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1st Topeak Prepstation Pro
The Topeak Prepstation Pro offers an extensive selection of tools, from a wide range of Allen keys to professional tools such as chain lock pliers and a bottom bracket tool. There is also plenty of space for your own spare parts, from brake pads and screws to larger components. "With this equipment, you could even get started right away in the Mountain Bike World Cup," summarises Dominik, test lab employee and expert mechanic. And indeed: In our everyday test in the editorial office, we have never missed a tool. Price: 999 euros >> currently available from Rosebikes for 695 euros.
2. procraft starter tool case
This small, compact tool case contains everything the hobby mechanic needs to repair their bike. Thanks to its size, the tool set with 25 parts is also ideal as an emergency set in the boot when travelling. Price: 84 Euro >> currently available at Fahrrad XXL for 39 euros.
3rd Birzman Essential tool case
The Birzman Essential tool case: A lightweight and impact-resistant tool case with all the useful bicycle tools. It is the little brother of the Birzman Studio Toolbox. The compact case is suitable for repairs in the workshop at home, but is also ideal for taking with you when travelling and on tour. The 13 parts help with various types of repairs - on board are a set of hexagon socket and Torx spanners, a sturdy tyre lever set, a cassette puller (chain whip), a very sturdy chain riveter, pedal spanners and Phillips and slotted screwdrivers. Price: 189 Euro >> currently available at Fahrrad XXL for 119 euros.
4th Decathlon bicycle tool case 900
A wide range of maintenance and repair work on mountain bikes, city bikes or trekking bikes can be carried out easily with this toolbox. The toolbox contains 40 parts and offers 43 different functions. One extra that not every toolbox offers: the spanner for countering chainring bolts, also known as a chainring bolt counter-holder spanner. All the tools are securely fastened in the case, which is closed with 2 clips for easy storage and transport. Price: 75 Euro >> available at Decathlon.
5. park tool tool set AK-5 Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit 26
The AK-5 Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit from Park Tool contains 26 tools in the proven quality of the American manufacturer. Included: screwdrivers, pliers, an Allen set and much more. The "Big Blue Book of Bicycle Technology" is included as an introduction, a real bonus, as the book shows the important mechanisms and work steps of bicycle maintenance and repair and costs 40 euros in itself. And if the bike just needs a wash, the case also contains a brush and a chain and sprocket scraper. Price: 592 euros >> available from Maciag Offroad for 521 euros.
6. Rose All2gether Pro Bike tool case
With a diverse selection of tools, this toolbox from Rose offers excellent equipment for working on various bike models. It also contains tools that you won't find everywhere: Removal tool for Shimano Pressfit BB86/92 and BB30 bearing cups, an assembly tool with threaded rod and press clamp for Shimano/Sram Pressfit as well as a 1/4'' torque spanner for 2-24 Nm. The robust case is also suitable for touring or similar activities and is secured with a snap lock to prevent unexpected opening and loss of the tools. Price: 250 Euro >> available at Rosebikes.
7. Rose All2gether Bike Repair Box Performance XL
The Rose All2gether Performance XL tool case is suitable for ambitious bikers and hobby mechanics who want to be equipped for (almost) everything. With a range of high-quality tools, it offers the opportunity for extensive repairs and maintenance work on modern road bikes, mountain bikes and trekking bikes.
The robust plastic case offers clearly organised storage, as all tools are stored in an organisation system made of durable foam. The required tools can be found quickly across two levels. The third level has various key compartments that allow quick access to the required tools and at the same time ensure tidy storage. Price: 155 Euro >> available at Rosebikes.
8th Gedore bit set 1/4"
In the "Red" series from Gedore, a classic bit set forms the central tools, consisting of a reversible ratchet with 1/4 inch square and a magnetic bit screwdriver with hexagon socket, including an adapter. The compact box (230 x 52 x 130 mm) contains sockets from 5.5 to 13 millimetres for hexagon head screws. In addition, a total of 29 bits for Torx, hexagon socket, slotted and Phillips screws complete the set. Price: 43 Euro >> available at Amazon.
9th Topeak PrepBox tool case
The Topeak tools are safely and clearly organised in the robust case. A magnetic pocket provides space for additional tools. All tools are neatly finished and have no sharp edges. They also impress with their efficient and safe handling during long screwdriver evenings. The almost complete basic equipment is supplemented by practical parts such as the large handle for bottom bracket or cassette service. If required, the equipment can be extended with high-quality tools from the Topeak range. Price: 379 Euro >> currently available from Rosebikes for 379 euros.
10th Birzman Studio Tool Box tool case
The Studio Tool Box from Birzman offers a versatile selection of high-quality tools for various applications, from general assembly work to advanced repairs and maintenance work. The tool box contains 37 items from the Birzman product range and is suitable for both professional and amateur screwdrivers. Among other things, it includes a Torx set, a hexagon socket set and a chain gauge, which enables precise measurement of the elongation and wear of the bicycle chain. Even more unusual tools, such as the Fork cutting guideThe kit also includes a lever to push back the brake pistons and a tool to straighten the brake discs. In practice, the tools proved to be of good quality - only the chain whip for removing the cassette broke the first time it was used. The Allen keys are quite durable, but not at the level of Parktool, for example.
Each tool has customised cut-outs in the case for better protection and more organisation. Price: 479 euros >> e.g. available at Decathlon.
Maik Schröder
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