Cycle bag and tools

[andrew_rc46]

I've been looking at purchasing a cycle bag,tools and a pump,
1:http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-aero-wedge-buckle-medium-saddle-bag/

2:http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-race-rocket-hp-master-blaster-mini-pump/

3:http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-hexus-ii-16-function-multi-tool/ what are the thoughts of you guys?

 

[vickster]

I've never managed to pump up a tyre with that pump...but that probably says more about me

Lezyne ftw - oozes class!

Got that saddle bag too, not the best shape, but most are awkward IMO to be fair!

 

[ScotiaLass]

Topeak are great bags....I have one on the MTB.
I can't comment on the pump but the multi-tools are fine. I carry a basic one and it's done the job.

 

[rb58]

The saddle bag is the one I use and does what it says on the tin. I prefer Lezyne pumps. I have one of the multi tools you link to, it's okay, but the tyre levers are flimsy and one of mine snapped when trying to get a Gatorskin off. I have Lezyne multi tool and park tyre levers now.

 

[thecube]

they all look like sensible options to me. The aero Wedge bags are great, medium should be fine for multi tool and inner tube plus a few extras. The pump look like it might actually work, really cheap ones are a waste of money. The multi tool will probably do most of what you need for a roadside misshap, although sometimes I just take a couple of alen keys. I have the Topeak Alien, but this might be a bit OTT and is quite heavy but a lovely bit of kit.

 

[andrew_rc46]

The saddle bag is the one I use and does what it says on the tin. I prefer Lezyne pumps. I have one of the multi tools you link to, it's okay, but the tyre levers are flimsy and one of mine snapped when trying to get a Gatorskin off. I have Lezyne multi tool and park tyre levers now.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-hp-drive-abs-pump/

 

[ianrauk]

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-hp-drive-abs-pump/

Good pump that.
For quality you can't beat Lezyne.

 

[andrew_rc46]

Good pump that.
For quality you can't beat Lezyne.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/basket?redirectUrl=/basket?redirectUrl=/lezyne-alloy-tyre-levers/

 

[Markymark]

Much prefer co2 for speed and high pressure for roadside punctures.

I always carry a mini pump too wuth me incase that fails.

 

[Nigelnaturist]

The saddle bag is the one I use and does what it says on the tin. I prefer Lezyne pumps. I have one of the multi tools you link to, it's okay, but the tyre levers are flimsy and one of mine snapped when trying to get a Gatorskin off. I have Lezyne multi tool and park tyre levers now.

Gatorskins have managed to bend one of my Park Tool levers.

 

[vickster]

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-hp-drive-abs-pump/

I have one of these in medium, has a proper hose and looks great on the bike

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-road-drive-mini-abs-pump/

I think @jefmcg has one of these, like a mini track pump

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-micro-floor-drive-hp-abs-pump-without-gauge/

 

[thecube]

I would imagine at 20 odd quid the pump will be fine for emergencies, although I do have a Lezyne one but haven't needed to use it yet. I am sure it will get adequate pressure to get you home.
Also, I always carry a spare set of tyre levers, I mean at that weight it's not much of a issue to stick them in your pocket. Unless I am just a bit clumsy and heavy handed it doesn't seem uncommon to snap the odd lever!

 

[raleighnut]

I'd get the Topeak road morph or mini morph.

 

[andrew_rc46]

Gatorskins have managed to bend one of my Park Tool levers.

I don't know anything about gatorskin tyres, but I'll sure as heck be asking you all for advice on new ones when these are buggered.

 

[andrew_rc46]

I have one of these in medium, has a proper hose and looks great on the bike

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-road-drive-mini-abs-pump/

I think @jefmcg has one of these, like a mini track pump

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/lezyne-micro-floor-drive-hp-abs-pump-without-gauge/

Maybe a little too expensive for my liking!