Hub/wheel wrench???
03-27-09 | 10:59 AM
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From: Alexandria, VA
Bikes: IRO Model 19, Surly Crosscheck, 1989 Arnie Nashbar, Cannondale CAADX, Niner Air 9
Hub/wheel wrench???
I just ordered my first single speed in about 20 years and it will not have quick release skewers/hubs as I've grown used to. That's cool. But, then I thought about fixing flats on the trail and wasn't sure what type of wrench to use. I know (if I remember correctly from my BMX days) that it should be a 9/16th, but I can't imagine lugging around a couple of box wrenches in my Camelback. I checked Nashbar and didn't see a wheel-specific wrench for this purpose. What do you guys use/recommend?
03-27-09 | 11:05 AM
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Bikes: '08 Surly Cross-Check, 2011 Redline Conquest Pro, 2012 Spesh FSR Comp EVO, 2015 Trek Domane 6.2 disc
Surly's Jethro Tule. Track nut wrench on one end, bottle opener on the other; you're all set.
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03-27-09 | 11:11 AM
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Bikes: IRO Model 19, Surly Crosscheck, 1989 Arnie Nashbar, Cannondale CAADX, Niner Air 9
Nice, yes, I see.... Will I need 2? One on each side? Or, will the opposite nut stay put as I loosen the other? Thanks.
03-27-09 | 11:32 AM
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03-27-09 | 11:39 AM
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I've thought about getting a cool SS 15mm wrench, but the 6" adjustable wrench I found in the road works well, so I'd rather spend the money on beer. 
03-27-09 | 07:58 PM
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03-29-09 | 11:26 AM
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Bikes: Colnago Crystal road, Lotus road, Dawes SST-AL fixed gear
I just got the "GearWrench 15mm Full Polish Stubby Ratcheting Combination Wrench" from Sears for $15. It's a great size, ratchets, and as a bonus I can use the open end on my pedals.
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