tool recommendation thread...

[jifdave]

So since I started cycling last year I bought the basic tool kit from halfords for £35.

It does everything I need to and I can now do everything to maintain and service it (thanks youtube)

All I need now I think is a chainwear tool will the cheap ones do the job?

 

[jazzkat]

Don't buy a chain tool they are notoriously inaccurate, buy a steel rule off ebay. Measure the chain from pin to pin.
As ever sheldon has the answers near the bottom of the page.
http://sheldonbrown.com/chains.html

 

[Pale Rider]

If you fancy a tool, my qualified cycle mechanic mate rates the Park Tools checker:

http://www.parktool.com/product/chain-checker-cc-2