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Reddit mentions of Pedro's Bicycle Tire Lever - Pair
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Reddit mentions: 24
We found 24 Reddit mentions of Pedro's Bicycle Tire Lever - Pair. Here are the top ones.
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Ergonomic shape and refined composite construction for stiffness and strengthSpoke grabbersInclude two leversClip together for easy storage
Specs:
Color | Yellow |
Height | 0.9842519675 Inches |
Length | 3.93700787 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | November 2012 |
Size | Pair |
Weight | 0.15 Pounds |
Width | 0.9842519675 Inches |
hate flats, learn how to switch out tubes, saved me a lot of hopelessness and the gear required is pretty light to carry around.
lever
tubes
ratchet wrench 15mm
portable air pump
back up and running in 15-20 min.
Bike tire lever for separating the rim and tire.
http://www.amazon.com/Pedros-Bicycle-Tire-Lever-Pair/dp/B000IZGFCE
Posting pictures of the bike would be helpful. If you decide to do this, make sure to post a few high quality shots of your drivetrain which could show us if there's any critical wear.
However, before you post the pictures, it would be helpful to clean the bike. Get a bucket of soapy water, find a sponge or rag that you don't mind sacrificing and get to cleaning your mountain bike. Dry it off, and then post the pictures (that will make any critical deficiencies more obvious).
As others have mentioned, you'll most likely need to remove the chain. Here's a video from one of the best cycling channels on Youtube, Global Cycling Network (GCN), that shows you exactly how to do that. GCN and its sister channel, Global Mountain Bike Network (GMBN) offer a number of fantastic maintenance videos in addition to a variety of other content. If you're wondering where to get a chain tool, I would just spend a bit of extra money and get a good multi tool like the Crank Brothers multi tool which already comes with one.
Pump up the tires to see if they still hold air. If they do, fantastic. Nothing more needs to be done. If not, you'll need to get new tubes (most likely your mountain bike will need 26 in X 1.9-2.125 in tubes). Here's how to install a new tube.
As a bike commuter, you'll need a number of things to stay safe and make sure your bike stays in your hands. Here are the essentials:
However, staying safe is only the first part. You'll want or need a number of other items to make sure that your commute isn't frustrating. Here are some of the items off of the top of my head.
/r/bikecommuting can be a helpful resource if you have other questions.
I have this one and really like it. It lets me transfer all the goods from one bike to another easily.
What I have in mine:
Agree, Pedro's are the best.
They even handle my Marathons easily.
Everyone knows you need Pedro's.
On the x-posted thread someone was asking about gear load out... so thought I'd put it here as well..
In the saddle under the seat:
In the snack bag on the top tube:
On my person:
As for clothes at work, I have a locker so stock up once a week on them.. and also keep toiletries at work. HTH!
Pedros Tire Levers
Good call. I typically carry some of these...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IZGFCE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also carry a patch kit...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016HSA4O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just wanted to remind you to position the saddle parallel to the ground, and to Google some basic bike fitting tips (correct saddle height, and positioning). It's simple to do and will make biking even more comfortable.
As for the tube, you're going to need some tire levers, try prying off the tire & tube from the opposite side of the valve. once you have the new tube in the tire, inflate it a little and attach the tire back to the wheel starting with the valve. work the tire gently onto the wheel, and use the levers to pry / push it all the way on. (be careful when using tire levers, they may pinch the tube against the wheel and cause a puncture in a new tube.) I'm glad you're getting back into cycling, have fun!
Decided to do something a little different. This is the first video of this type I've made.
In the order they appear in in the video:
Bag
Writing
Tech
Bike Stuff
Make it go completely flat first to make it easy and pry a section of the tire away then just squirt sealant in. Get yourself a couple of these to make it easy.
I know you said you didn't want direct suggestions... however! Two items lots of us skimp on and then come to regret:
$68 Kryptonite NYC mini-u
$3 Pedro's levers
Ooooor....
You can use the levers to mount the tire as well, in fact I don't think I could do it without them on some really tough tires. You basically use it like a wedge. Stick the hook on the rim of the wheel, with the tool under the tire, and lift up.
I don't know how well it'd work with the ones he posted, I'm more used to ones that look like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Pedros-Bicycle-Tire-Lever-Pair/dp/B000IZGFCE/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1322857939&sr=1-3
Tube
Levers
Frame pump (or alternatively CO2 inflator)
Patch kit (optional)
Saddle bag
Here's a cheap tool to help you guide the tire on and off the rim, LBS's carry them as well as online obviously
Just be careful not to pinch the tube outside the tire.
Link is the greatest Hero of time :)
Those should be sweet, though obviously with slicks you'll want to take it more cautiously if riding offroad with turning and braking, especially if it's not a harder surface. But as long as it's not muddy or loose sand/dirt you should still have a decent amount of grip from a 2" tire.
Get a pair of tire levers so you can get your old tires off and the new ones on, get a spare inner tube or two as well in case you get a puncture, and a decent pump with a gauge if you don't have one already as it's important to pump the tires up to the correct pressure, running them too soft means punctures are far more likely and the bike can handle badly in corners and need more effort to pedal along.
I cannot recommend the Rocket Ratchet enough for all-around, single tool efficiency. It's gotten to the point where I don't actually use the tools in my toolbox even when I'm at home. I just use the ratchet and it's way better. Any multi-tool with a chain-breaker will work, I've just had a really good time with that one.
After that a set of Pedro's. For my money, they're the best levers around. Great durability, can spoke-lock from both sides, and I've never ripped a tube with them, even on bullshit 23 tires.
After that basic patch kits, they'll use them all the time until they throw their hands in the air five years from now and scream "FINE I'LL GO TUBELESS."
Those are kind of the basics, and will allow them to work 90% of the stuff on their bike. The other 10% becomes more expensive and more specialized.
EDIT: oh, and a spoke wrench is the other cheap and highly useful item to have around.
Shorts with liner, gloves, multi-tool, spare inner-tube, and maybe a pair of glasses, a set of tire levers, pump or C02, and a wicking T-shirt from any retailer.
That's what I started out with at least.
Hey nice bike! If I were you I would add a saddle bag with some tubes, tire levers, and maybe get a small pump, and since you're just commuting the whole "it ain't aero" thing doesn't really fucking matter in my opinion ;) I would recommend this and these and this. Also read up on sites like Sheldon Brown for basics, and also I would recommend the GCN youtube channel for repair and maintenance. Also as far as locks go get a U-lock like this for most security and use this locking method. Have fun and stay safe, and feel free to ask any questions to me or any of the other people on this sub!
I have a Park I Beam multi-tool, a spare tube, 3 Pedro tire levers, a patch kit, and a co2 inflater in a saddle bag I never take off.
You will also need a good floor pump with a gauge(you should go for a good name brand one from a shop, but in a pinch one from academy or wally world should work) and a pair of tire levers like these(doesnt have to be those exact ones, any shop worth a grain of salt will have some).
And if you need help fixing the flat itself, Youtube is a great resource.
Like /u/jrm2191 said, Park Tool make some... comprehensive tool sets. Those prices are enough to make me choke, though. Your son's riding a ~$400 bike - I don't know how I would wrap my head around buying an $800 tool set, or even a $300 one.
But the tool sets are a good way to think about what tools you should buy. I'd get a basic tool set, fill in gaps, and upgrade selectively. What I'd do, in no particular order, would look like...
At this point I would start thinking about upgrading the tools that your son will use all the time. The thing that stands out for me is hex tools. He might use Torx screws, but he'll definitely use metric hex tools
Then probably nice meaty tire levers to make replacing tires and tubes easier
If you were looking to spend $300 or that range, then you'll notice you're way under that target. Feel free to start adding on some random nice things, like a portable multi-tool, which will pay off if he has an issue while out on a ride.
I'm running out of things that aren't "consumable" (like brake cables, housing, etc...), so for my last recommendation, nitrile work gloves! (they'll make cleanup a breeze)
There are tons of other things you could get (a bike stand, for instance) but at this point I'm getting a bit out of control. and there are tools I assume you have (e.g. a good screwdriver), but at some point I need to stop.
And obviously feel free to mix and match whatever components you can afford/feel comfortable spending that much money on. One thing that might help would be to talk with him about what kind of work he does on his bike. He might be in desperate need of hex tools, but not treating himself to nice hex wrenches. That could be your quick, easy, cheap answer. Or similarly he might be nervously tightening bolts without a torque wrench, even in places that call for very precise amounts of torque. Again, easy answer regarding what to prioritize.
Best of luck
edit: totals didn't add up right, sorry!