DIY

A while back I received a Park Tool Kit as a gift, one of the greatest gift a cyclist could get (thanks Randi). If you're going to be riding a lot it's a necessity that you learn how work on your own whip. And I suggest picking up some sort of home kit if you're at all serious about riding, not only will it save you money in the long run since you won't be going to shops for maintenance but the skills you learn will save you in an emergency when you're out on the road. Something like this one, which is pictured below, is good for just about anything besides wheel building and is a good start.

New to the game of working on your own bike? Over at Bicycle Magazine there are some really simple tips for how you keep your bike running smoothly and looking good to start out the new year and take advantage of that SB weather. Click the link for more