New kit help

[ChrisRicho]

Ok after ages spent searching im going to ask for some help before i go mad

I need to buy a saddle bag, and the required equipment for when my tire blows up (inevitable)

I need to know which inner tubes will fit my bike http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-gb/bikes/model/tcr.2/7838/45440/

I want the saddle bag to be able to fit my wallet phone keys and repair stuff.

If anyone could help i would be so grateful!

 

[ianrauk]

TiresMichelin Dynamic 700x23mm

So you will need innertubes that fit 700x23mm


Like THESE (there are many more choices of tubes)


For a saddle bag. something like THIS

It will easy take a couple of spare tubes, a puncture kit, wallet, keys etc.

 

[PpPete]

wot he sed ^^^^
Medium size will take 2 tubes, multi tool , PRK & good quality separate tyre levers, disposable gloves so you don't get hands filthy when working on bike, zip-ties, spare chain link.
Large will give space for a waterproof jacket too.

I'd suggest changing those tyres pretty soon.
IME Michelin Dynamic have about as much "p" resistance as a wet sock.
Michelin Krylions are good, as are Schwalbe Durano & Durano+ (and the predecessor Stelvio models). Personally I'd avoid the much talked of Schwalbe Marathons, although they have excellent protection, it comes at a cost in weight and speed.

 

[Edge705]

If your gonna put a phone wallett and keys then consider something more waterproof than a saddle bag like a bottle cage container it will always be in front of you instead of behind which gives you a little more added security

 

[ChrisRicho]

Thanks for your help

I will look at changing the tyres also

Is a pump or co2 cannisters better? Also which tyre levers?

pfft cheap hobby

 

[ianrauk]

Most people carry a pump and c02. Pump to get the tyre started and a quick blast of c02 to get to max.
That way you can fill a 700cc tyre with half a c02.

Tyre levers are much the muchness.
Park tools are my levers of choice.

Try only using levers to get the tyre off. Practice putting the tyre back on without them. That way you won't risk pinch flats. Some tyres are easier to get off and on then others.

Re wallet and phones. I put mine in a small resealable bag and always carry on my person (jersey back pocket)

 

[PpPete]

Thanks for your help

I will look at changing the tyres also

Is a pump or co2 cannisters better? Also which tyre levers?

pfft cheap hobby

Tyre levers ... I use the Park blue plastic ones. You can get them in a 3 pack (although 2 is sufficient) with a really tiny PRK for not much £

CO2 is nice & quick, but the canisters are not light--- and how many do you carry? You can't plan for X punctures per 100 miles. So if CO2 is your first choice you end up carrying a pump as well to be sure.
Best is to get a really good mini pump which won't take all your energy to re-inflate the tyre. Topeak Road Morph is often recommended, or my favorite, the Lezyne Road Drive.