Originally Posted by
CliffordK
The tubes are a great idea.
I still think one might simply need a pump.
However, controlled access, one might be best off just building a tool kit / stand. Buy your favorite Park Professional tool stand. Tie a set of tools to it, folding Allen wrenches, screwdrivers, and 15mm wrench?
Then if you really want people to work on their bikes, build a full tool set. Cassette tools, freewheel tools, cone wrenches, etc. Then have a check in/check out policy at the security desk.
I would guess that most use would simply be commuters, and not a lot of people dragging bikes from home to work on them, but who knows.
I was thinking just commuters, too. Provide some basic tools to get back on the road if there is a mechanical suffered, or a quick adjustment needs to be made...but I think mostly it would just be a pump that's needed 9/10 times. I have dug into the toolbox at my work to make some small adjustments or change out some brake pads, but all I needed was an allen key and an adjustable wrench. I don't really even see a need for a work stand unless it's an amenity for people to come by on their off time to do some serious wrenching. Not saying that it wouldn't be a great thing to have, but for most quick repairs isn't needed.