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Old 04-07-01 | 07:59 PM
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Seriously, though, Technogirl, Give your bike a good look - over and make sure that my list meets your needs.

I suggest that you go to a small, old-time hardware store where you can buy individual Allen wrenches specifically for your needs rather than buying a whole packet of them that includes stuff you don't need.

Talk to one of the helpful staff. They will probably let you wheel your bike right in an help you find the exact stuff you need.

You MIGHT consider a spoke wrench (less than $3.00 at a hardware store or at Fleet and Farm bicycle section or K-Mart, or your bike shop. $10.00 at my local bike shop). But you need to learn how to use it. The spoke wrench comes in handy if you hit a curb or pot-hole and have to tune in your wheel on the road.

If you are going for an unsupported tour, you might consider bringing a couple extra spokes as well.
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