park Tool CT-5 for that Crank Bros tool for a combined weight of 100 grams.

One other item that may come in handy once in a while: Park Tool's adhseive tire-boot patches. If you gash your tire really bad, they'll come in handy.

DRietz

Here's my set up. No seat bag.

Contents:
-1 tube
-1 CO2 cartridge, 16oz
-1 Genuine Innovations SL chuck
-Patch kit including tube of glue, a couple patches, some sandpaper
-Presta to Schrader adapter
-4,5,6 metric allen wrenches
-1 fat tire boot to hold it all together
-1 sock to carry the whole shabang





This is my everyday training repair kit. Ridden with it for days where I've done over a century. Obviously, if I was doing an unsupported tour or something, the situation would be different.

2ndGen

The Lezyne Patch kit includes a boot. It's a really compact kit that comes in a waterproof aluminum case that
slides perfectly in a side pocket of my Lezyne bag (the other side has a pocket where the levers slide into).

I used to actually carry Roofing material (self-adhesive rubber membrane) in case I needed to patch a tires gash.
But that stuff was industrial strength...once on, it'd never come off.

2ndGen

Love your set up D.

For centuries/+, I'd use my trusty Camelbak M.U.L.E.. I have a high metabolism rate. I eat a lot.



If I can fit what the M.U.L.E. holds in a Rogue which is more Roadie friendly, I'd downsize to that...

Darksid3

Good call on the patch kit, I need one of those.

DRietz

I always carry a bit more when I'm on my mountain bike, which is when I use my Camelbak. Then I usually have a small tube of Stan's, a mini pump, and a nice multi tool in addition.

...of course with a few snacks. I eat a lot too.

datlas 

+1 on the lezyne micro caddy...it's nice and narrow and doesn't have a seatpost connector so it won't wear out shorts/bibs prematurely.

To save space consider using preglued patches instead of a patch kit. They are not permanent but enough to get you home.

achoo

I use an underseat bag from Pacific Outdoor Equipment that uses a snap attachment that only connects to the seat rails. You can get extra attachments for multiple bikes. I don't doing without the seat bag because then I'd forget something.

Except when they don't work. Nothing's better than a good old-fashioned patch - with FRESH glue.

Nothing's worse than having to patch your tube and finding your glue tube is all dried out.

2ndGen

Ahh...speaking of pumps, I got this little number and mounted it to my downtube (something
I thought I'd never do, but this Topeak Micro Rocket fits in there as snug as a bug in a rug)...





My MTB pump is another Topeak:

2ndGen

My kit's patches are glueless.

I went through about 3 or 4 bags before I settled on the Micro Caddy which turned out to be perfect for me for the same reasons you listed.

datlas 

2nd gen, we have several things in common. I also have the micro-rocket which I like, although I keep it in my jersey pocket rather than shot-gun from the bottle cage.

MajorMantra

Only one cartridge and no pump? I'm guessing you have the option of calling for a ride.

DRietz

No, I just know how to handle myself in case of multiple flats. When on most of my rides out here, I'm relatively close to a gas station, friend, or bike shop to give me a top off. Patching a tube on the road takes all of 15 minutes.

And, since I race mountain bikes a lot, I know that you can ride on a flatting wheel. Take it slow (or hammer depending on how sturdy your rim is - these Mavic Classic SSCs won't die), and you'll be fine.

You all may scoff at what's in my kit, but I rarely have to use any of it anyway. I think I got two flats in all of 2010, over 7,000 miles on just the road.

megalowmatt

2ndGen - good idea with the band aids and antibacterial stuff.

Does anybody carry any kind of wipes for cleaning grease off your hands? The last flat I had was the rear tire and my hands were a mess after I got finished fixing it.

2ndGen

I wanted to get a Lezyne carbon mini pump, but I came across this one that was barely used for only $15. I had to get it. Works great.

2ndGen

Closest I heard was riders using rubber gloves.
That sounds like a good idea too.
I still have some room left over in my bag.

WhyFi

I have a Lezyne that fits along the bottle cage, too, but it has a hose - trying to pump a tire up to 110 while holding on to the valve/pump junction is a crock. That being said, with the Lezyne, you do have to be careful that you don't unscrew the valve core.

datlas 

I know the lezyne with the hose is the shiz, but for those of us who want a teeny pump, the trick to avoid injury to the valve/stem is to hold the wheel WITH the pump (i.e. with the valve at 12 O'clock - no stress on valve/stem.

2ndGen

I was going to go with Lezyne carbon cages/pump combo.
I use the Topeak just to get some air in the tube then whip out the CO2.
I'll eventually get the Lezyne pump...but I'll wait for when the need arises
(like living some place where I get more flats than CO2 cartridges in one ride).

AllezDada

I have a similar set-up - Camelbak Blowfish for longer rides, Rogue for shorter rides.

2ndGen

I want (need?) to get an even bigger bag (like a H.A.W.G.+) for Epic MTB rides.
I don't know what I'm going to get next when I'm done with the CAAD.
Either a SuperSix HiMOD or what I'm really lusting after: A Turner 5 Spot.
https://www.turnerbikes.com/011/bg/bi...t_black_bg.jpg
I won't even post a pic...it's hurts to "not" have it!

mechBgon

I also suggest a spare master link for a quick repair of a broken chain. Very handy, cheap, small and light.

murpes

I've recently added one of those Kevlar fiber spokes to my everyday pack.

I also wrap some duct tape around one of my tire tools and carry a few zip-ties, in case I need to get all McGyver in order to get home.

TMonk

Rubber gloves???

You guys afraid of gettin a lil' dirty on your ride?

Come on...