In this installment I want to cover the tools I use in a typical tune up procedure. There will be exceptions to this list in certain circumstances because every bike is unique, but this should cover the majority of the bikes I see day in and day out.

Standard Tools:
1. Flat bladed screw driver
2. Phillips screwdriver
3. Spoke wrench
4. 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm Allen wrenches
5. Torque wrench (with appropriate fitting)
6. Chain checker
7. Truing stand
8. Repair stand

Alternate Tools*
1. Head set wrench
2. Appropriate bottom bracket wrench
3. Brake tools
4. Adjustable wrench
5. Small channel lock wrench
6. Hammer (Yes…really!
7. 15mm wrench
8. 13mm wrench
9. 10mm wrench
10. 8mm wrench

Supplies
1. Rags
2. Lubrication
3. Degreaser
4. Bike frame cleaner
5. Air

*Alternate Tools lists a selection of tools that might be required for certain types of bikes. Older bikes, department store rigs, and road bikes sometimes will require some of the tools on this list.

I will first break down the reasons why the items are on the lists. I also will give you some Blue Collar alternatives to my professional level tools. This will take a few posts before we actually delve into a tune up. Stay tuned for a break down of the first list coming soon.