I'm mechanically adept and used to do lots of performance oriented auto work. It just made sense to start doing my own wrenching when I got into biking. It started out with routine maintenance, clean, lube and adjust. Then one day, I walked into the local Performance Shop and they were having a going out of business sale. I got a "Team" tool kit for $65.00 out the door. I've been wrenching ever since. Bought more tools too. You can never have too many tools.
As for learning, I bought Bicycling Magazines repair book. It has got me through everything I've done so far. If you are not afraid of tools and taking things apart, bike wrenching is a breeze. They are not that complicated.
Oh yeah, I have gotten a lot of good tips by reading this forum regularly. It's amazing how often stuff comes up that you can use. bk
Last edited by bkaapcke; 06-06-07 at 02:43 PM.