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08-21-11 | 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by uRabbit

Would the Park Tools SK-1 be a good buy @ $75?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ag=invihand-20

It is frustrating not having all the tools, and it would make sense that a tool kit would be a better buy than individual tools. I would like to be able to do almost anything on my bicycle. I don't think I really want to get into derailleurs, brake lines, or stuff like that.

I would like to be able to lube the hubs, replace the chain, maybe the cassettes also, and general maintenance.

Won't go wrong with Park Tools. Their kits are usually a pretty good deal. FWIW I probably have over $1,000 worth of Park Tools in my shop right now

I also have quite a few other, older brands.

Park Tools also has tutorials on their website on how to do certain things on the bike.

We all had to start somewhere as a bike mechanic, my start was around 8 years old.

Aaron

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