Newbie wanting kit!!

[ParaBag]

I have just got a second hand hybrid-road bike to begin my cycling career (I hope!) which came with a relatively new wedge bag from topeak. I have started putting stuff in, just need some help

I am looking for a cheap multi tool for bikes - I can always upgrade to more Gucci kit later in life. I am also looking for a chain tool (either in the multi tool, or external). Ideally I would like them to be as lightweight as possible.

I have also considered getting a mini pump or CO2 - the latter will fit in the saddlebag, I doubt I can get a pump that small! Any ideas....never used the CO2, so not sure on weight.

What are people's opinions on tyre repair kits? I have got a spare tube, but for a backup. I have a small box with chalk and glue etc, but have seen the self adhesive ones which could be better (I assume!). Which would you recommend?

Thank you

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Aldi's commuter cycling event coming up on the 7th July, their multitool is perfectly adequate imo.
Chain tool: this one or this one - I've got both, actually prefer the cheaper one.
Patches: everybody on here swears by the Park Tool ones.
Pump: cannot advise, if I'm riding long distances I have this in my back basket
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[Milzy]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Beto-Track-Pump-Gauge-Bikes/dp/B000TGOG5U/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_4

10 quid.

 

[simon.r]

Plenty of good multi-tools about, I like this one, which has a chain-tool built in. Also worth carrying a spare quick-link.

Spare tube and Park patches will be enough unless you are very unlucky!

There are plenty of very small pumps about that will fit into a wedge bag. They're never going to be as good as a track pump, but they'll do a good enough job to get you home.

 

[ufkacbln]

Cycling is plageud by an individual known as the P*nct*re Fairy
You can guarrantee that if you carry CO2 thsn th anumber of punctures on a trip will always be one more than the number of CO2 cyclinders.

A good pump is a woethwhile investment

 

[Pale Rider]

Punctures are largely the province of roadies who run narrow tyres which weigh ridiculously little.

As a hybrid rider, if you fit decent, puncture resistant tyres you are unlikely to suffer flats.

There's only three words you need to remember.

Schwalbe Marathon Plus.

 

[tribanjules]

Cycling is plageud by an individual known as the P*nct*re Fairy
You can guarrantee that if you carry CO2 thsn th anumber of punctures on a trip will always be one more than the number of CO2 cyclinders.

A good pump is a woethwhile investment

yup. me on the canal last week - used 2 tubes and both co2 cylinders - hour and a half walk home !

 

[ParaBag]

Thank you! I have found myself a mini pump that fits into my saddlebag - although I don't have the bike - but just ordered a replacement saddle clip. I have also managed to get everything I need bar spare tubes or chain links but will wait until it get a new bike