M Part Cycle/Bike Torque Wrench - 3-15nm - 7pc Socket Set Included

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In fact, using many torque wrenches 'the wrong way' can damage their mechanism and stop them from accurately gauging the level or torque. If the tool you've got does not do reverse thread, don't try and use it for reverse thread (or for loosening bolts). There's an array of different alternative bolt sizes used in headsets and stems, particularly proprietary designs, while things like chainset bolts tend to be a different size again. Anything else I should look out for?

The story that's got us really interested is Stu's Surly Ghost Grappler review. Why is it so exciting, I hear you ask? Well, it's a steel-framed gravel/adventure bike that's designed for comfort over long distances. Interestingly, it's been designed around the handlebar position. Scoring four stars, it's well worth a read. Not using a torque wrench puts you at risk of a bolt snapping, or indeed a delicate, carbon component giving way or being crushed under too much pressure. In the case of a handlebar, this can be dangerous; and if it’s proven that you’d overtightened a bolt and caused the fracture then your chances of a warranty claim could be voided. However, every product is different, and every brand has its budget products and big flops. Make sure to research the exact product you’re looking at to see if the quality is worthy of the brand it represents. Don’t go for the cheapest thing As we say above, price is the most common top consideration for people buying cycling gear…the same goes for buying Cycling.

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As part of the WEEE regulations, all electrical and electronic goods produced after August 2005 that fall under WEEE regulations should be clearly marked with a crossed-out bin symbol which means they should not be included with household waste so that they can be recycled Hey, that looks just like the LifeLine Professional or the Pedro’s Demi,” I hear you say. Yep, there’s a good reason for that – it’s the same. Sourced from Taiwan, this Shimano/PRO item is a rebadged tool, but there’s a good reason so many brands put their label on it – it does exactly what it should.

If you are tightening bolts where there are two or more in the same location, such as on the stem, make sure you tighten each bolt evenly rather than fully torque one and then the other. For all its good looks, high quality appearance and premium price tag, I was slightly disappointed with the wobbly feel when using the tool. The best part about cycling is that you need very little to get going. There are a number of must-have pieces of equipment such as a helmet, high visibility clothing and lights, but apart from this small group, you don’t need anything extra. Delivery times may be extended during the event as we, and our carriers will be processing a higher work load. You might be a cycling newbie or a relative De-France competitor, but anyone can fall victim to the common buying mistakes when it comes to cycling gear. Unfortunately, while the internet makes shopping easier than ever before, it has also increased the difficulty for newcomers to discern the good from the bad.The Lifeline Essential Torque Wrench set is a simple, yet effective, and very tactile torque tool that will do most (small) tasks that the average home bicycle mechanic is likely to take on.