Workplace tool/spares kit.

[GrahamG]

Right, I know this thread has been done before, but does anyone have any additions to the list below? I need to put together a load of basic tools and spares for all the cyclists here at work and I reckon £100 will be the limit.

Tools:
Track pump
Allen keys (both the 'normal' and the tri-tool things)
Cable cutters
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Spoke keys
Tire levers
Spanner set
Adjustable spanner
Chain tool

Spares/consumables
Brake blocks
Inner tubes
Cables (outer & inner)
Miscellaneous bolts/screws/nuts etc. (like SJS 'workshop sweepings')
Oil/grease/copperslip

Anything I've missed?
BTW, I don't want to go into anything that your average joe can't/won't fix with cone spanners, crank extractors, chainwhips etc. as I intend to point people towards the LBS or offer to sort things for them with my own tools if possible.

 

[skwerl]

Brake blocks come in various guises so will be difficult to provide a catch-all - are they really necessary in an emergency supply? Same goes for cables.
Grease may not be essential
Don't scrimp on the pump - Blackburn Joe Blow is great for the extra few quid over the cheap options
Baby wipes are essential for cleaning hands etc afterwards

 

[GrahamG]

Good point, especially as we have a very good bike workshop 5 minutes walk away.
Cleaning! I'd completely forgotten that - I can get some disposable gloves, hand scrub, rags and baby wipes.
The pump will definitely be a good one and I'll leave it in the car park (underground and secure) chained up for anyone to use at will.

Cheers!

 

[spandex]

This is all I can think of at the mo


Tools:
Track pump
Allen keys (both the 'normal' and the tri-tool things)
Cable cutters
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Spoke keys
Tire levers
Spanner set
Adjustable spanner (large and small)
Chain tool
Pedal spanner
Cone spanners
Headset spanners
valve key
Insulation tape
Gloves (to keep your hands nice)
Free wheel tool
cassette tool
Bottom bracket tool
Chain whip
Crank extractor

Spares/consumables
Brake blocks
Inner tubes
Cables (outer & inner)
End caps
Miscellaneous bolts/screws/nuts etc. (like SJS 'workshop sweepings')
Oil/grease/copperslip

 

[Tynan]

are commuters really going to use half that stuff, especially if there's a good shop five minutes away?

 

[spandex]

I dont know but if you are putting a workshop togever its a start.

 

[GrahamG]

are commuters really going to use half that stuff, especially if there's a good shop five minutes away?

Mostly just the basic stuff but people are lazy - I want there to be every possible bit of support for cyclists to cut out the number of potential excuses and to make up for the fact that I'm going to push like hell to get 5 car spaces taken out of circulation for cycle parking and car sharing .

 

[Wolf04]

A decent P Fairy Visit kit?

 

[GrahamG]

A decent P Fairy Visit kit?

I'm going to order about 20-30 repair kits to dish out to everyone.

 

[Brock]

A nice selection of spare spokes?

Don't scrimp on the pump - Blackburn Joe Blow is great for the extra few quid over the cheap options

Joe Blow is Topeak isn't it?

 

[John the Monkey]

Joe Blow is Topeak isn't it?

It is indeed - to the op, fwiw, Bikebits had the SKS RennKompressor track pump for £31 not so long ago...

 

[Landslide]

Zip ties?
Socket set for tightening crank bolts.
Crank extractor may come in handy if someone's chain gets stuck between the frame and chainset.
A really big mug for your mechanic's tea!
For hand cleaning I always use sugar and washing-up liquid, there's nearly always some about, and it saves on buying specialist hand cleanser.

 

[Maz]

Are you sure all that kit's gonna fit in your saddle bag?

 

[skwerl]

A nice selection of spare spokes?



Joe Blow is Topeak isn't it?

err yeah. right enough.

I still don't think it's worth going past the basics. most of the tools suggested won't be used and most people won;t know how to use them. you just need the bits and bobs for 'tactical' fixes. Esp. if your budget is 100 quid (Pump is a quarter of that for starters)

 

[spandex]

Na the wifes new ones are best to keep your nice rim looking new