Chain snapped,6.7 mile walk home.

[Sea of vapours]

I will get a chain tool for the future

And a quick link: much simpler for a roadside fix (though you need the chain tool too of course).

 

[Fonze]

I don't have either , but has made me think and I shall invest ..

 

[biggs682]

Next thing you know you will be dragging a tool shed and loads of parts behind you .

Like a lot of things they will break when they are ready no matter what you do .

 

[Nibor]

I have a topeak rescue box which holds a quick link nicely stores patches and you can put a tenner in it too

 

[nickyboy]

Having been riding for about four years, broken chain is on my list of "things that might conceivably go wrong so I'd better be prepared"

Punctures...of course, split tyre wall....yes. The one I can't deal with that has happened a few times is a broken spoke so I need to figure that one out too.

 

[Lonestar]

I generally carry a spare chain on the commute and it has come in handy before.

Jinxed it...not happy with my current chain it needs looking at.

 

[Hugh Manatee]

I broke an old Rivoli chain tool years ago. Instead of binning it I filed off the remains of the handle and drilled and tapped a new thread into the body. This allowed me to screw a bolt into it as a DIY handle. The fact the handle comes out makes it a lot easier to store in a small under seat bag. I also carry a length of thick fishing line to tie a couple of the links together. Do this a few links away from either end and it gives you enough slack for an easier repair. Also carry a disposable latex glove. It saves the bar tape.

 

[Smokin Joe]

Speak up, I couldn't hear you.

 

[Low Gear Guy]

Having been riding for about four years, broken chain is on my list of "things that might conceivably go wrong so I'd better be prepared"

Punctures...of course, split tyre wall....yes. The one I can't deal with that has happened a few times is a broken spoke so I need to figure that one out too.

You can usually ignore a broken spoke for a short time. Just take it easy on the way home.

 

[Andrew_P]

I think chain braking and new mountain bike is more of a concern? Brand new bike or new to you?

 

[Yellow Saddle]

Speak up, I couldn't hear you.

He said something about ravioli for supper. I couldn't figure out the rest though. I think he said he's into latex and tying-up someone. Perhaps a body.

 

[Lonestar]

Rear axle broke in my rear wheel a earlier in the year and I ended up walking back from Westferry.

About five and a half miles.

 

[Yellow Saddle]

Rear axle broke in my rear wheel a earlier in the year and I ended up walking back from Westferry.

About five and a half miles.

My crystal ball says it was an 8-speed freewheel.

 

[pclay]

I always carry a chain tool. I've had to use about 5 times in 4 years. Usually to help others on the club run.